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Mesa Mesa
A stylish modern Spanish tapas-and-wine spot in De Pijp — Andalusian-inspired small plates served in rounds, with 100-plus Spanish wines.
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On the Marie Heinekenplein in De Pijp, Mesa Mesa is a stylish, modern Spanish tapas-and-wine restaurant from chef Victor Glez, who brings the spirit of Andalusia — and time cooking in Málaga, Sevilla and Madrid — to Amsterdam. The space is light and contemporary, built around an open kitchen with bar stools facing the action.
The idea is relaxed, sociable Spanish dining: a compact, regularly changing menu of tapas and sharing plates served in rounds, with no rush and no rules.
The food
Expect modern takes on Spanish classics — croqueta serranito with padrón pepper, patatas bravas with a spicy twist, a standout tomato salad, tortilla Española with pancetta and truffle, and Ibérico tenderloin among the larger plates. There are six signature cocktails and a deep list of over a hundred Spanish wines.
Good to know
It works equally well for dinner or a later drink-and-tapas session, with a terrace for warmer days. It's popular, so book ahead, and note the menu leans pork-forward.
Signature dishes
Croqueta serranito with padrón pepper
Patatas bravas with a spicy twist
Tomato salad
Tortilla Española with pancetta and truffle
Ibérico tenderloin
Where to find it
Marie Heinekenplein 5, 1072 MH, Amsterdam
Open in Google MapsFAQ
- What is Mesa Mesa?
- A modern Spanish tapas-and-wine restaurant in De Pijp, with Andalusian-inspired small plates served in rounds.
- Where is it?
- On the Marie Heinekenplein in De Pijp.
- What's the wine like?
- There's a deep list of over a hundred Spanish wines, plus six signature cocktails.
- How does the food work?
- Compact, regularly changing tapas and sharing plates, served in rounds for the table.
- Should I book?
- Yes — it's popular; note the menu leans pork-forward.