Aan de Poel

I was in Amsterdam for 2 days, and I wanted to spend my last night dining here because of its quality reputation and lake locale outside of the city. Chef Stefan Van Sprang guides you through the menu and continually checks on you. The restaurant has a very peaceful and relaxing vibe. The menu was quite diverse with the best curry sauce and eel I've ever had. The caramel tart dessert had no business being that good. The non-alcoholic wines and service were top notch. This is one of the top restaurants in The Netherlands. Such culinary artistry 🎨👨‍🍳🤤

The restaurant offers elegant, beautifully presented dishes, though at times it felt a bit too elaborate for my taste. Some courses were softer in texture than I prefer, and, as with many fine-dining places, the fixed multi-course menu included items (like mussels) that I don’t usually enjoy. Because of that, it might not have been the best fit for me personally. That said, the atmosphere was refined, the service attentive, and sharing the evening with great company made it an enjoyable experience overall. In my view, however, the restaurant may be slightly overrated compared to the expectations set by its Michelin status.

The ambience was great , sommelier stood out because of his personality and his service , the rest of the service was ok as the explanations of the food was not as explicit as other Michelin star restaurants I have been. The portions were really small , the bread , butter and the sauce was plain to be honest . For me this was one Michelin experience but not 2, I have been to better 2 star restaurants but this one didn’t do the cut for me somehow, however the food was still good, just didn’t meet the expectations of the 2 star. The red wine could have been a bit better I think , as compared to the other ones.

Very good restaurant, the food was totally amazing! Loved the amuses and all the courses we had! Someone in the group had a shellfish allergy and the restaurant vhanged the courses for this person and still were amazing. We did call ahead for the allergy though. The allergy might have mixed a little as there was a small allergy reaction but nothing serious. The service was a little behind, food served without wine filled 2 times some interruptions during the speech. Overall great experience with every dish being amazing and really a small art piece. Just the service that could improve a little.

The best lunch we have ever had. If it were Dinner - I would say the same. The service here is a level above everything I have experienced. The staff is always there to help, answer questions, and hear your feedback. The chef is there to serve some of the dishes by himself. The scenery and atmosphere was a work of art on its own. We had a table were both seats turned towards the glass wall fronting the lake. We Watched the birds flying over, sometimes catching fish, with the high vegetation bending to the strong winds. And inside - a complete calm and warm atmosphere. The interior and the garden fronting the lake were really nice, we couldn't look at them enough. And the food- every single dish was beyond what we could imagine was possible to make with these ingredients. Top notch. I think the only thing that needs improvement is the coffee.

Absolutely fantastic food!!! I have never eaten in a restaurant like this, the explosion of flavours and textures in every bite is surreal, the presentation of the dishes is like a work of art. They have an infinite variety of wines. The service of the staff is excellent, they take care of every detail, the restaurant has a sober but warm and contemporary atmosphere. Coming to eat here is an experience that everyone should have at least once in their life.

Everything you'd expect from a Michelin Star restaurant. The staff, from the head chef to the sommelier to the servers, were all professional, knowledgeable, and courteous. The food was intentional and absolutely delicious. We did the signature menu (a tasting of the most popular dishes) and were not disappointed. Every component worked harmoniously to create a delicious bite. One (minor) criticism would be with the eel dish. It was called a "yakitori," but was neither served on a stick nor (as far as I could tell) wood-fired. It was still delicious, but a bit confusing. Again, a very minor criticism. As you might expect from any highly rated establishment, the meal was not cheap. For the two of us, the bill was around 600 euro. The majority of this was the meal itself, as the drinks were rather reasonably priced. All in all, if you're intent on treating yourself and others to a wonderful culinary evening, and cost is not a factor, I highly recommend Aan de Poel.

Recommend! Restaurant “Aan de Poel” is located conveniently off the highway in Amstelveen. After a warm welcome when you enter, staff is there to guide you to your table/ the terrace. Both are overlooking the lake and offer an incredible view Dining room. The room is comfortably decorated, with dark colored walls, high ceilings and thick curtains, color elements being the various plants and flowers. The seats (with armrests) are comfortable, and the table is nicely set up, with delicately thin wine glasses. Privacy-wise, the dining tables seem to be quite close together. Depending on your table, you are sitting rather close to your fellow diners (50 cm to 1m at certain tables). There is a large amount of tables in the restaurant, making it noisy. For a restaurant of this rating, more privacy would be expected? The food. The food is a-ma-zing. We had the signature menu. After getting seated and enjoying some treats, chef Stefan came to personally introduce himself along with the menu. Though perhaps small a gesture, personally i absolutely love this and it definitely improves the experience. Chef personally takes note of requests/allergies/etc, making us feel confident in our choices. All requests perfectly followed up at the table and throughout service, chapeau! Fantastically fresh fish and other ingredients, a true treat. Recommend: the Lobster & sauce, incredible. The Wagyu, especially the slow cooked parts, wow. Hats off to kitchen staff! Service. Overall service is good. Credits to the staff for kindness. Service was quick and efficient, especially early in the evening. Staff is really helping you to enjoy the evening. However, later in the evening, it became more “quiet” in regards to staff, up to a point where i found myself looking around before being able to get their attention. This was unexpected for a 2 star restaurant. These are details of course. Overall, we had an amazing experience visiting restaurant “Aan de Poel”. Credits for the Chef, Menu / Food was simply superb in quality. Though some minor feedback, I would recommend this restaurant. Please note, the photos do not do the dishes justice

Food 10/10 We ordered the five course Chef's Menu. They also had an eight-course Signature Menu, but we were way too stuffed after this one, I knew we would not have been able to fully enjoy the other longer meal. Each dish was beautifully presented and consisted of the freshest local ingredients, largely seafood Atmosphere 10/10 Absolutely STUNNING views over the lake, located in a quiet neighborhood near Amsterdam. Gazing out at the lake as we drank some champagne and enjoyed some amuse bouche was such a vibe. Spacious interior, all the details were super intricate and it was a great place to enjoy the sunset and gaze at the stars once the meal concluded. Service 10/10 Super accommodating service, friendly and not snobbish at all.

I was so excited for this experience, but was disappointed for multiple reasons. The service was lacking except for the sommelier, who was so kind and helpful with his recommendations. The water glass had a lip stain on it, and the servers missed bringing champagne glasses for multiple people. We were rarely checked on, the tasting menu was not cohesive and was not well thought out. The food was either too rich or lacking in flavor and left all of us feeling unfulfilled - we were unable to finish some of the dishes. I would've expected more out of a "two Michelin star" restaurant but obviously isn't the case. They forgot about multiple food allergies multiple times, and we had to correct them and send dishes back due to this. Towards the end, we heard the server mutter something under her breath when she was handing us the receipt. She was also unkind when we left, and no one asked how the experience/food was for us. I would not recommend, unfortunately.

I don't know what to tell you other than get the full signature menu with the wine pairings. We were fortunate to be in the area during outdoor seating weather. If you can, time your reservation with the sunset for that day so you can observe it over the lake. Service is exceptional otherwise they'd not have their stars. This has been a meal we almost cried for how perfect a dish was. Highly recommended.

Unfortunately for Aan De Poel, we came from another Michelin rated restaurant that far surpassed them in every aspect. When coming into a two starred establishment, we assumed it would be of a higher tier than to De Nederlanden's one. Every part of the meal, from service, food, and presentation, was all extremely disappointing. This experience has made me consider the validity of a restaurants Michelin stars. How could a one star be so vastly different than a two? Maybe this is one of those restaurant that may have slipped through the cracks. Definitely needs to be reevaluated by more patrons. The only reason I give any stars is to the sommelier of the night Rens. He suggested great pairings and we thoroughly enjoyed his recommendations and presence.

My fiancé and I came here for lunch while we were visiting Amsterdam - it was about a 20 minute drive from downtown and it was worth a trip, especially since we had beautiful weather and it was nice to sit outside. We had done a biking tour that morning so our reservation wasn't until 2 pm - it was packed at that time, and 1 other table sat down a little after us. While the food was amazing and great value (including the bottle of rose we ordered), the service was very weird and all over the place - we were ignored for many parts of our meal, and sometimes had to flag people down, so they need to really up their service game. Onto the tasting: The watermelon to start was very tasty, though it was tiny - just a bite. The lobster 2 ways appetizer was delicious, their take on a "fish and chips" The fish was very well seared with great flavors and pomegranate seeds that offered a nice sweetness and crunch The steak was well prepared and soft We decided to forgo dessert and instead got coffee and tea, which came with some petit fours - which were delicious. They were generally very good about gluten free things for my fiancé, except for the Petit fours where he couldn't have a couple of them. Overall, if you don't mind going out of your way a bit, this is a great place to have lunch on the water outside of Amsterdam - it was super easy to get an uber there and back.

Just a fabulous restaurant - maybe the best in Amsterdam and deserving of a third star - formal but down to earth - the highlight was a phenomenal sommelier who was incredibly talented

Aan De Poel is a 2-Michelin star restaurant located in the old part of Amstelveen, near the Gemeentehuis, and it is truly a hidden gem. Everything was amazing - the food, view, ambiance. Based on Dutch standards, it is a bit on the expensive side but having been to other Michelin star restaurants, their Chef's menu is a bargain at around 100 euros per person. I would love to come back here! One thing that wasn't so clear from their website was whether there was a dress code - the short answer is no. The vibe is effortlessly fancy and casual at the same time. Waiters wore jeans with blazers, and the chef was walking around in sneakers. Other notes - there is a bus (#241) that drops you off right outside. Otherwise there is plenty of parking in the surrounding area. Food: 5/5 We had the 6 course chef's menu, and this would be my recommendation. The menu this month was focused on seafood. Each dish was delicious and beautifully presented, with interesting flavor combinations and also good serving size. Naturally, they were so delicious I could have eaten a whole pot of any of the dishes, but unlike some fancy places, I left the restaurant very full and very happy. One fun thing is that if you order coffee or tea at the end, they roll up a cart with sweets you can choose from to go with your drink. So delicious! Service: 4/5 The service was very good, and our waitress was very attentive. Minus 1 point here because it took a bit longer to get the bill because they were busy with a wedding reception in the back. Atmosphere: 5/5 The restaurant is right on the water, and there is an outstanding view of the lake and sunset. I highly recommend sitting outside if it is warm. Value: 5/5 The chef's menu was 100 euros/pp, and I think that is a bargain for the quality you get.

This is just the god of culinary experience. Pls don't miss it. Restaurant is 2* and lives upto it's standard. Had been there several times in the past, however the best experience was during the covid times, they have this lovely drive in experience. Went in with 0 expectations and it just blew my mind off. You are asked to sit in your comforts of your car, your music and ur serverd with a 4 course delicious meal. Wow! I would take in any shit to sit in a restaurant, but being served a delicious Michelin star food is simply outstanding. Kudos to the team who are so attentive in making sure ur are being served appropriately and ur drinks are full ;). Love it. Will be back and people don't miss it. On the whole the whole experience takes about 3-4 hrs of unforgettable moments. They even give us this little lamp to improve the ambience. If ur having a tesla don't forget to turn on your romance fire place ;)

2 star Michelin restaurant hence expectations are raised. Simply one of the best taste experience I ever had. Had the six dishes menu, combinations of fish, meat, vegtables. Just fantastic, perfect taste combinations, stunning presentation. Each dish is like a little present.

This amazing restaurant is a little off the beaten path, but worth the trip. Everything is picture perfect, from the interior to the views through the windows to the water outside. If it were warm out, I'd be so very happy to have a beverage on the patio before being seated. The chef comes around to chat and let you know about the food for the day. If I had one suggestion it would be that he does NOT tell folks that the tasting menu is small portions. I get that he wants his guests to know they'll not get 3#'s of food on each plate, but as far as portions for any tasting menu they are actually generous. The tasting menu was fantastic, with flavor combinations that boggle my mind. The favorite bite for me was the Scallop and sweetbread course. The wine was amazing and reasonable The somollier knowledgeable and very friendly. The cost for 3 with cocktails and wine was about 700e, and I'd do it again tomorrow.

Stunning setting, stunning food, superb service and highly deserving of the 2 Michelin stars! The setting on the water is absolutely breathtaking, we were very lucky for a beautiful clear evening. The tasting menu was gorgeous, artful, and every bite was full of perfect flavor and a delicate balance! This restaurant is worth the trip, and for the level of service and quality of food, the price was very reasonable! Wine selection was great too! The service was amazing and the chef even came out to every table or brought food out himself. what a humble and talented chef!!! My husband took me as a birthday surprise, was a bit hesitant as it was out of the city but highly worth the drive and views from dinner!!!

For a 2 star Michlen restaurant it's a disappointment. While food is really good, I would expect nothing less for 160€ per person. Wine arrangement was very disappointing: on 5 wines, just 2 were good, one acceptable and two really cheap selection. Service got really bad. A table next to us started to order expensive whiskey during dinner, and it was clear where the attention of the waiters went. Very disappointing. If you want people who don't understand good food and good wine but have a fat wallet, that's what you are going to get. I wouldn't mind spending extra money for the service, but apparently our money isn't good enough.

The food is so beautiful you just want to look at it. True pieces of art on a plate! Really nice location and more than friendly staf. A good example for other restaurants.

What a gorgeous restaurant! If you get a chance, have a bite to eat outside on the water so you can watch the sunset. The tasting menu was really fantastic and the wine list was immense. The service was a little slow but the food was very beautiful and tasty.