Flore
34.2
Roest
Scores
15.1
Score
12.5
Gault&Millau
4.4
Google
+49 reviews
About
Tucked away on the Oosterburgereiland in Amsterdam's Czaar Peterbuurt neighbourhood, Roest occupies a converted ship warehouse whose raw industrial bones have been shaped into a cool, inviting space. Chef Jef van den Hout leads the kitchen at a level that earned the restaurant a Gault&Millau score of 12.5/20 — a mark that signals serious culinary intent behind the laid-back atmosphere.
The food centres on high-end comfort cooking: familiar, satisfying flavours executed with care and craft, the kind that keeps you enthusiastically eating course after course. The wine list is intelligently curated, balancing well-known names with lesser-known and independent producers, and remains very reasonably priced throughout. Attentive, genuinely warm service rounds out the experience.
Beyond the walls, a city beach with deck chairs and sand draws crowds when the weather is fine, while a large adjacent warehouse regularly hosts festivals, markets and events. Food trucks add an extra layer of variety to the site. Whether you come for a leisurely lunch, a late dinner or a night that stretches until 3 AM on a Friday, Roest adapts to the occasion — outdoor seating, dine-in and reservations all available.
Book your table at Roest and experience Amsterdam's most atmospheric industrial dining destination for yourself.
Converted industrial buildings housing a laid-back bar with outside picnic tables & live music.
Information
AddressJacob Bontiusplaats 1, 1018 LG Amsterdam
Phone+31 20 308 6484
Websiteroest-amsterdam.nl
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Team
Jef van den Hout — Chef
Awards
12.5/20 Gault&Millau
Cityguys
"Tranen! Het is (voorlopig) de allerlaatste zomer op stadsstrand Roest. De eigenzinnige horecagelegenheid op het Oosterburgereiland moet volgend jaar haar deuren sluiten. Een nieuwe stadswijk blijkt belangrijker voor de Gemeente Amsterdam… Schandalig! Roest gaat eind september dicht, dus zorg dat je er in ieder geval nog één, twee of tachtien keer gaat zwemmen!" — 8 zwemplekken in Amsterdam om een frisse duik te nemen
"Roest is eigenlijk van alles in één, want tegenover het Roest café ligt een enorme loods die regelmatig plaats biedt aan festivals, markten en evenementen. Bij mooi weer is echter vooral het stadsstrand één van de grote trekpleisters waar het heerlijk vertoeven is op één van de strandstoelen of gewoon op je handdoekje in het zand. De permanente aanwezigheid van verschillende foodtrucks kunnen we alleen nog maar als bonus zien." — Een hele dag chillen in Amsterdam
Frequently asked questions
What type of food does Roest serve?
Roest serves high-end comfort food — carefully prepared dishes with approachable, satisfying flavours, recognised with a Gault&Millau score of 12.5/20.
What is the price level at Roest?
Roest is moderately priced, and the wine list is known for being very reasonably priced.
Can I make a reservation at Roest?
Yes, Roest accepts reservations.
What are the opening hours of Roest?
Monday to Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM. Thursday and Sunday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM. Friday and Saturday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM.
Does Roest have outdoor seating?
Yes, Roest has an outdoor area featuring a city beach complete with deck chairs and sand.
