🍝 A casual Italian experience found around Amsterdam Dam Square

⸻ 🍝 A laid-back Italian experience found near Amsterdam Dam Square ~A holiday of pizza, Caprese, simple pasta, and Aperol behind the Royal Palace~ ⸻ Dam Square, located in the heart of Amsterdam, is a bustling area packed with tourist attractions. Yet, the charm of this city is that you can find authentic Italian food just a short walk away. Here are some recommended Italian restaurants near Dam Square that you can stop by in between sightseeing. ⸻ 🇮🇹 1. Verona Ristorante Italiano Reguliersdwarsstraat 7, 1017 BJ Amsterdam, Netherlands A lively Italian restaurant near Torture Museum Amsterdam. Their party-friendly pizzas and handmade fettuccine with generous truffle cream are exquisite. With more locals than tourists, this is the perfect place for a relaxing getaway. ⸻ 🇮🇹 2. La Zoccola del Pacioccone Nieuwe Nieuwstraat 22HS, 1012 NH Amsterdam, Netherlands The interior and staff are reminiscent of Naples. Their specialties are Caprese salad and lemoncello. Their pizza crust is thin, crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. ⸻ 🇮🇹 3. Casa Nostra Ceintuurbaan 233, 1074 CW Amsterdam, Netherlands Just a few minutes' walk from the Rijksmuseum. Despite being located right in the tourist area, their homemade pasta is surprisingly high quality. It's best to go a little later, around 7pm. ⸻ 🇮🇹 4. Osteria Bella Ciao Italian Restaurant Laan der Hesperiden 66, 1076 DN Amsterdam, Netherlands Closed Mondays 13-22 Not too fancy, but the food is top-notch. They offer comforting dishes like meatball lasagna and artichoke appetizers. Relax and watch the people passing by from the terrace seating. ⸻ 🇮🇹 5. Eatmosfera Oost Sumatrastraat 47, 1094 LN Amsterdam, Netherlands A little outside Dam Square, but within a 10-minute walk, this hidden gem is a hidden gem. Small but authentic. The Vongole Bianco paired with the house wine will instantly make you feel like you're in Italy. The tiramisu dessert is also popular. ⸻ 📝 Trip Tips - Reservations recommended for dinner. It gets especially busy on weekends. - A tip of 5-10% of the total bill in cash makes a good impression. - Many establishments offer wine by the glass, making it easy to enjoy even if you're traveling alone. ⸻ 💬 Comment Club • Looking for Italian food in central Amsterdam? Dam Square has more than just tourist traps – real trattorias with handmade pasta and warm service. 🇮🇹✨ • Loved the pasta with truffle cream at a hidden spot behind the Royal Palace! Worth the short detour 🍷 • From lasagna to limoncello, Amsterdam’s Dam Square is secretly a tiny piece of Italy.