Amsterdam Falafel Now Accepts Euros

Everyone's favorite falafel joint in Adams Morgan has always screamed European. Obviously with the name, Amsterdam Falafelshop, the Dutch mayo, and pictures of the Netherlands pasted all over. But now they're going European in one more way.

Amsterdam Falafelshop now accepts payment in Euros. Is it a sign of the increasing value of the Euro, which is now worth $1.50 USD? According to Falafelier Pete Barich, it was because tourists from out of town would come into the restaurant late in the evening after banks and other currency exchange storefronts had closed. Rather than turn away paying customers, Amsterdam decided to allow payment in Euros.

Many stores in New York City have begun accepting Euros as well. Prices are based on the daily exchange rate, and customers are given change in U.S. dollars. Sounds awfully nice of them. But of course, with the value of the Euro skyrocketing the way it is, it's probably a great investment as well.