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I recently visited Winkel 43 in Amsterdam, and it was an unforgettable experience! Located in the heart of the Jordaan district, this cozy café is famous for its delicious Dutch apple pie, and it certainly lived up to the hype. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by a warm and friendly atmosphere. The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, making me feel right at home. The café itself has a charming, rustic vibe with wooden floors and beams, and plenty of seating both inside and outside. Now, let’s talk about the star of the show – the apple pie. It was absolutely divine! The crust was perfectly crumbly, and the apple filling was fresh, moist, and had just the right amount of sweetness with a hint of cinnamon. Topped with their signature whipped cream, it was a slice of heaven. I can see why it’s considered the best apple pie in Amsterdam. In addition to the apple pie, Winkel 43 offers a variety of other delicious homemade dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I also tried their beef stew, which was hearty and flavorful. The menu changes regularly, so there’s always something new to try. Overall, Winkel 43 is a must-visit spot in Amsterdam. Whether you’re a local or a tourist, make sure to stop by for a slice of their famous apple pie and enjoy the cozy ambiance. I can’t wait to go back!
Ron PensariRon Pensari
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4 Juli 2024: An unexpected visit just to quickly have a coffee. Since time flew by, we decided to have a small dish for dinner. Very surprising and delicious. We had the pulled chicken and roasted bread with vegetables and cheese. The service was quick. However, they weren't very attentive as my glass had a small crack at the top. I sent my tea back with a request for a different glass. At the end, when we were about to leave, someone from the staff asked if everything was to our satisfaction. Very thoughtful, but this should have been done by the people who took our order. ------------------------------ 2023: After a long time, we went to Café Winkel again. The soup was lukewarm but was promptly sent back to the kitchen. Initially, we came for the apple pie, which was excellent. I had a roasted pepper soup, which tasted delicious. However, the service was disappointing. Very sloppy and somewhat rude. They had no attention to detail or to customers wanting to place an order. We had to wave and try to make eye contact. I ordered tea with honey, but they forgot the honey. After reminding the staff twice, the third waitress finally brought the honey.
M LWLM LWL
10
This location seems to be popular for the tourists but NOT worth the effort. We specifically went to Winkel 43 following the reviews on the socialmedia, but our experience was disappointed. The famous apple tart was excellent and tasty even if on my way to the bathroom, I passed in front of the kitchen, which in a smell of the toilet and bakery, the staff could be seen quickly cutting the apples, in a big mess, and the toilets were execrable, with a long and endless queue. Very disappointed. And outside, complete disorganization awaits you. You have to stand in line and wait the first time to be served and after a long wait, a bored and overwhelmed waiter will ask you if you want to eat outside or inside. This whole process is not worth the effort. The tables are dirty and crowded. What bothered me beyond measure was the fact that the waiter came and told me not to stand in front of the store, even though I was on the other side of the street even if I was with their apple tart in my hand. This proves that for them only money matters, and not people's experience. I DO NOT RECOMMEND AND WILL NOT GO BACK THERE ...
ciprian mihaiciprian mihai
00
Yesterday (Jun 14, 2024), I visited Winkel because it was recommended as one of the best apple pie in the region, but my experience there was awful. I asked for a portion of their award-winning dessert and a beer. To my surprise, they handed me a glass with water at the bottom (it was clear that they didn’t dried the glasses) and i was supposed to pour my beer in there, and they also gave me two dirty forks with food scraps still on them. Worth mentioning that they heard me speaking in Spanish, and I have Asian features (I am from South America). I requested for the glass and the forks to be exchanged, and they told me that it wasn't possible, that they are always given that way. Maybe it was an act of racism in the middle of Amsterdam, incredible Winkel Cafe, if I wasn’t in a hurry I would ask to talk to the manager but I was leaving in a few hours. It was a totally bad experience, I do not recommend this place. They may offer a tasty dessert, but it comes with a DISRESPECTFUL treatment (not even mention that it was a sanitary problem).
Cindy ChiuCindy Chiu
40
Finally after 3 years managed to eat a apple pie here! No line as we went after 23h30. The outside area is really cute and we sat there. Ordered inside and the lady said she would send the pie out and then after almost 10min of us just waiting some random waiter came to ask if we had been helped - I mentioned I had ordered and that this was some time ago and we were still waiting for one single apple pie (note there was no que and barely any people here this evening). No one had sat down since we arrived. The waiter was great, she returned not a minute later with the pie. This was +- 6€. I thought it would be super average but was pleasantly surprised! Apple crust was so good and crispy with nice cinnamon flavour right through the pie. The apples were soft but not mushy and the crumble very tasty. They serve this with a huge dollop of whipped cream which balances the pie well. Best apple pie I have had in ages! Would recommend going to try, just don’t have any expectations of the service (but this is usual for Amsterdam to be fair).
Hazel BrooksHazel Brooks
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I had high expectations for Winkel in Amsterdam, famous for its apple pie, so I decided to check it out. 1. The Line: The wait was quite long; I spent 35 minutes in line only to have another customer skip ahead and take the table designated for us. Unfortunately, the staff didn’t intervene, adding another 10 minutes to our wait. 2. Order: I ordered one apple pie with cream and one without. The service time was about 15 minutes. 3. The Pie: The apple pie was average, consisting of apple slices, cinnamon, and raisins. It was overly sweet for my taste, which made it difficult to enjoy fully. 4. Pricing: I found the pie a bit overpriced for the quality provided. 5. The Toilets: The cleanliness of the toilets was disappointing, with a noticeable lack of maintenance compared to fast-food standards. In summary, my visit to Winkel was underwhelming. I think you might find more satisfaction grabbing a pie from a supermarket and enjoying it in a park instead. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this place.
Stefan UleiaStefan Uleia
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Noordermarkt 43, 1015 NA Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Known for its apple pie, this lively cafe/bar serves hearty European snacks, lunches and dinners.
attractions: Anne Frank House, Dam Square, Madame Tussauds Amsterdam, Royal Palace Amsterdam, BODY WORLDS Amsterdam, Sexmuseum Amsterdam Venustempel, Westerpark, De 9 Straatjes, Westerpark, Oude Kerk Amsterdam, restaurants: Prix d'Ami., The Pancake Bakery, Pancakes Amsterdam, Loetje, Omelegg City Centre, Manneken Pis Damrak, La Zoccola del Pacioccone, Proeflokaal Arendsnest, Cannibale Royale Lange Niezel, Assaggi
