ilario – Bologna-inspired Italian restaurant and aperitivo bar in De Pijp, Amsterdam
Aperitivo & Menu
From Bologna to an Italian restaurant & aperitivo bar in De Pijp.
Ilario is an authentic Italian restaurant and aperitivo bar, inspired by Bologna's everyday food and drinking traditions. This is where meals are social, generous, and built around tradition rather than trends. At the heart of the menu is Lasagna alla Bolognese, prepared the traditional way with sette strati (seven layers). Alongside classic aperitivo drinks, Italian wines, and shared plates, ilario brings authentic Bologna food culture to Amsterdam in a relaxed, social setting.
Aperitivo
The Italian way
Aperitivo at ilario follows the traditional Italian ritual: drinks first, food second, and more drinks after that. As an aperitivo bar in Amsterdam, ilario focuses on classic Italian cocktails such as Spritz and Negroni, paired with small plates designed for sharing.
Whether on the terrace in De Pijp or inside at the bar, aperitivo at ilario is about slowing down, connecting, and enjoying Italian drinks and food the way they are meant to be experienced.
Lasagna
Sette strati alla Bolognese
The signature dish at Ilario is the Sette Strati Lasagna, a traditional Lasagna alla Bolognese prepared according to the original recipe from Bologna, Emilia-Romagna. Built from seven carefully stacked layers of fresh pasta, slow-cooked ragù, and smooth besciamella, this classic Italian dish reflects the depth and structure that define authentic Bolognese cuisine. For those searching for authentic lasagna in Amsterdam or a true Italian restaurant in De Pijp, Ilario offers a genuine Bolognese experience. Served generously and designed for sharing, the Sette Strati Lasagna brings the flavours of Northern Italy directly to the table.
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Wine
Northern Italy in De Pijp
Ilario operates as both an Italian restaurant and an Italian wine bar in De Pijp. The wine list focuses exclusively on northern regions of Italy.
At ilario, you can have rosé on the terrace but also orange wine with your mortadella. It’s not about an endless list, but about the right wines, from the right regions, served the way they are in Italy: simple, social, and always in rhythm with the food.
Eventi
Italo disco at ilario
Beyond dinner and aperitivo, ilario hosts Italo Disco nights that reflect the lively side of Bologna’s culture. Classic Italian tracks, disco influences, and early-evening energy create a social atmosphere that evolves throughout the night. As drinks continue to flow, this italian bar shifts from relaxed aperitivo to a more energetic setting. Italo Disco at ilario brings together food, music, and social dining in Amsterdam, offering an experience that is both authentic and unapologetically Italian. Keep an eye on our Instagram page for upcoming special evenings!
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