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Hours
Wed
12:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Thu
12:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Fri
12:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Sat
12:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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Ratings and reviews
4.0
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PRICE RANGE
$26.00 – $53.00
CUISINES
European
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
meals, features
Does this restaurant primarily serve Healthy cuisine?
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About
Buffet van Odette is located on a nice and light spot right on the canal. We are open for lunch, aperitiv and dinner. We use mainly authentic, organic and local product in our kitchen. Our Bocca-coffee is delicious and Direct Trade (even better than Fair Trade)!
PRICE RANGE
$26.00 – $53.00
CUISINES
European
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
FEATURES
Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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4.0
652 reviews
Excellent
258
Very good
251
Average
75
Poor
33
Terrible
35
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deirdre f
Gainesville23 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
We arrived without reservations shortly after 5:00 pm and the place was bustling. They accommodated us and asked that we vacate by 7:30 which was not a problem. It has a really good vibe - a small delicious menu and reasonably priced-
Written January 14, 2020
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LondonLass_3327
London160 contributions
Mar 2023 • solo
This lovely canal side restaurant was recommended to me by a friend local to the area and I am so glad I booked a table.
As a solo diner my first thought was that they might make me sit at the bar only, but happily I was able to book a table for 1.
The place at 8pm was absolutely buzzing on a Wednesday night. I had a little table towards the back of the restaurant which was just perfect for me.
The menu is elegant and paired back which was a delightful change from what I’m used to.
Starting with the lemon beans, this was moreish and like a big hug, with the beans being cooked to perfection.
The roast beef for main was thinly sliced, almost like carpaccio. It had a zesty dressing, brussel sprouts, warm hazelnuts and endive. Simply beautiful. Plus, as a self-confessed potato queen, the Dutch style potato side dish is legendary.
For dessert, they had a signature sticky toffee pudding with a velvety vanilla ice cream. It was heavenly and if I could have licked the plate clean, I would have.
Service was great too, as the team came to check-in on me, at the right intervals.
If ever I come back to Amsterdam, I’ll be back here.
Written March 30, 2023
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simon p
11 contributions
Apr 2024 • couples
Buffet van Odette is a very charming small restaurant on a canal and run by young and engaging staff. The limited menu options are not an issue because the food is so good. Seemed to be full of local Dutch which is always a good sign. Cosy and booking is essential.
Written April 15, 2024
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Heidi
11 contributions
Jun 2020 • none
Whilst the spot is cosy and has a nice location by the canals, the staff was extremely arrogant. We kindly asked for a table, and had to wait nearly ten minutes despite the fact that there were two available tables just in front of us. When we were directed to the table, it took rather long until we received the menus, being able to order and not to forget, to pay.
We ordered scrambled eggs with salmon, and it was nothing special. The bread was of the drier kind, and the eggs were tasteless.
So to the blonde gentleman working at Friday 19th of June around 2 o'clock, a quick course in etiquette would be beneficial, especially when working at a café.
Written June 21, 2020
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GNTS
1 contribution
Feb 2020 • none
We arrived as the first guests for lunch and had a reservation. Despite being first to arrive we were guided to the absolute worst table in the back, opposite the bathroom. When we very friendly asked if we could have a different table the manager's response was an extremely unhospitable 'no.'.
Mind you, we were first to arrive of 5-7 tables for 2 so there was no logistical explanation possible. The answer was so arrogant and unflexible that we decided to leave without sitting down.
We are normal and local people (not that that should make a difference but still) and I have actually recommended this place to people before. Alas, no more. The manager obviously considers himself above his guests, something the waiter guiding us clearly felt uncomfortable about. A place not to be missed! If you want to experience 'Amsterdam arrogance' that is.
Written February 16, 2020
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Sophie
1 contribution
Jul 2021 • none
A pleasant restaurant however I was shocked to find a charge for tap water on the bill, the more tap water you drink the more you are charged...dishes are already in the higher price range, an additional charge for tap water is ridiculous and disappointing as it's a basic dining necessity.
Staff were fairly friendly, but the service was also slow throughout the evening. Probably won't be returning.
Written July 2, 2021
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ellenkeates
Zwolle5 contributions
Jul 2020 • couples
We reserved for dinner today with high expectations as we’d had excellent dinner there several times before. Today we were very much disappointed: served by two rather unfriendly people, food indifferent. Sorry to say price quality ratio way below standard. Very disappointing overall this time.
Written July 29, 2020
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The_Organs
Gloucestershire66 contributions
Mar 2023 • none
Absolutely fabulous. We were thrilled to be able to get a table in what was a busy and atmospheric restaurant even mid week. We found the food superb and would most certainly recommend the thinly sliced beef, with a side of roasted beetroot and oven baked potatoes. The white bean starter was also delicious
Written April 10, 2023
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Merve Cipli
Amsterdam147 contributions
Nov 2022 • friends
The location is super convenient. The menu is not that extensive but it was spot on. Everything we tried was super delicious even though it seems so simple.
The flavor profile of the dishes are deep and complex.Mushroom ravioli was the best. Glass of chardonnay is also super refreshing.
Definitely recommended 👍🏼
Written November 5, 2022
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Sonia Ramirez
Freiburg im Breisgau5 contributions
Oct 2024 • friends
The restaurant offers a very pleasant atmosphere with a colorful mix of different people of all ages, which creates a lively and diverse atmosphere. The food is varied and exceptionally prepared, and the service is friendly and attentive. However, a small downer is that the choice of vegetarian dishes is limited, as there is only one main course for vegetarians. Overall but a recommended experience!
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Written October 6, 2024
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dayhikers
Clearwater288 contributions
Sep 2024 • couples
It would have been nice to sit outside on the canal, but it was a very rainy evening. Luckily we were given the table closest to the open front door so we got some fresh air and could still see the canal. Seemed to be a very busy "after work" meeting place for both dinner and drinks at the bar. We shared an order of sourdough bread and a salad, and each had the very flavorful ravioli of the day. Dessert was delicious sticky toffee cake.
Written September 27, 2024
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Fred B
Tilburg739 contributions
Jun 2024 • couples
Everything feels like new at the tastefully decorated Odette. The small menu gives us a choice of three main courses. We go for the lamb pearl barley and the ravioli; two delicious recipes. Both the white and red wines taste great. The young ministry still moves a bit awkwardly.
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Written June 22, 2024
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Pieter de Vente
Zaandam34 contributions
Nov 2024 • friends
Great spot. Close to the museum area. Lots of (young) locals. Menu simple but good. Great wine variety. Even zero on the menu like kombucha. We chose mussels, oeufs mayonaise, salmon scrambled eggs, great sourdough bread, grilled cauliflower. Just good. Staff very busy.
Written November 10, 2024
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charleside
Amsterdam107 contributions
Jan 2024 • friends
nice bistro with unprofessional staff
They all study something but the service is poor and a smile is hard to find (usually) sometimes you have super friendly service, usually it's the boys, it's like a roulette
You eat well, but it's all pricey.
Written January 31, 2024
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Ruth C
29 contributions
May 2021 • friends
Unfriendly staff, didn’t feel welcome.
Food is nothing exceptional and the service is bad.
Also, not good for drinks, they serve the Bloody Mary without seasoning it, give you the spices and not salt.
Written June 6, 2021
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