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Restaurant Blauw
One of Amsterdam's best-loved Indonesian restaurants, near the Vondelpark, famous for its lavish multi-dish rijsttafel.
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Restaurant Blauw, just west of the Vondelpark, is many Amsterdammers' answer to where to eat Indonesian — a cuisine woven deep into Dutch food culture through the country's shared history.
The thing to order is the rijsttafel, or “rice table”: a parade of small dishes — beef rendang, satay, sambals, vegetables and more — built around rice, so you can taste a whole spread in one sitting. Vegetarian versions are available, and the kitchen doesn't shy away from spice.
It's smart-casual and busy, especially at weekends, so reserve ahead.
Signature dishes
Rijsttafel (rice table)
Beef rendang
Satay & sambals
Where to find it
Amstelveenseweg 158-160, 1075 XN, Amsterdam
Open in Google MapsFAQ
- What is Restaurant Blauw?
- A modern Indonesian restaurant famous for its extensive rijsttafel (rice table).
- Where is it?
- On the Amstelveenseweg in Oud-Zuid, near the far end of Vondelpark.
- What should I order?
- The rijsttafel — a spread of many small dishes — with classics like rendang, satay and gado gado; meat, fish, vegetarian and vegan versions are available.
- Is it good for groups?
- Yes — the shared rice table is ideal for groups and makes a real feast.
- Should I book?
- Yes — it's popular, so booking ahead is essential.