MOS

What a pleasant dining experience. Greeted at the door for my birthday with a kind smile and took my coat. The waiters could have been slightly more attentive to cleaning the crumbs off the table after each course and filling our glasses more regularly. Worth noting is that the dining room area is very loud and I didn't love that aspect of things. I think that the restaurant could do a better job of trying to dampen the sound reverberation to make a more intimate setting. The chef did an excellent job with his courses which were diverse and very enjoyable on the palate. I especially commend him for making substitutions based on dietary restrictions and still making exceptional dishes out of the permissable ingredients. I greatly appreciate the chef for taking time out of the kitchen briefly to take a picture with us. I would come back here.

The food is absolutely amazing and well balanced. Great atmosphere and the people are very kind. 100% a recommendation. Reserve upfront at the Interparking. It’s a 5 min walk.

MOS was a good fine dining experience starting from the staff and environment. Located next to the water, the restaurant is a ln open space with two stories designed with a boutique feel. The staff was attentive enough though different people were explaining and serving dishes and some dishes were explained better than others. Each dish highlight local meats and produce while having Asian flavor influences as well which made some of the dishes interesting.

We went to MOS for a six-course dinner and were absolutely amazed! The view of the IJ river, top-notch service, and food leave nothing more to be desired - We will be back for sure!

MOS, Amsterdam » My visit: Oct 2024 » Total score: 4.7/5 – very good » Comment: I really enjoyed the food and the wines. As for the food, I would particularly highlight an outstanding intermediate course with sweetbread and the no less outstanding main course with beef. Concerning the wines, I would highlight an outstanding Chardonnay from the Mâconnais. The MOS fully met my very high expectations. If I happen to come to Amsterdam again, I will definitely consider another visit to this gourmet restaurant. 1|116|66 ===== My ratings for this gourmet restaurant in detail: ●● Service – 4.8/5 – very good: ● Hospitality, friendliness, obligingness, etc.: 4.8/5 ● Atmosphere, temper, facilitation, etc.: 4.8/5 ●● Food – 4.8/5 – very good: ● Flavors (range, depth, composition, harmony/balance, etc.): 4.8/5 ● Level (thoroughness, craftsmanship, originality, exclusivity, variety of impressions, consistency/diversity, etc.): 4.8/5 ● Choices: 4.7/5 ●● Beverages, mainly the wines – 4.8/5 – very good: ● Taste (depth/range, length, complexity, balance, accessibility, elegance, intensity/subtlety, etc.): 4.8/5 ● Level (variety/novelty of impressions, consistency/diversity, exclusivity, etc.): 4.8/5 ● Did the beverages (mainly the wines) match the dishes?: 4.8/5 ● Choices: 4.2/5 ●● Presentation of the food – 4.3/5 – good: ● Textures and (differences in) temperatures: 4.6/5 ● Colors and decorations: 3.6/5 ● Timing and sequencing as well as sizes of portions: 4.9/5 ● Special effects (positionings, DIY-effects, sculptural or thematic elements, surprises, color and motion effects, fake effects, olfactory effects, fog or smoke effects, etc.): 3.1/5 ● Procedures at and around the table (attunements and explanations, elements added/changed, service and staffing intensity, involvement of kitchen team, orchestrated dish presentations, preparations and dishes (partially) built up at the table, etc.): 4.7/5 ●● Presentation of beverages, mainly the wines – 4.9/5 – outstanding: ● Procedures at and around the table (explanations and attunements, etc.): 4.9/5 ● Quantities poured as well as timing in relation to the dishes: 4.9/5 ●● Premises and location – 4.6/5 – still very good: ● Accessibility, surroundings and - as applicable - the view: 4.8/5 ● How did I like the room or - as applicable - outdoor area’s style, decor and atmosphere?: 4.8/5 ● Well-being (space, privacy, temperature, ventilation/odors, lighting, soundscape, sanitary facilities, etc.): 4.4/5 ●● Price – 4.7/5 – very good: ● Price-performance ratio for food: 4.8/5 ● Price-performance ratio for wines and other beverages: 4.8/5 ● Price transparency and correspondence of the expected to the actual price (simple, complete and unambiguous price information on the restaurant's website and in the menu, etc.): 4.4/5

Lovely experience! We went for the 5 course menu and every dish was outstanding. The presentation, the combination of flavors, textures, etc. everything was finely balanced. We chose the wine pairing and each one was better than the previous, from good to spectacular. The food and the wines were in great harmony. Last but not least, the people , waiters and Danilo, the sommelier, made us feel very confortable, far from the rigidity sometimes found in Michelin start restaurants. Definately It is worth spending a bit more...

Super Nice People serving amazing (really amazing) dishes - the View is All cool – Big Big Big recommendation to all Amsterdam Visitors and Tourist

5 course lunch menu. All dishes are amazing. The river view from the windows is a delight to the eye. I had great dining experience here. Highly recommend Mos to everyone who enjoys seafood and fine dining.

I went during lunch when it wasn't very busy. The meal was very pleasant and since the weather was nice, the view of the water was great. There were european and asian flavors but overall each dish was pretty solid.

I finally visited Mos Amsterdam. The experience exceeded all expectations. Innovative and flavorful dishes, paired with incredible service. The views are great of the IJ. Definitely will be back often when in Amsterdam.

This place is excellent! One of my favorite places in Amsterdam! Every dish was unique and creative packed with flavor. Definitely will be coming back here in the future.

The Michelin Star is well deserved. Everything was amazing, and the attention to detail by staff was great. My companion for lunch was pregnant - the staff kindly pointed out that they could accommodate everything to ensure it fit within her dietary needs, and they lightly confirmed this every time they brought a plate out to quell any concerns from her end. It was very kind of them, and it was the highest quality food on top of the service!

My only regret is that we were so loopy (our first night in Amsterdam) we forgot to bring cash for tips for the wonderful staff. For you Americans who are wondering what to do... 10% in cash left on the table after the meal is probably fine. They don't typically offer you the opportunity to add your tip to the credit card total.. So to MOS Amsterdam- mea culpa, mea culpa... But to make up I can offer this- the food we had here was THE BEST MEAL we've had since dining at State Bird Provisions in San Francisco several years ago. Don't get me wrong, we've had absolutely wonderful meals in all the places we've been (and of course we live in the food mecca that is Manhattan) but MOS Amsterdam could easily best the finest, fine dining, Michelin-starred, highly heralded "institution" in NYC any day of the week (and three times on Sunday). To wit...the sheer audacity of the flavor combinations kept us guessing all night long. Every aspect of every dish (we had the tasting menu) was its own masterpiece. You could take what looked like a minor part of your dish, taste it on its own, and be totally blown away. I feel like I should leave you in suspense so you can taste it for yourself if you happen to be in Amsterdam (check out the pictures ;). But I think I'll leave you with this- I'm not a mackerel fan, or a pistachio fan (actually don't like pistachio on its own), or raw fish fan really AT ALL... but I ate all three in one dish on one plate... and it took every aspect of my being to keep myself from licking that plate. If I had one complaint--- why do you have a bar if you don't have a bartender??? But enjoyed my G&T's just the same. Why this place is not on everyone's "Best of..." list I have no clue... try it and let me know if you disagree.

First Michelin restaurant and it was well worth it. The views, the food, the service, everything was phenomenal.

Everything was beyond fantastic. We were seated on the second floor and had a great view. Since we were there for a business dinner, the menu was a fixed tasting menu. We were greeted with champagne and dinner was paired with the amazing wines. The wait staff did an excellent job explaining each dish as it was placed on the table. Each dish was beautifully plated like a masterpiece and had layers of flavor. I can't say enough about how amazing this dinner was.

The food was spectacular, so was the service and our view was of the Amsterdam harbor. What could be better than that?

This place is amazing! What an adventurous dining experience. The chef is intimately involved - he came to our table 2-3 times to insure the quality and taste of our food as well as provide background info on what the inspiration was for each course. I had the best Chianti wine I have ever had at this restaurant. The service is excellent - you are promptly greeted at the door by all the staff and the hostess will hang your coat personally. It's too hard to explain which one was my favorite - the tastes were so diverse. Check out the photos and admire the art and presentation of this meal. I highly recommend this place for anyone visiting Amsterdam. It seems to be very well known by locals but not tourists.

We were looking forward to this restaurant based on the reviews and my research, but the overall experience fell short. It was not the food. While there could have been more greens, the protein based dishes - we ordered exclusively seafood - were exceptional, albeit a bit rich. Also a plus that the head chef visited our table to discuss the menu. Where MOS fell flat was the service. Despite booking well in advance through a local well known hotel, we were seated in the back In a traffic area. Better options existed. While I get the tag team approach to table service, it was way too casual at MOS. Diners at this level of restaurant need to know one particular server is looking out for them. We were left feeling abandoned at times. The sommelier circled our table repeatedly and never introduced himself. Would recommend Taiko and Bolenius for a more complete and special experience.

Good food and service. Well deserved 1 Michelin Star but still room for improvements. We did the six course tasting menu with a few wine pairings. I liked that you can pick and choose which courses you'd like to have a pairing with and it wasn't an all or nothing option.

I've had the distinct pleasure of dining at MOS on a few occasions and have to say it's consistently one of the best dining experiences I've had. Chef Egon is extremely accomplished and his inventive menus never disappoint. I can't really recommend any one dish as the menu changes so much but I will say to make sure you do one of the tasting courses and leave room for dessert. Unlike many Michelin starred restaurants, MOS leaves pretension out of the mix and actually gives guests a substantial amount of food. It's a breath of fresh air. For wine, look no further than to Henry, then resident sommelier at MOS. He really knows his stuff and can offer you a variety of suggestions that will pair easily with your entire meal. I would highly recommend a wine pairing dinner if you have the time for it. It's truly amazing. MOS is an exquisitely designed restaurant with comforting tones of green and blue accented with touches of copper. The decor reflects the beauty of the waterfront on which the restaurant is situated on and manages to be inviting yet stylish. Pay attention to the dish ware used as well, you'll definitely want to sneak some home with you (but please don't!). I know that Amsterdam has its fair share of amazing places to eat but be sure to add MOS to the top of your list. You will not be disappointed.

Another wonderful restaurant in Amsterdam. Awesome service, both the head chef and owner came and greeted every table. Formal but not stuffy, great location with amazing views. The tasting menu transitioned nicely with a refreshing finish. Every dish was matched with perfection. Great experience.

Amazing dining experience in Amsterdam. We sat outside in beautiful weather with perfect ambiance. The servers were so accommodating of a gluten free allergy- every single server would confirm how the dish was gluten free without even needing to be asked, providing ultimate confidence. The chef individually comes out to greet you as you start your dinner. In terms of the food, it was top notch. Really creative and innovative dishes with lots of complex play in flavors and especially textures of the food. We couldn't stop saying wow with each bite of every dish. We really loved literally every single aspect of the meal. We did the 6 course with wine pairing. It was a lot of food and full pour wines. Maybe a 4 course would have sufficed but I am glad to have tasted all that they had to offer. I highly recommend the place. It definitely rivals and exceeds several three star Michelin's I've been to.

Beautiful scenery accompanied by an exceptional meal. The chef came out & talked with each table, explaining different courses. We had the 6-course menu which included various fish & poultry. Some in our party decided on the wine pairing. It was so fun seeing the colorful dishes, and sampling all the food. Everything was presented artfully, and tasted wonderful. We enjoyed the whole experience. The entire staff was pleasant, informative and personable. It was a very memorable night.