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Oriole Garden Bistro brings the feeling of a Mediterranean garden to the centre of Amsterdam. Lush greenery fills the dining room, blurring the line between indoors and the beautiful garden it overlooks. The golden oriole, the restaurant’s namesake, sets a tone of freedom and welcome, inviting guests to enjoy the best of the Mediterranean table.
The kitchen, led by a passionate team, focuses on a seasonal menu that highlights pure, unadorned flavours. This dedication to quality and value has earned Oriole Garden Bistro a Bib Gourmand in the MICHELIN Guide Netherlands 2025, recognising it for good quality, good value cooking. The modern cuisine is served with a genuine smile, making every meal feel personal.
The restaurant is located within the Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam, and its hidden treasure is The Garden Terrace. Set in the hotel’s lush, green courtyard, this is one of the city’s best-kept secrets—a tranquil oasis just steps from the bustle of the city centre. On sunny days, the team serves the same Mediterranean dishes and signature Oriole-style cocktails on the terrace, the latter made with fresh herbs and produce grown on their own rooftop garden. The aperitivo tradition, so central to Mediterranean culture, is honoured here with a dedicated offering.
Open daily from lunch through to late evening, Oriole Garden Bistro welcomes guests for a light lunch, a relaxed dinner with family or friends, or simply drinks at the bar. The atmosphere is welcoming and unpretentious, designed to let you feel free. Whether you are stopping by for a seasonal plate or settling in for cocktails shaken by talented bartenders, this is a place where the journey to the Mediterranean begins the moment you walk through the door.
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