Alfonso's

Phil Roberts

Google

Jan 31, 2026

5

Alfonso's Mexican & Grill: Where Amsterdam Does Proper Fajitas Booked online – dead easy, none of that "ring us during office hours only" nonsense – and from the moment we walked in, the host was on it. Not in that overbearing "how is everything?" every thirty seconds way, but genuinely attentive. You know, the good kind where you feel looked after without feeling watched. Here's what really got me though: the crowd. Proper locals. Not a tourist trap in sight. All ages too – young couples, groups of mates – everyone just properly relaxed and enjoying themselves. That's always the tell, isn't it? When the locals are there, you know you've stumbled onto something decent. Started with nachos because, well, you have to. And then we all went for fajitas. I opted for the prawn version because if I'm in Amsterdam, I'm not ordering chicken. The prawns were spot on – cooked perfectly, proper seasoning, sizzling away on the plate like they're meant to. The place itself? Everything just felt... right. Comfortable without being scruffy, lively without being chaotic. Now, I probably should have stopped there. I went for the crepe with ice cream for dessert. Out of this world. The kind of dessert that makes you immediately forgive yourself for ordering it in the first place. Will I go back next time I'm in Amsterdam? Absolutely. No question. If you're in Amsterdam and fancy Mexican, skip the obvious places and head to Alfonso's.