Aan De Poel

Aan De Poel

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Aan De Poel
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2 MICHELIN Stars: Excellent cooking, worth a detour!
The view of De Poel Lake is simply breathtaking. The large windows and elegant interior design allow you to fully immerse yourself in the charm of this location. Stefan van Sprang's culinary creations are a perfect match for this gorgeous setting. The chef likes to add the finishing touches to his dishes tableside and present the day's lunchtime set menu – which makes for a more personal dining experience. (In the evening, there are à la carte options and a set menu.) This skilled craftsman deftly combines diverse influences and uses his creativity to put his own spin on classic recipes. To add aromatic nuances, he avails himself of the herb garden right behind the restaurant. For example, he showcases the intense flavours of Dutch lamb saddle and neck with a playful combination of tender and crispy textures, adding zest with a chimichurri and depth with a lamb jus. To provide further complexity, he incorporates a Mediterranean ratatouille and salty oyster leaf. The captivating blend of familiar flavours and original garnishes elevates the produce to new heights. This is a treat for both the palate and the eye, complemented by an exclusive wine list that the sommeliers will be happy to help you explore.
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Features
CUISINES
French, Dutch, Seafood, International, European
Meal types
Lunch, Dinner, After-hours
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
American Express
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Full Bar
Mastercard
Outdoor Seating
Parking Available
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Street Parking
Table Service
Valet Parking
Validated Parking
Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Location
Parking Available, Street Parking, Valet Parking, Validated Parking
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Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Wednesday
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Thursday
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Friday
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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4.7 of 5 bubbles528 reviews
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J-Nebeker
63 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 couples
This was the peak of two weeks of eating at other Michelin-starred and rated restaurants in Netherlands and Denmark. Every course and amusement-bouche from the chef’s seasonal menu was outstanding. Our waiter was outstanding (Indonesian fellow with glasses) and made time to converse briefly on a few our prior experiences. He had eaten this year at many of the restaurants we had visited. This allowed him to offer us deeper understanding of the food scene in Northern Europe and better appreciate our meal that evening. The clientele was mostly couples with about a third of the tables for business groups. Would strongly recommend to others. The 30 euro Uber each way from central Amsterdam was worth it. It was way to get a ride back.
Written 13 October 2024
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Bob H
Noordwijk386 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2024 business
Excellent lunch location - it starts already on arrival - valid parking - then a friendly welcome that guides you to your table. After the chef comes to propose the menu (never disappointed) the party can begin. Each dish is like a painting, tasty and rich and then accompanied by accompanying wines, and all served by friendly and correct service - you couldn't make me happier. Definitely recommended.
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Written 30 November 2024
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Smul
63 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 friends
We traveled to Amstelveen. This restaurant had been on my wish list for some time, because I had already heard many good stories about it. We were welcomed with all kindness and cordiality. The chef proposed a nice menu, which we immediately went for. It turned out to be a very good choice. The service was friendly, fortunately not distant and very pleasant. A wonderful wine list, with decent prices. We drank delicious white and red Burgundy wines. The appetizers, bread, snacks and menu were very tasty. Delicious cake with cauliflower, prawn and caviar. Between a nice combination of ray and foie, where the ray could have been a little less spicy. Head, a delicious piece of poultry, with perfect doneness, and as a surprise, delicious black truffle under the skin. A perfect cheese assortment in between, with all variants on the plate. The dessert was phenomenal! Very refined and balanced, a great pleasure. Then we enjoyed the friandise cart. This was also very pleasant. Finished with a nice cold beer. If I am in the area, I would love to come back to this beautiful location.
Google
Written 28 January 2024
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Stefan van Sprang
Bedankt voor deze mooie woorden!!
Written 29 January 2024
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eric h
Amsterdam88 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2024 couples
Not 2 star We arrived at a small and completely full parking lot. There was a guy who let us in and said nothing. After some turning, we asked the guy. It turns out there was parking at the charging spots (which was blocked by an SUV parked over the 2 spots or we could drive up. Not the expected welcome for a 2-star place After entering the restaurant, the people were friendly and took our coats. Someone took us to our table. Despite the large group of servers it took some time to get informed about the menu. They seemed to push the experience menu which was twice the price of the menu posted on the website. After asking about this I t was also possible to order the chefs menu. Nothing mentioned about the possibility of wines which each course. There was a wine menu. It were countless pages in some cheap plastic. Only 1 (!!) red wine per glass and 2 (!) white ones. The bottles were only from the old countries and really nothing special (expect from a few bottles) The prices however were staggering. The nice thing was the chef coming over to explain the menu and also sometimes during the meals. The food was great though. Overall not 2 Michelin star experience. Very disappointing. The good • Very good food, very nice presentation • The Chef coming to the table multiple times The Bad • No accompanying wines possible • Only 1 red wine by the glass and also a standard one • NO WOW factor • Although good service by the staff it was somewhat scripted
Written 29 September 2024
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René v
Paris30 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2024 family
We have been there a few years ago for the first time, but they are more and more concentrating on business people who have less problems with the bill. That is why they are closed in the weekends. We were enthusiastic about the first time, but this time we did not meet either the chef or owner. Most important is the quality of the food, but this time it did not at all meet the expectations of a 2-star restaurant. It is not very costly, but to keep on pouring the water bottles without asking is far from correct. The wine card shows fantastic bottles, but hardly bottles below 100 euro’s!? Even with their high mark-ups, one can find good quality bootles far below 100 Euro’s. All in all, when the bill is not paid by the superior, don’t go there. For us, we delete this restaurant from our wish list, as similar restaurants with only 1 star could be easily found at far lower prices.
Written 16 September 2024
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dr dirk laren
Laren599 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 family
…. since 15 years in Amstelveen. Located in a suburbian area of Greater Amsterdam area next to a lake ( which gives the restaurant the name ) „Aan de Poel“ stands for excellency in food and service. We chose the Chef‘s menue and had pleasure for good 3 hours with 5 courses. 100% attentive and professional service guaranteed. The food anyway is amazing. Pictures included.
Written 24 September 2023
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Nick Schram-Meijer
26 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 couples
Nothing but sublime! The attention of the staff, the sommelier, the chef and the finesse of the dishes gave us an evening we will never forget! Thanks for the wonderful evening, the beautiful stories with the dishes and the wine and food that was top notch. Was worth every cent!
Google
Written 18 February 2024
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Dutchy
Amsterdam315 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2020 none
Because of the Covid closure we decided to order the dinerbox from Aan De Poel. The diner came packed in a big box, the ingredients were sorted per dish and well marked so easy to get going. However it would have helped if there would have been a video to help dress the dishes, now there was only a picture that we had to work from. We started with the bread/Pata Negra ham/herb mayonaise, which was good. First dish was seabarse/orange/soy/croutons: a tasty dish, the orange and soy a nice unexpected harmony. Second dish loster with curry sirupe, mirim vinaigrette and lobster salad. The lobster salad was a complete miss, way to much mayonaise without any acidity that could have lifted the salad. This made the whole dish a disaster. A pity since the other ingredients were good, but all disappeared in the mayonnaise. The Truffel soup was a well flavoured soup, however very rich due to the cream, which after the greasy lobster salad was a bit much. The veal briket was delicious with surprising sides and the veal crumble a very nice and tasty touch. Very disappointing was the desert of caramelised pear on top of chocolade bavarois and caramel. The pear was bland, the bavarois tasted more after hazelnut than caramel and the chocolate sauce was thin as chocolate milk. I do understand it is not possible to get to the level of food as served in the restaurant, however a better selection of the dishes would help.
Written 15 November 2020
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Baas7
85 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2024 family
Great experience. The four of us went here for dinner on the occasion of graduation. Were incredibly lucky with the weather and could sit on the beautiful terrace all evening. From arrival it is a real experience, with valet parking. In the restaurant there is no stiff, formal atmosphere at all. Restaurant attracts a lot of relatively young audience. The ingredients and dishes were extraordinary. We appreciated that you could still understand what you were eating. The wines served with it were also delicious. Definitely worth repeating. 5 stars!
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Written 11 September 2024
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C-Z-1982
Reno725 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 none
Superb location, dining inside and outside possible. We ate outside and when the wind picked up slightly they added glass barriers so that we were able to maintain the idyllic view over the lake (great solution). We went with the 4 course chef's menu and were not disappointed. The menu varies but what we were served was delicious, creative and had an attractive presentation. Service was excellent. This is one of those top restaurants that we will come back to. In other words, absolutely recommended.
Written 10 July 2021
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Mirjam G
Amsterdam2058 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 friends
My girlfriend took us here for lunch. What a party! All the attention from the staff and each course was brought and explained by someone else from the kitchen. Because I was traveling by car, I received a 'bob' arrangement in terms of wine for each course. This way I could still 'participate' in the wines.
Google
Written 18 November 2023
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Paul B
Amsterdam8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2020 couples
Enjoyed a wonderful lunch at Aan De Poel. Great dishes, wine pairing and attentive service (and reasonably priced for what you get I might add). Exactly what you’d expect from a double Michelin star restaurant. You always run the risk that restaurants of this caliber could be too snooty and pretentious but Aan De Poel manages to deliver quality product and service whilst understanding and adapting to diner needs/preferences. Well done! We’ll be back.
Written 15 August 2020
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Maria
Amsterdam23 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022 couples
I’ve been few times to this restaurant and it’s one of my favourite Michelin around Amsterdam. It has a very nice atmosphere, pretty cozy but also business oriented and the dishes are all the time according to the expectations. The view of the lake also ads points to the whole experience.
Written 19 May 2022
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Dutchy911
Voorburg269 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2020 none
Me and an old friend had to catch up and used aan de Poel as it seemed to be a quiet restaurant with enough space in between tables for Covid issues. We had a three course lunch, the fourth course is the desert that we skipped and had coffee instead. The lunch dishes are nice but on the small side, but there is plenty of bread with nice dipping and I must say that the coquille was excellent as was the deer. Price wise it was fine for the two of us, we didn't have wine and spend 150 euro. The staff was nice and the chef explained the menu in advance what is a nice introduction. There is enough space for parking. I would come back again.
Written 7 October 2020
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Reno
26 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2021 couples
My wife and I rarely repeat a restaurant. But Aan de Poel is certainly worth it. We were there Nov/15 and I could never stop thinking about the dinner we had. After six years we tried lunch this time as we wanted to check out the amazing lake view. We enjoyed every one of the four meals/dishes we had. The main highlights were the scallops (maybe best ever) and the guinea fowl. Service was impecable. Perfect presentation. Simply amazing and met the already high expectations set the previous time we were there. And the price was very fair. Will be back next time in the Netherlands. Threepeat!
Written 3 November 2021
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