remouillage — Restaurant in Amsterdam

Best non Michelin starred restaurant I've ever been to.

If you walk here, it's a bit of a trek from Amsterdam Central. You get farther and farther away from the city center and it feels less and less populated. Once we sat down, my god the experience was probably one of my favorite restaurants. How does it not have a Michelin star?

We began with shredded clam. 🐚 Sounds weird, but it was similar to a very well seasoned oyster. Then moved onto an artichoke with butter. Right after finishing the artichoke, I said I wished I had bread to go along with it. 🥖 Within a few minutes, our waitress popped by with this amazing soft bread that absorbed the butter on the outside but left the inside fresh. Next up was a sea urchin. 🌊 We've tried sea urchin in London's Borough Market, but it was nowhere near as tasty as this one. Then we had a sort of cooked oyster? Not quite sure, but again - delicious. Leading up to our main course was this vegetable soup. 🥕 The main was a bird with mushrooms. 🍄 What we thought was the last dish was a mix of strawberries, cream, and raw peas. 🍓 Who thought raw peas would be good in a dish, but they cut the sweetness of the strawberry to give you a little crunch. We loved it so much, the chef gave us an extra course of caramelised eggplant (or 🍆 aubergine) the chef's creativity to make a vegetable into a dessert in this way was genius. We ended the night emptying 2 bottles of wine and 2 dessert wine glasses over 4 hours. Not a bad night.

I would highly recommend this restaurant for those who are adventurous! Aside from food, both the waitress and the chef were so friendly! If I could give this restaurant 6 stars out of 5, I would. 🌟 Again, by FAR my favorite restaurant in Amsterdam and it is a top contender for my favorite restaurant...

A lot of hype and expectations about this place, but with the experience we had i personally just don't understand. We were greeted next to the curtain covered door and the waitress said the only table for two was by the door, it wasn't the only table, there was a table in the corner that remained free for the 3 1/2 hours we were there getting cold through the draft coming through the poorly fitted door and curtains. However this place is famous for its food. So i was more than willing to get cold knees for amazing food. Now it may be down to the for mentioned cold knees, but i found there to be lots of cold/tepid temperatures to the food throughout the experience with a few dishes feeling like they were plated hours before, very little bite or crunch throughout. The sweet potato dessert was starchy and had lost all its sweetness split/set consistency why not just make . The strangest thing was the wine pairing. We were told the wine pairing is down to us and what we like, so i asked well what will we be eating and she couldn't tell me because it's all a surprise. If i am coming along with you on a tasting menu experience, and i am then upsold a wine pairing i would really like you to pair the wine with the food. There is obvious skill and hospitality in this place, I don't know if we caught it on a bad night maybe. When we booked we were asked what the occasion was so i told them it was our anniversary, this was an opportunity to create a nice moment, it was forgotten. On the whole i was a little disappointed...

My frens and I recently dined at Remouillage, and it was an experience worth sharing. From the moment we walked in, we were enveloped by the warm and cozy ambiance, which set the tone for the evening. The soft lighting and homely decor created an inviting atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing dinner.

The highlight of the evening, however, was not just the setting but the people behind the scenes. Jonathan, the chef, who also happens to be the owner, was incredibly friendly and welcoming. He made effort to keep coming to our table to check on us, sharing stories about his experiences and ensuring everything was to our liking. This personal touch made the experience feel even more special.

As for the food, it was simply outstanding. Each dish was prepared with care, showcasing fresh ingredients and expert culinary skills. The flavors and the presentations were simple yet well balanced. It’s clear that Jonathan takes great pride in his work, and it truly shines through in every bite.

This place offers not just a meal but a memorable dining experience. With its cozy ambiance, exceptional food, and friendly service, it’s a place we would highly recommend to anyone looking for a delightful evening out.

Can’t wait to dine in again soon. Also super looking forward to getting the handmade wine glasses...