Manneken Pis Amsterdam

The fries were outstanding. Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside, they were so good that we came back day after day just to have them again. The portions are very generous!! even the small size was more than enough for two people. The line moves quickly, and the staff are incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely focused on giving you a great experience. We really enjoyed it and highly recommend it.

Manneken Pis Damrak is one of those places you try because it feels like part of the local culture. I ordered the small portion, added truffle mayo and parmesan, and the total came to around eight euros. The fries were tasty, crispy on the outside and soft inside, and the sauces made them even richer. But honestly, the portion was extremely filling. Even the small size was enough to completely shut down my appetite for the rest of the day. I genuinely could not eat anything after that. I understand why people enjoy it, and as a cultural food stop it makes sense to try once. For me, it was a good experience, but definitely a one time thing. I am glad I tried it, and that was enough.

Not Worth the Hype or the Price!! I used to come here every time I visited Amsterdam, but after this visit, I won’t be back. First, the prices are exaggerated. The portion size doesn’t match what you pay, and there’s no real value for the extra cost. Second, the ketchup I chose was extremely disappointing—tasted like a cheap, commercial product with no character at all. Third, the fries themselves were a letdown. They seemed frozen and reheated rather than freshly cooked. The texture was off—overly crunchy on the outside, yet undercooked inside. It feels like they’re cutting corners and pushing for volume over quality. The experience has lost what once made it special. I wouldn’t recommend making the effort to come here. You're better off trying a corner shop with simple, honest fries. To make it worse, I know how this usually goes: a polite reply will show up saying, “Thank you for your feedback, we’ll forward it to the manager.” And then… nothing happens. The same disappointing experience continues, and the easy, unearned money keeps coming in while customers who come from far away leave frustrated. That’s the real shame.

There’s usually a line, but it moves fast and is worth the wait. The fries are really good, especially with the truffle and garlic sauce. The medium portion is big and more than enough .