Traditionally, Dutch cuisine didn’t have a lot more to offer than stamppot (mashed potato and veggies) or pancakes. Luckily, multiculturalism also translated to the kitchen, resulting in a wide variety of international items added to the menu.

And while the colonial period in Indonesia is still subject to heated debates, the Dutch-Indonesian culture clash had one blessing: the traditional rijsttafel (literally translated as “rice table,” rice served with a seemingly endless number of side dishes varying in spiciness).

One of the oldest Indonesian restaurants in the Netherlands, Sama Sebo of course serves the elaborate full rice table, but also offers a a small tasting platter with a little sample of everything for those afraid to commit to a whole feast.

As in many Asian restaurants, dishes come fast and hot. Before you know it, the friendly staff has placed your dinner on heating trays and you can dig in. The downside of this is that before you know it, the check is paid and you’re outside again, satisfied but a tad dazzled. Don’t let that little caveat put you off though, the atmosphere is great and the food even better.