Ron Gastrobar

Fine dining restaurant · Willemspark

Ron Gastrobar

Fine dining restaurant · Willemspark

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Sophialaan 55, 1075 BP Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Innovative European tapas, dry-aged steaks, gin & tonics  

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Sophialaan 55, 1075 BP Amsterdam, Netherlands Get directions

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Sophialaan 55, 1075 BP Amsterdam, Netherlands Get directions

+31 20 496 1943
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Ron Gastrobar

"Ron Blaauw is something of a culinary mastermind. In 2013, the popular chef transformed his two-MICHELIN-starred restaurant into this down-to-earth gastrobar, and it was an instant success. This hip urban establishment offers a diverse atmosphere in which to discover chef Blaauw's relaxed fine dining concept.Eschewing any unnecessary frills, the focus lies squarely on original combinations and distinct flavours. Here, you can enjoy simple yet imaginative cuisine that is intelligent, elaborate and bold. Think veal sweetbreads cooked in time-honoured tradition, a spicy blend of lentils, textures of pumpkin and yoghurt with lime zest for body and freshness. The dishes here are brimming with flavour. The impressive menu features classics such as beef Wellington, vegetarian options and premium produce such as wagyu and turbot cooked on the barbecue, as well as an amazing onion Martini (with a Comté foam). You will likely want to order the lot! At Ron Gastrobar, the flavours of the Amsterdam metropolis come alive." - Michelin Inspector

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20 Best Restaurants in Amsterdam | Condé Nast Traveler

"In 2013, Amsterdam star chef Ron Blaauw closed his two-Michelin-starred restaurant and reopened this more easygoing spot in its stead. Since then, the Gastrobar has been setting the tone for Amsterdam's unpretentious, next-gen dining scene. There's a mix of expertly executed small plates, like dim sum-style shrimp dumplings in shiitake and chorizo broth. But the restaurant is really known for its dry-aged steaks and gin and tonics." - Meredith Bethune

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Nayeli Vazquez

Google
The food here was absolutely amazing—one of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had. The quality was exceptional, it’s easily one of the top places we’ve visited. What really stood out was the ambience. This was our second Michelin restaurant, and the difference was obvious right from the start. Unlike some Michelin spots that can feel a bit formal or intimidating, this one has a more laid-back, approachable atmosphere. Which makes it perfect for anyone who wants a high-quality Michelin-starred meal without the pressure of an overly upscale environment. Highly recommend—we’ll definitely be back!

Audrey S

Google
Everything was phenomenal! It was our first experience in a Michelin star restaurant, and Ron did not disappoint. Every dish was made with love and attention to detail, and we got to experience flavours like never before. Our server Anna was very friendly, polite and enthusiastic, and seemed to actively want us to have the best experience possible, we absolutely loved her. Thank you for welcoming us, and best wishes from Quebec, Canada ❤️

Bepo Mrcelic

Google
Absolutely amazing dinning experience for 4. Every dish we have tried was delicious and immaculate. We recommend to try every dish shown below on photos, they were all unbelieveably tasty. Hospitality was outstanding. Definitely deserving of its Michelin star. We're certainly coming back again!

Pantea Cosmin

Google
Ron Gastrobar was a truly interesting experience. For a Michelin-starred restaurant, it perfectly combines hospitality, taste, and 'fair' prices. For two and a half hours, we felt a little taste of perfection. The staff was very kind, paying attention to every detail from the moment we entered until we left, ensuring everything was elegant, discreet, and well-organized. We also had the chance to try some unique cocktails, with some out-of-the-box combinations, but very well-balanced. I warmly recommend Ron Gastrobar for any special occasion. It truly made our holiday extra special! :)

Rich Workman

Google
The most casual Michelin-star restaurant I’ve been to and it was a refreshing change from the usual. Approachable fine dining that was delicious and served with thoughtfulness. The four-course tasting menu was well balanced and satisfying. Service with personality. Highly recommend.

Diego

Google
All the food is amazing. Michelin star quality without any pretence. Friendly and down to earth service.

Elena Djukic

Google
I got a 4 course menu, as curated by the chef. All the courses were amazing, finishing with the rice pudding dessert. The staff is really friendly and atmosphere amazing. Would definitely recommend.

Joel Thong

Google
Service will a smile, service staff are a delight! Food was great, portions are modest though Had 2 wonderful bottles, rounding off the night beautifully Loved the old school playlist too

Lauren U.

Yelp
Enjoy your magical evening at Ron Gastrobar. When researching places to eat in Amsterdam, Ron Gastrobar didn't pop up and I'm surprised. We only found it because a local brought us there. It's a Michelin star restaurant and deserves it. I checked later and it has $$$$, I felt the prices were reasonable and those dollar signs shouldn't stop you. First, we enjoyed some "snacks" appetizers and then chose the 4 course chef's menu. I'm so glad we did, each course was beautifully presented and was delicious. They even accommodated my lactose free dietary restrictions. I loved they served our food on traditional Dutch Delft Blue plates. We lost track of time during our dining experience and spent almost 3 hours there.
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Jaycee Q.

Yelp
Unfortunately this was probably the only time I've ever had bad service. It took over an hour to get the entree and they were rude. We tried to be nice but they weren't friendly in return. The M star wasn't worth it.
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Gabriela A.

Yelp
Such an amazing experience. This place indulges all your senses. This place is an absolute must!
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Greg M.

Yelp
I can't say enough about what a gem of an eatery this place is. Ron Gastropub came highly recommended by some friends with excellent taste, so I knew it would be a winner. It exceeded my every expectation. Incredibly cool vibe. World-class service from every staff member, from hostess, to server to bartender. And the food, oh the food... worthy of a Michelin-rated chef. We dined on the white asparagus, romaine salad, lobster and spareribs. Every dish was executed to perfection. Super creative and beyond delicious. The menu changes with local availability, but I'm confident that anything offered will be outstanding, so make a reservation and go!
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Jim S.

Yelp
Fantastic food, great service, was very impressed. The scallop starter is amazing and highly recommended. We order several dishes and shred around the table, the steaks were the best I've had in Amsterdam. This will be added to my list of annual stops.
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Loni M.

Yelp
I was in Amsterdam for my sister's birthday and we wanted to go to a nice restaurant that would give us a great dining experience. Ron Gastrobar came highly suggested and we decided to go to the michelin star restaurant. Reservations fill up quick so beware. I believe they open up reservations a month at a time. The ambiance is gorgeous from the outside walking in and the hostess was very kind and friendly guiding us to our seat. Caviar and eggs - 10/10. Definitely recommend! I don't even like eggs but something about the way they made it and paired with the caviar was just very delicious. Ribeye steak - 9/10. They literally came out with the raw steak to show us the portion size which was very helpful so we got one to share since it was so big. The steak had amazing flavor and we got it medium. It was a little chewy however. Ron's surprise - 10/10. I had no idea what I was getting but I was pleasantly surprised! Inside the chocolate egg was peach flavored yolk and mousse. Very creative and I love how the yolk could be "popped" like the real one. They also ended our meal with a tiny ice cream drumstick which was free and really cute. Overall, I would go back and I highly recommend this place for a special occasion or if you just want to feel fancy because this place is not cheap!
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Aiko S.

Yelp
Ron Gastrobar is a one star Michelin restaurant in Amsterdam. It seems like there are a few locations around the city, but we went to the one on Sophialaan near Vondelpark because it was the closest location to my friend's apartment. From the minute we walked into the restaurant we could tell that the service here was warm and friendly. The server was very knowledgeable about the menu and gave us good recommendations in terms of what to order and how much. We ordered about four dishes between the two of us - the steak tartare, spare ribs, frites, and pasta. We also ordered two glasses of champagne each and the bill turned out to be around 200 euros, which was not bad at all considering the quality and quantity. The restaurant is beautiful, but not super fancy and was perfect for what we were looking for because we wanted to dine at a place that did casual fine dining. Would definitely recommend this place and would love to go back the next time I'm in Amsterdam.
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Mallory C.

Yelp
Just wow! I went here while on a trip to Amsterdam with my coworkers and we had an amazing time! Definitely worth the hype and the Michelin Star. My colleague got us a reservation a few weeks before and once the day came, we easily got a table. The menu is jam-packed with delicious choices and we were excited to try the Blck Pearl Kaviaar with traditional garnishes. It was one of the best caviar experiences I've ever had! We also got the Romaine lettuce (a really beautiful salad), the Mackerel (very flavorful), Fries, and Joselito Paleta Iberico (so so delicious!) from the Snack menu. For dessert, we got Ron's surprise egg, which really was a fun surprise and I don't want to spoil it. Just know that it was worth it and every aspect of it was delicious. As a non-drinker, I also really appreciated all the non-alcoholic drinks on the menu. This restaurant is a must-visit in Amsterdam!
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Brian H.

Yelp
Spot lives up to the hype. Great atmosphere, great food and great staff. The Michelin star is well earned, no smoke and mirrors just great accessible food. The beef Wellington was amazing, the mushroom dish was as good, pretty much everything including the cocktails is top notch. It is perfect place that just nails great food, without be stuffy or over doing it.
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Sheri M.

Yelp
Ron Gastrobar is located in Amsterdam South a short walk (through affluent neifhnorhoods) from the museums. They say this restaurant is trend setting; which I cannot speak too. However, it is an extraordinary experience; fun, adventuresome and deeply satisfying. You should ask for a table upstairs where the tables have tablecloths and the ambiance is elegant. We had fresh oysters, chicken tacos, Iberico ham, Oxtail, short ribs, beef wellington and fritz. The entries are delicious. Reservations required. Highly recommended.
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Deane S.

Yelp
The atmosphere was light and easy. Felt very comfortable. The service was impeccable, friendly and professional. I really liked the menu selections, unique dishes that complimented each other. The food preparation was spot on, fresh and perfectly executed. Kudos to the kitchen staff. We look forward to trying the other Ron Gastrobar restaurants!
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B. A.

Yelp
Excellent service snd excellent food. My hubs said it's a 5* Michelin restaurant and it did not disappoint in any way. This is a must restaurant.

Alex T.

Yelp
While decent, not what is to be expected from a Michelin star restaurant. Certainly did its job in terms of food, but there were some offhanded comments made by our server, as well as a bb jdetectable animosity between the staff themselves. A specific instance saw one of our (many) waiters subtly humiliate the worker who brought a dish out of the kitchen, who was clearly not informed as to where it should go. Though everything was taken care of in terms of hospitality, the food was simply not good enough to excuse our lackluster experience. Steak tartare was good with a variety of garnishes; clearly there is an emphasis on the quality of ingredients, though the customer was given full control of how much of each to use. A greater test was in the Dover sole, a chance for the kitchen to showcase its skill in fusing flavors and textures in a unique way. It fell short though, and beyond its effective presentation was nothing more than ordinary. The pairing of the fish and pea sauce left more to be desired; it was unbalanced and overwhelming. My partner ordered some lesser-pressured side dishes, which, in vain, we also expected to be amazing in a restaurant of this supposed caliber. Perhaps my expectations were too high for an establishment now without its titular chef, but I certainly expected everything (down to the non-specialty dishes) on Ron Gastropub's menu to have at least one remarkable facet. Unfortunately, I fear nothin we ate, aside from maybe the dessert egg (which was a beautiful fusion of tart, sweet, and a variety of textures), will fail to warrant a lasting memory.
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Alex B.

Yelp
Our dinner was amazing from beginning to end. Mushrooms, tacos, bread, herring, ribs, ribeye steak, drinks, surprise egg dessert. Literally everything was well prepared and presented. The ambiance is classy yet modern. Perfect for a date night or a business lunch. A must if you're in town on vacation.
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Alice C.

Yelp
One of the fancy restaurants by Ron, this is a French cuisine place. We came here for the lunch deal were you select 2 dishes and a dessert. The food was beautifully presented, though portions were definitely small. The highlights for me was the more exotic veal brain and the spare ribs. The signature dessert surprise egg was beautiful and tasted delicious. Wine was expensive, at €35 for a bottle. Service was very slow and also not very responsive. Overall, great that you can sit outside in the good weather, the food was tasty but not worth coming on a repeat visit for me.
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Danielle D.

Yelp
Amazing unique dishes, especially the Dover sole, it's a must try! I also loved the burrata and tomato appetizer! All the dishes were so elegantly plated and the ambiance is the best! I could have sat there for hours eating and drinking!
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Adrian A.

Yelp
Everything I ate was phenomenal! The staff was top notch and very very kind to me and my friends. We were traveling from the United States and they were so pleased and accommodating to all of us. You can't go wrong with ordering anything from the menu. My favorites were the spareribs, king oysters mushrooms and tacos from the appetizer menu. A reservation is usually a must for this place but we'll worth it! TIP-order the Ronny drink! You won't regret it!
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Megha U.

Yelp
Ron gastrobar does justice to the Michelin Star. Extensive menu for vegetarians. The surprise egg dessert is pretty good. Well balanced modern flavors and prompt service. Lunch was great!
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Deana M.

Yelp
There's a reason why this place is highly rated on Yelp, Trip Advisor and just about anywhere. It's deserving of its Michelin Star with their delicious flavorful dishes and friendly wait staff. I made lunch reservations before our trip and although we got to the restaurant early, they had no problem seating us. My husband and I ordered a few dishes to share - Trofie Pasta, Langoustine, Spare Ribs and Veal Brain (which I didn't partake). The Trofie Pasta and Spare Ribs were my favorites. It was packed with flavors. I wasn't a fan of the Langoustine because I thought it would be served warm but it wasn't. My husband thought the Veal Brain was good but would've liked to eat it with bread because he said it's similar to eating bone marrow. The complimentary bread and butter with fried bacon could be a meal on its own. It was hard to stop eating it. Lastly, the "egg" dessert was worth the indulgence. It wasn't overly sweet yet enough to curb your sweet tooth. With all that said, we had a wonderful dining experience and highly recommend this place because we would love to come back.
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Jonathan C.

Yelp
Closer to 3.75 stars. New American Style food. Opted out of the tasting menu and went for multiple dishes instead. Foie gras terrine: I don't typically like this way of preparing foie, but it was well cooked and paired excellently with the smoked eel. The white port and cherries sauce gave it a lighter feel as well. One of the highlight dishes of the night Mackerel sashimi: well cooked and paired well with the roe. Steak tartare: the beef was good, but the dish was on the saltier side especially with the anchovy Veal: it was prepared three ways (tongue, sweetbread, kidneys). Probably my least favorite dish. I'm always up for trying new dishes, but the kidneys had a very organ-taste that was quite powerful. Spare ribs: Served with sambal. The meat was well cooked, but was on the fatty side and the sauce was quite overpowering. Surprise egg dessert: it's quite good and I don't want to say too much so that you can experience it yourself, but would recommend. PRO TIP: if you don't mind eating earlier, they offer a 20% off discount if you finish your meal by 7:30pm.
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Benjamin S.

Yelp
I don't know. I can't say this was magnificent by any means. Maybe my impression was terribly skewed because I was with colleagues from work I'd rather not dine with, but Ron Gastrobar was okay. I was impressed with their service, I'll say that much. A guy came with a meat cart to show us all the different cuts we could choose from. I'm slowly transitioning to a plant based diet, but when out with the company, I can manage a steak. I thought based on the reputation I was going to be blown away with a flavorful perfectly cooked steak. It was good, but not the best I've had. None of the sides that were ordered stood out. I think the best thing I had was that cauldron of homemade ice cream that came out with all the different toppings. It was a crowd pleaser to the point that we ordered a second one. All in all, I think I'd have to come back and experience this with people I want to be around and food I get to order myself and see if it changes my perception.
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Tarik M.

Yelp
Great food! If you are a meat lover this is a must when in Amsterdam! Every time I am in the city, I must make a visit and they never disappoint.
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Jason S.

Yelp
(3.5 stars) I was slightly disappointed with our dinner experience. The food was definitely good, but it didn't feel deserving of its one Michelin star. Plus the whole €15 per plate concept to allow for a more affordable yet still high-quality dining experience doesn't really apply when you need two or three dishes to equal a regular-sized meal. The restaurant is very nice though and make to sure to dress well as everyone else likely will. We went with the holstein because the full steaks were highly recommended by the staff and why not try a Dutch steak when in Amsterdam. Though beautifully presented, it initially came out a little rarer than desired, to the point where the first description that came to mind was chewy. After send it back for further preparation with some added char, it was great. The blade steak dish was enjoyable but quite small, loved the base of the dish whatever it was. The redfish was too small to get any real attachment too though the sauce was great. And the fries did not disappoint.
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Julio L.

Yelp
Food is awesome: Steak tartar = holy shit Brill = yum . Cocktails are amazing: Old fashioned with popcorn Gin and tonic heaven . Lunch deal is a steal. . Space is beautiful. . Dress up = thank me later.
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Katya H.

Yelp
This by far was the most expensive and the least impressive dinner we had during our week vacation in Amsterdam. From all the glorying reviews online and enticing Instagram pictures I expected creativity, uniqueness, something memorable and personal. It was neither of those things. The menu smartly designed as a newspaper was extensive and promising. We ended up ordering 6 or 7 plates out of which only two stood out. One was a fish roe-based paste on a crispy bread under a bed of radishes - indeed something like I never tried before. The other... was a portion of chicken wings. We ordered it just for the hell of it - I always wanted to know what a Michelin star can do to chicken wings. Well... nothing. That was about it. Plates kept coming perfectly timed, but poorly portioned. After two hours or so we were at a loss of why this place is so hyped. Of course dishes were well prepared, but not a single bite would bring a wow factor. Service? Had I not seen other waiters in the restaurant I would have thought that ours had to serve the entire place. He showed up maybe three times during the entire dinner? All while chatting with the table behind us for hours. The difference was so stark, it made me super uncomfortable. A very sweet lady who picked up our table when his shift was over is the only reason I am giving them an extra star. And he did not even tell us he was leaving - professional faux pas for which I have no tolerance.
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Ally H.

Yelp
I'm all for fine dining, because I, like many here, really enjoy great, no- excellent food. So colour me surprised when I finished my meal that I was just feeling a little meh. And I get it, it's a "gastrobar" but when you're paying these prices, you expect service to be top notch and your food to be well thought out. Alas, neither of these were up to par. We ordered a bunch of little plates, quite a few cocktails between us, and wrapped it up with the most incredible dessert, which you can see from many reviews and photos.. it's Ron's Egg! And my word, it was amazing. If I had known how good it was, I would have ordered 7 of these and been done with it. It was honestly my most favourite thing of the evening, followed veryvery closely by their Rhubarb Amsterdam cocktail. Which.. oddly, had no rhubarb in the actual drink! All in all.. this restaurant will not be making the cut for places I need to visit again. Unless someone else is picking up the tab or giving me food for free. Neither of which I can see happening in the near to distant future! Ha!
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Johanna S.

Yelp
This reastaurant is a nice discovery if you like french food and dont have a big appetite. Wines served are good. The kitchen puts lots ofcreativity in the presentstion of the food and the type of tastes combined on one plate. Customerservice is a dutch standard level. Music in the restaurant was too loud to have a conversatio with the person sitting across me at the table.
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Thomas I.

Yelp
What an incredible experience this was. Wonderful food and drinks, a great place for a birthday or a special night out. I hope to return during my next trip to Amsterdam!
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Laura R.

Yelp
We were in Amsterdam on a family trip with some family living in Holland and my mom accompanying us. We made reservations at Ron for Mother's Day. Upon arrival at the restaurant we were greeted warmly and escorted to our table. There were balloons and bouquets of tulips at the seats for the moms - a very thoughtful touch! There is a fantastic selection of cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages and wines by the glass or bottle. Service was attentive and friendly without overdoing it. The food!!! My gluten-free needs were met easily - gluten free bread was provided and the cultured butter with nuts & bacon along with spicy/sweet/sour gherkins the perfect accompaniment. My boyfriend and I shared the scallop tartar with foam of potato & Beemster cheese with hibiscus powder, pan-fried halibut with salsify, Gruyere, & butter vinegar sauce, & the cauliflower braised in butter with black pudding & Pierre Robert cheese. The presentation of the food was so beautiful it was a thing of art. The flavours and textures melted together as though they were made to be matched. The plates are small but very rich so we left feeling satisfied but not too full. One of my top 10 meals, for sure!
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Sean M.

Yelp
Five stars across the board! As with any Michelin starred restaurant the best thing about the meal was the overall experience. The pace of the meal, which at first appeared a bit rushed, was superb. Around our 13th or 14th dish I glanced at my watch and was shocked at how much time had actually passed, I mentioned it to my dining mate and he too couldn't believe we had been there so long. We had the Autumn tasting menu, adding the USA beef and sweetbreads to the mix. Each dish was exquisitely prepared. Even the smoked eel, which I was not looking forward to because I tend to dislike eel, was excellent! It was actually one of my favorites. Other standouts were the cauliflower, sweetbreads, beef (which came with bone marrow filled ravioli!), duck and the "carrot cake" dessert. Everything about the meal was perfect. The staff was very efficient, while still being friendly and accommodating. Ron Blaauw is fully deserving of it's two Michelin stars and my five Yelp stars.
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Andres S.

Yelp
My first meal in Amsterdam. How to describe their food? For sure it's different, the presentation will blow your mind and the taste was always good in everything I tried. This was a group dinner and even though this a small tapas kinda thing, everyone was incredibly satisfied. I think we had about 7 different plates to share including desert and everything was delicious. My recommendation? Go for the tasting menu. It's a bit pricy but worth every penny.
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Penny S.

Yelp
Excellent! It was recommended by someone and we were lucky to have a table by just walked in. We ordered two small dishes and one steak. It turned out to be too much for two! We were shocked when the waiter showed the raw beef in front of us, it was a huge piece! Recommend to order several small dishes only if you are going in two persons. Or ask friends to join and enjoy the steak together! We felt shamed at last because we couldn't finish all of them. PS: i like the way they make menu like a piece of newspaper and decorations much!

Brooke N.

Yelp
Ron's is 5 for ambiance and service - we sat on the patio and had a wonderful time. The dishes were a bit inconsistent but since the menu is full of small plates to share, you can easily forget the less memorable ones. The good: The mushrooms (seriously the best bite) The foie gras Surprise egg Pineapple tarte The bread (seriously sets a nice tone - served w whipped butter and pickled onions) The meh: gravlax Broccoli Shrimp You won't be disappointed but don't expect perfection - enjoy a lovely evening at Ron's!
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Anelya S.

Yelp
A friend was visiting from NYC, and we chose this restaurant to dine last night. I heard all the good things but as always a bit skeptical. Having a Michelin star helps of course. We arrived on time for our reservation to the somewhat empty dining room on Monday evening. Ordered nine small plates and a bottle of South African Merlo (which was marvelous) for 3 of us. Squid Ceviche Salmon tartare Scallop tartare Steak tartare Foie gras in a Granny Smith apple Spare ribs ... Creme brûlée. There were other dishes that I don't remember, but my favorite was scallop tartare. The combination of the sweet and tender scallop with a thin crust of Parmesan cheese was delightful. We enjoyed our dinner and did not leave the place until the second bottle of wine was finished. The table next to us had a steak, and it came with bone marrow. I saw it! I want to come back for it now.
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Timo L.

Yelp
Fantastic restaurant with very nice employees and excellent food. We had ... Starter: different sausages Main: dutch wagyu beef for two Dessert: Pavlova with cacao and a cream of banana and brown rum and the "surprise" egg. All in one an incredible flavour experience! Also the bone marrow - it was my first time and just great. Of course it is expensive but you'll get everything back.
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Jan M.

Yelp
Good service, nice atmosphere and several Dutch VIPs in the restaurant. Ordered a steak and quality was excellent. However, 2 hours waiting for your meal and asking several times how long it will take is really not good.
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Mario W.

Yelp
Visited Ron's Gastrobar about 12 times in the past year and in addition the consistency, the outstanding quality of dishes and ingredients, it is refreshing to dine in a restaurant where the staff is enthusiastic, knowledgable and show that they want to be there. The restaurant is all about the customer and quality. The formula works and the vision of mr. Blaauw are in my opinion perfectly executed and maintained. A friendly environment, beautiful dishes, amazing flavour in every bite, gorgeous wines. An experience I certainly can't get enough of. Looking forward to my next visits.
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Michelle B.

Yelp
Came here as a party of 2 and ordered several dishes, including the fish. Service was friendly, the fish was good, but a bit dry.
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M P.

Yelp
We decided to fancy it up a little and have our first meal in Amsterdam at Ron. Lovely terrace. Lots of wine and champagne choices. And the food is.... We shall see!!
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Amanda F.

Yelp
Visiting Amsterdam during New Years presented a problem in getting reservations due to closings & the restaurants which were open filled up very early. We were excited to secure a reservation at Ron Gastrobar, one of Amsterdam's Michelin starred restaurants. Starting with the good: this place is extremely accessible as far as Michelin starred places go- the prices are reasonable. Most dishes on the menu are €15 & we enjoyed a fabulous bottle of wine for €45. We started with a charcuterie board- one of my favorite boards I've ever had ! We both loved the soft shell crab with yellow curry udon noodles! I loved the Jerusalem artichoke with crispy veal brains! My boyfriends favorite dish was the barbq spare ribs. They are not barbq like we have in the U.S. But delish nonetheless ! More of an Asian style barbq. We were too stuffed for dessert & did not order any desserts. But alas, everyone receives a mini ice cream cone after their meal. We were very disappointed with the service & surprised by the quality of staff in such a highly regarded restaurant. We were approximately 30 min late for our reservation because our uber brought us to the wrong Ron Gastrobar location (oriental). We had the staff from Oriental contact Ron Gastrobar to warn them that we would be late. The hostess was friendly enough but our waiter was very rude initially. Speaking to a local/regular table he was waiting on.. Making fun of us (in Dutch) for running late. We were seated for approximately 15-20 minutes before anyone even took our drink order. Our waiter was actually very competent & knowledgable about the menu but completely neglected our table... After the first course, he turned out table over to another person who was even less friendly than him. She was not attentive or competent. She struggled to even open our bottle of wine & had no idea how to pour wine properly.. She even splashed / spilled it all over the table & did not even clean it up. The service was simply awful. Major disappointment & extremely surprising.
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Lucas C.

Yelp
Visited here just over a year ago and so badly wanted to love it knowing the history of Ron Blauw for the Dutch culinary scene. Truthfully I can't even manage to bring up specific memories about the dishes we ate which in itself speaks volumes as there are many dishes I have had 5 or 10 years ago that I can still recall in vivid detail, both appearance and taste. Although do recall enjoying a very tasty Spanish Cava. We were here for lunch and I recall it being quiet and empty - although we were here on a weekday. The service was great, attentive and professional. The food from what I recall felt heavy (I know it's French style but it simply felt out of balance). The surprise egg (well known to be associated with Ron Blauw) was terribly sweet and came with strings of white chocolate (which I think is what blew the sweetness out of the water). It was not presented in the way I have seen some pictures on yelp, so I suspect that this dish undergoes some different evolutions over time. I'm sorry to say that it wasn't an experience I was excited about & true to Yelp's ratings it felt "Meh. I've had better." That being said the legend of Ron Blauw will likely pull me back into one of his establishments again to see if this was a one off.
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Esmeralda D.

Yelp
I had recently moved into the neighborhood and was really excited to try this resto due to its reputation. You really need to plan ahead to make a reservation here. You cannot just call on Friday and expect to have a table. Ok, no biggie. The food must be amazing. First, the cocktails - I had the Rhubarb Amsterdam, my partner had the Geranium gin tonic. Both were meh. Little flavor on mine. My partner's was very unbalanced - the gin was overbearing. But the butter and bread made up for that - they were devine. The rest of the food, not so much. This is modern bistro food. Absolutely nothing amazing about it. The Flamkuche came in a strange to-go-looking box that sat awkwardly at our table taking up space horizontally and vertically on our small table and since it was deep, awkward to cut into the food. It was fine, but so it Flam's in France, a fast food joint with the same type of pie. That's what it reminded me of. The tartare coquille was good. But again, nothing out of this world. The Duitse wagu was just meat plated very nicely. I think our favorite "dish" were the fries!!! They were the only originally-seasoned thing at our table. We did appreciate the little ice cream cone at then end of the meal, when all we wanted to do was get out. BECAUSE!!! Worst of all our server was completely INSOLENT. When we asked questions about the food, she would reply with an air of arrogance. There was very much a I-cannot-be-bothered-with-you attitude about her. That's when we were able to flag her down. We almost felt like we were begging to be served! Some of the other staff, however, was extremely nice - we should know, they were lovely ones that were actually attending us. If at least we would have gotten a better server, we could have let the uninteresting food pass because the place is really nice - the right amount of trendy, more on the elegant side. Will NEVER return.
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Danielle G.

Yelp
We ordered the spare beef ribs, scallop cheesecake, wine, lamb ravioli and French fries. My boyfriend and I have felt sick for 4 days after eating here. Our server was very friendly, but never again. We think the scallop cheesecake did us in.
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Lee B.

Yelp
I eat out in a lot of great restaurants in London from michelin starred ones to chef's tables to hidden gems (mainly through work) and I have to say that recently I have become really bored of sharing plates. This is the exception though. OH MY GOD. Every dish was stand out. And different. There was also a fair bit of offal on the menu which I am not normally a massive fan of but it was all great. I reckon it was my best meal out of 2015 and will take some beating. Also the service was fine. Not outstanding but relaxed. Which is exactly what we wanted for a long lunch with clients. The staff were all lovely too. Oh and the prices were really, really reasonable. I could not recommend this place enough.
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Mike P.

Yelp
The best way to ruin a meal is with terrible service, and that is what this restaurant managed to do. I want to believe that the food was worth it, but the mixture of slow, impersonal, inattentive service is what I'll remember from this experience. I would hope a restaurant with a Michelin Star would be better than this.
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James A.

Yelp
I have no idea how, but luckily my Hotel Concierge booked me a table for two and I was well impressed. Damn expensive for my USD exchange rate but I wanted to go all out with my date. And 5 Star French Gourmet is what we got. They have a series of great dishes which they all have a fixed price of 15 Euros. We didn't get to experiment much, so I went with the German Steak and Potatoes, BBQ Ribs, my date with the Mackerel Sashimi, Marinated Salmon with apples (yes, I said "apples"). The dishes were works of art. The food - exploding with flavor. The staff very professional and attentive. Food did take some time to come, but you'll forget about that wait after you dig in.
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Zeynep K.

Yelp
We made a last minute decision on a Saturday night and decided to come to Ron Gastrobar instead of Restaurant Adam, a place which has amazing reviews on tripadvisor and we will definitely try in the future. Ron was accommodating for a busy place as we made our reservation on the same day for 8 pm and still managed to land on a table. As a small treat, we were given some fresh bread, whipped butter with candied bacon on top and cornichon (heavenly). The 15 euro/dish items are something in between a tapas and main dish so you can definitely let your dinner date to have a taste of your food but don't think you can share it. We ordered 4 dishes and 4 glasses of wine and cleaned them off with 2 cups of coffee, which all came under 100 euros = fair pricing. Service = 4.5 (we were ignored a good 10 minutes at the beginning) Food = 5.5 (I'm bumping it up, so what yelp?) Overall = 5!
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Chery P.

Yelp
Ron's Gastrobar is a fancy, sophisticated restaurant which serves really high-end taste of food. It looks luxury when it comes to the decoration not only the place but also the food. Open kitchen, spacious bars, addictive cocktails, very good service and unique taste of a meal. From 15€ per menu, you have lots of choices from meat to fish with fresh herbs and spices. They also offer catering and if you want to give a token to somebody, you can give them a Dinner Gift. Really nice place to chill and hang out with your friends. Ron Blauw is an TOP chef! You should try before you die!
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Michael B.

Yelp
Ron Gastrobar is absolutely world class. The food and wine was outstanding. I will definitely visit this place again.