"Zomers Restaurant" Zomers Tip by mightywease

We had intended to go to a different restaurant on the night we visited Zomers but it was closed for renovation. Walking back along Prinsengracht we happened to glance inside, which seemed inviting, took a look at the menu, which seems inviting and made a reservation. Our un-indented visit turned out to be a very delightful surprise as Zomers proved to be a fantastic little find!

The feel of the restaurant, and the flavour of the food, is bistro-style dining. The décor is plain but nice, white walls, silver topped tables and groovy lights (kind of metal and Perspex cylinders with coloured glass underneath).

The menu reflects Italian and French influences however alongside ingredients such as gnocchi and Italian sausage are Dutch shrimps and coco and lime seasonings reflecting a broader range of cooking ideas. There is a choice of 7 starters, 7 mains and 6 desserts, including a number of fish and meat dishes plus one vegetarian choice of starter and main course. The menu, therefore, is not extensive, however, perhaps this concentration on just a few dishes adds to the quality of the cooking, which is excellent (see below for what we had – for a full menu visit www.zomersrestaurant.nl). Portion sizes are big enough to satisfy but not too over-facing that you feel stuffed allowing you to savour and really enjoy starter, main and dessert.

Add to this a good choice of wine and drinks, friendly and efficient service and a relaxed atmosphere and you’ve got all the ingredients for a good dining experience and a great night out.

Favorite Dish: We had

Scallops with bacon, pasta, garlic and red peppers – very meaty scallops and tasty sauce
Avocado with crawfish, smoked halibut, horseradish and cream – mouth watering!

Cod with clams, rice, chilli and fennel (we think) – delicious
Gnocchi with herbs and artichoke, sun-dried tomato mousse and ricotta – wonderful, the gnocchi and artichoke formed a base upon which the tomato mouse, tasting like a thick pesto, was laid forming a kind of thick savoury cake – I want more!

Warm chocolate sponge with Lavender ice cream – Steve liked, a lot
Cheese Platter with Rye Bread – lovely selection of cheeses

Bottle of Rose wine, 2 glasses of port and 1 espresso

Total Cost for two people (not including service) 100 euros i.e. approx 68.30 sterling/120.88USD
- and worth it!

Address: Prinsengracht 411
Comparison: more expensive than average
Phone: 020 638 3398
Price: US$41 and up
Rating: 5
Theme: Other