Posted on: August 1, 2025

Burger Bar: Better than McDonald’s, Worse than Grandma’s

In the middle of the Warmoesstraat, the Burger Bar is located: A slow-food burger chain with already 3 restaurants in Amsterdam! The branch at Warmoesstraat looks pretty cosy compared to standard burger chains, with wooden walls and subtile lighting.

Burger Bar Warmoesstraat: Honest Review of Amsterdam’s Favorite Burger Spot

Location & Atmosphere

Burger Bar Warmoesstraat sits right in the heart of Amsterdam, close to Dam Square and the Red Light District. This makes it an easy stop whether you’re sightseeing or just hungry after exploring the canals.

The restaurant has a casual, urban vibe. Wooden tables, a lively crowd, and the smell of sizzling burgers create a cozy, fun setting. It’s not fancy—but that’s the point.

Many visitors love the laid-back energy here. One Google reviewer shared:

“Perfect place to grab a burger before a night out. Warmoesstraat is always buzzing, and this spot matches the vibe.”

Quick snapshot of the vibe:

• Noise level: lively, but not overwhelming

• Style: casual and modern

• Good for: groups, solo travelers, and late-night cravings

Burger Selection & Customization

The menu at Burger Bar Warmoesstraat is built around choice. You can pick your type of meat, your toppings, and even the size of the patty.

Here are the main patty options you’ll find:

Add-ons like avocado, jalapeños, bacon, or cheddar cheese let you build your burger exactly how you like it.

Customers often highlight the flexibility. As one Google Review puts it:

“The burger was amazing, and I loved being able to add exactly what I wanted. Felt made just for me.”

This level of customization is what makes Burger Bar stand out from other Amsterdam burger spots.

Quality & Ingredients

Quality is at the center of Burger Bar’s promise. The beef patties are freshly ground, and the buns come soft but sturdy enough to hold everything together.

The fries are hand-cut and served with Dutch mayo, a local touch that visitors appreciate. Drinks include cold beers, soft drinks, and milkshakes for those craving something sweet.

A Google reviewer said it best:

“One of the juiciest burgers I’ve had in Amsterdam. You can really taste the difference in the meat quality.”

Ingredient highlights:

• 100% fresh beef, never frozen

• Locally baked buns

• Hand-cut fries with signature sauces

• Veggie-friendly options

This focus on simple, fresh ingredients is why so many people come back again and again.

Service & Experience

The service here is fast-paced, which fits the busy Warmoesstraat setting. You order at the counter, then food is brought to your table.

Staff are generally friendly, though during peak hours it can feel a little rushed. That said, most visitors report positive experiences.

As one guest wrote on Google Reviews:

“Staff was friendly even though it was really crowded. We got our food quickly and everything was hot.”

What to expect:

• Ordering: quick and easy at the counter

• Wait time: usually 10–15 minutes for food

• Peak hours: evenings and weekends get busy

If you want a slower, relaxed meal, aim for off-peak times like mid-afternoon.

Value for Money & Verdict

Amsterdam is not the cheapest city, but Burger Bar Warmoesstraat delivers good value for the quality. Burgers range from around €9 to €14, with Wagyu at the higher end. Fries and drinks add a few more euros.

Compared to chain fast food, it’s pricier—but the quality and portion sizes make it worth it.

Here’s a simple breakdown:

Loud music containing of recent pop songs  is coming out of the speakers. Not surprisingly, the food at Burger Bar contains of standard burgers, which are served on toasted buns with lettuce, tomato, pickles and burger sauce. For extra money of course,  there’s lots extra to choose: 4 different kinds of meat (beef), 2 different sizes and extra toppings like cheese, bacon, egg, jalapeno etc.

Other “dishes” are soms sandwiches, fried onion rings and fries. Prices are reasonable. Ordering takes place at the bar, where you get a number so the waitress knows where she has to serve the food when ready.  After waiting for about 15 minutes, the taste of the burgers was OK: you can taste it’s not an originally frozen burger from McDonalds and the toppings taste pretty fresh, but the authentic home-made burger taste is missing. Did the cook forget to add some essential spices like salt?

Another shortcoming is the bun itself: Although it’s toasted, it’s becoming soaked pretty fast because of the sauce and the juices coming out of the burger. When we were finished, napkins were missing on the table but they were being restocked a few minutes later.

Final verdict: Burger Bar Warmoesstraat is one of the best burger spots in Amsterdam for travelers who want flavor, freshness, and a buzzing location.

One happy reviewer summed it up:

“Hands down the best burger I had in Europe. Worth every euro!”

Google Reviews & Rating for Burger Bar Warmoesstraat

Burger Bar Warmoesstraat has:

• Ein rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars

• Based on 4,366 Google reviews

Why it matters

• 4.5/5 is a strong, positive signal from diners — people generally have great things to say.

• 4,366 reviews is a high number, showing the place is popular and trusted by many visitors.