Amsterdam restaurant - Gili Trawangan

Seeking a new favourite hangout for breakfast and brunch in the Gilis? Go Dutch at Amsterdam Restaurant in Gili Trawangan. Located in the heart of Gili T, this is a refreshing new concept for café style casual dining, complete with authentic island vibes.

This should be your new go-to spot for a quick caffeine pitstop, morning breakfast, brunch or a lazy lunch. Set in a large coconut grove, it has covered and outdoor dining on the terrace in stylish, rustic décor with natural timber and rattan. The location in the centre of the island means quietude a world away from the stream of e-bikes, horse carts and noise of the main beach strip. It’s the perfect stress-free way to start the day.

Uniquely, it serves up shareable small plates for breakfast and brunch offering a range of eclectic options that can be tailored to your tastes. This is a mix and match concept that appeals to a variety of palates, making it popular with couples and groups. The five-dish customisable lunch set is a popular highlight.

Serving local Indonesian options as well as a wide array of international dishes, locally sourced fresh ingredients are mostly used. The guest service reflects genuine hospitality and there are playful little touches that add to the experience, notably the charming oversized coffee mugs and earthen tableware.

Amsterdam’s menu is wide ranging and inventive, and fully customisable. Breakfast options include fluffy pancakes, eggs any way, breads, plus healthy fruit salads, berries and yoghurt bowls. It also has all the caffeine options covered. There’s a barista made espresso, flat white, latte cappuccino and more, plus various teas, juices and smoothies.

There is an inventive selection of breads and dips, plus starters like nachos, bruschetta and beef carpaccio. The list of mains is eclectic with satay, Chicken Piri Piri, BBQ pork spare ribs and a meat lover’s mixed grill with all of these included and more. Amsterdam has its own unique burger options including a mixed bean patty for vegetarians. Other veggie options include falafel, cauliflower curry and quinoa salad.

Room for a delectable dessert? It serves up a traditional Dutch stroopwaffle with ice cream and the classic apple crumble. The well stocked bar features smoothies, beers, wine, liquor and expertly mixed cocktails like Mojito, Pina Colada and the classic margarita.

In short, Amsterdam Restaurant transcends merely a place to eat – it’s an all-day culinary destination to snack or dine exactly how you like, with fully customised meals and relaxed island vibes.