Dinner, Theatre and a Room Upstairs: Brasserie Lenny and Balkissoon Theater
Chassé Hotel Team · Published · Updated · 2 min read
In short
Brasserie Lenny is a modern French brasserie in the former Christus Koningkerk on James Wattstraat in Amsterdam Oost, part of Chassé Hotel Oost. It is open Wednesday to Sunday, with the kitchen open from 11:30 to 21:30. The same building holds Balkissoon Theater and Chassé Hotel Residency, so you can eat, see a show and sleep under one roof.
Key facts
| Restaurant | Brasserie Lenny, modern French brasserie |
|---|---|
| Address | James Wattstraat 56–58, 1097 DM Amsterdam |
| Opened | 24 August 2026 |
| Open | Wednesday to Sunday, kitchen 11:30–21:30 |
| Closed | Monday and Tuesday |
| Groups | 6 to 70 people |
| Reservations | +31 20 238 2310, info@brasserielenny.com, brasserielenny.nl |
What is Brasserie Lenny?
Brasserie Lenny is a modern French brasserie in Amsterdam Oost. French classics, prepared light and modern, with Amsterdam warmth. It is a place for long lunches, good wine and evenings that run a little later than planned. It opened on 24 August 2026 in the former Christus Koningkerk, part of Chassé Hotel Oost.
The Christus Koningkerk was built with money raised by the community, as thanks that Amsterdam had been spared during the war. It later stood empty for years and was marked for demolition. Today it is a hotel, a brasserie and a theatre.
What is on the menu?
A few dishes guests come back for:
- Entrecôte with roasted beet cream and crispy potato skins
- Cabillaud beurre noisette, cod with brown butter
- Pickled and grilled aubergine, the vegetarian main
- Charcuterie to share, €16.50 for two
The menu changes with the season. See the current menu on brasserielenny.nl.
When is Brasserie Lenny open?
| Day | Kitchen |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday to Sunday | 11:30–21:30 (lunch from 11:30, dinner from 17:30) |
What is Balkissoon Theater?
Balkissoon Theater is the theatre in the same building, with a hall for around 500 people. It carries the name of Lenny Balkissoon.
On a theatre night you can have dinner at Brasserie Lenny before the show, and walk upstairs to your room afterwards.
Can hotel guests eat at Brasserie Lenny?
Yes. Brasserie Lenny is in the same building as Chassé Hotel Residency and is open to hotel guests and to everyone else.
Can you book Brasserie Lenny for a group or a business lunch?
Yes. The brasserie takes groups of 6 to 70 people. Groups of up to 10 can book online. For larger groups, email info@brasserielenny.com. Invoicing to your company is possible. The current team lunch is €27.50 and the business dinner is €37.50.
The building also has event spaces: a dining hall for around 200 guests and two linkable salons for around 60 and 90.
How do you book?
Reserve a table on brasserielenny.nl or call +31 20 238 2310. Book your room at Chassé Hotel Residency.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Brasserie Lenny?
At James Wattstraat 56–58 in Amsterdam Oost, in the former Christus Koningkerk, part of Chassé Hotel Oost.
What are the opening hours of Brasserie Lenny?
Wednesday to Sunday, with the kitchen open from 11:30 to 21:30. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.
Does Chassé Hotel have a restaurant?
Yes. Brasserie Lenny, a modern French brasserie, is in the same building as Chassé Hotel Residency in Amsterdam Oost.
Is Balkissoon Theater in the same building as Chassé Hotel?
Yes. Balkissoon Theater is in the former Christus Koningkerk, together with Chassé Hotel Residency and Brasserie Lenny.
Can Brasserie Lenny host groups?
Yes, from 6 to 70 people. Up to 10 can book online. Larger groups by email at info@brasserielenny.com.
