Foodhallen Amsterdam

Twenty indoor food stalls in an exceptional location: an old tram depot that has been renovated and arranged to perfection with tables and chairs. This is Foodhallen Amsterdam, a kind of food market that celebrates diversity and international cuisine. Founded in 2014 in Amsterdam, the concept has since expanded to other Dutch cities, such as Rotterdam and The Hague.

During warm weather at Foodhallen, outdoor tables and chairs are also available, so you can enjoy the warm Dutch sun while enjoying freshly prepared specialities.

The kiosks at Foodhallen Amsterdam

Inside the Foodhallen Amsterdam there are 20 kiosks where you can enjoy street food and typical Dutch and international dishes. Here’s the list!

• Meatball Rollers: specialises in meatballs, including chicken, all served with Dutch sauces.
• The Butcher: its speciality is burgers, prepared on the spot using only fresh ingredients.
• Shirkhan: inspired by Mumbai street food, Shirkhan serves authentic Indian produce and dishes cooked in the tandoori oven.
• The Rough Kitchen: the must-visit place for barbecue and grill lovers, run by world BBQ champion Jord Althuizen and culinary journalist Marcus Polman.
• Renato‘s: if you miss pizza during your holiday in Amsterdam, stop by Renato’s and enjoy real Italian pizza, but also antipasti or sandwiches, all made by importing ingredients directly from Italy.
• Pita: the quintessential Greek and Middle Eastern sandwich is revisited by chefs Freek van Noortwijk, judge of Masterchef Netherlands, and Hidde Vloemans. Highlights include homemade falafel.
• Vietview: Vietnamese street food comes to Amsterdam in style, bringing the tastes of South-East Asia to the city
• Petit Gâteau: could the French patisserie be missing? Founded in France in 2006, Petit Gâteau now also has a presence at Foodhallen, where it serves its handmade specialities every day in its Haarlemmerstaat workshop in the centre of Amsterdam.
• Padrón: Inspired by the famous Spanish snack ‘Pimiento de Padrón’, the managers started making simple little variations by creating vegetarian snacks made only with fresh seasonal vegetables.
• Mr Temaki: Fresh sushi and poke, made daily by the chefs: this is the recipe for success at Mr Temaki, which brings Japanese and Hawaiian influences to Amsterdam.
• The Noodle Shop: prides itself on being the place to enjoy the best noodles in town. Run by the same chefs as Pita, try the Red Egg Noodles and judge!
• Maza: Maza serves the famous meze, small dishes typical of Middle Eastern gastronomy, reinterpreted in an artisanal way. Whether vegetarian, halal, kosher or vegan, you can try them all at Maza.
• Jabugo Bar Iberico: a typical Spanish décor introduces you to the best hams in Amsterdam. You can try them in many ways, in a sandwich, on a plate with cheese, and even in convenient packages to take home.
• Holy Fried Chicken: the perfect place for fried chicken lovers, curated and run by Dutch chefs Richard van Oostenbrugge and Thomas Groot.
• Mer du Nord: oysters and local fish, in a kiosk where the fish is king. It too is run by Richard van Oostenbrugge and Thomas Groot, the same chefs as Holy Fried Chicken.
• Dim Sum Thing: You don’t have to travel halfway around the world to taste the perfect dim sum, as this Cantonese speciality is also available at Foodhallen Amsterdam, in all shapes, sizes and flavours.
• FENTO: Founded by two Californian chefs and a Mexican, you will find tasty and healthy vegan dishes at FENTO. FENTO in fact stands for Fresh, Ethical, Nutritious, Tasty and Organic.
• De Ballenbar: Ballen are a Dutch street food that is vaguely reminiscent of Sicilian arancini in shape. Michelin-starred chef Peter Gast and his souschef Jeroen Elijzen have revisited this traditional dish and made it absolutely special!
• Bulls & Dogs: Here you will find sausages and frankfurters made by an Amsterdam butcher according to his own recipes. They are cooked and served on a German pretzel and homemade sauces.
• Taqueria Lima: the perfect place to enjoy real Mexican street food. Tacos, burritos and churros, at Taqueria Lima you will find everything and more.

There are no online menus because the food is prepared fresh every day based on the ingredients available. Remember also that it is not possible to reserve a table. All you have to do is choose something to eat or drink and find a place to sit.

Opening hours

Foodhallen Amsterdam is open every day except Christmas Day, from midday to 1am. On Sundays and Mondays the closing time is midnight.

How to get to the Foodhallen Amsterdam

The Foodhallen Amsterdam is located at Bellamyplein 51, west of the city centre, in the Amsterdam-West area, within the DeHallen shopping centre. The most convenient way to get there is by tram: right in front of the shopping centre, along Kinkerstraat, is the tram stop Ten Katestraat, where lines 7 and 17 run; the latter also stops at Central Station. Alternatively, those who are close to metro line 52 can get off at Vijzelgracht and continue by tram, while for lines 51, 53 and 54 the reference stop is Weesperplein, from where they can continue their journey on tram line 7.

Rotterdam’s Foodhallen and The Hague

Rotterdam’s Foodhallen is the second in terms of time. It dates back to 2018, in an industrial warehouse along the river Maas, while the one in The Hague was opened the following year, in 2019, right in the city centre. Each Foodhallen has its own style and attitude, but the substance remains the same.

Foodhallen Rotterdam

In Rotterdam, the Foodhallen is located inside the Pakhuismeesteren warehouse at Wilhelminakade 58, abandoned for 40 years and brought back to life with a unique mix of food, drink, entertainment and art. There are 12 kiosks serving Dutch and international cuisine.

From Rotterdam Central Station you can get there comfortably by metro D to ‘de Akkers’ or metro E to ‘Slinge’, getting off at Wilhelminaplein. Tram numbers 20, 23 or 25 also take you to Wilhelminaplein. Travelling by car, you can park at the World Port Center car park, which offers advantageous all-day or evening passes.

Foodhallen The Hague

The newest addition to the Foodhallen chain is located in The Hague. Opened in 2019 inside one of the famous Dutch hofjes (a central courtyard overlooked by several houses) at Haagsche Bluf 40, it not only boasts a unique ambience, but is also a relaxing place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Foodhallen The Hague offers its customers 9 kiosks with Dutch and international cuisine.

Being in the centre, it is very easy to reach. If you decide to use your car, you can park at Q-Park Grote Markt, which is a 5-minute walk away, or at Q-Park Torenstraat, which is a 10-minute walk away.