I've been to this bar a few times and what really makes the experience is if you have good…read morebartenders. During my favorite visits, the bartenders explain each drink you order as they serve it and tell you the story. Every drink has a story. Sometimes they are busy or not interested and you don't get the story. I wouldn't have noticed that the drink tastes like a salad, and not in the bad way, had the bartender not told me the story. A couple of times I asked if they have merch for sale and one time they had pins which I bought. The next time I came, they were out of both pins and shirts. Bummer. I recommend a visit when you're looking for a cool place in Amsterdam, especially when you are staying at the hotel.

Super Lyan was a must visit bar based on the videos I watched on YouTube about Amsterdam. The place…read morewas very cool and I received great customer service from the bartenders. The decor was very nice as well. I didn't try any food there. Now it comes to the important part of the review. It's all about the cocktails. I got the Beeswax Old Fashioned(17 Euros).It was very good and a nice twist on an old fashioned. My second drink was the Paradiso Manhattan(17 Euros) and it was a tasty cocktail with something extra. It came with a piece of chocolate that was made with mushroom powder. They paired well together. I can't give it five stars for one reason. The drinks were very good,but they were a little weak. I felt very little to nothing after my second drink. I'm not a big drinker and I have a low tolerance for alcohol. The drinks need to be a little stronger. More of a kick to them. I would still recommend Super Lyan to anyone that has the pleasure of visiting Amsterdam on holiday.

Yes! Henry's, I love you! You could not have done a better job. Your drinks are reasonable priced…read morefor cocktails, no drink is over 10 euros and most of them are around 7-8, which is fine. At most of my favourite cocktail bars the cocktails are very expensive and Henry's is just a bit cheaper: nice! The cocktails are also delicious and come in generous amounts, without that much ice (I hate it when a cocktails has way too much ice!). So very yummy and a good price. There are also many other drinks and nice wines, shots so there is something here for everyone. Henry's also quite a few has snacks and bites. We had the veggies with dips, which was a nice, fresh and healthy choice. The staff at this place is very friendly and happy, I really liked them. The whole place looks so nice as well. The cute vintage chairs and little tables, the big couches. Great place for sitting, drinking and chatting with friends. You can also sit on the terrace if the weather is nice, but I prefer to sit inside because of the pretty interior (and the cool wall art!). The photos I took of this place were made on a weekday afternoon when Henry's was not open, so you cant really see how nice and cosy it is by night. I think this might be my new favourite place! Also, if you're getting tired of cocktails you can just go to Bar Bukowski, which is also super fun. Remember: Henry's is only open on Friday and Saturday nights.

Henry's (which I like to pronounce in an annoying French way, uhhnrriii) is a fanTAStic place if…read moreyou are in the mood to cock your tail! I've been to many of the cocktail bars in Amsterdam and please allow me to explain why I like this place over the others. It IS why you are reading this review now, toch?! Simply put, this place takes out the super fancy smancy egg white foamy flamed distilled in diamond barrels Himalayan berry extract bio purple cucumber drinks and instead sticks with the classics. Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Hugo, and so on and so forth. The place and people are humble, gezellig and I feel like it's a place to just chill and drink some highly alcoholic drinks! No need to wear a tight mini skirt, make a special VIP reservation just to get in; no, just walk on in and ask your friendly bartenders, with stylish leather aprons, to help enhance your night with a nice mixed drink. And when you take away all the smoke and curtains, you can expect better prices! I never paid more than 7.50 for a cocktail that actually had more drink in it than ice. Vesper Bar used to be my fave Amsterdam cock-joint, but I'm afraid I've fallen in love when a man named Henrrrrry! Oh and the bartender with the Amsterdam XXX symbol on is right bicep is hipster hot. Can I say that on Yelp?!? Well I just did!!! Peace out and drink well Yelpers!!

Great little tiki Caribbean bar in Amsterdam! Love the theming, and the drinks can't be beat. We…read morehad a rum tasting with Kinga, and were so impressed with her vast knowledge and passion for spirits. Really appreciate her time and patience imparting that knowledge too! She mixed up two great tasting cocktails for us, so we were happy drinkers. Stop by Rum Barrel whenever you're in Amsterdam. You won't be disappointed.

I was so excited to find this spot While visiting Amsterdam…read more It was a Thursday evening when I stopped in and I was not disappointed. I barely made it back to my hotel I was so floored off 2 drinks and trust me I can hold my liquor. They aren't cheap pours! Drink at your own risk!! The bartender was great to talk to. It was a great way to end my trip!

We were exploring Amsterdam all day and really needed a drink! 20,000+ steps will do that to you…read more A friend visited Tales and Spirits a few years ago and recommended we go there if we had the chance. Apple Maps told me we were less than 1/2 mile away so we headed over there. Located just off a canal on a pedestrian walkway basically at the start of the Red Light District, we arrived soon after they opened and got a nice table near the bar. Forget ordering what you usually drink- the menu has dozens of concoctions most of which looked real good. I ordered a "T&S Old Fashion and my wife had "The Girl Next Door". Both were drink types we usually don't order but we loved them enough to order another round. Speaking of the menu-it's pretty entertaining besides all the drink choices. Also entertaining was watching the bartenders making the drinks with a huge flair of showmanship. Music tracks were great as well. Could have just stayed to listen to the music. The food options looked tasty as well but we were still full from lunch so we just opted to drink. By the time we left, Tales was pretty full. A fun place to come back to and recommend to friends.

First day in Amsterdam and was super tired. Asked at our hotel about a spot for a cocktail and…read moresmall plates for dinner and was sent to Tales & Spirits. After a very short walk, we arrived. The place was small but adds to the charm. Nice decor and friendly service. We each had 2 cocktails and split an order of Bitterballen and Truffle Risotto. I had never had Bitterballen but figured since I was in Holland, it was a must. So good. I would definitely recommend for a cocktail before/after dinner or if you're looking for some appetizers/small plates. Great spot.

Thanks to Iago from NJoy, we heard about this soeakeasy and decided to check it out. Reservations…read morerecommended. Carlota who answered the doorbell, was able to accommodate us at the bar (our preferred seating anyway). She took our coats, placed them in the coat closet up front and led us inside. Once seated, we were given gorgeous ruby red complimentary aperitif (hibiscus, honey, ginger). The drink menu is interesting, based on the concept of growing up, with more basic tastes to start and more mature complex tastes later on in life. (The drinks are more complex the later in the menu). I ordered the Awake at Last, and my husband ordered the Ruby Stone. Mine was sweet and coffee flavored and his was more tart and sour cherry flavored. When I tried his drink, I immediately felt nostalgic because it reminded me of umeboshi (pickled plum in Japanese food), so we ended up trading drinks. Both were great for supping. Sitting at the bar was fun, watching the bartender at his work. He was silent, focused, skilled, professional. So glad we checked it out! I didn't post pictures of the entrance or inside because I'll leave it to you to discover! (The fun of a speakeasy).

Epic bar. Social, open until 3am, and overall a fun time. Unique cocktails that were quite tasty…read morewith various flavors and interesting serving cups. Good for small groups or just at the bar.

Thouroughly enjoyed our visit here on April 6. We rang the doorbell and Iago the bartender greeted…read moreus, letting us choose where to sit--we chose the bar because we like getting to know the bartender and watching them do their mixology. We ordered beef bitterballen to try this traditional Dutch comfort food. Meanwhile, my husband ordered their signature cocktail called "Beurre Noisette" old fashioned and I ordered a Dutch Negroni (Negronis are my favorite drink to order wherever I go). Both were delicious! Meanwhile, we chatted with Iago the bartender, and Lily the manager. We learned more about Amsterdam and why so many people come here from elsewhere in Europe to work. Iago was super fun to talk to. He'd lived in Amsterdam for 7 years and It was only his first week here at NJoy. He was skilled as a bartender, being able to mix fabulous cocktails and also hold an interesting conversation at the same time. We'd go back just to be able to talk with him again, such a friendly bartender, very attentive, and professional. The beef bitterballen was so hot we had to wait a bit to try it. It comes with savory mustard that is better than any mustard I've tried before. Not sure why. The bitterballen were crispy fried with beef ragú inside. I'm not a fan myself but am glad I tried it. NJoy is elegant and romantic and cozy. There's another bar downstairs with a disco ball above. It would be fantastic to host a celebration event here. Their cocktails are memorable! Highly recommend!

Beautifully unique experience. Relaxing atmosphere and delicious drinks. The mixologists are…read morefriendly, and offer great recommendations. Don't miss out.

We stopped here for a cocktail. We did not have reservations so we had to wait until something…read moreopened. The server brought over a pinkish liquid and I asked what it was. He said water, so I assumed it was it was tinted from the lighting. When I took a sip it was a flavored water. I asked if it was gluten-free and he was very rude in his response. Basically was like um yea it just has spices in it. Spices may not be gluten free and could be of concern for a celiac. I asked him if any drinks were gluten free and he said all but 2. I wasn't confident that the drinks would be made separately from the non- gluten drinks so I opted not to get one. My friend got the bees knees and said it was really tasty. The server did come back and switch my water to regular at the end but he should have been upfront with what he gave to prevent any exposure to peoples allergies.

Flying Dutchmen is a really cool spot with great cocktails…read more I visited at 4 PM, shortly after opening, and got a table easily. It's a small space and can fill up quickly. The space is really cool, with some neat lit-up signs behind the bar and antique paintings on the ceiling. I tried a few cocktails and they were all tasty. These included the Flying Dutchmen -- their signature cocktail -- and the Umami Margarita. I was a bit hesitant about the Dutchmen because it was with gin and orange, but I liked it a lot. The margarita was unusual with some mushroom dust on the rim. Our server was very friendly and helpful.

Stumbled upon this absolute gem and cannot rate it highly enough. The drink menu is so creative and…read morethe cocktails are actually crafted, complex masterpieces- not your average vodka & sugary chemical concoction. Loved the Lavender Honey Sour & their signature drink especially but really enjoyed the adventure of trying different cocktails in comparison to the compass + walk/run/fly menu descriptions. Everyone working there took their time with us to chat professionally but casually and gave recommendations which made it an even better experience. Plus, it had a very cool ambiance and we were able to immediately be seated both times. When we travel, we like to try new places every time but this is the first time we decided we had to go back again before we left Amsterdam. Shoutout to Alina who was there both times! Not surprised to see she is an owner, she had that sh*t on lock!! Honestly an integral part of the enjoyment of our experience. Thanks for an unforgettable time!

Great drinks here!! Many options and the bartenders will make you whatever you are craving! The…read morepresentation of the drinks is on point! The bartenders were very attentive to us! Loved the ambience too! Pub tables with nice dark lighting and very quaint!

This is the only restaurant in the Jaz Hotel which is by Ajax ArenA…read more The restaurant is small but the menu is pretty good for dinner: Tante Door' chicken; Hotdog of the week (Weekly changing hotdog created by our chefs), Lamb shank, Flat iron steak, Mac and cheese, BBQ chorizo, corn, Rib eye from Finland, King prawn skewer, garlic spaghetti, and Indian vegetable curry. Lunch menu is much smaller and limited to hot dog, Chicken sandwich and Burger. Despite being very simple, the food quality and taste were excellent, however the price was on a higher side on what you would pay for burger (20 Euro) or hot dog (16 Euro). I did order and liked the Indian Vegetarian Curry dish there a lot as the coconut flavored rice was very delicious. I actually ate that dish twice while I was there. The service in the restaurant is outstanding.

The dim sum here is better than at Chinese restaurant. Hamburger was very good. My Miso soup was a…read morelittle too salty. Service here is fabulous. We also watched the World Cup final between the Netherlands and the USA. Even though we were cheering for the USA, the staff was wonderful (and we didn't get food poisoning haha).

Came to Amsterdam last year. Happened on this spot. Very hard to get to- do not be fooled by the…read morewalkable side that looks like there is a bridge - it is always closed! Enter through what looks like a deserted parking lot then you are almost there. We loved our visit so much that this year coming back to Amsterdam we book lodging in walking distance. We love Roest. It's like a rockabilly beach bar with a hip vibe and no fuss. We went back during the day as well and ordered food, which was also excellent. Go to Roest. Make the journey. You may end up walking a lot to get there but it'll be worth it! Dog friendly during the day at least when the beach side is open.

Nice sunny afternoon. Perfect place to chill with a cold beer and some snacks…read more If you want to, there is a wide artificial sandy beach facing the canal where you can lounge. It is all self service. In the bar drinks and by the roach coach the food. Burgers, patatas bravas and most of the usual bar food. All the surrounding buildings and also the bar are part of a dismiss factory/docks complex. The look and feel is nice post industrial decadence. Can be crowded