Cafe Restaurant Malva South African Halal Breakfast Lunch Dinner — Restaurant in Amsterdam

Not sure if it is only today, but the service is really not that good. There is only one person taking the order, serve and clean up the table. We waited quite a while to have our order taken. BUT he don’t missed the small details to ask for the spicy level. Sometimes people will forget, but at least he remembers to ask. That’s about service

Food, good thing is all the food served were hot, the wedges was nice, the rice with chicken and shrimps were good too. And the winglets too. And best it is not salty. Thus far two days in Amsterdam this was the best food, even though I am not sure if this is African food, but it means our standards from the taste perspective.

Sorry for the low star for the service but I hope it was just that day only. Otherwise, the...

Okay, so, like, this place is actually good. I know, I know, I'm as surprised as you are. The staff? Super attentive, practically falling over themselves to make sure you're happy. And the food? Mind blowing. Each dish is like, a tiny little edible sculpture. Seriously, I almost felt bad eating it...almost. It's like a party in your mouth, a flavor explosion that makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Cheesy, I know, but it's true! Oh, and the chicken... the chicken. Slow-cooked perfection with a sauce that'll make you question all your life choices up to that point (in a good way, obviously). Basically, go. You won't regret it. Unless you hate delicious food and amazing service, in which case, maybe stay home. ...

As a South African working abroad. I'm always looking for products from home or restaurants serving our cusine.

While in Amsterdam for work, I found Malva. Located in the South East of Amsterdam, it has a chilled, quiet atmosphere and it is right next to the tram stop.

The service was great with friendly staff and short wait times. And the food was simply fantastic. We had Cape Malay Curry, Malva Pudding and Koeksusters. All of which tasted exactly as they would at home.

Malva is by far the best South African restaurant outside of SA that I have ever been to and I cannot recommend it enough. Everyone involved in the restaurant can be very proud...