Spectrum – Amsterdam - een MICHELIN Gids restaurant (2024)

FAQs

How many Michelin starred restaurants are in Amsterdam? ›

With 23 Michelin-rated restaurants in Amsterdam carrying one (or two) of the coveted stars, these fine-dining experiences are as diverse as the city itself.

Restaurants can be designated with one, two, or three Michelin stars. (Of course, the vast majority receive no stars at all.) Three stars mean a restaurant is nearly perfect, or in Michelin's words “exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey.” This restaurant isn't a vacation stop; it's the destination.

Amsterdam features more than 1,000 restaurants for every taste, need, and budget, even for the most demanding tourist or local.

So, where in the world will we make the gastronomic journey this time? Today we are going to the Netherlands to explore two of the highest rated restaurants in the Netherlands that have earned exactly 3 Michelin stars: Inter Scaldes & De Librije.

There are lots of people who are looking for a delicious place to grab a bite to eat, particularly when they travel across the world; however, there are some countries that simply have more Michelin star restaurants than others. The country that has the most restaurants that have earned a Michelin star is France.

Three MICHELIN Stars is our highest award, given for the superlative cooking of chefs at the peak of their profession; their cooking is elevated to an art form and some of their dishes are destined to become classics.

Michelin stars are given out on a scale of one to three stars, with only the top establishments in the world qualifying.

The least prestigious of Michelin's categories of recognition, L'Assiette Michelin, or the Michelin Plate, includes any restaurant with neither stars nor a "Bib Gourmand" designation. This is not entirely insignificant, however. Many restaurants never see the inside of a Michelin Guide, much less a star.

This one is pretty simple to answer – the Dutch do not have a tipping culture as strongly-ingrained as much of the English-speaking world. In a bar, restaurant, or private boat tour in Amsterdam, provided the service was good, a tip of around 10% is appreciated but not automatically expected.

What time do people eat dinner in Amsterdam? ›

Dutch dinner

The Dutch eat relatively early starting from 5 to 7 p.m., families mostly eat together around the dinner table. A typical Dutch dinner meal consists of potatoes, meat and vegetables, served with gravy. Dinner is often followed by a dessert in the form of yogurt or coffee.

Japan leads with 34 Michelin three star restaurants. These are restaurants that, according to the Michelin guide, provide exceptional cuisine worth a special journey.

What is the current number of 3 star Michelin restaurants worldwide? As of 2024, there are 146 Michelin 3-star restaurants globally. Europe leads with 86, followed by Asia with 50, and the United States with 10.