Rijsel — Restaurant in Amsterdam

For wine lovers, Rijsel in Amsterdam East is an institution. Tucked away in a former domestic science school, this no-nonsense restaurant combines French-Belgian rotisserie cooking with one of the most thoughtful wine lists in the country. What makes Rijsel so unique is its deep love for the classic European wine regions. The list breathes the grandeur of France, with a peerless selection from Burgundy, the Rhône, the Loire and Bordeaux. Oenophiles are in their element among the impressive cellar treasures: Rijsel is known for only pouring wines when they're perfectly ready to drink, all at strikingly reasonable margins. The sommeliers combine an enormous level of expertise with an accessible, welcoming approach without stiff etiquette. And the robust menu, famous for its spit-roasted poussin and refined terrines, is built entirely to let gastronomic wines shine. Whether you sit down for a renowned Meursault, a mature Rhône or a surprising natural wine from a small producer, at Rijsel you feel in every sip and at every table that the restaurant is run by true epicureans.