Eetcafé de Brakke Grond — Restaurant in Amsterdam

Next to one of the croudiest places in Amsterdam you have the Nes square, a little safe haven of rest. Here you find flemish culture house, de brakke grond. They serve nice food for a reasonable price and have one of the best apple pies that i know off. And a good selection of belgian beers. Wether it is lunch (they have early sun), dinner or drinks its a good place to run off to for some relaxation. The staff is always friendly and helpful however they won't watch your every move and delivery can take a while. So come here for relaxation not for a rush, and if needed grab the attention of the friendly staff for another round :). (While you do not get it by default, ask for a free jug of water to go with your beers your head will thank you in...

Very nice place on a square just a few minutes from the touristic area. You will have locals (like me) and tourists here, but very calm, not the standard tourist place ar all.

Service was fast & very friendly.

Food was a bit of a mixed bag. The humus for the bread was strange, very bland and grey (?). Waitress agreed. Fries were great, mussels as well, but the portion was small and on a plate. I'd really still prefer it the old fashioned way in black pot.

Good beers on tap, also on bottle,...

I shouldn't really write this, but if you are a visitor to the city it seems scary to venture out of the busy Rokin street. But go one street over to the Nes to find a bit more local vibe.

De Brakke Grond is one of those local places. Get your real Dutch Bitterballs here together with plenty of other great casual snacks and foods. Good beer selection as well.

Usually the services is great, with friendly smiles and quick service. Sometimes it is a bit more "local...