Did you know that herring isn’t typically served in restaurants in the Netherlands? This often surprises travelers who aren’t sure where to find it. In fact, herring is a popular street food here, and these are the best spots to try it in the center of Amsterdam.
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Frens Haringhandel
The fish stall on the Singel 468/ Koningsplein (next to the Flower Market). Open: Monday and Sunday 12:00 – 18:00, Tuesday to Saturday 11:00 – 18:00.
Jonk Volendammer Haringhandel
Spui 7 (neat Kalverstraat, Amsterdam’s most famous shopping street, at the corner of the Waterstones book store).
Stubbe Haring
Singel Haarlingersluis, 1013 (on the Singel canal, not far from Amsterdam Centraal station).
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Haring & Zo
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 226 (behind the Royal Palace).
Amsterdamsche Vischhandel
Zeedijk 129, 1012 AW Amsterdam. This area, the Amsterdam Chinatown, is one of my favourire places in Amsterdam.
Simon en Simon Vishuisje Prinsengracht
Utrechtsestraat 117A, 1017 JG Amsterdam
Albert Cuyp market
And of course you can eat fish at Albert Cuyp market (Albert Cuypstraat 101, 1072 VV Amsterdam), the largest and most popular street market in the Netherlands. The market is open daily from 09:30 to 17:00, except on Sundays.
Keep in mind that many street vendors close earlier than their official hours suggest. We recommend trying Dutch herring during the day rather than waiting until the evening.
Traditional Dutch herring is typically served in bite-sized pieces, accompanied by chopped onions and pickles. For a more filling option, you can enjoy it on a bread roll, known in Dutch as a broodje haring.
Prices for Dutch herring typically range from €3,50 to €5 per portion. Enjoy discovering this local favorite during your time in Amsterdam!
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