Vegan
Organic
European
Fusion

A plant-based food and drinks bar that features artisan cheese platters, sandwich with carrot lox or croquettes, four burgers, vegan cheese fondue, pastas, shoarma, creme brulée, sticky toffee pudding, and brownies with ice cream. Instagram: @watsonsfood. Confirmed closed January 2023.


246 Reviews

First Review by MartijnBanse

WiderVistas

Points +1833

Vegan
15 May 2022

Special night out

The cheese platter, the fondue and the cup-o-noodles ramen were obviously made with care and beautifully presented. The cheese platter could have used one or two more slices of bread or some crackers in order to savor every bite of what was on the plate - including the homemade honey and raspberry compote. Of course, if you rather taste the cheeses completely on their own (which is also wonderful), then this is no problem at all. The vegetables on the fondue plate had a nice flavor with and without the cheese (especially the carrots), however something was wrong with the celery. It was so fibrous that we couldn't bite through it or even cut through it with a knife. Similarly, the corn in the ramen was incredibly tasty on its own, but we couldn't bite through the large piece of bok choy (and being in a soup bowl, we couldn't try using a knife). Service from Ruby was super attentive and professional. Ruby was the highlight of our evening, from explaining the menu to sharing personal stories. Because so much time goes into the cheesemaking - and because the cost reflects that - dining at Mr. & Mrs. Watson is ideal for special occasions and celebrations.

Pros: artisanal vegan cheese

Aneaneringenting

Points +13

Mostly Veg
06 May 2022

The perfect place to be

Really good food, and the nicest people! Also good for people with coeliacs / gluten intolerance, with a clearly labeled menu and several options. All items on the menu are cruelty-free, and they donate to several good causes. Even the wall paint is pro-environmental - whats not to like!

Pros: Fantastic food, Excellent service, Pro-environmental and ethical

Vik4400

Points +61

Vegan
18 Apr 2022

Vegan Cheese

I waited for almost t wo years to get their cheese in my hands. I was craving for it. When I thought about Amsterdam I thought about this place! The cheese was super tasty. Unfortunately some flavors were out of stock so I had the small cheese plate. Another reason to going back to Amsterdam!

Pros: fully vegan restaurant

JeppeJ

Points +269

Mostly Veg
18 Apr 2022

Fondue is back 💚

Last night in Amsterdam before heading home.
We would end a great trip with a visit to Mr. & Mrs Watson.

A good walk from the city center to the small restaurant in the Oost area.

We were welcomed right away and directed to our table.

We had a very hard time deciding what to order, because it all sounded really delicious.
The choice fell on “Bread & Spread” as a starter and “Prosecco Fondue” and “Orzotto” for sharing as main courses.

Mr. & Mrs. Watson is known for their cheeses, for which they have also won several awards, which is exactly why the choice was on the chosen dishes.

Fondue was something that belonged to the 80s and 90s, but this particular combination made us order this one with a certain skepticism. And wauw it tasted good. Would say though we are glad we chose to split a serving as it really filling.

We would also like to highlight the gravad carrots that came with the starter - it was a fantastic experience!

All in all, a really good evening in very cozy surroundings - another experience we would not have been without 💚💚💚

NOTE: REMEMBER to reserve a table - it’s almost impossible to get a table without!

Sproutdancing

Points +272

Vegan
04 Apr 2022

Insane!

Honestly the best food I've ever eaten. Fondue is exceptional. Even non vegan family members loved it!! 💗

Pros: 100% vegan , Great staff

Timo1974

Points +29

Vegan
25 Mar 2022

Awesome flavours


Nice music
Friendly staff

Pros: Everything is vegan, Tasty vegan cheese

Sanne86

Points +427

Vegan
19 Mar 2022

Great place

High grade burgers, awesome "cheese".

Pros: Cool and delicious entrees , Lots of options

NichMacD

Points +32

Vegan
19 Mar 2022

Incredible vegan fondue

Amazing service and the food was fantastic!

Veganforthewin

Points +3644

Vegan
14 Mar 2022

Great Variety

Great variety, full of flavour and friendly staff. Perfect

MaxFrVegan

Points +1658

Vegan
08 Mar 2022

What a fondue

The fondue was really interesting.
Really original to have vegetables and not only bread.
The service was pleasant.

Pros: Good service, Original

Cons: Pricy

SaskiaK

Points +710

Vegan
08 Mar 2022

Amazing

They understand vegan cheese. The taste is just amazing, not the typical chemical taste of vegan cheese. We had the cheese platter and brownie. The way they display the food is great, the atmosphere is comfy, and the food is just amazing. The staff is kind and very helpful. You pay a bit more than the regular places, but the is also better than the regular places. You should visit this restaurant.

Pros: Everything is vegan, Original, Fine dining

NeilCoombs

Points +128

Vegan
24 Feb 2022

Great Vegan Flavours

Very good range of vegan food. Expensive but worth the price. The vegan cheeses are very good and the fondue with seasonal vegetables was very nice. The staff were friendly and helpful - overall a treat and a very pleasant evening. The lunch time menu looks good too!

Pros: Interesting and tasty, All vegan, Produce their own vegan cheeses

Vege-Niki

Points +1693

Vegan
14 Dec 2021

Vegan cheese dream!

I love that the entire place is vegan! The cheese platter is amazing and so is the faux honey. I thought I was actually having real honey!

I love the little sandwich with faux salmon that is served early to mid days. It’s carrot filét in liquid smoke, with a spread créme cheese and capris. I’m only sad this isn’t served after a certain time during the day and that I went some times and missed it.

The burger is very nice, the fries a bit greasy but alright. There is Fritz kola! A lovely little place, all in all, and 10min walking distance to Oosterpark.

The staff is super friendly and helpful with the menu.

Highly recommended!

Updated from previous review on 2021-12-14

Vegan Betty

Points +622

Vegan
30 Nov 2021

I love it!!

The perfect restaurant with the perfect food.
Everything we had was delicious including the drinks.
I particularly loved the homemade "cheese" platter with "honey", also homemade, for which this restaurant is famous for.
If you are in Amsterdam it is a must!

Pros: Amazing food , Great drinks , Lovely service

Cons: A bit cold indoors

JerryWdm

Points +1759

Vegan
31 Oct 2021

Is this a dream?

My first cheese fondue after turning vegan I had here. It was better than any real cheese fondue I ever had and they even had gluten free options. If I could have dinner here every day I would. Thanks for existing 🙏

Updated from previous review on 2021-10-31

Pros: Better than real cheese fondue, Cosy atmosphere, beautiful restaurant, Gluten free options

Bernigoldlocks

Points +64

Vegan
26 Oct 2021

say 'Cheese'

Tbh Those word just says it all...
Cheese everywhere
and also
cultivated and produced in the house
u can buy a big plate full of cheese from them by ordering it...
crazy ha?

Chickpea(ce)

Points +195

Vegan
17 Oct 2021

Everything is delicious!

10/10 would highly recommend and I really hope to visit again! The atmosphere, service, food and energy is just perfect.
We ordered the small cheese platter to start which was amazing, the cheeses were so more-ish (once tasted, I wish we’d gotten the larger one).
Then for main: the teriyaki Italian and jalapeño burger, both on gluten free bread. The teriyaki Italian was chosen as it was hyped from a previous review we’d read, luckily it did not disappoint!
And last but not least to finish, the sticky toffee cake which was sweet but not too much (we shared and very glad we did because it was huge!)

Elveganogusto

Points +131

Vegan
10 Oct 2021

Delicious organic vegan paradise

The best restaurants in Amsterdam. Wonderful atmosphere and friendly stuff. The food was delicious and we have been there twice. High level cuisine and fair price.

Pros: Full vegan paradise, Delicious , Friendly stuff

mcld

Points +1300

Vegetarian
22 Sep 2021

Try the Camemberti

Their "Aged Camemberti" is seriously impressive! The texture is A+ amazing, and the taste is great: gentle hints of its cashew past, plus subtle savoury/blue notes. You should try it

Alfie84

Points +7389

Vegan
19 Sep 2021

amazing food

vegan cheeze fondue available - so delicious

Mar.H

Points +1956

Vegan
19 Sep 2021

Worth a visit

Overall a good experience! They offer some selected vegan dishes, nothing you can find at any restaurant. The service is very nice!
We had a good time enjoying our dinner, the ambiance is pleasant.

Cons: Quite expensive.

KristinaHauseux

Points +41

Vegan
19 Sep 2021

Great vegan experience

The food was excellent (we had the parpadelle with the vegan ragout) and the servants were super friendly. Would recommend 100 %!

Pros: Food , Service, Atmosphere

DominiqueDeterman

Points +112

Vegan
17 Sep 2021

1000000% recommend

I have been wanting to go here for a long time and it didn’t disappoint. Good food, great vibe

Pros: Very good food

Cons: Little expensive

plantfully_happy

Points +71

Vegan
11 Sep 2021

Mrs and Mrs Geniuses

We had the jalapeño and Italian burgers and the brownie… AMAZING! The crispy polenta inside the Italian burger was so delicious and our favourite was definitely the brownie. I wish they sold their dulce de leche because it is what really makes the brownie shine in my opinion. I can’t wait to go back, I want to try everything on their menu little by little 😍

Pros: Delicious food

Karin1975

Points +218

Vegan
30 Aug 2021

Creative vegan place

I went there with my family. Vegan Vega and omnivore. I did expect to restaurant to be bigger.. Service was good. The cheese was very good. Although ofcourse it is the concept, it would be nice to have some simple child friendly dishes.. The (dinner) dishes that are served now are all quite explicit in taste. Of you just have to order fries. My advice: add a simple vegan pizza or pasta pomodori for the kids.

Updated from previous review on 2021-08-30

Pros: Creative, tastes very special.

Cons: Relatively Expensive

SabrinaNyuki

Points +23

Vegan
26 Aug 2021

Best food experience in Amsterdam

The burgers and the cheese platter are just amazing! Reservations are required.

Pros: exclusively vegan , sustainable interiors , perfect portion sizes

Colizei

Points +62

Vegan
15 Aug 2021

Perfect

It was perfect!




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