Fiona Amsterdam: Free Margaritas, Tacos & Canal Vibes
Published: 2026-05-08•Linn Brandsma
If you're looking for a Mexican night out in Amsterdam that ticks all the boxes — great food, creative cocktails, and a buzzing atmosphere — Fiona in the city centre is exactly where you need to be. Here's the insider tip that makes it even better: arrive between 5 and 6pm and you'll get a free frozen mango margarita on the house. Yes, free. And yes, it's delicious.
Set inside a stunning historical building in the heart of Amsterdam with views out over the water, Fiona serves Mexican-inspired dishes with a creative twist. Whether you're planning a date night or a group dinner, this spot delivers on every front.
If you're looking for a Mexican night out in Amsterdam that ticks all the boxes — great food, creative cocktails, and a buzzing atmosphere — Fiona in the city centre is exactly where you need to be. Here's the insider tip that makes it even better: arrive between 5 and 6pm and you'll get a free frozen mango margarita on the house. Yes, free. And yes, it's delicious.
Set inside a stunning historical building in the heart of Amsterdam with views out over the water, Fiona serves Mexican-inspired dishes with a creative twist. Whether you're planning a date night or a group dinner, this spot delivers on every front.
The Cocktails at Fiona Amsterdam
We kicked off our evening with that complimentary frozen mango margarita during the 5–6pm happy hour — a smooth, icy, tropical start that set the tone perfectly. Later in the evening we worked our way through the rest of the drinks menu and were not disappointed.
The Smoke & Passion is one to order if you're into mezcal. It's intensely smoky — not for the faint-hearted — but incredibly satisfying. Then came the showstopper: the porn star martini, made table-side with a bubble blown right in front of you. It's the kind of cocktail moment you'll want to film.
The Food: From Guacamole to Creative Mains
We started with guacamole and crispy chips — simple but done really well. The chips had that perfect crunch and the guac was fresh and well-seasoned. From there we moved on to the tacos. We tried both the tuna taco and the beef taco, and honestly the beef taco was the standout: fully loaded, generous in size, and great value for money.
The quesadillas came next — warm, cheesy and packed with jalapeños. The melted cheese pulled apart with every bite. We also added some calamari to the table, which was a solid addition, and then came the real surprise of the evening: salmon with purple potato. It's not what you'd expect from a Mexican restaurant, but it was genuinely delicious — light, well-cooked, and different in the best way.
Conclusion
Fiona Amsterdam is a strong pick for a Mexican night out in the city centre. The free frozen mango margarita between 5 and 6pm is a genuinely great deal — make sure to arrive early and take advantage of it. The beef taco is worth every cent, the cocktails are creative and well-made, and the atmosphere inside the historic canal-side building is hard to beat.
Whether you're planning a date night or coming in a group, Fiona delivers. It's not a traditional Mexican restaurant, and that's precisely the point — it takes Mexican flavours and elevates them in a setting that feels uniquely Amsterdam. We'll be back.
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