The world's best bartender has five bars in the world and one is in Amsterdam inside the Kimpton De…read moreWitt. Super Lyan by Mr. Lyan is a slick cocktail bar with unique cocktails that connect to the city of Amsterdam. (The menu explains it all.) The Frosè Margarita was very refreshing! My wife enjoyed the Negroni for a more stiff drink. Service is top notch! You can even bring the drinks to your room if you're a guest in the hotel.

This spot is on the 50 Best Discovery List and we stopped by on a Wednesday evening before dinner…read morefor a quick drink. The inside is a really cool vibe and they seated us immediately. Sadly we only had time for one drink because they all looked amazing! The staff was efficient and super nice. Would recommend this spot!

Tales & Spirits was such a fun cocktail lounge in Amsterdam. I was so disappointed to hear it's…read moreclosed! They concocted creative and fun drinks that also tasted delicious. It was especially cute because it was a bit off the path of where tourists usually go, it was filled with locals. Awesome bartenders, awesome atmosphere with kitschy items everywhere. It was chill and casual without the pretentiousness of other cocktail spots. They were open nearly 15 years! So sad that Amsterdam lost such a great cocktail bar.

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.

Dimly lit, professional bar staff, comfortable seating, delicious drinks. This place is the real…read moredeal. Highly recommend their take on the Old Fashioned Cocktail.

Fantastic drinks and service. They really take care of you here and will cater to your tastes. They…read morewill make you something off menu for you as well. Very pretty space and the seats were super comfy. Would recommend stopping by for a drink or two!

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.

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).

This place is a speak easy where we found the hidden door and rang the bell. We didn't have…read morereservations but they let us share a booth for 45 mins. They brought us a welcome cocktail to cleanse the palette and explained the menu. The servers/bartenders were very knowledgeable regarding what drinks could be made GF. I ordered the Danonino - it came with three different flavors. It was sweet but really good. Will def come back and try other drinks! Highly recommend.

I am amazed at this fantastic place! The food is truly delicious, the cocktails - unique and sooo…read moretasty! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. I highly recommend this restaurant to locals and visitors of the city. It is a wonderful experience! My dinner with friends was just so enjoyable and unforgettable there.

Great little place with delicious food. Must try chef's menu.I was worried about the portion size…read morefor the price but both the fish and beef are great portions. Delicious side dishes like octopus, patron pepper. A small place so recommended to book.. Definitely recommended..

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.

The new Leonardo took over the sky high restaurant when management changed…read more If you did not know about the restaurant you would never go, particularly as a hotel guest. Although they do offer a discount for the breakfast buffet. Since most travelers want to spend as much time outside viewing each city, we usually look askance at in house dining. However, on our last day, we decided to check out the rooftop views of Amsterdam before leaving. Luckily, it was a clear morning and the 360 views made it worthwhile. The buffet spread had something for everyone and we took the time to slow down and savor the coffee, views, newspaper and selection of food. It's funny, but I think the croissants were the tastiest I have had with a real butter flavor. Even compared to the latter ones in France. If you have time before waiting for your flight or train it's worth it to indulge.

Excellent breakfast, buffet type serving & it is very reasonable. The baked breads and croissant…read morewere great.

What a special space! Food was delicious- especially the…read moredorado. Cocktails were fabulous. Wonderful service and atmosphere.

The best cocktail experience I've ever had! And the food is amazing on top of it. The service is…read more10/10 and it's a cozy atmosphere. Easily my favorite restaurant in Amsterdam.

Fun history of Bols and the distilling of different flavors of alcoholic liqueurs…read more Self-guided tour with audio. After you pay for your ticket at the front desk, you put your jackets and loose items in a locker (free) and pickup an audio tour device and program it for your preferred language (easy). You get a yummy cocktail to savor at the end! And there's a fun gift shop to peruse, where we bought tulip glasses for the purpose of drinking Genever . We enjoyed the Espresso martini and Red Light Negroni at the bar at the end. Both were made skillfully and tasted delicious! The highlight of the experience, honestly, was meeting Lars (aka "Larson") and Julia at the front desk. They were hilarious with each other and delightful with us. They helped us package the 6 tulip glasses in paper within styrofoam boxes for sturdy protection during travel. They are the true stars of this operation.

I enjoy distillery tours when I travel. I browsed the list of attractions that accept the I…read moreAmsterdam card and came across Bols Amsterdam. It's located near Museumplein by all of the major museums which was so convenient. I was interested in doing a cocktail class with the tour, but wasn't sure if I could book the class with the I Amsterdam card. I sent an email through the website and a DM on Instagram and no one responded, which was disappointing. When I arrived, I inquired about it. They offered to let me upgrade my ticket, but I declined. Once I got checked in, I received a vial of a mystery flavored genever to taste at the end of the tour. The tour is self guided and it is truly a sensory experience. The tour starts with the history of Bols, then goes into the process of making genever. There are interactive elements throughout. It was really cool to see Lucas Bols' original recipe book from 1820. Towards the end of the tour, I tried the mystery genever in the sensory booth. I don't remember the flavor, but it was red and it was sweet. The sensory booth contains a camera that records your reaction as you're tasting it. At the end of the tour, guests are able to enjoy a complimentary cocktail. The bar area was really cool. They have a flair booth where you can learn how to spin and throw cocktail bottles. They also had house music playing which created a fun vibe. The bartender that made my drink was Serchan (pronounced "Sar-John"). He was so nice and let me sample a couple of genevers. I ordered the First Aid cocktail. It was citrus forward and refreshing! He also printed out a receipt with the cocktail recipe. I threw some cash in the tip jar and learned that they accept cash in any currency! This was a fun experience! Any activity where I can have a delicious cocktail and learn something new is right up my alley.