Bouchon du Centre

The 38 Essential Amsterdam Restaurants

"In central Amsterdam, you’ll find Bouchon du Centre, a Lyonnaise bistro that’s traditional right down to the classic red-and-white tablecloths. Hanneke Schouten has owned and run the restaurant for 23 years, serving bouchon staples such as boudin noir aux pommes (blood sausage with apples), quenelles de brochet (pike dumplings), and oeufs en meurette (poached eggs in red wine sauce). Take note of the charcuterie selection, which comes directly from Lyon. Reservations are recommended, and do keep an eye on the opening hours; the place is currently only open for lunch from Wednesday to Saturday." - Monique van Loon