Meal Costs in the Netherlands: Price Guide

City: Amsterdam/Rotterdam/Utrecht > smaller towns.
Time: Lunch cheaper than dinner; "dagschotel" (daily special) ~12–18€.
Drinks: Beer/wine 4–8€; coffee 2.5–4€; tap water free on request.
Group deals: Some offer sharing platters or fixed menus for 4+.

Typical per-person prices (2024, excluding drinks unless noted):

Category	Price Range (€)	Examples
Budget / Fast food / Café	10–15	FEBO, McDonald's, bakery lunch, street food
Mid-range Restaurant	20–35	Bistro, ethnic (Indonesian, Surinamese, Turkish), pub grill, 2-3 courses
Fine Dining	50–100+	Michelin-starred, tasting menus, wine pairing extra

Key Variables

Overall, dining out is moderately priced vs. Western Europe; quality is high.

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