The Dutch like to eat soup and sandwiches for lunch, often with a glass of milk. Just like the English, they like their chips, and they have waffle kiosks like the Belgians. A local speciality is “bitterballen” (bitter balls), a kind of fried cheese croquette which is served as a snack with beer at cafes. This might not sound very enlightening from a gastronomic perspective, but Amsterdam is also known for having some of the best Turkish and Indonesian restaurants in Europe. In addition, common themes in the most popular restaurants are stylish but pleasant decor, simple but well cooked food made from first-class ingredients and a relaxed atmosphere. Amsterdam houses many innovative restaurant trends. The latest developments are ecological fine cuisine, trendy restaurants in historical buildings and multi-function places where the restaurant also functions as a bar and night club.