Sjefietshé — Restaurant in Amsterdam

Easily one of the best ceviche places in Amsterdam! This spot has been on our list for a while and we finally experienced it. It matched our expectations well and we had a lovely time.

The atmosphere is warm and cozy with great music playing. Shout out to whoever put the playlist on cuz them tunes hit so hard they distracted me from the incredible food. Small tip: get the Quinta da Linhares, thank me later.

Speaking of which, wow. The whole menu sounded incredible. Coming to a decision on what to get was very difficult! We'd recommend mixing around 5 dishes for two people in order to feel full. We started off with the classic ceviche, you have to right? Easily one of the best I've ever had. If you think that was great...get the tuna. Incredible. So rich and flavourful! To get some (more) freshness and change the flavours, we ordered the tomatoes with a lavas creme and almond crumble, simply lovely. I mean you can't go to a fishy spot and not get shrimp croquettes right? So damn right we got em. Guess what? Also incredible. The consistency is impressive to say the least. To finish the meal off we had to get the lobster roll. Do yourself a favour and this dish! The langoustine creme was lovely, the lobster buttery and soft and even the bread was tasteful. You can't go wrong with any of your choices! To treat ourselves at the end we decided to get both desserts. The passion fruit crème brulee was insanely incredible. Yes, it deserves two adjectives. Don't sleep on the fresh strawberries with mascarpone tho. Amazing way to end your experience with a fresh feeling.

The staff was great, professional and very attentive. They took really good care of us and made us feel at home. I got nothing but praise for the pace of the service and how thoughtful they were. Zero notes!

If you made it to the end, I salute you. If you don't check this spot out after reading all this you definitely don't love yourself. Go out and live people. Go experience Sjefietshé and be happy....

Absolutely incredible! Every detail in this place is carefully thought out, and it truly shows. Our server recommended the ceviche, and it was outstanding—bright, perfectly balanced flavors with the freshest fish. And the octopus hot dog? I never imagined octopus could taste this good!

The service was exceptional—definitely not your typical Dutch service, but something more intuitive, warm, and genuinely welcoming. Our waiter, Vad, a tall, blond gentleman, was beyond pleasant. He helped us choose our dishes and drinks, suggested enjoying the terrace while the sun was out, and then, when it got cooler, he seamlessly moved everything inside for us. Such an unexpected and thoughtful touch!

And let’s talk about the oysters—so fresh, so delicate, and paired with an absolutely divine sauce.

The atmosphere and decor are just as impressive—stylish, cozy, and with an energy that makes you want to stay all night. We’re already planning...

We opted for the 4-course menu, which consisted of two ceviche dishes, one main and one dessert. The ceviche selection was rather disappointing. The first one was flavorless, lacking the characteristic features like acidity and spiciness. Besides this, the fish was overcooked for a ceviche. The second dish was a failed attempt to introduce a fusion touch with curry-ish elements to the Peruvian dish. Experimentation and creativity are warmly welcomed in the kitchen if the foundations are solid, which was sadly not the case.

On a brighter note, the fish served as the main course was delicious and exciting, as well as the toothsome lemon pie for the last round.

Overall an OK experience saved by the main and the dessert. The 2/5 stars is due to the lackluster ceviche journey we encountered during our dinner at...