Amsterdam: Dutch Bitterballen and Croquette Tasting
ID: GYG383536-693296
Category:
Country: Netherlands
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Taste the traditional Dutch snacks of bitterballen and croquettes in a restaurant located in the old waiting room of the central station.
Upon arrival, you will be seated at a table in the old 1st class waiting rooms of the central station, dating back to 1889.
Admire the Lavish fin de siècle decorations found throughout this unique establishment, such as ornate floral scenes, wooden panels and intricate paintings. These paintings give the restaurant a sense of grandeur and elegance. One example is the two-humped camel visible above the impressive and extensive molding.
You will taste 6 different types of croquettes and bitterballen while you enjoy a glass of Heineken draft beer, house wine or a soft drink. You will be able to try the following: veal bitterbal, Peking duck bitterbal, Thai Green Curry bitterbal, cheese arugula croquette, chicken satay croquette and shrimp croquette.
Our waiters will explain the different types and you will be given an information sheet. The result is an experience of comfort, style and quality.
Highlights
- Discover Dutch snacks in the former 1st class waiting rooms
- Take in panoramic views of the old city
- Discover a ‘hidden gem’ in the central railway station
- Meet the restaurant's pet "Cockatoo Elvis"
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All participants must also bring a valid form of ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, identity card, student card, etc)
All participants who are over 13 years old must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months, a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts, or a negative antigen test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
Grand Café Restaurant 1e klas. Use the staircase in the Cuyper Hall in the Amsterdam Central Station. Please arrive on time and upon arrival ask for the floor manager. Address: Stationsplein 15
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
