De Carrousel Pannenkoeken Amsterdam — Restaurant in Amsterdam

Out of all the places we could have chosen to eat Amsterdam, I felt this was the most entertaining of the restaurants. Up until this point we had been eating at cafes having sandwiches and burgers. This time we chose to have the more traditional local pancakes.

I start off by saying that being on the corner of an intersection and a 240° view, you are able to get a beautiful scene of the area no matter where you sit.

Arriving at the door. You're greeted with the festive lights of the carousel and as you walk in two awesome wood carved carousel horses are there to greet you.

With booths going all the way around the outer rim and a step up to an inner ring of booths, you are allowed to sit down wherever you would please. We chose to sit in the middle elevated up to be able to look around the room.

I asked politely if I would be able to take pictures and the wait staff inform me that all the pictures that I could take please do. So I proceeded to walk around the establishment and took pictures about of what I felt everybody would be engaged in wanting to see. The bar so to speak was very ornate with different styles of cappuccino machines to ensure that they were able to satisfy the crowds of the local tourist. Someone could definitely have a good time relaxing while their loved ones took in the scenic of view.

I decided to go with a savory pancake which included eggs, ham, mushrooms, cheese, and maybe one other thing.

My wife chose to get something sweet and got the Dutch Pancake poffertjes. It was very good and so fluff but chewy on the back end. You get to pick your liquor so she picked amaretto. Paired with the cream, the bite of amaretto and the sweetness of the powdered sugar made of sauce That the pancake soaked up. That combined with ice cream and the whip cream provided a union yang of the hot and coldness of the dish.

If you're needing somewhere fun to hang out and or want to bring some smiles to your day, definitely stop by and have a quick bite while you're...

In search of a proper Dutch breakfast, we set our sights on some pannenkoeken (pancakes) and discovered far more than we had hoped for or expected. You see we had the good fortune of befriending Senna who volunteered to serve (in his words) as our “tour guide & waiter.”

When Senna asked if Dana preferred sweet or savory, she replied (in brilliant fashion), “How about both?” This prompted his face to light up as he told us he had the perfect recommendations.

Following his lead we ordered the “Bacon, Apple, and Butter” Pannenkoeken and the “Mixed Fruit and Whipped Cream” Poffertjes.

What’s amazing to me is that about half way through our meal I noticed that the bottle of syrup on the table hadn’t been touched (or even considered). I mean, how could syrup possibly enhance such a wonderful compliment of flavors? No, its inclusion simply wouldn’t be tolerated!

If you want to blaze your own trail at “De Carrousel” they offer more than 50 options to choose from and I’d recommend sharing a combination of pannenkoeken and poffertjes amongst your party.

Be sure to make time to wander around the restaurant a bit. Not only are the center carrousel horses a unique touch, but the kitchen’s close proximity to the dining area can make you feel as if you have a role in the preparation of the pannenkoeken and poffertjes!

True to his word, Senna provided us with a handwritten, two-sided, list of recommendations that he divided into the categories of “Culture”, “Restaurants”, and “Date Night.” 👍

And that’s…Henry’s...

I recently visited this spot and tried their poffertjes with sugar and butter, hot chocolate, and pancakes with sugar and butter. They did accidentally give us the one with Nutella, but then they switched it, which is why I have the Nutella photo which was also pretty good which made us just want to get one plain and keep nutella. The pancakes reminded me of crepes, which was quite nice. The butter they used had an incredible aroma and a rich, buttery taste that beautifully complemented the dish. The poffertjes were delicious, with a soft and moist interior that made every bite delightful. Additionally, the whipped cream was genuine and creamy, not overly sugary, which I loved.

However, the hot chocolate was a bit of a letdown, as it tasted like a regular powdered mix and wasn't as hot as I would have liked, though it was still drinkable.

The environment was a bit cramped and busy, so I recommend visiting during off-peak hours or avoiding weekends, as I went on a Sunday. Despite the crowd, the unique experience with the carousel added to its charm, making it a lovely place to visit it’s a must go the staff also don’t forget about you even though it’s pretty busy. Overall, I recommend this place and I would go again since it was one of the best ones pancakes...