Located on the Spui, Café Hoppe is one of the oldest cafes in Amsterdam. Decor includes old gin barrels and sawdust on the floors. A true classic, this Dutch pub dates from 1670 and has a covered terrace. They serve a great breakfast and during the day you can order sandwiches and snacks as well. Try the bitterballen (Dutch meatballs). Breakfast is served between 08:00 and 12:00, lunch from 12:00 to 17:00 and bar snacks from 12:00 until late. Great service! read more

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Be still my heart! We didn't have tons of time in Amsterdam, but I'm glad we tracked down this cafe. I was surprised it wasn't busier, given the unique history of it. This was absolutely THE spot to try a sample of local favorite bar foods. We snacked on Dutch cheese, marinated olives, bitterballen, and meatballs, all with mustards and jams/sauces - every single bite was exquisite. They had a good sampling of local beers, and we tried a few different ones. The service was excellent inside, the bartender was friendly (and funny!) and served us attentively. I loved the original interiors and cozy brown cafe vibes. It's in a great location near other shops and sites if you're looking to make an afternoon of it - which you should! read more

Café Hoppe - Bitterballen, pickles and pickled onions, great beer, great bartender. - Pubs Near Me - Amsterdam, New Hampshire

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Great location on the Spui (pronounced Spow) next to the Negen Stratjes. Very crowded after work as the work week winds down, no matter the weather, as there are heat lamps to keep you warm. Fun place to go with friends - plenty of drink options and a great ambiance with lots of history - Cafe Hope has been there since 1670!! read more

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A quintessential Dutch experience inside or out. For the service was pretty exceptional considering my server was covering the entire outside. My Liefmans was served in the proper glass and on ice. Perfect read more

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The final stop of our food tour, Café Hoppe is a traditional "brown café" which means that it is dark wood, smoke-stained and just plain cozy. It's also one of the oldest drinking establishments in the city! We had a genever and a plate of dutch cheese with some pickles. It was actually perfect. As it was still a little drizzly and chilly today, this was a great spot to stop for a drink and a snack to wind up the afternoon. Really enjoyable spot and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. [Review 12093 overall, 1876 of 2019.] read more

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Incredible atmosphere, incredible (and handsome) staff. Make sure to go to the behind the bar for a speakeasy style bar and super fun vibes.

Café Hoppe is another one of Amsterdam's oldest bars, founded in 1670. This charming and historical pub is known for their excellent selection of Belgian beers and Bitterballen. Located on the Spui, next to Van Stapele Koekmakerij, this bar is popular amongst tourists and locals. During our visit we managed to snag a table inside (the weather was nice so the locals were taking advantage of the sunshine outside). We ordered a round or two of beers and the Bitterballen (Dutch specialty bar snack) which paired nicely with our beer. I noticed Van Stapele Koekmakerij had just removed a tray of cookies, fresh from the oven so I ran across the street and purchased several cookies to enjoy at the bar. I highly recommend visiting Cafe Hoppe if you are visiting Amsterdam! read more

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When we stopped by here to get a beer and some snacks I had no idea that this was one of the oldest bars in Amsterdam. It just looked like a cool place to hang out so we did. Sat inside facing the the open windows to the street to watch the afternoon cityscape pass by, as well as the World Cup playing on the TVs (real reason I wanted to stop in). The waiters were very friendly and the beer was delicious. The one thing I really wanted to try was bitterballen. I really had no idea what they were but I was told I needed go try them. They were quite tasty, ordered some bitterballen and some meatballs to snack on whilst drinking some dark beer and watching soccer. What a tasty combination. I later found out that bitterballen are dutch style meatballs. They are made of beef and/or veal with gravy as croquettes. I also found out that almost all the bitteballen in the various pubs, bars and restaurants are made off site almost all from one factory that makes, freezes and distributes them so it really does not matter where you eat these things. Definitely check this place out when you are walking/biking around Amsterdam. read more

Café Hoppe - Bitterballen up front and meatballs in back. - Pubs Near Me - Amsterdam, New Hampshire

Great place! Neat inside, and the food was really tasty! I had a salad plus meatballs, cheese, and olives. I drank a delicious cider on the side. We sat in a covered patio area, which was great for people watching. In a very central spot right near the Dam tram station. Definitely a great spot to grab lunch and rest your feet. read more

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If the Dutch Masters were alive today, this would most definitely be their hangout. Cafe Hoppe is loaded with old world charm and is one of the best brown bars in the city. The decor, selection of beers, and service make this one an iconic stop in the city. Yes, when people think of warm, inviting Amsterdam pub, this is what they are envisioning, for it is popular with locals and tourist in the know alike. . Oh, and now that I think of it, let me just say a word or two about this establishment's signature snack: Bitterballen...Yummo!!! These little deep-fried balls of deliciousness are the perfect complement to good Dutch beer. The so creamy that you would swear that they are loaded with cheese, but I am told that it is more akin to beef and gravy which is fine by me for as far as I am concerned beef and gravy is a cousin to cheese on the tastiness scale. Seriously, these babies were one of the best things that I have ever eaten in a bar. In fact, I really do think that they may nudge out my beloved American Buffalo Wings for ultimate bar snack. Again, I can't say enough about this spot but that I visited it every day that I was in Amsterdam. read more

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My local office coworkers took us there. It seems they need to drink several round of beer before dinner. When we got there, there are a lot of drinking outside of the bar. Don't they feel cold to drink outside in the winter? My coworker told me about the bar history. It looks very classic and traditional bar. Mr. Heineken likes it so much. So he bought this bar. So they serve Heineken beer most time. There are some sand on the ground. I don't know why. Maybe to prevent drunk people spill beer and mess up the ground. read more

Whenever I pass by this spot, I can't help but wander in for a quick jenever tasting. If you want to see a place with history, this is it. It has a cool story and has been open continuously for centuries. Each time, the staff has been friendly. Don't be put off by the crowd outside, there has always been room inside at the bar. read more

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Awesome place to grab a beer and just people watch. The inside is cozy but the sitting outside on the covered verandah is the best. Good cheap Belgium ale selection too - Leffe is a safe choice but also particular fond of the "Brand" (yes, that is the brand) I had here as well. read more

Just stopped by for some Cold beers and some bitterballen (of course) and these where some of the best we had on our Amsterdam stay. Prices are moderate and service fast and friendly. That the café is about 300 years old makes the ambiance even better. read more

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Bitterballen were delicious! Chicken soup was surprisingly tasty. 4 stars for one of our beers served warm. read more

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Locals favorite - always cozy and busy. Don't be thrown by the crowds, get to the bar and order up they are the nicest in the city since 1670!!!! read more

I came here on a recommendation by a friend here on Yelp and I was not let down. From the outside it looks like any other cafe in the area or throughout Amsterdam but inside is a more warm atmosphere. It has low lighting but not too dark to trip and far on something. The old wood decor, the waiter/bartenders with white dress shirt uniforms and the way the bar is setup gives an old world charm, a smaller European version of Cheers in Boston. I can definitely see this being a local pub. There were several unique brews on tap I never heard of and don't recall the name. The inside has stools at the bar, couple tables by the window and more table seating in the back. But before even entering, there is one aisle of seats where you can sit outside to drink your beer, no tables. Then there is another section of seating with tables enclosed by glass or plastic housing where you can still have that outside feel but stay warm when it gets too cold outside. My order was a drink and the suggested Bitterballen (Portie Bitterballe) on the side, these little fried balls can be compared to Falafels but varies in recipe, taste and texture. These 8 little balls cost (ONLY) 5.50 Euros accompanied with slices of pickle and mustard, they are amazing. I am sure they are deep fried right there as you order them because each bite was crisp, steaming when bit into and the roof of the mouth scorching, yes burned the roof of my mouth, awesome! That hot burn is something you know is FRESH straight out of the fryer, not heated up. The inside was gooey but not like sauce gooey, like mash potatoes but tasted different, a flavor I never experienced before. The flavor was good and very strong, like it was loaded with spice, butter and bacon... really unique flavor and very filling. After I finish my snack and drink, my appetite was full. Time to continue my trek. -Next door is also a Cafe Hoppe but was under construction. -No Television -Stairs leading upstairs I believe to the restroom or the second level (I don't recall) read more

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Café Hoppe is actually two places: an amazing brown café and a very attractive modern establishment. I only patronized the brown café side of it, so that's the part that I'm reviewing. It's a tiny dim café with high ceilings and somewhat of a chill to the air. in the old days, they only had those single pane windows! It's traditional to come in wearing your coat, stand at the bar and enjoy your post-work restoration while standing. Since we were hoofing it through bone chilling Amsterdam, I opted for a seat! Once seated, I ordered snert (split pea soup), bitterballen, and Berenburg for us in my clumsy Dutch. All were SO good. The bartender also had the well-honed skill of filling the glass of Berenburg until it was more than full, with only the surface tension keeping it from spilling. Well, I'm not too proud to slurp the glass while it's still on the table, in order to pick it up! According to the guide book, this place serves the most beer in the Netherlands relative to its square footage. I can believe it! A proud tradition continues. Go there and take part! read more

Hoppe is the best pub in Amsterdam. Discussion over. It is gorgeous inside. Guidebook says it dates back to the 17th century. There's still sand on the floor to relive the old method of keeping tobacco spit from staining the floors. But go there for the libations. The beer is fantastic and the selection is broad. Or sample the Dutch jenever (gin). Either way, you'll be in good hands with the staff. They know their stuff and are there to please. read more

Always a great stop for a lively bar atmosphere and iconic interior in Amsterdam. Definitely go.

Really cool bar, the staff is wonderful, my friends and I actually enjoyed stayed at the bar talking to them. It has a very small terrace and it's always full!!! It's great to go for a beer after work! read more

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nice pub for groups with a lot of charachter but the space to host many people. Cafe Hoppe is on a busy corner of trams, foot traffic and bikes of course. great for people watching and somewhere to sit to feel the city move. the menu hosts many classic Dutch snacks as well as a wide variety of beers. shouldn't be disappointed here for a nice city experience. read more

A beautiful pub, the oldest in Amsterdam! There is sawdust on the floor and you will see locals and tourists in here a like. We went in the afternoon and it was pleasantly quiet. They also do bittenballs and other great beer snacks read more

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Neat little cafe in a busy area of Amsterdam. Food was great. Shared Dutch bitterballen and liver sausage (it resembled pate` more than it did a proper sausage). Wide assortment of Dutch snacks and a huge selection of sandwiches. Has a full bar. read more

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I'm so glad someone pointed this bar out to us. It is, among other things, old, charming & friendly. Super nice bartenders and a great selection of beers which they will help you navigate. The prices are low & the ambiance is perfect... warm & cozy. You can tell the crowd here is fun, and it draws everyone in. Definitely stop in, if only for 1 drink. read more

Met friends here for beers before dinner at Five Flies. Bar tender was enthusiastic about the establishment. She let me taste Jenevers before. Committing to one. Very convivial local bar feel. Contrary to previous Yelper opinion, I believe it is about four hundred years old. read more

Naturally after reading all the reviews about this place being iconic, I was certain I wanted to visit. I started off extremely excited for the experience. However, from the moment I sat down at the bar, I felt awkward and as if my business was a nuisance. The older bartender looked at me strangely and questioned me impatiently when I asked for suggestions on beer. When I ordered food he seemed to be brushing me off as he noted my order and put it in. Another bartender came up to me and chatted with me, as well asked asked how I was enjoying the food/drinks. He definitely made up in where his coworker was lacking. I thought I was being judgmental and perhaps I was reading his social cues wrong - that's when I heard other customers approach him and complain about his service. As he got extremely defensive and "yeah yeah yeah-ed" and "I don't care-d" them, I knew it wasn't just me. The customers left and he spoke to other customers at the bar about them. I wasn't sure what he had said, but he mimicked the American accent and was acting quite like a child. I thought his performance was extremely inappropriate and unprofessional. The food was wonderful and his coworker was great and gave me excellent suggestions for my travels... but would I recommend? Not unless you want to pay to be somewhere where you'll feel unwelcome. The food was not worth the awkward experience. read more

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This is a very popular bar in the Spui area. Count on it being standing room only with people eagerly chatting with beer in hand or on the table. Their is also waiter service outside so you don't have to brave the crowd to get a drink. I find it absolutely amazing this is one of many pubs in Amsterdam that is still in operation from the 17th yes the seventeenth century. Now how cool is that. read more

Every time we go here, June 2016, 2017, 2018, we have a great time. Unpretentious, friendly, solid human beings like to relax here. Our bartender is a very funny, friendly guy who treats us like good friends from way back. The beer (have a couple at least), and bitteballen are delicious. There are wonderful restaurants and a hearing stand nearby, too. Cheers to Cafe Hoppe! Dank je wel! read more

Amazing old charming bar! Great Amstel and a few snacks on the menu as well. This place draws a fun crowd and it's good people watching. The bartender is nice too! Go, you will love it! read more

Seemed like a very cute little restaurant, but the constant slamming of doors made the experience very unpleasant. It had an unpleasant atmosphere. The food was at best mediocre and neither my girlfriend or I enjoyed our meals. We were ready to leave half way through our meals. So sad for such a cute and historic place to be like this. read more

You go here for the atmosphere and the beer but they also serve open face sandwiches and other simple dishes that are quite good. They serve a very nice Belgian ale here called Palm that I highly recommend. I love to hang out here watching the world go by. read more

I love the interior of this place. It's incredibly welcoming and is the definition of old world charm. After a few pints I order the bitterbollen. This is the first time I've had it and can only describe it as bits of meat and gravy battered and deep fried. It was pretty good pub food and went well with my beers. read more

One of my favourite places in Amsterdam all year round, for chilling out with friends, enjoying a beer and some finger foods. An institution here! read more

Like most places in Amsterdam, I am not quite sure how we ended up here, but am glad it happened. Like the other reviews state, from the outside this place looks like any other cafe or pub in Amsterdam, so when you walk inside you are definitely pleasantly surprised. I found the vibe inside to be warm and quite lively. We just ordered a bunch of fried things to eat, so nothing make mention of or recommend, but would definitely recommend going here if you are in Amsterdam - way different vibe than most establishments inside the canals. read more

What a great old style Cafe. We had a great time and highly recommend a visit. Its the kind of place you can easily loose yourself in for hours having good drinks and conversations with friends. read more

Wonderfully located on Spui, and great for people-watching, this little bar is a great place to take a break and enjoy a beer! My husband and I stopped on a weekday afternoon and each enjoyed an Affligem beer for 3.50 euro each. Despite us being tourists, it did not feel touristy. read more

Historical cafe/pub in prime square of Amsterdam. I had the split pea soup, a hearty choice for 6 euros. It was chock full of ham and slices of sausage, and so thick that it was more like a stew than a soup. They serve it with dark moist bread spread with mustard and what looks like a thin slice of bacon or cured meat. While I loved the soup, and it kept me full for hours, I admit I was a bit fearful of the raw looking bacon/cold cut mystery bread-topper. A Dutch treat that I have no regrets missing out on... I liked the historical character, but smoke from the outside part of the cafe kept drifting in, so not the most pleasant dining experience. Great for people watching, and probably more of a pub that a food destination. read more

Very old pub with a great selection of drinks and great servers. Sit outside for some great people-watching.

I like this place. Friendly waitresses and guests. Try the cheese platter. Seems to be a good pub for after work.