Restaurant Bougainville

Fine dining restaurant · Oudezijde

Restaurant Bougainville

Fine dining restaurant · Oudezijde

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Dam 27, 1012 JS Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Avant-garde meat & seafood plates, creative East-West flavors  

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Dam 27, 1012 JS Amsterdam, Netherlands Get directions

+31 20 218 2182
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Bougainville

"In Bougainville, a top-class fine dining experience awaits you. Warm fabrics, luxurious design and bronze tones come together in a setting that is intimate and romantic. The contrast with the features of this historical building is indeed something to behold, and the magnificent view of Dam Square is equally remarkable. Tim Golsteijn's cuisine is in keeping with the sophisticated surroundings.He marries flavours from East and West with a creativity that is all his own. For this chef, technical skill and culinary instinct go hand in hand. He effortlessly balances the intensity of ingredients such as Thai green curry and za'atar spices with delicate French aromas. Chef Golsteijn does not shy away from daring combinations, but always ensures that the flavours enhance each other. A fine example of this is the perfectly pan-seared foie gras served with a Madeira wine jus and frozen raspberry pearls. An interplay of flavours, textures and temperatures that you won't be able to get enough of!Every visit to Bougainville brings a fascinating discovery. And it is made all the more exciting by the sommelier's amazing discoveries." - Michelin Inspector

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MICHELIN Guide Netherlands 2019 Selection

"For lovers of good food in luxury surroundings, Bougainville in Amsterdam, and Voltaire in Leersum are absolute musts." - The MICHELIN Guide

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MICHELIN Guide Netherlands 2019 Selection

"For lovers of good food in luxury surroundings, Bougainville in Amsterdam." - The MICHELIN Guide

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Haniel Martino

Google
Unpretentious fine dining at its best. Cozy atmosphere, excellent food, with the expected steep prices to follow. The chef’s signature selection with drinks will run about $300 pp, but the experience itself is well worth it. The care, craft and marriage of flavors all lives up to the hype. Also, what hype? Apart from its Michelin star, this restaurant shows why it earned it and more.

中尾桶屋

Google
I felt Asian influence a lot. For Japanese people, Asian food can be boring. The Asian flavors here were sophisticated. I would have liked to have had French food, but these may be satisfactory for many guests. The way the fish was cooked, I think, was well done. The sommelier was good, not intrusive and positive in his assessment of the wines. Staff were not sometimes attentive but were fine overall.

Lawrence

Google
Great food and amazing wine pairing with amazing sommelier! Just what you would expect from a Michelin restaurant! Extensive wine list with 5000 bottles wine is cellar! Food flavors do not have a very consistent theme, a bit too many elements from all over the world. Some of the dish have very over powering ingredients such as the roast pistachio.

Elisabet Garcia

Google
This resturant was amazing from checking out coats, pulling out our chairs and giving details on everything about the food. The food and cocktails were out of this world. If you are a true foodie and love exquisite things, this is the place. We did the a la carte. No meal in Amsterdam beat this meal. The Pornstar cocktail and the souffle are a perfect way to end the meal.

Jennifer Lee

Google
Excellent food and world class service. It was not too salty which is a common problem with fine dining. The wine pairing made this place exceptional for us though! Very cool where they let you experience the wine first then tell you about it after. I think one of the best things about this finding restaurant was the wine tasting experience

Chi Chi3

Google
First, I’m a dummy and booked for the wrong night but they still fit us in-so that was nice! Second, this is our 10th Michelin restaurant and the reviews had me worried about the food profiles being boring—but they were so wrong. We did the Chef’s Signature Menu + Bougainville oysters and everything was on point! Don’t be scared of the popcorn caviar, it is one of the best things I’ve ever eaten. The espresso cocktail is amazing! Pictures don’t do it justice but this place definitely deserves their star!⭐️

Dominick M

Google
The Bougainville is a lovely place with a wonderful atmosphere. It’s one of those places that stands out, particularly for its outstanding service, thanks to a truly remarkable team. The waiting time was acceptable, not perfect, but certainly not long enough to complain about. As for the food, I had mixed feelings. While the presentation of the dishes was undeniably artistic and impressive, the flavors didn’t quite meet my expectations. For example, the main course was cooked rarer than I’m used to, which made it difficult for me to enjoy fully. This may be more reflective of my personal preferences than the quality of the dish itself. The staff was attentive and responsive, clearly committed to ensuring a good experience for their guests. However, at that point, I decided not to request a replacement dish. The atmosphere was another highlight. It was tastefully decorated, calm, and quiet enough to have a comfortable conversation with friends or loved ones. If you’re someone who enjoys gastronomic cuisine and values attentive service, it’s worth giving The Bougainville a try. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.

Nicolas Rincon

Google
Even though we only had breakfast at Restaurant Bougainville inside Hotel TwentySeven, we opted for the Breakfast Experience—and it was absolutely to die for! The sheer variety of options was overwhelming in the best way possible, with every dish crafted to perfection. From the impeccable service to the top-quality ingredients, everything exceeded our expectations. By the end of our meal, we genuinely regretted not making a dinner reservation. Next time, it won’t just be breakfast—we’ll be back for the full experience!

Lourdes R.

Yelp
Great service Delicious food with beautiful presentation and tastes. Chic ambiance.
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Erik S.

Yelp
Incredible, really recommend the tasting menu, service was top notch Would recommend for any occasion
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Andrew L.

Yelp
Went to Bougainville for dinner to celebrate a birthday and had a wonderful experience. We were seated at the Chef's Table which was a real treat. Meeting Chef Golsteijn and interacting with him and his staff as each dish came out was truly terrific. Everyone was friendly and the service was impeccable. The dishes were creative and wonderfully prepared and presented. We had a seven-course meal (plus an extra dessert) and there wasn't a miss. Though we weren't seated there, the main dining room also looked very nice - elegant with a great ambiance. Highly recommend!
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Michael S.

Yelp
7pm reservation for 2, arrived at 655pm. First ones to sit for that timeframe, it seems? Missus rates this a 4.3/5. Ordered a drink - la vie en rose. Sweet - nice taste - great for the early courses. Second drink was "Bee's knees" - tasted like "lemonade" - I thought it was more like a lemon drop, but it's still good! Four 'premeal appetizers' First was watermelon that was marinated Second was Thai green curry on a small seaweed cracker Third was a caviar spoon Fourth one was basmati rice foam with coconut and split peas, matcha on top. Really interesting! This finished around 745pm - looks like we'll be here for a bit! (guessing 2.5-3 hours) Tasting Menu notes below (listed in menu order - Also actual served order) Course 1: Wild Seabass Two types - kibbelling (fried) and ceviche (running beans, jalapeño) Missus liked both. I liked the temperature of the kibbelling - perfect - very well made. The ceviche reminded me of a tender red snapper - the extra flavours really jump out at you. Course 2: Zucchini Flower Green sauce is spring onion; brown is miso Fennel, garlic, zucchini, bell pepper Temperature was the same as the body - not cold! Missus said that if this were a family-style big dish she'd eat it all. Course 3: Lobster Macadamia nut and water chestnut for crunchiness (bottom); crescent beets, Harissa for spice, brown butter on the bottom Missus really likes lobster: "Dutch really know how to cook seafood" I asked the staff how it was made - the lobster is fresh (killed at 5pm) - probably contributes most to the "freshness" of the dish. Course 4: Veal Veal covered in flour and crispy short rib; Emulsion with balsamic vinegar. Veal with Baba ghanoush, roasted eggplant, and some kind of reduction (sauce). Tasted Mediterranean, kind of? Missus thought this was ok, but a bit salty for her taste. Course 5: Dutch Lamb - theme is Turkey - hummus, Lebanese bread, back of the neck of the lamb. Chanterelle mushrooms Aged 10 days - smell mostly gone Missus (usually not ok with lamb) thought texture was great, didn't have lamb flavour - which she personally liked. Some of the dishes has the same cranberry sauce used in many places. Course 6: Strawberry & Sakura Strawberries - frozen and dried. Missus thought it was refreshing, liked the chocolate underlayer, but it was ok. Didn't really understand the liquid / mixed ingredients. The sorbet on the top was neutral flavour - didn't add anything to the raw dish. Music background is ambient, but expansive (in terms of eras covered) - anything from Lionel Ritchie to Phil Collins, Simple Minds (don't you forget about me), Lee Fields (ladies) Interesting serving technique - usually two people bring you the food (not always same two) - and one stays behind to explain (the other smoothly walks away) I noticed that others getting the wine pairing. The cups weren't as full as others, but you could tell the difference between the red wine pairings and white wine pairings. Random time check: 907pm (2 hours in) - still not at the last of the "mains" - so probably here for 3-3.5 hours, given how slow the food is. 931pm - lamb is done, but still waiting for course 6 (dessert). Somewhat disappointing how spaced out the dishes are. The other tables had staggered start times, so nobody started later than 830pm, but it felt like there was only one seating.
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Mina G.

Yelp
Came here for dinner. Nice hospitality from entrance to our table. Decor is modern with pop figures on the wall, which isn't my style but whatever. Their menu they have 2, actually. A regular cheap and a chefs that's almost double the price. Some menu items overlap while chefs menu has greater hits. Both come in 5 or 6 courses and with wine pairing. I tried the chefs menu with wine pairing. Nice surprise that they bring out a couple of appetizers before the menu starts. They were all delicious. Meal as expected was very tasty, and the wine pairings were great although heavier on white wines. Also, the truffle old fashion on the cocktail menu is very tasty and unique.
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Cody J.

Yelp
Amazing service and food - incredible experience. Do the tasting menu! Everything was unique and delicious.
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C Y.

Yelp
Excellent food and service! The wait staff were all very friendly and welcoming and not pretentious and made it very approachable for people that are not used to fine dining. The food was excellent- some were more my style than others but they all tasted great and the presentation was amazing. We had the six course dinner. If you have the time and can afford it I would highly recommend.
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Alexander Y.

Yelp
After doing significant research on Michelin-starred restaurants in Amsterdam, we settled on going to Restaurant Bougainville as it looked like much better value than the Michelin two star restaurants we researched. Also didn't hurt that TripAdvisor rated it the #1 restaurant in the entire city! The food here is extremely creative and well-made, with extreme levels of attention to detail. You can tell how much thought goes into every dish. My favorite dish from both a presentation standpoint and tastiness standpoint was the lobster. Other hits for me were the codfish, plaice fillet, and duck. Service was amazing, as to be expected from a MIchelin one star restaurant. Our server, Lendl, took great care of us. Each dish came accompanied with a lengthy explanation of what was in it. Restaurant Bougainville certainly provides the complete full service dining experience. An amazing meal for a relatively affordable price. If I had something similar to this back home in the U.S., I would most certainly be paying over $200/pp. Definitely worth trying again!
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Sterling M.

Yelp
Absolutely fantastic Breakfast Experience today. It was a fun, creative and delicious dishes. There were some familiar items but others that I wasn't expecting. The restaurant was able to accommodate my wife's food choices and exceptions. We were very grateful for that. The restaurant also offers an expansive cocktails and drinks menu. Their mixologist is quite creative and had some fun combinations. Miguel, our guide for the dining, couldn't have been sweeter. He truly made the experience magical. The kitchen staff blew us away. Bravo!
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Evan R.

Yelp
Where to begin? What a stunning experience. We were treated so well from the moment we walked in the door. We were greeted and seated at a lovely table by the Window to Dam Square. We had some bubbles while we settled in and some incredible Amuse Bouches to get our palates awake and refreshed. We opted for the 6 course menu plus some oysters to start. Of Course we had to do the wine pairing which is always a great idea to see what direction they want to take you. It did not disappoint at all. We had the oysters prepared both ways (classic and Bougainville style) excellent. The kingfish was delicious, as was each dish, Scallop, Rutabaga, quail and venison... all the way through the delicious dessert. The wine pairings were great, instead of telling you what you were drinking at the beginning that would wait until you were already pairing the wine with each dish and then show you the wine. I really enjoyed that, it left you free to just experience the wine and food together without preconceived notions (it was also fun to try to guess the wines) the pourings were ample as was the food. We left at the end of the evening very happy, full but not over full and with a lovely wine sweet spot. I need to mention that the entire team, we had 5 maybe 6 folks waiting on us and they all were spot on. We highly recommend Bougainville and will certainly make it a stop on the next trip back to Amsterdam.

Parker K.

Yelp
The staff and the food! Omg will absolutely be coming back here. Melody the asst SOMM was amazing. The whole team...Bravo. As Americans not knowing where to eat In Amsterdam last minute this was a gem. Food was beautiful and delicious. We were even trying to rank this with some other Michelin multi star places. Definitely hits above a 1 star!

Eric L.

Yelp
Michelin 1 star restaurant. Food was delicious, service was good, restaurant was nice, and wine pairing was great.
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Jordan H.

Yelp
I did the 6 course tasting menu. All 6 courses kept getting better as the meal went on. The 2nd course of the potato dish was my favorite dish of the whole meal, it was sweet salty and just melted in your mouth. Combined with the atmosphere with the low lights and the calming music, it enhanced the flavors of the food and the conversation our party had. The wait staff talked through every dish and was there to cater any need we had. This was a place I would go once a month.

Heidi T.

Yelp
Underwhelmed. Was not a fan of most of the dishes. While there were a lot of servers present, seemed unorganized and not consistent. I have never been to a restaurant of this caliber that left a dish on table while one member of the two person party was not present. We were never offered another drink when taking empty glasses. Seemed to be ignored when we were not interested in wine. Disappointing meal for the price.

Matthew S.

Yelp
Wow! Just wow! Lets start with the service, The service here was literally the best service I have ever had in my entire life, the servers were so in sync with each other, extremely friendly and helpful. You can tell they enjoy their job and enjoy their customers. You couldn't even get up to use the restroom without one of them running to Open the door for you while the other folds your napkins. The mood for was fancy with a warm welcoming homey feeling. Reverts to them caring about us actually being there. Nice views and nice music. Not overally crowded or loud either 10/10 Finally the food. I maybe no professional chef but I'm hard to please when it comes to me saying wow that was amazing but just about every dish was absolutely incredible. The food melted in your mouth and had many different flavors throughout the bite. Each dish also had a different style and flavor If i make it back to Amsterdam and feel like doing a repeat Michelin star, this will definitely be the place I go to and will certainly be the place I brag about to my friends. I have been to a few Michelin stars now but this one takes 1st place
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Jennifer D.

Yelp
When you enter the restaurant you kind of get an eyes wide shut feel and the ambiance is awesome. The wine pairings are excellent and the food is even better. The service is great (it's like team service). I highly recommend this spot.

Morris J.

Yelp
Strong consideration. Service considerate and respectful. Food wonderful as well as presentation. Thought venison a little different from overall 5 course menu. Ambience excellent. Easy access from tram
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Anelya S.

Yelp
We love the TwentySeven bar and when we read that Bougainville got a well deserved Michelin star we decided to dine here tonight. Is on the top floor of the hotel, the portier downstairs will take care of your coat, and you will take elevator to the dining room. We started off with a glass of vintage Champagne, selected 7 course meal with 1/2 glass wine pairing for each, as we are here to taste the food and not to get to intoxicated. For that we go to the bar Twenty Seven. The wait staff was like playing orchestra! All our meals were served simultaneously, and the table was cleaned up in the same manner. Food was creative, well prepared, and perfect portions. I truly enjoyed the dinner here. Total for 2 people was €385 which I find to be a good price for the outstanding quality dinner we had
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John M.

Yelp
Highly recommend. My wife and i have been to many Michelin star restaurants and this one exceeded our expectations.

Joe C.

Yelp
We went there this summer and had an absolutely exquisite dining experience. I have eaten at some 3 star Michelin restaurants which weren't nearly as good. From the moment we arrived, to the moment we left, the service, the food and the wine were extraordinary. Bravo!!
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Lori W.

Yelp
Quite simply, one of the best meals and experiences we have ever had. Our other standout is Silvio Nickol in Vienna. Why we loved this One Star Michelin estaurant: -unpretentious - very welcoming. From the minute we walked through the gorgeous doors at Hotel Twenty Seven and were greeted and taken up the elevator, we knew hospitality was top of mind with them. Personal attention throughout our entire meal. -The view, the luxurious booths, the artwork and the well dressed staff. -The food. Simply the best. Outstanding service, knowledge and genuine hospitality- not forced. They want you to have a great time. Every dish served with the flourish of a hand, expertly plated and oh, the flavors. Some beautiful dishes taste bland...here...quite the opposite. I wanted ot ask for more! -Executive Chef stopped by our table and my fiance had included his chef/restaurant owner on the reservation - low key. We shoudn't have been surprised that the staff had researched my fiance and was genuinely interested in his restaurants and background. He asked if we wanted to see the kitchen after dinner. We really wanted to and by the time we finished, it was so late we didn't want to bother them. Next time - yes! -Wine Director Lendl popped by our table to chat and his experience is vast. We only had one bottle of outstanding Riesling yet he treated us like we had ordered a bottle of Chateau Margaux! What a treat- we feel so fortunate to have dined here.