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By RowBy Row Foodie & Traveler

Café Geelvink | 7

A Promising New Spot in Amsterdam’s Reguliersdwarsstraat

Amsterdam’s Reguliersdwarsstraat is known for its vibrant food and drink scene, and now, there’s a new name to add to the list: Café Geelvink. This cozy restaurant and bar offers a welcoming atmosphere, making it a great spot for lunch, dinner, or just a few drinks. With an appealing selection of cocktails, wines, and beers, as well as a well-curated menu, Café Geelvink has the potential to become a go-to destination in the city.

Ambiance & Atmosphere:
Upon entering Café Geelvink, the inviting decor and stylish bar immediately set the tone for a relaxed yet sophisticated dining experience. The restaurant has a cozy charm, making it an ideal place for a casual meal or an evening drink. However, one notable aspect of our visit was that the restaurant was surprisingly empty. While this may have been due to the time of day or the fact that it’s still a relatively new spot, we hope to see more people discovering this hidden gem soon.

What We Ordered:
We decided to try a mix of dishes, opting for the steak with chimichurri and the shrimp, accompanied by a side of fresh fries.

Steak with Chimichurri – The flavors were on point, with the herbaceous and garlicky chimichurri complementing the steak beautifully. However, the dish was served slightly cold, which was a bit disappointing. It seemed as though it had been prepared earlier and left to sit for a while before being served.

Shrimp – Unlike the steak, the shrimp arrived hot and well-prepared. The texture was perfect, and the seasoning brought out the best of the seafood’s natural flavor.

Fresh Fries – A classic side that paired well with both main dishes. The fries were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, making them a satisfying addition to the meal.

Service & Experience:
The service at Café Geelvink was notably quick, which is always a plus. However, the timing of our dishes seemed a bit off. Since the shrimp arrived hot while the steak was cold, it’s possible that one dish was ready before the other but not served at the same time. Despite this minor issue, the staff was friendly and attentive, ensuring that we had everything we needed throughout our meal.

Final Thoughts:
Café Geelvink has all the ingredients to become a popular spot in Amsterdam’s bustling restaurant scene. The menu offers great options for both food and drinks, the ambiance is inviting, and the service is efficient. While there were some small hiccups with the temperature of the food, the flavors were well-executed, and we’re excited to see how this place develops over time.

If you’re looking for a cozy yet stylish place for lunch, dinner, or drinks in Reguliersdwarsstraat, Café Geelvink is definitely worth a visit. Hopefully, as more people discover this new spot, it will gain the lively atmosphere it deserves!

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Review: 7/10 

Price / Quality: 7 | Service: 7 | Originality: 7 | Freshness: 7 | Choice: 7