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The best Stroopwafel in Amsterdam

Updated: Mar 29, 2024

Surely you know that Amsterdam is famous for its more than 160 channels, more than 1250 bridges, about a hundred islands.. And of course, you may have heard that it is legal to consume certain substances in the Dutch capital. However, apart from all this, Amsterdam is also famous for having probably one of the best and most typical sweets in Europe, the “stroopwafel”. This kind of waffle made like a round biscuit and filled with caramel has managed to conquer the hearts of millions of tourists who visit the city every year. And of course, once there I set out to find the best stroopwafel in Amsterdam.




In Amsterdam you will find countless stores offering what, according to them, is the best stroopwafel in Amsterdam. You will see wafer cookies of all shapes and colors, stuffed with nutella and almost anything you can imagine. However, this is nothing more than an attempt to dethrone the supreme cookie, the typical one; or what is the same, the best stroopwafel in Amsterdam.


To find the best stroopwafel in Amsterdam, you will have to go to the Albert Cuyp market, located near the Heineken factory, in the De Pijp district. If you are in Centraal, you can take the M52 and you will be there in about 10 minutes.


Once in Albert Cuyp you will have to look for the stall called “Original Stroopwafels”. You will recognize it for its humble appearance and the unmistakable flag of red squares and blue letters. Once you are nearby, the smell of fresh wafer will guide you, do not worry.

When it is your turn, surely you will doubt between choosing the chocolate or caramel stroopwafel … Listen to me, try the classic first, do not be confused by what others say. Ask for the original stroopwafel filled with caramel, you will thank me.


Surely your eyes widen when you see the waffle maker preparing your little treasure, that hot little circle just made, soft at first but a crisp touch at the end … Hmmm. And is that “Original Stroopwafels” maintain a family recipe that has been passed generation after generation, which gives it that unique and characteristic flavor.


All this, a homemade, family sweet with years of history for less than 2 euros! For less than 2 euros you can enjoy the best stroopwafel in Amsterdam!


If I still haven’t convinced you to try it, I don’t know what else I can do!? Well, how about up to 20 euros off for your next stay at any Airbnb in the city?


In case you dare to come to Amsterdam and experience all of the above, here is a link where you can claim the discount. What are you waiting for? Still not ready to try the best stroopwafel in Amsterdam?

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