Al Ponte - Caffe' Italiano — Restaurant in Amsterdam

As a proud italian living in Amsterdam, I choose my coffee spots wisely. Silvia has been providing unmatchable quality, service and charm since 2007, when I moved to Amsterdam NOORD.

the coffee service is fast. You get what you ask just in time to get the boat, italian style im a capuccino lover, and Silvia sources her milk from the nearby farm, I have seen the farmer making the delivery herself. the lemon cake. She bakes her locally famous cake every week at home. Her recepit it s true to the most delicious italian tradition. the sandiwch? I am dreaming about the vegan delight every lunchtime. It s a different kind of vegan, the one that comes with aubergines so oily that your mouth waters only by watching them. and well, Silvia. Never, ever, failed a smile, even during difficult or cold windy days. Her beauty reflects in the charm and positivity of this unique...

Relatively good coffee for a slap and dash transient-type cafe - slightly better than “kiosk” coffee for instance.

Food is pretty great - fresh quality ingredients!

Lacks in the smaller details like no kids-sized hot chocolate (also not so willing to divide the portion into two smaller cups). Often no takeaway items like lids or cup dispensers which makes it impossible to order beverages for more than 1 person. This is particularly odd since the pandemic has been dragging on for over a year now and covid or not, the cafe specifically targets travellers...

Friendly staff though at times inflexible. Convenient location.

If I was desperate for a coffee or a sandwich I might poke my head in the window, but generally I’d not mind or go elsewhere. No real draw card except the view and convenience. That’s definitely worth...

My morning routine consists of having several of Silvia's fantastic espresso's of which I yet have to find it's equals. The only espresso's I drank that came near to this perfect taste were in Italy. Silvia is the hostess of this small kiosk at the arrival- and departure stop of the ferry (de pont) on the banks of the IJ, and she is a delight. Always smiling and up for a little conversation while you drink your coffee or wait for one of the amazing sandwiches she has on her menu. In short: I absolutely...