Tucked between grey office blocks and the kind of urban sprawl is a green hangar near IKEA that smells like hops, grilled ribs, and good decisions. Welcome to De Proefzaak - part tasting room, part monastery, part post-apocalyptic beer bunker.
Some bars you find on Google. Some you stumble into. And some, like Café De Knoop, appear on your radar via word of mouth by a friend of a friend, until suddenly you’re three spritzers deep, swaying to a one-man band singing about boats.
It’s officially spring, and that means it’s time for me to start my forever search of the perfect terrace to snack and sip away in the sunshine. I don’t mean to ever find one, I just enjoy the search. Meet the first contender: t'Huis aan de Amstel.
Did you know Café t'Papeneiland has been serving up legendary apple pie since 1642? With cozy nooks, secret tunnels, and pie that’s practically famous, it’s a spot that’s been tempting locals and tourists alike for centuries.
Belly Pepper in Oud-West has quickly become a must-visit spot for Amsterdammers seeking cozy vibes and bold Turkish flavors. With its intimate atmosphere and flavor-packed dishes, it's no wonder this place is always bustling.
If you’re like me and can never turn down a good craft beer, the MoreBeer beer tour might just be your dream day out. Four specialty beer bars, four brews, and a free t-shirt to cap it all off? Fantastic.
Vice Versa may look unassuming by day, but by night, it’s buzzing with craft beer lovers, friendly locals, and free comedy nights. This quirky, cozy bar on Ceintuurbaan is a true hidden gem—and well worth a visit.
Cheese lovers rejoice! Just steps from Vondelpark, Fondue and Fondue lives up to its name. This family-run gem has served up cheesy delights and fulfilled fondue dreams for over 17 years - and does it brilliantly.
Dopey’s Elixer is an Amsterdam institution: the oldest brown café in De Pijp, serving up 24 beers on draft, including their own jubilee brew. With a cozy terrace and welcoming vibe, it’s a must-visit for beer lovers.
Dante Kitchen and Bar has been all over my Insta feed of late. Mostly because of its Sunday brunch adverts – pizza, pasta, cocktails and beers. Suffice to say that it wasn’t difficult to convince me to book a table.
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