Brasserie Baton

Herengracht 82, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Brasserie Baton sits on the Herengracht in Amsterdam centrum, doing the whole breakfast and lunch thing without any of the fuss. It’s a brasserie, a coffee bar, and a takeaway spot rolled into one, and honestly, the vibe is just relaxed. You come for the food, you stay because there’s no pressure to rush. The menu is straightforward but solid. Freshly baked bread all day, so your pistolet or ciabatta is always crackling fresh. They’ve got everything from a mozzarella di bufala sandwich to a warm goat cheese broodje with honey, thyme, and walnuts. Soups, salads, the usual suspects, but done properly. Vegetarian options are there, and if you’ve got gluten-free needs or other requests, they’ll sort you out without making it a thing. Breakfast starts at 8am: croissant, kruidkoek, fresh orange juice, and coffee or tea. Simple, effective. Lunch can be a quick pit stop during work hours or a longer sit-down, and they’re set up for both. No awkward waiting around, just a chill atmosphere and s…