Open Restaurant in Amsterdam
Complete guide to open Restaurant in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Market analysis, costs, competitors and opportunities.
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Best zones to open a Restaurant in Amsterdam
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Last reviewed: 2026-09-01
Restaurant · Amsterdam — key figures
- Average investment
- €120,000 - €400,000
- Commercial rent
- €28-55/sqm
- Local competition index
- 58/100
- Break-even
- 20-42 months
Source: WhereToOpen.ai location intelligence · 6 mapped neighbourhoods · 2026-09-01. Figures are modelled planning estimates, not audited financials.
Top 3 areas: Restaurant · Amsterdam
Scored 0–100 on footfall, competition, rent and business-type fit across 6 mapped neighbourhoods.
- 174
De Pijp
High footfall, crowded market, strong fit for this business type
Rent: €28-45
- 270
Noord
Low competition
Rent: €3,000-6,000
- 370
Zuidas
High footfall
Rent: €8,000-18,000
Franchise brands in this category — best location in Amsterdam
De Pijp is the highest-scoring area in Amsterdam for this category (74/100), so it is the first place to look for any of these brands. Franchise fees and contract terms are set by each brand.
- Best location for a McDonald's in Amsterdam— De Pijp, 74/100
- Best location for a Subway in Amsterdam— De Pijp, 74/100
- Best location for a Poke House in Amsterdam— De Pijp, 74/100
Evidence and limitations
Confidence: 100%- Observed data
- 6 mapped neighbourhoods and available local rent evidence.
- Published data
- Business category and city reference datasets.
- Modelled data
- Zone scores and financial ranges are planning estimates, not audited outcomes.
Modelled 2026 estimate combining the Restaurant category benchmark with Amsterdam rent, salary and permit-time data and 6 mapped neighbourhoods.
Market Snapshot
Data-driven signals for restaurant in Amsterdam.
Opening a restaurant remains one of the most searched local business moves in 2026.
Competition is 58/100. Competitive market means differentiation matters more than price.
Average investment: varies • Typical revenue: N/A.
Quick Answers
Is Amsterdam a good place to open a restaurant?
With medium foot traffic and 58/100 competition, the opportunity score is 50/100. A street-level report is the only way to confirm demand on a specific address.
How much does it cost to open a restaurant in Amsterdam?
Startup investment typically ranges varies. Monthly rent in Amsterdam is around €28-55/sqm. Use the cost breakdown page for a detailed estimate.
Market Overview
✅ Key Metrics
- Population: N/A
- Foot traffic: Medium
- Business density: Medium
- Currency: EUR
⚠️ Competition
- Competition level: 58/100
- Avg. rent: €28-55/sqm
- Language: Local
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