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Ask about: mislabelled dishes

  • Try the foul moudamas, which one reviewer praised for its flavor.
  • Good to know: Confirm that vegan bamia is prepared without meat, particularly when ordering delivery.
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  • Consider sharing the maza selection; reviewers describe the portions as generous.
  • Reserve ahead for busy periods; a reviewer noted that the restaurant can be popular.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention falafel, coffee and foul moudamas.

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Also hummus, muhammara, okra in tomato sauce and broad beans with tahini, garlic, onion, and tomato.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for generous portions, good value, fast service, lively atmosphere and beautiful interior.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Sham West serves Syrian maza and mains, with vegan dishes such as foul moudamas, falafel, and okra in tomato sauce; reviewers praise the generous portions and traditional flavors. The staff are often described as friendly and helpful, though one reviewer reported receiving meat in a vegan okra order and getting an unsatisfactory response when they called.

Vegan menu

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Sham West · dine-in · 14 dishes

More options may be available. Other dishes on this menu are still being checked.

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Witte de Withstraat 125-H, 1057 XR Amsterdam, Netherlands

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–22:00
Tuesday
11:00–22:00
Wednesday
11:00–22:00
Thursday
11:00–22:00
Friday
11:00–23:00
Saturday
11:00–23:00
Sunday
11:00–22:00

the food

4.4 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
  • Good service
  • Great atmosphere
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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
chickpeas, fava beans, lentils

Ask about: Dishes labelled vegan that weren't: check with staff.

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