Prins & Aap
Felix Meritisbuurt, Amsterdam
Restaurant in Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Prins & Aap works when central Amsterdam convenience matters more than a formal destination-dining setup. The long daily hours make it useful for flexible plans around Prinsengracht, but diners seeking a clearly defined creative menu or splurge-level experience should compare it with Vinkeles, até, OCCO, Renvy, or Cape Town Social Club first.
About Prins & Aap
Is Prins & Aap worth considering in Amsterdam? Yes, if the priority is a practical Amsterdam option with long daily opening hours. Judge it on schedule, dress code, fit for your plans rather than on cuisine, menu format, prices, or accolades.
For a first-timer, the smart read is simple: choose it when flexibility matters. Its hours run from 11 AM to midnight from Sunday through Thursday, extending to 1 AM on Friday and Saturday, so it can fit a wider range of itineraries than places built around a narrow evening window.
A flexible Amsterdam pick, not a trophy-table play
Prins & Aap is not a cuisine-led destination with a tasting format, published awards, or a stated price tier. If the decision requires more specifics before committing, compare it against Vinkeles or até instead. If the decision is about basics and a schedule that runs late, Prins & Aap is the simpler choice.
That distinction matters because Amsterdam has plenty of dining options that ask for different kinds of planning. Consider Vinkeles, OCCO, or Cape Town Social Club when you want to compare Prins & Aap with other named options. Prins & Aap is the one to consider when the schedule is loose and the group wants an Amsterdam option with long hours.
Who should choose it first
Choose this when long opening hours and a smart-casual dress code are enough to make the plan work. Skip it if the night needs a named chef, published awards, a disclosed tasting menu, a specific cuisine, or a clearly defined price tier before committing. For broader planning, use our full Amsterdam restaurants guide, then cross-check stays in our full Amsterdam hotels guide and drinks options in our full Amsterdam bars guide.
Located inside
HotelAndaz Amsterdam PrinsengrachtFull hotel guidePlanning details
- Location
- Prinsengracht 587, Ground Floor, 1016 HT Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- prinsenaap.com
- Phone
- +31205231250
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Prins & Aap sits at ground level on Prinsengracht and trades the ambition of destination formality for a neighbourhood-minded, canal-belt sensibility. The operation feels rooted in the residential stretch of the canal ring: compact, attentive to regulars, and quietly confident rather than flashy. The dining room leans on stripped-back bistro influences rather than white-tablecloth formality, which keeps the experience approachable while still polished. Overall it reads as a charming, locally focused address that reflects the canal-belt’s mix of relaxed daily service and moments of livelier evening energy.
Best For
This is a place you pick for neighborhood dining—brunches that fit with daytime canal-side wandering and dinners that sit comfortably within Amsterdam’s lively but understated dining tier. The southern reach of the Prinsengracht where the restaurant lives attracts locals who value specific tables, so it works well for date nights, after-work meals, and small group dinners. Because the operation is described as part of a recent wave of smaller, independent addresses, reservations for evening service are sensible, especially if you want a preferred table on the canal side.
Ordering Tips
Keep orders straightforward and focused on shareable or classic plates. The venue’s signature items—Pop Chicken, a Charcuterie Board, Dutch Zeeland Oysters, and a Gourmet Burger—illustrate a menu built around crowd-pleasing starters and convivial mains. Start with oysters or a charcuterie board to share, then move to the Pop Chicken or burger for a satisfying main. The selection favors familiar flavors presented in a neighbourhood-bistro style, so balance richer plates with lighter starters if you’re dining in a small group.
Venue details
Ambiance
Chic yet comfortable with quirky Dutch design elements; sophisticated yet approachable atmosphere that mirrors Amsterdam's diversity, featuring a full bar and vibrant social energy.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Pop Chicken
- Charcuterie Board
- Dutch Zeeland Oysters
- Gourmet Burger
Planning details
Location
Prinsengracht 587, Ground Floor, 1016 HT Amsterdam, Netherlands · Directions
Also consider
Where to look if this does not fit
If the occasion calls for a splurge, try Vinkeles first. If the group wants a livelier Amsterdam alternative, compare availability at Cape Town Social Club.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Amsterdam
Choose Vinkeles when the brief is a serious €€€€ creative meal and the budget allows for it. Prins & Aap is easier to fit into a day around central Amsterdam, while Vinkeles is the stronger choice for diners who want a more formal, cuisine-led experience and are willing to plan around it.
Renvy, até, and OCCO are better cross-shops when ambiance and polish are part of the decision. OCCO is the safer pick for a hotel-style setting; até is the one to check when the meal itself is the focus. Prins & Aap wins on ease and central practicality rather than ceremony.
For a more social Amsterdam night, compare it with Cape Town Social Club. That is the better direction if the group wants energy and a more defined evening-out feel. Prins & Aap is the more flexible call when the plan may shift and the location matters as much as the meal.
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Compare Prins & Aap
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prins & Aap | Amsterdam | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Vinkeles | Amsterdam | €€€€ · Creative | €€€€ | 2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #424We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Michelin 2 Stars2024 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #2432024 Michelin 2 Stars2023 OAD Classical in Europe Recommended |
| Renvy | Amsterdam | ; | ; | No published awards |
| até | Amsterdam | ; | ; | No published awards |
| OCCO | Amsterdam | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Cape Town Social Club | Amsterdam | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Prins & Aap?
Bar seating is not indicated. Prins & Aap is in Amsterdam and opens from 11 AM to midnight Sunday through Thursday, with hours extended to 1 AM on Friday and Saturday.
How far ahead should I book Prins & Aap?
Can Prins & Aap accommodate groups?
Group arrangements or seating capacity are not indicated. For a group visit, contact Prins & Aap directly before making plans.
What should I wear to Prins & Aap?
The dress code is smart casual. Keep the outfit neat and relaxed rather than formal.
