Il Pecorino

Van der Pekplein 11, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Il Pecorino is an Italian trattoria and bar-bottega in Amsterdam, open every single day. The restaurant side starts at 17.00 with proper Tuscan cooking: handmade pasta, wood fired porchetta, a serious rib-eye, and a fish soup that sounds like it means business. They also do a full menu of antipasti, including a cheese platter where pecorino is the main character, obviously. Right next door is the Bar-Bottega, open from 13.00. It's the more casual spot: cicchetti, coffee, wine, cocktails, beer, and pizza al taglio by the slice. You can also grab Italian pantry staples like olive oil, cookies, and pasta to take home. No reservation needed, just walk in. They do take reservations for groups, work drinks, or parties. The vibe is straightforward Italian, no fuss. The menu is long and specific, which is a good sign. They also do takeaway and catering on request if you want their food somewhere else. It's at Van der Pekplein in Amsterdam, and if you want a guaranteed table, book online. The t…