A surprise menu of 5 or 6 courses, each course from a different country.
A unique location by the water, in the centre of Amsterdam.
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on the IJ
4.6 on Google · 673 reviews
What makes dining at Nomad aan het IJ special?
Relax
No time slot, no rush. Just you, your company and an Amsterdam waterfront view.
Taste
Every course takes you to another country. Taste, smell and guess where you are.
Healthy and sustainable
Seasonal, honest ingredients, cooked with care and used from root to leaf.
A menu for everyone
Meat, fish or fully vegan: everyone makes their own journey around the world.
A culinary journey around the world in 5 or 6 courses
Looking for a special evening out in Amsterdam? By the water, overlooking the IJ, we serve you a surprise menu of 5 or 6 courses. Each course comes from a different country: from fragrant herbs of the Middle East to refined flavours from Asia and South America. Our hosts tell the story behind every dish, and you guess where it comes from.
That journey starts with our team. From Suriname to Slovakia, from Morocco to Gambia: we came together on the IJ, sharing a passion for food and hospitality. Read our story.
Eating vegan? Then you make the same journey with our fully vegan menu. Complete it with a glass or bottle from our wine list.
Surprise menu
5 courses € 82.50
6 courses € 92.50
A restaurant by the water, in the heart of Amsterdam
Large windows, soft light and a view that changes with the evening: from the last sun over the IJ to the lights of the skyline. Inside, you settle in at wooden tables and deep green velvet banquettes, atmospheric and relaxed, never stiff.
You will find us at IJdok 87, a 10-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station and opposite the Room Mate Aitana hotel. Coming by car? The IJDock car park is directly below the restaurant.
Dining out with a group on the IJ
A team dinner, birthday or business event? Bring your group to our table by the water, and everyone makes the same journey around the world. Groups of 8 to 55 are welcome, and from 25 guests the restaurant is all yours.
Everyone chooses their own menu, vegan included, and we take care of the rest: from dietary requirements to wine pairing and an invoice in your company name. Curious about the possibilities? Take a look at groups & events.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of restaurant is Nomad aan het IJ?
Nomad aan het IJ is a fine dining restaurant by the water in Amsterdam. You enjoy a surprise menu of 5 or 6 courses, with each course from a different country. There is a menu with meat and fish and a fully vegan menu.
How much does the menu at Nomad aan het IJ cost?
The surprise menu costs € 82.50 per person for 5 courses and € 92.50 for 6 courses. With 5 courses you can add a wine pairing for € 49.50 per person; a non-alcoholic pairing is also available.
Where is Nomad aan het IJ and can I park there?
Nomad aan het IJ is at IJdok 87, opposite the Room Mate Aitana hotel and about a 10-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station. The IJDock car park is directly below the restaurant and is open 24/7.
When is Nomad aan het IJ open?
We are open for dinner from Wednesday to Sunday, from 18:00 to 23:30. On Monday and Tuesday we are only open for groups and events.
Can I eat vegan or dine with an allergy?
Yes. We have a fully vegan surprise menu. Vegetarian, gluten-free or an allergy? Mention it in the comments when you book and the kitchen will adapt your menu.
Can we come with a group?
Yes. We host group dinners for 8 to 55 people, and from 25 guests you can book Nomad exclusively. Request a proposal via our groups & events page.
Is Nomad aan het IJ open at Christmas and on New Year's Eve?
Yes. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (24 and 25 December) we serve a 6-course Christmas menu for € 140 per person, with dinner starting between 18:00 and 20:00. On New Year's Eve we celebrate with a 5-course dinner including champagne, unlimited premium wines and a view of the fireworks over the IJ, for € 325 per person; that evening we welcome a maximum of 40 guests. See our Christmas dinner and New Year's Eve pages.
How do I book a table?
You book online via the Reserve a table button. Up to 8 people you book directly online; for larger groups, request a proposal via the groups page.