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Amsterdam Map: WalemWalem Frommer's Recommended

Cuisine Continental
Hours Sun-Thurs 10am-1am; Fri-Sat 10am-2am
Address
Keizersgracht 449
Location At Leidsestraat, Along the Canal Belt
Transportation Tram: 1, 2, or 5 to Leidsestraat
Reservations Reservations accepted
Phone 020/625-3544
Web site www.diningcity.nl/walem
Prices Main courses 17€-19€ ($27-$30)
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V

Frommer's Review

Walem may have lost a few of its brownie points since a few years ago when it was one of the hottest addresses in town, but that only means it's easier to get a seat on one of its two wonderful terraces: one outside beside the canal and the other at the rear in a sheltered, quiet garden patio. The space between them isn't bad either; it was designed by Philippe Starck, with small tables in front of and beside the long bar, where daily newspapers are provided. This cafe-restaurant's standards have not slipped at all, so don't worry about being seen in yesterday's in-place. Menu items include pasta specialties, steak, chicken, and salads.

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