Lion's Head Restaurant & Brewery
Van Woustraat 36, Amsterdam 1073 LM
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Business Info
- Address: Van Woustraat 36, Amsterdam 1073 LM
- Cross Street: .
- Cuisine: American | German | South African |
- Cost: | Inexpensive
- Category: Brewery Restaurant
- Star Rating:
- Reservations: Recommended
- Dress Code: Casual
- Meals Served: Lunch | Dinner |
- Parking: Street |
- Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Cash | Apple Pay | Google Pay | Debit |
- Corkage Fee: N/A
- Website: http://lionsheadbrewing.com/
- Phone: 0648450378
- Features: Full Bar, Free Wi-Fi, Big Screen TV,
- Occasion: Business Dining, Meet for a Drink, Dog Friendly, Trendy / Hip, Date Night,
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Business Hours
Reservations Available
- Monday
- Monday 17:00 - 22:00
- Tuesday
- Tuesday 17:00 - 22:00
- Wednesday
- Wdnesday 17:00 - 22:00
- Thursday
- Thursday 17:00 - 22:00
- Friday
- Dinner - Restaurant 17:00 - 22:00
- Saturday
- Dinner - Restaurant 12:00 - 22:00
- Sunday
- Restaurant 12:00 - 20:00
Customer Reviews & Ratings
4.58 out of 5 stars based on 685 votes
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 8/10
Jun 07, 2022
Desmond H.
Just very sad , a lot of the menu was not available . I brought people from my company to experience bunny chow and none available
- Overall: 6/10
- Food: 6/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 9/10
Jul 04, 2023
Andre S.
We had to remove our own dirty starter plates and cutlery when the mains arrived. And when we asked for more cutlery, we got a surprised reaction as if we were not supposed to ask for more.
The steak egg and chips, why was the steak drenched in pepper sauce? The steak itself was very well cooked, but the sauce was a bit of a surprise.
Other than that. Great experience and a lovely place.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 06, 2020
Adam S.
One of, if not the best place in Amsterdam!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 8/10
May 06, 2022
Victor P.
Amazing service, drinks, food and atmosphere. One of my favourite places in Amsterdam!
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Feb 26, 2023
Margriet K.
Sorry about that the menu does not coincide with menu on internet.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 8/10
Jul 22, 2021
Lari F.
Great sphere and good service. The food was very good, but personally I would have liked to have a bit more choices. Will recommend!
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 2/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 04, 2022
Tiernan S.
I ordered the beef stew, and it was really average... very fatty meat!
But the people were SO nice and loved the beer and ambiance. I think I just had a bad plate.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 07, 2022
Kerry M.
Great place, good vibe and fantastic food! Love it!!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 07, 2020
Mitch V.
Absolutely the best!!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 07, 2023
Judy F.
What a culinary masterpiece! The food at Lion’s Head restaurant was amazing. We had biltong, droewors, trinchardo steak & lamb bunny chow. And the beers were exceptionally good too! Highly recommend (from a South African born now UK resident visiting Amsterdam).
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 31, 2022
Shaun R.
Wonderful place, especially as a South African expat to feel at home and have a great time.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 04, 2022
Marli R.
Loved it thanks!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 9/10
Jul 12, 2020
Stephanie M.
My friend and I had a wonderful evening at The Lion's Head...service and food were fantastic and the ambiance was very relaxed. Thank you!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 29, 2020
Lorraine C.
Can't fault this place, food is amazing and the service great :) We will be back!!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 12, 2023
Kuan-Da H.
Very good! Just liking it!
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 25, 2023
Ilse J.
The service at Lions Head is always amazing! Love the food and definitely one of my favourite places in Amsterdam!
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Apr 27, 2023
Jennifer W.
Loved South African cuisine. Come to England please!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 08, 2021
Willie E.
Awesome venue and food!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 09, 2021
Lars V.
Very kind people, extraordinary food. The hospitality is amazing and the room feels like you’re having dinner with friends at home.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 11, 2021
Nicolas W.
We were a group of 14 and had an awesome time at Lion’s head Bistro. Would highly recommend it for food lovers with great atmosphere :-)
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 09, 2023
Frank M.
Awesome people and service! We will come back
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 30, 2020
Kimberley C.
Was sad about the Blonde beer being out of stock
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 8/10
Aug 21, 2020
Lauren P.
A great time celebrating our friends birthday! Food was delicious and service fantastic!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 28, 2020
Mohammed M.
I love this place honestly, great food, great place, great service and friendly chatter. Anything lower than a 10 feels like a lie to me. Would recommend.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Apr 05, 2022
Christa Z.
I really Loved the service
And the food was really great.
We had the samosas as starters these were delicious.
What I really liked the most was that I felt like I was at home instead of Amsterdam
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 02, 2023
Patrick S.
Absolutely great service and great food! We were celebrating our friends birthday and were even able to plan a small surprise for him. Extremely nice service and food was excellent! Perhaps a bit too spicy (for us), which covered the flavor of the dish, but otherwise extremely delicious! Highly recommend visiting this place!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 13, 2022
Marihette S.
I visited the Lionshead on one of the quieter days of the week, but found the service really good and the staff friendly and helpful. The food was very yummy and good value for money, the Babotie Samosa's my favorite :-) I will definitely go back for the gezellige vibe.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 19, 2022
Amy S.
Great vibe for a Springboks match. Staff very attentive and helpful.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Apr 18, 2023
Nicol H.
Such a cool vibe! The batter of the fish n chips was a bit doughy. I'll be back.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 14, 2022
Joshua v.
Celebrated my wife’s 50th late lunch here. Being from South Africa it was like coming home. Great service and food. Thanks Shaun for the cake!
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 9/10
Jan 31, 2022
Roland K.
Best chicken in the country!
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 5/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Jul 17, 2023
Shaun D.
All the main dishes had too much salt.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 8/10
Apr 16, 2022
Wendy H.
Menu choice.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 14, 2023
Shelley D.
Awesome!!!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 29, 2022
Danny v.
It was great!
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 8/10
Jan 09, 2023
Sean M.
Firstly the service was impeccable and I must thank our waiter for the great service, but front of house is only as strong as back of house... I really can't say much for the back of house, to be honest....The food was average at best (Chicken was brilliant by the way) but the pre-ordered knuckle was a disaster. We pre-ordered 4 x knuckles which I was advised were not ordered once we arrived (After email confirmation), which also meant that the Ribs were unavailable. Then to make matters worse the brandy ran out as well as the Melktert shots, then when it came to paying the arrangement of price per head was also not arranged.... Pitchers of beers were offered in compensation (Thank you) but unfortunately when you looking forward to certain meals this just doesn't make the evening any better. I would still suggest to fellow SAFFAS to visit the Lions head but at the same time advise them to make sure everything you have requested is actually taken into account and arranged...... Lastly, the Lamb Bunny was ok (5/10)..... Too few chunks of meat (Clearly slow-cooked for a while as it was generally shredded) and very heavy with herbs and spices...... I certainly hope should I choose to visit again it's a better experience. Go well
Sean D McLeod
(Please note this review comes from having been in the restaurant & catering industry previously and is offered as constructive criticism. No offense is implied)
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 9/10
Jul 09, 2023
Carlos B.
All round, a great place to enjoy the home vibe :)
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 29, 2020
Inge F.
Love going back there! Fantastic food, drinks and people <3
- Overall: 5/10
- Food: 6/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 4/10
- Value: 6/10
Jul 26, 2020
Sharmin D.
I expected it to be much more authentically South African, but I found it disappointing, even though the fish & chips was quite good. The acoustics are terrible, you have to shout when talking to your fellow diners at the same table.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 23, 2021
Rinus P.
Delicious food as always paired with excellent service. Definitely going back ASAP :)
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 6/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 6/10
- Value: 6/10
Oct 04, 2022
maggie L.
nice atmosphere, good service, food not great, not everything was available and the meals we had were just average..nothing special at all..pity.
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 6/10
- Value: 7/10
Apr 19, 2023
Julie W.
The samoosas were very tasty and delicious, whereas the bunny chow was ok. Need to amend your website menu as offered nachos and when arrived not on the menu but an alternative on the menu, which we wanted to order but was not available. The ambiance close to open time was slightly low but probably better during the evening.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 18, 2021
Kathryn L.
Really friendly service, and the bunny chow is to die for!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 13, 2020
Bernard v.
One of the best restaurant-bars in Amsterdam! Unpretentious South African themed food, of a very high quality. Great staff
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 6/10
- Service: 4/10
- Ambience: 6/10
- Value: 5/10
Oct 12, 2020
Laurens L.
The staff did not speak any Dutch at all
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 7/10
Apr 20, 2023
Kaylon S.
Wors was heavily undercooked nearly raw and we waited a very long time for our food.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 24, 2021
Lynn d.
Great food and excellent service. Every effort was made to make our experience an enjoyable one. We will most definitely be back!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 15, 2022
Christiaan W.
Great atmosphere and great food! Will definitely be back again!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 29, 2021
Dina B.
Such an amazing experience, all round. Xandy took such great care of us, the best service we’ve had in 8 months and the food is top quality! Thank you!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 27, 2023
Robo K.
Awesome. Nice people and good food.
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 6/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Aug 19, 2021
Ralph M.
The food unfortunately was quite mediocre. Could include even more SA classics on the menu.
- Overall: 6/10
- Food: 3/10
- Service: 6/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 7/10
Nov 16, 2022
Bevon B.
I'm from Cape Town and i thought that the service could have been much better .
The thing That Bothered me the most was that the chefs wasn't even from
South-Africa , i ordered a T-bone steak and a half a chicken and it was not worth the price i paid .
I was not very impressed by the quality of the food.
The friendliness of the staff was also questionable.
I now i sound like a real Saffa by complaining about this , but these are all values that we as Saffas appreciate .
Thank you .
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 14, 2020
Vincent B.
Am amazing time. The owner/waiter is super dynamique and joyful person. The craft beers was délicieux... the watertool
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 5/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 27, 2023
Michael B.
Ended up i ok Niu coming for a couple of beers, but both the stout and IPA I had were very good. It was still early for them so it was quieter than normal I’m sure. Food that I saw come from the kitchen looked great though, wish I hadn’t eaten earlier as I had intended on trying some of those dishes. Overall I enjoyed the experience.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 26, 2021
Marco A.
Fantastic!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 30, 2023
Michael K.
Spot on as always guys!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 29, 2022
Jennifer S.
Fabulous service, great night
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 27, 2023
Catherine H.
We had a fantastic experience for our son's 21st birthday celebration! You impressed us with your great hospitality, which was both attentive and considerate. We were impressed that our main meals were served simultaneously, despite us being a large party, and our guests took great delight in trying our much loved South African meals and drinks! Thank you for a great experience!
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Jul 14, 2023
Rainier J.
Food was good. Service was good.
They were out of biltong, salad and pork. Disappointing
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 08, 2022
NEIL B.
Great Bunnychow.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 24, 2020
Philip K.
Outstanding "Chicken Peri Peri" with fries and spinach salad for 20€. Excellent beer. They have two kinds of beer with scents of fruits (watermelon and orange, respectively, afaik), both of which taste fresh but not sweet -- awesome. The owner is a great host, very hospital, made us feel welcome.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 29, 2023
Ivan L.
Although they were short staffed the service was amazing, so was the food and everything that’s goes with it. Keep up the good work.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 27, 2020
Emma S.
Nice microbrewery beers, chilled vibe and great food!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 26, 2021
Colleen v.
fantastic as usual! great service, food and the vibe is amazing.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 11, 2023
Tony G.
Best Pork Knuckle and "Bunny Chow" we ever had, will be back
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 04, 2023
Stephanie M.
A great experience!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 08, 2022
Florina C.
Totally recommend, it exceeded our expectations
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 27, 2020
danny s.
ALL PERFECT. AWESOME
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 18, 2022
Jon H.
Excellent food, great beer, better atmosphere
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 26, 2022
Simone L.
Love Lions Head - not just because I am a South African, but because the food is just yummmmmm!! Anything spicy on their menu is actually spicy and super flavorful! 10/10
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 5/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Aug 05, 2022
Roland K.
Maybe the 5 for the food isn't fair. But I came for the best chicken in the country. But with the change of the chef apparently, that was no longer the case. They changed the recipe completely. They just poored some hot sauce and that was that. Even put koriander on my chicken!!!
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 7/10
Mar 05, 2022
Jocelyn B.
The restaurant was not full at all at the time and we waited for quite some time to be served. Two of the meals were mixed up. Hoping for a better experience next time.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 22, 2023
Bianca K.
Great experience! Amazing food, friendly staff and a nice atmosphere.