Loetje Amsterdam Café: the best steak in Amsterdam

Loetje Amsterdam Café

The place where it all started over 45 years ago: Loetje Amsterdam Café on Johannes Vermeerstraat in Amsterdam South. Founded in 1977 by Ludwig ‘Loetje’ Klinkhamer as a billiard café. When the now-famous tenderloin steak was added to the menu, the billiard tables quickly faded into the background, and history was made here. Today, you can still enjoy the best steak in Amsterdam every day at Loetje Amsterdam Café. Our restaurant with a spacious terrace, located in the heart of Amsterdam and close to the Albert Cuyp Market, exudes the atmosphere of a true Loetje Café and is incomparable to a traditional steakhouse. At this special location, you can enjoy a delicious lunch, drinks, and dinner as only Loetje can offer.

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Address

Johannes Vermeerstraat 52
1071 DT, Amsterdam
+31206628173

  • Dogs on a leash welcome
  • Accessible toilet available
  • Cozy terrace (reservations not possible)

Opening hours and special notes

Open daily from 11:30 hrs.

Open on New Year’s Day from 12:00 hrs.

Lunch, drinks, and dinner at Loetje Amsterdam Café

A day out in Amsterdam? Then a visit to the very first Loetje is a must. Come and enjoy lunch, drinks, or dinner at Loetje Amsterdam Café. What better place to try the best steak (or one of our other delicious dishes) than where it all began?

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The best steak in Amsterdam

Not only is Loetje Amsterdam Café the place where Loetje’s history began, but it is also the place where the best steak in Amsterdam is served. In the no-nonsense way you expect from Loetje, in the authentic Loetje gravy with soft white bread and delicious crispy fries and a fresh salad.
Loetje Amsterdam Café is, in our opinion, the coziest steak restaurant in Amsterdam South. Discover it for yourself and come by Loetje!

Also for a business lunch or dinner

Want to take your colleagues and clients for a business lunch or dinner? You can do Loetje too! Visit Loetje Amsterdam Café, explore all the options, and leave a lasting impression on your colleagues and clients. Prefer a separate space where you can sit quietly with your colleagues and clients? Then it’s best to go to Loetje Zuidas or Loetje aan ’t IJ. These locations have separate rooms suitable for meetings and conferences.

Your event at Loetje Amsterdam Café?

From a cozy drink to a bachelor party and from a team outing to a birthday party, at Loetje Amsterdam Café you can celebrate your event the way you want. Prefer to organize your event in a private room? Then it’s best to go to Loetje Zuidas or Loetje aan ’t IJ. These locations have a separate room that you can fully set up for your event.

Plan your event at Loetje Amsterdam Café here

Reservations at Loetje Amsterdam Café

Want to do Loetje? Make a reservation via the button at the bottom right of the page. See you soon!

Working at Loetje

Our friendly team is looking for new colleagues. Check out the best vacancies and (part-time) jobs in Amsterdam and join our Loetje family.

Accessibility

You can reach Loetje Amsterdam Café by both car and public transport. Coming by car, there is limited paid parking in the area. Prefer to use public transport? The best stop is the Museumplein tram stop. From there, it is a 6-minute walk to Loetje Amsterdam Café.

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Frequently asked questions to us…

I want to make a reservation, where can I do that?

You can easily make a reservation on our website: www.loetje.nl/reserveren.

Can I make a reservation for the terrace?

Taking a seat on the terrace can be arranged with our colleagues at the branch, but reservations are not possible.

I want to make a reservation for a group, is that possible?

Great that you want to come with a group! Easily make your reservation using the ‘reserve’ button at the bottom right of your screen (for groups up to 14 people). For groups of 15 or more, submit your request here, and/or check out the options for events or parties at Loetje. We will contact you as soon as possible!

Can I organize a (business) event or party at Loetje?

Absolutely, at Loetje we are happy to assist you in organizing your event or party! From a (business) meeting, breakfast, lunch or drinks to a fantastic wedding celebration. Check out all the options and packages here for groups of 15 or more.

What are the options if I have an allergy/dietary restriction?

At Loetje, we try our best to accommodate guests with special dietary needs. We would appreciate it if you could inform us of your requirements when making a reservation or upon arrival at the restaurant. In each restaurant, we also have cards with allergen information so you can see which ingredients are in each dish. If you’d like to view this information in advance, you can take a look at: Allergens – Loetje*.

Of course, we can always consider to remove an ingredient from a dish. Feel free to ask about this at the restaurant. For example, we have gluten-free bread to serve with the steak, or we can cook the steak in oil to serve it lactose-free. Please note that we cannot completely eliminate the possibility of cross-contamination.

*Please note: all our dishes are prepared in an environment where gluten and nuts are present.

Does Loetje have vegetarian options?

Loetje is for everyone, including those who don’t eat meat (for now). You can find various vegetarian dishes on our menu.

Also, try our plant-based Steak 0.0 and enjoy the unique flavor experience that Loetje’s finest steak is known for. Take a look at our menu for all the vegetarian options.

What gravy does Loetje use?

About our gravy
Quality is our number one priority at Loetje. We maintain our 45-year-old Loetje recipe for steak with gravy to ensure this. The ingredients of our iconic gravy are an essential part of it, which is why we have invested to preserve the margarine we have been using for 45 years.

 

Gravy for our tenderloin steak
45 years ago, Loetje started cooking with Blue Band margarine. In 2018, the decision was made to move away from Blue Band as it became a plant-based margarine and to develop our own margarine recipe with Remia. Our own margarine contains the animal proteins needed for the foamy Loetje gravy. Our tenderloin steaks do not use additives, and we use margarine only as the base for the gravy. To avoid dependence on a single producer, in 2022 we sought a second supplier. Therefore, in addition to our own recipe, we started using Solo margarine, which meets the same quality standards as 45 years ago.

 

Gravy for our plant-based steak
For our plant-based steak, we use the same margarine as for our tenderloin steak, which contains a milk component. The gravy for the plant-based steak is not yet plant-based, but it is vegetarian. Since the plant-based steak does not release animal juices that provide flavor to the gravy, we use a powder for the plain and garlic gravy of the plant-based steak to achieve the same flavor. This powder is based on natural ingredients such as tomato, carrot and bell pepper. We have not yet found a plant-based alternative for the butter we use in our gravy that has te same ‘foaming’ effect and meets our requirements. There is still too much impact on the flavor, affecting the experience. We are actively searching for the perfect plant-based gravy as well.

Can I also have lunch at Loetje?

You are more than welcome to join us for lunch at Loetje. We offer a delightful lunch menu. Of course, you can also order our delicious steak during lunch.

Do you accept gift vouchers?

At Loetje, we only accept our own gift vouchers and do not accept dinner cheques, VVV vouchers, or other dining vouchers. You can purchase a gift voucher in amounts starting from €10,-. You can order them here.

Is my dog welcome at Loetje?

Your four-legged friend is welcome as long as they are leashed and not bothering other guests.

I would like to work at Loetje, where can I apply?

How nice that you want to work with us! Here you can find all our job vacancies.