The Walrus & The Carpenter

The Walrus & The Carpenter is an easy-going eatery in Amsterdam's up-and-coming Javastraat with a decor that embraces nautical clichés: buoys, fishnet lamps, driftwood and a large mural depicting Lewis Carroll's characters, for whom the restaurant was named.

Taste the ocean

Oysters play a prominent role here, with at least four varieties on offer daily. The rest of the menu is equally tempting, with crunchy calamari, perfectly cooked razor clams, and a great selection of bubbles, white wines and craft beer pairings.