Duration
1h 45m
Best Time
Morning
Price
€€
Walking
Minimal walking
About Café Toussaint
This cozy brown café has been a neighborhood institution since 1970, serving honest Dutch-French cuisine in an intimate, candlelit setting. The menu changes regularly based on seasonal ingredients, and the atmosphere is quintessentially Amsterdam with locals chatting over wine. The apple pie is a must-try dessert.
Insider Tips
Reserve a table in advance as this small place fills up quickly, and request a spot by the window for the best people-watching along the quiet street.
Getting There
Address
Bosboom Toussaintstraat 26, 1054 AS Amsterdam, Netherlands
Neighborhood
Oud-WestNearest Metro
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 1h 45m. Morning visits are typically less crowded.
Café Toussaint is in the Oud-West neighborhood of Amsterdam. The address is Bosboom Toussaintstraat 26, 1054 AS Amsterdam, Netherlands. The area is well-served by metro.
Morning visits, especially early, mean fewer crowds and better light for photos. Weekdays are significantly quieter than weekends.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Parts are outdoors, so bring a light layer.
Nearby in Oud-West
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