Flore
34.2
Nikotin
Scores
16.03
Score
13
Gault&Millau
4.5
Google
+28 reviews
About
Tucked along the Gedempt Hamerkanaal in Amsterdam's fast-evolving Noord district, Nikotin takes its name from the tobacco factory that once occupied this site. That industrial heritage lends the space a raw, contemporary edge that feels entirely at home in a neighbourhood rapidly reshaping itself into a hub for food, art and creative businesses.
Chef Tim van der Molen draws on East-Asian street food traditions, with fermentation as the kitchen's guiding philosophy. Kimchi, XO and miso weave deep umami complexity through every dish. Gault&Millau recognised this distinctive cooking with a score of 13/20, awarding Nikotin a place in their selection — notable praise for a restaurant that charts its own course.
The mood is loose and welcoming, the service unhurried, and the drinks list — spanning sake, kombucha, craft beer and cocktails — matches the kitchen's spirit perfectly. Late closing hours on weekends make it a natural destination long after other kitchens have shut. A Google rating of 4.5 from 105 reviews underlines what Gault&Millau already noted: Nikotin is a genuine addition to the Amsterdam dining scene.
Book your table and taste why Amsterdam Noord's most talked-about new kitchen is worth the trip.
Information
AddressGedempt Hamerkanaal 75a, 1021KP Amsterdam
Phone+31 620 346 130
Websitewww.nikotin.nl
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Team
Tim van der Molen — Chef
Awards
13.0/20 Gault&Millau
Frequently asked questions
What type of cuisine does Nikotin serve?
Nikotin serves East-Asian street food with a strong focus on fermentation — kimchi, XO and miso are central to the flavour profiles on the menu.
Who is the chef at Nikotin?
The kitchen is led by chef Tim van der Molen.
Can you make a reservation at Nikotin?
Yes, Nikotin accepts reservations. You can book via their website at nikotin.nl.
What are Nikotin's opening hours?
Nikotin is open Wednesday to Saturday from 6:00 PM (Wednesday until midnight, Thursday until 1:00 AM, Friday and Saturday until 3:00 AM) and Sunday from 1:00 PM to 8:30 PM. The restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Where is Nikotin located?
Nikotin is at Gedempt Hamerkanaal 75a, 1021 KP Amsterdam, in the Hamerkwartier area of Amsterdam Noord.
