Rijks
Fine dining restaurant · Museumkwartier ·
Michelin-starred eatery with inventive Dutch-inspired cuisine
Michelin-starred eatery with inventive Dutch-inspired cuisine
"Joris Bijdendijk has put the Rijksmuseum's gem of a restaurant on the map with his highly personal culinary approach, working predominantly with homegrown vegetables spiced with the exotic influences that characterise Dutch cuisine. He whisks his diners away on a unique culinary adventure. Having been completely revamped and done out in natural materials, the interior has a warm feel and creates an even more immersive experience. RIJKS® is a reflection of the bustling city of Amsterdam. The sophistication of the well-considered dishes is immediately striking. With one mind-blowing idea after another, this is captivating and intriguing cuisine. Take his signature dish, which features a millefeuille made of slivers of beetroot, which is beautifully earthy and slightly sweet, finished with a rich beurre blanc elevated with Tomasu soy sauce and fresh parsley oil – simplicity at its most delicious! At Rijks, you will discover Dutch gastronomy 2.0." - Michelin Inspector
"The latest scientific research shows that 9 out of 10 museum restaurants suck, but Rijks is the exception. Instead of pricey salads and poncho-covered tour groups, you’ll find fashionable locals going in on tasting menus at this modern Dutch restaurant. Despite the popularity of the set menu, our move here is to order a la carte. Order one of their platters, like their chicken dish that comes presented on a brass sculpture of chicken legs, and a few plates like beetroot millefeuille and BBQ leek to share while you wait. If you’re spending a high culture day in Museumkwartier, a meal at Rijks makes for the perfect break or ending." - Paolo Española
"A one-Michelin-starred restaurant with a distinctively Dutch menu, where Richard Ekkebus collaborated with executive chef Joris Bijdendijk." - Kenneth Goh
"Adjacent to the famed Rijksmuseum, this restaurant has garnered praise—and a Michelin star—for its inventive, Dutch-influenced cuisine that emphasizes locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. Given the Netherlands’ proximity to the North Sea, the menu leans heavily on seafood—Zeeland oysters and mussels are particular standouts—but its chef, Joris Bijdendijk, also has a way with vegetables, bringing out their full flavor in dishes like spit-roasted celeriac or a beautifully composed tribute to Dutch beans. There’s a six-course tasting menu priced at €67.50 (around $80) and an abbreviated three-course lunch menu for €37.50 (around $45). Reservations are recommended."
"No first-time visitor should come to Amsterdam without visiting the Rijksmuseum , home to several masterpieces by the Dutch Masters. Now, thanks to Michelin-starred Rijks, the food at the museum is as good as the art. The dishes by chef Joris Bijdendijk are playful yet precise and usually include a few international ingredients (think fermented celeriac embellished with coconut and sambal). The wine list features bottles from around the world but also includes a few surprising choices from the Netherlands. In keeping with the Dutch theme, they also offer several Dutch beers, as well as jenever." - Meredith Bethune
