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Cuisine: Comfort Food, European, Mediterranean, Spanish, Vegetarian
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If you ask a local in Amsterdam for the most famous tapas restaurant in town they will mention Pata Negra. Although this place is listed in every guide book it's still very popular with both locals... Read More
If you ask a local in Amsterdam for the most famous tapas restaurant in town they will mention Pata Negra. Although this place is listed in every guide book it's still very popular with both locals and tourists. It's always crowded so don't be surprised if you have to wait for a bit till your table is ready. The menu at Pata Negra is the typical tapas list. Great dishes are the dades with bacon, the salad with blue cheese, albondigas (meat balls) and the calamaris. The dishes are served to the table when ready and Pata Negra is perfect to go to with a group of friends or as a couple. It's located at one of the best shopping streets in Amsterdam, the Utrechtsestraat.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Anne de Buck
Amsterdam Local Expert
- Late Night, Tapas: "Try the dades with bacon. So delicious!"
- Best for Late Night Because: This tapas bar may seem a bit touristy but it's one of the best spots for Spanish tapas after midnight.
- Best for Tapas Because: Pata Negra is without a doubt the most famous tapas bar in Amsterdam. It's always busy and the food is cheap and tasty.