Located in Adliya alongside its sister restaurant La Vinoteca Barcelona, Café Amsterdam is based in a cozy and cute Dutch canal-style building reminiscent of the back streets of Amsterdam. The european architecture shouldn’t mislead you, this restaurant is located in the bohemian neighborhood in Manama, Bahrain.
In the heart of Bahrain’s fine dining neighbourhood, Café Amsterdam’s menu is built on modern European and New American cuisine. The menu includes innovative gastronomic creations, decadent desserts and original beverages. The award-winning Café Amsterdam offers a dining and nightlife experience under one roof with a sleek, state-of-the-art lounge, a bright and spacious glass conservatory and a lovely garden for al fresco dining.
Begin the day with breakfast in the light filled conservatory, lunch in the lofty dining room, after work in the snug and dinner on the expansive balcony overlooking the garden. Plus, catch all your favorite games in the sleek sports lounge!
I had my 9th brunch at Café Amsterdam, whose kitchen is now purring along at a consistently high standard. Stand-out dishes at this outing were dazzling Barley Salad, Risotto al Pesto with cream pesto sauce, parmesan cheese and charcoal grilled chicken and their Passionfruit Cheesecake. A technically demanding (for heat in the summer) pineapple, coconut cream and kiwi mocktail ”Prince of the Middle East” was superb.
Buzzing at nighttime with regular live music events in their garden area, this is the perfect venue to enjoy a fantastic atmosphere and unwind with friends. So whenever you feel a craving for a true Dutch experience, you know your place in Bahrain.

The entrance from inside the restaurant

Wanderlusting: contemporary restaurant design, so bright & pretty

With its wooden panelling and beautiful orange bricks, this interior gives a very welcoming image of the place.

Restaurant or Gallery? Art is served up

The European Landmarks

The Mesmerising Fireplace

My favorite click – Loving the wall mirror

Up the stairs to the bar

The live music section in the restaurant by the railing for best views

Enjoying my healthy Barley Salad with pearl barley mango salsa and thai dressing and my Prince of the Middle East (Mocktail) by Bartender Tanmay

My main course – Risotto al Pesto with cream pesto sauce, parmesan cheese and charcoal grilled chicken by Chef Rahul

My Dessert – Passion fruit cheesecake by Pastry Chef Ajith

Full of modern elegance, Café Amsterdam’s design and decor is a tasteful combination of cozy-chic art-deco reminiscent of the late 1920s period.

Checking the chicken for my risotto. This was my first attempt with charcoal. The flavor was exactly what I had imagined: smoky

It was another hugely successful day with brilliant, tasty & professional looking food. When there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.
The Entrance
Citi Fact Dining Awards for Best International Restaurant in Bahrain
The pretty reception area, beautiful combo of color and elegance
The fashionable interior
The restaurant has a seperate smoking area
Looking for a full bar service rather than just a bartender? Samson left, Laxman right
People
Cheerful Laxman pouring beer for a client
Taking really great food photos can be tougher than it looks
My main course – Risotto al Pesto with cream pesto sauce, parmesan cheese and charcoal grilled chicken
My Salad – Barley Prawn Salad with pearl barley mango salsa and thai dressing
My Mocktail – Prince of the Middle East made with pineapple, coconut cream, coconut syrup, mint leaves, kiwi and pomegranate seeds
Some extra shots
The very energetic kitchen & serving crew
Making crumble with Chef Suraj
Learning the method for how to fire grill chicken breasts.
Chef Rahul taught me how to make this grilled chicken for rissoto
Got some ideas from Ryan (Restaurant Manager, Cafe Amsterdam)
The DJ section of the restaurant
Restaurant view from the bar upstairs
The railings had the most beautiful floral arrangements of colors.
Great spot. If you want a drink and some privacy, try the comfy couches across from the bar upstairs.
The railings had the most beautiful floral arrangements of colors.
Up the stairs to the bar
Wanderlusting: contemporary restaurant design, so bright & pretty
Full of modern elegance, Café Amsterdam’s design and decor is a tasteful combination of cozy-chic art-deco reminiscent of the late 1920s period.
Restaurant or Gallery? Art is served up
The European Landmarks
The Mesmerising Fireplace
Bold, vibrant colors are stunningly applied in the restaurant
Restaurant Info
- Serves Alcohol
- Good for: Brunch and Dinner
- Separate Smoking Available
- Outdoor Garden Seating
- Good for Groups and Business Meeting
- Good for Bloggers and Writers
- Private space for Reading
- Live Music
For booking & info: Call 0097317007404
Website: http://www.cafeamst.com/
Instagram: @cafeamsterdam
Facebook: CafeAmsterdamBH
Hashtag: #cafeamsterdambh
Restaurant Hours
Sunday: 12pm-2am
Monday: 12pm-2am
Tuesday: 12pm-2am
Wednesday: 12pm-2am
Thursday: 12pm-2am
Friday: 8am-2am
Saturday: 8am-2am
Restaurant Menu 