Amsterdam is such a culturally diverse city that you won't have any problem finding good quality food from around the globe. If you are after some local cuisine there are plenty of cheap and easy take-away options. Become addicted to poffertjes: a mountain of tiny fluffy pancakes drizzled with butter and sugar, or Vlaamse frites (Flemish Fries) made from whole potatoes and drowned in mayonnaise. For the more adventurous there are seafood dishes like smoked eel and salted raw herring.
Sit-down restaurants cater to all tastes and budgets. Avoid eating in the touristy centre of town as prices are generally inflated and the food somewhat bland. Vegetarians shouldn't have too many problems eating out as most restaurants have a meat-free option or two on the menu, and there are dedicated vegetarian restaurants scattered throughout the city.
Take a look at some of our recommended places to eat but don't forget to keep your eyes open when walking around town; if you spot a place packed with locals, why not give it a try yourself?