Restaurants

Fou Fow Ramen - central, near the canals 

On Elansgracht which is near Princengracht so pretty central. It is run by Japanese people and looks pretty stylish but simple. It gets quite busy so you might need to put your name on a list.

Bazaar - De Pijp 

This is on Albert Cuytstraat and it is a really big restaurant for Amsterdam. I find a lot of the good ones can be quite small and book up very quickly so last minute dinners can be tricky, so if you have a big group and don't want to book then you are usually in luck here.

It's Turkish food which is really good, the decor is pretty kitch and it's pretty lively so there is always a good vibe.

Cafe de Klos - central, near the canals 

Go to this place for an awesome massive meat fest. Don't expect to be able to walk or go out dancing afterwards though. It is here which is close to the canals. You might need to queue to get in but you can put your name down and go for a beer across the road as the two places are linked or help each other out. They call you when your table is ready and you seamlessly move to your spot effortlessly.

Choux 

This place is North of the station near the water. Not been but told it's good.

Wilde zwijnen

In the East and also suppose to be really good.

Hotel De Goudfazant

Again supposed to be good but not been yet. You need to book as they don't take last minute bookings usually.

REM Eiland 
This is a fancy looking place here.

It is close to the sea in the North and looks pretty cool. It is a close to a place called Pont 13 which is suppose to be good for a drink beforehand.