This bar was recommended to me by a bartender in Berlin. The first time I came I didn't have a…read morereservation but since it was just me, they were able to squeeze me in at the bar. The bartenders were busy but nice and took care to explain the creative and extensive menu. The second time I came I made a reservation for two online. You pay for the reservation but that amount is then applied to your check. The drinks are quite good and I understand the need for the reservation. It's not a big space but it's very popular so it's consistently full. This is a great bar so I can see why it's so popular. Don't miss Flying Dutchmen Cocktails in Amsterdam.

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.

very nice little bar, with lots of locals and a great atmosphere. we watched the world cup football…read moregame brasil against netherlands and had a couple of beers. was quite fun!

A cozy little bar in Oud-West on the Da Costakade. Not far from Leidseplein (or the Marriott). It's…read morea classic "brown cafe" in Amsterdam. They don't serve much hot food, other than some snacks and broodjes. It's a beautiful spot on the canal, they get full sun (whenever there sun)! Nice outdoor seating area. Friendly staff...a hometown feeling where locals and new people are welcome. Great place to work too.

What are lovely little spot to hang out with friends, friendly staff and their food looks amazing…read moreparticularly their fries! The place has a real authentic feel to it and would certainly recommend dropping by here if you are looking for a spot to relax with friends. There is an inside area if the weather is a bit cool but in summer they have a lovely outdoor area.

Great view of the canal. Small selection of beer but it's not a touristy place so it's a good…read morechoice. Big kitchen and lively atmosphere. They took American Debit (credit) cards the last time I was there. They have good borrel and dedicated customers. Their meals look very good. I've only had the Zalm Salad and the bar food. Prices are a bit more than my favorite place but it's on that side of the Bilderdijkstraat. The plus of this place is they are open when a lot of other pubs are closed (on Monday's or some holidays) - but check first! Crawling distance from the Food Hallen.

Good decorative Gin cocktails. The location of this bar is perfect and located dead center of the…read moreFoodhallen. While the service was not as friendly and the drink a bit pricey, the pretty drink made up for it.

Excellent cocktails and service, lots of choices at this market but it was a nice bar with lots of…read moregood options for a strong well made cocktail

It doesn't seem like much but I had a great solo experience at Craft & Draft. I was ending the More…read moreBeer tour at Craft & Draft, which is the last stop where you pick up your free t-shirt! The bartenders were super nice and friendly (always a pleasant surprise) and were talking to the other regulars about what they did last night and what they plan to do after work. Super casual. It seemed like they were also very knowledgeable about beer so if you're not sure, you can consult with them to get recommendations. The beer was great and there were a lot of options. The location is near the park and also near a tram stop if you want to take public transport after your beers (or beer tour, in my case). I hope to do the beer tour again when I'm in Amsterdam and therefore come back to Craft & Draft.

Another great craft beer bar. Amsterdam is blessed with lots places doing great craft beer and this…read moreis yet another one. It fits the normal beer bar layout. Wooden tables and finishing, black chalkboard, 40 taps and a pleasant bar man who is knowledgable about beer. This is a good place for a pint and there will be options to fit whatever taste you have. I got a lovely IPA recommended to me and really enjoyed it. It's quite far out the centre, but that's actually a good thing and it's worth the walk. If you like craft beer and find yourself in Amsterdam you should make the effort to visit craft & draft.

Hard to mess up beer but service was great, beer tasty, price good - zero complaints.read more

Nice bar found in the middle of a great food hall. They have a nice selection and aren't too pricy…read more Their bartender knew a fair amount about their drinks and was happy to give us suggestions.

If you like a bar with live music in Amsterdam, I can't imagine a better spot. It's right in…read moreLeidseplein steps from a tram stop, and walking distance from our hotel, so it was perfect. They have a large menu of beers, liquors, and cocktails, all very cheap, and they did not charge cover when we visited on a Thursday around 9:00 pm. The band was spectacular. They played a list of crowd pleasing covers and even took requests. Very fun place. We passed by late on a Saturday, and there was a huge line to get in, so we recommend coming during the early show on a weeknight - early for them is around 8-10 pm. Their website is great and lists the bands playing. I believe they have at least one if not two live acts every night of the week.

What a find. Honestly I would never have stepped into this bar if it weren't for my friend A., who…read moresaid that this is the place he goes to where he doesn't have to perform or pretend. Smack in the middle of busy Leidseplein, you'd think this would be a total tourist trap nightmare. But it's genuine, down-to-earth, and a good salt-of-the-earth live music bar. With murals of great rock legends on the wall and your proper hole-in-the-wall decor, billiards tables, TVs with sports playing, and live music almost every night, there's bound to be something to entertain you while you wait for a show to come on at Melkweg or on the odd night that you're not out at some DJ event. People sing along. People dance. People rock out. There is a cover charge when it gets later into the night, so arrive early if you want to avoid it!

Such a great atmosphere, friendly staff and great customers! We shared the stew, which was…read moreperfectly seasoned and delicious. We also enjoyed a cold beer, while watching people stroll on by! Will definitely be back!

Stopped at this bar on a Friday night. It's based off a 1920's gentlemen's club. We were able to be…read moreseated right away by the bar. The server explained the menu and informed us which drinks could be made GF. All the staff were very knowledgeable and willing to confirm ingredients. I ordered the Born Ready drink and it was perfect! Highly recommend this cocktail bar.

Food:Delicious coffee. The mini muffin in the spoon was a delightful surprise and made for a…read morebeautiful photo. Ambiance: welcoming and inclusive. Service: could be a little faster. Other: Parking for boats is easy here.

We were looking for a spot with chill vibes to relax and grab some drinks before going out for the…read morenight, and decided to come to Waterkant because it fit the description and also was able to accommodate our large group. We came after dinner so we mostly just had drinks and didn't get to try much of their food. We did order Super Nachos just for our table to split, and it was decent but nothing amazing, just your typical bar type food. Since we had a large group, they gave us wristbands so that we could easily order at the bar whenever and just get it added to our group's tab, which was convenient. Overall, decent spot to chill and grab drinks by the water but don't expect anything special from their menu offerings.

Recommended to us by our VRBO landlord. Nice corner Amsterdam bar. Very limited menu of food…read moreitems that changes often. Don't assume something is there based on menu pictures posted on line. Catches afternoon sun.

The food is still best in town. The service is even better and the ambiance is gezellig. Make…read morereservations. The kitchen is closed on Sunday's and Monday. Please save me my favorite seat if you go. Mostly locals but we love visitors.