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Café de Walvis - Cafe in Spaarndammerbuurt, Amsterdam
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Café de Walvis

Quality neighbourhood pub-kitchen on Spaarndammerstraat

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Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed June 2026
Spaarndammerbuurt |
$$ Mid-range for Cafe
|
Daily, all day (check site)
| Last reviewed: Jun 2026

A two-floor café-restaurant that's anchored the rising Spaarndammerstraat since 2012, doing elaborate lunches, dinners and apéros built on quality pub food, a signature steak sandwich, Holtkamp bitterballen, at neighbourhood prices. Bar downstairs, restaurant up, terrace all year. Honest and well-run.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Café de Walvis, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.

Where is Café de Walvis?
Café de Walvis is located in Spaarndammerbuurt, Amsterdam, Spaarndammerstraat 516, 1013 SZ Amsterdam.
What are the opening hours of Café de Walvis?
Café de Walvis is open Daily, all day (check site).
What is Café de Walvis best for?
Café de Walvis is especially popular for Lunch, Drinks and bites, Casual dinner.

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