Rue d’Alger — Restaurant in Amsterdam

I rarely give full 5-star ratings, not because I’m overly picky, but because I always find something that could be just a little better. That was not the case at Rue d'Alger. I’ve had good food in Amsterdam, but nothing has ever been as exceptional as what I experienced here.

The flavors were so complex and well-balanced that, for the first time, I couldn’t pick apart the spices or deconstruct the dish to try recreating it at home. It was simply that good. I even asked the incredibly kind server about their rice, and he generously shared a bit of their secret—though I doubt I could ever replicate it!

Beyond the outstanding food, the portions were huge, the prices were incredibly reasonable, and the service was warm and welcoming. It’s rare to find a place that excels in all these areas, but Rue d’Alger does just that. Without a doubt, this has to be one of my favorite restaurants in the Netherlands. If I could give more than 5...

We had dinner at Rue d’Alger, a spot with a similar concept to Chipotle. You choose a base (either rice or couscous), a main meat (mainly chicken options), and three vegetables. The food is then heated and served. The taste was truly a highlight – it had a wonderful, homemade quality and was very delicious. It's definitely a place I'd recommend for a tasty meal. However, there are a couple of things to note. Seating inside is very limited, so it's not ideal for a long, relaxed sit-down meal; it might be better suited for takeout. Also, the prices were not advertised, which felt a little risky. We ended up paying 37 euros for two plates (no drinks), and we hope we weren't charged a "tourist price." Overall, if you're looking for delicious, homemade-tasting food and don't mind the compact seating or unadvertised prices, Rue d’Alger is a...

We had the most amazing meal at Rue d’Alger. We were walking around a neighborhood in Amsterdam the last night of our stay when we stumbled upon this cozy little restaurant. They were in the process of closing for the evening and their usually abundant selection of different dishes had dwindled to almost nothing. I could tell by the way the food looked that it would be amazing.

I spoke with the manager and he assured me that they would be able to put together a wonderful meal using tagine chicken over couscous or rice and three vegetables.

The meal was overly abundant and full of flavor. I wish I could eat here every day, but that can’t happen. Next time I’m in Amsterdam, this will be the first restaurant I eat at, and maybe the last too.

Thank you again for your hospitality and a...