De Ballenbar
Dutch restaurant · Kinkerbuurt ·

De Ballenbar

Dutch restaurant · Kinkerbuurt ·

Culinary bitterballen with unique fillings like tom kha kai

tasting platter
truffle
friendly service
local eats
small plates
dinner
seating
cozy atmosphere
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De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
De Ballenbar by null
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Hannie Dankbaarpassage 16, Stand 8, 1053 RT Amsterdam, Netherlands Get directions

€1–10

Restroom
Accepts reservations
Popular for lunch
Cozy
Good for solo dining

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Hannie Dankbaarpassage 16, Stand 8, 1053 RT Amsterdam, Netherlands Get directions

+31 20 261 9412
deballenbar.com
@deballenbar

€1–10

Features

•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Cozy
•Good for solo dining
•Touristy
•Credit card accepted
•Debit card accepted

Last updated

Jan 14, 2026

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10 Best Local Eats in Amsterdam | Condé Nast Traveler

"Picture London’s famous Borough Market, if it was set inside of an industrial-chic ex-tram depot (De Hallen), and you’ve got something like Foodhallen—the Netherlands’ first indoor food market. Steer past the global street-food stands and head straight for this super-sleek black stall—a twin of the owners’ festival-staple food truck without the wheels. You're here for the bitterballen (deep-fried Dutch meatballs) with offbeat fillings, like bouillabaisse, spicy, and sour tom kha kai. The five-flavor platter suits the greedy and the indecisive." - Clodagh Kinsella

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De Ballenbar

Angeline

Google
First time trying bitterballen and De Ballenbar's tasting platter gave me a good idea of the dish. The inside of each bitterballen is similar to that of a paste. The bitterballen sauce is reminiscent of a honey mustard. Love the little flags they put on the toothpicks :) also reasonably priced for a tasting platter. Overalll the meal was decent for tasting but it was a "once and done" kind of meal. I don't think I would get it a second time.

moji Y.

Google
It was a very interesting experience. The presentation was nice! I enjoyed the beef and truffle flavor

S D

Google
Great bitterballen selection. I enjoyed the tasting platter. Nathan is friendly and professional .Excellent customers service.

Tim D.

Google
I mean, the food itself is okay. It was served too hot, but the real issue was that the cook dropped my food and then said, “We clean our counter very often.” I had to insist that it be cooked again. That is not acceptable. For the owners: this happened today between 14:00 and 16:00.

Alex N.

Google
Great ways to try Dutch food, I got the platter which was great for €15. Well, at least it was the roast beef one with my favorite being the truffles and others. I would come back.

Denycia H.

Google
It's fine. Some of the flavors hit and some of them miss. I don't like that the beef is pureed rather than minced or an actual meatball.

Melanie J.

Google
On our first trip to Amsterdam, we knew we had to try bitterballen, and De BallenBar was the perfect place to experience them for the first time. These little bites absolutely lived up to the hype! The flavors were fantastic, with each ball perfectly crisp on the outside and creamy on the inside. While all the options were great, the truffle bitterballen stole the show—it was rich, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. They came with one sauce, but we opted to add the truffle mayo as well, which was the perfect pairing. The pricing felt reasonable and the ambiance was great considering it is inside a food hall so there were lots of drink options around us. Must try!

Luca S.

Google
good bitterballen inside the market. service can be definitely improved, but overall great experience.