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.

This is a mostly beer bar and I'm not a beer drinker - but I absolutely loved this place all the…read moresame. It's small, full of friendly locals and serves up great drinks. The chalkboards along the walls tell you what's available for beer - expect great Dutch & Belgian classics. You can also get cocktails too. If we lived here, we'd be regulars no question.

Local bar nice beer selection Bartender was more interested…read morein talking to friends than serving

Hands down, the gem of our Amsterdam holiday!…read more The first beer we tried we really enjoyed out elsewhere was a Two Chefs. The bartender where we drank said beer explained they have a "sister" restaurant, Bar ALT. It immediately made "the list" The heat finally broke and we ventured out to Bar ALT, only the find the door locked. So, we headed next door for a cocktail and snack. On a whim, I DMd their social media account and immediately had a response that they were, indeed, open and to come on over. So we did... While enjoying beer and some conversation with the bartender, the chefs sent over a couple of tasting items. Amazing! We immediately made the call to return for dinner for the beer/food tasting menu. Best decision of the trip! The food was so inspired and was thoughtfully paired with fabulous beers, all in a comfortable unpretentious setting. Every employee we interacted with was knowledgeable, personable, and engaging. The food was ridiculous. We had so many dishes I can't begin to describe them all, but there wasn't a bite I regret. And the beer. Why don't more places beer world class food with beer?! Best beer we drank in Amsterdam, hands down. If you live in Amsterdam, or are visiting, and you haven't been where yet, you're missing out. Thanks for the memories, Bar ALT!

One of the best meals I've ever had in my life. Even if you don't like "hoppy" beers, get the beer…read morepairing with the 6 course menu (8 was too much, though then we wouldn't have had the life changing lobster tIkka masala). Everything about this place is amazing. JUST GO.

This was an excellent spur -of-the-moment dinner choice. The chicken sate was just delightful. The…read moresauce was the perfect amount of peanut flavor and the fries were....... oh my gosh so very tasty. Hot and not too salty. We WILL come back on our next Amsterdam visit. The staff were pleasant and engaging. Lots of smiles for the foreign visitors.

I was on my way to downtown Amsterdam to grab a bite, but walking by Verhulst made me decide to…read morestay around this part of the city because of its ever so charming atmosphere . Wanting a less chaotic restaurant so I could catch up with my friend over din, this restaurant was just perfect. We ordered the croquettes/Bitterballen, cod, and steak. There were pretty limited beer options, but the handful available were awesome. Not to mention, the wine list is extensive! The food was extremely fresh and cooked perfectly. The steak was was just marinated with very light salt and pepper, allowing me to savor the truly medium rare goodness! It was a 5-6 oz piece, not too large and came with a side salad and fries. The cod was so tender and moist, served with a nice not-too-heavy sauce that complemented it well. The best part of my time here was the service! Our waiter and waitress were so adorable and friendly. I really enjoyed my time here!

Of the many watering holes in Amsterdam, P Arendsnest has been one of my favorites for 20+ years…read more Departing from the typical Heineken or Amstel bar, Arendsnest offers up dozens of local brews and genevers in a friendly, welcoming & warm atmosphere. If you're stuck on getting a Heineken, they still can fix you up...but why not try a similar alternative?

I was looking for a place with some local brews, found this place. When we walked in 90's country…read morewas playing, wasn't expecting that vibe. Not a complaint, just wasn't on my bingo card. Wood panels, cheese & meat boards and a large chalkboard of the beers, it felt like being in Wisconsin. The bartender is friendly and knowledgeable, very attentive. Love all of the local brews. This place made me happy, highly recommended.

Great for beer. A unique hidden away spot…read more Simple is a bit of an understatement. The beer is great!

So cool I could cry beer tears of joy! If you like craft beer and getting away from tourist areas…read moreyou are going to explode with excitement at this place. You wander down a weird looking street that is full of car garages on an industrial estate and you get to what looks like an abandoned factory of some type. Not much has been done to the place in terms of Turning it into a bar, other than adding some taps, tables, a record player and some fridges. The beer is brewed on site and is so cheap. Green cap was only £1.80 a goblet. It was a pale ale, but did have a Belgium hint to it. It tasted great though. The women serving was very friendly, there was loads of interesting locals to (people) watch, huge roller doors so you could view the world, a friendly dog running about outside, blankets if you get cold and lots of great beer. It's sort of hard to explain, but it was like drinking home brew in someone's tiled garage on an industrial estate. Your either gonna love it or hate it. For me it was paradise. And soooooo cheap!

The Beer Temple offers an excellent selection for craft beer enthusiasts. The bartenders were…read morefriendly and the atmosphere was laid back. Cheers!

An American beer haven in Amsterdam! Since we are from the states we were looking for unique…read moreEuropean beers but still loved seeing some of our hometown favorites here! There bottle list in incredible, don't forget about them! The staff was so fun and we met super cool people there who gave us other beer reccs. The beer wall stamp thing is fun too!!

Cannibale Royale is one of my "old faithfuls" of Amsterdam. Anytime I visit Amsterdam, I am…read moreconfident that a visit to RC will deliver good food in a fun environment. For my meal, we stated with the steak tartare with bone marrow (d-lish) and some cheesy goodness. Both were tasty. For my main, I tried the ribs. The ribs were great. I couldn't finish them due to quantity. The staff are friendly and accommodating. The food also came out relatively quickly. Love this place!

We had dinner at Cannibale Royale, and it was an excellent choice after a day of exploring…read moreAmsterdam. We made reservations for 6:15 p.m., and after a short walk from our hotel, we were promptly seated. The restaurant has a lively, casual atmosphere with friendly service that made us feel welcome right away. My husband ordered the Royale Burger topped with pulled pork and sauerkraut, served with a side of crispy French fries. I chose the Classic Burger paired with the watermelon, feta, and mint salad. The burgers were juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. While the burgers were the stars of the meal, my salad was a pleasant surprise--light, refreshing, and the perfect complement to a hearty burger. The combination of sweet watermelon, salty feta, and fresh mint was especially enjoyable. If you're looking for a great burger in Amsterdam, Cannibale Royale is definitely worth a visit. Between the quality of the food, prompt service, and convenient location, it's an easy restaurant to recommend.

Decided to try this place after looking for a place to eat with our teens. They had good reviews…read moreand so we walked over. It is a pub, so set your expectations. It's small and cozy and the lights are low for ambiance. We were greeted and seated quickly. The server was friendly and answered our questions with no issues. The husband and I tried several sours (I wish I had take. A pic of what I had because it was tasty!) He had braised pork, I had Fleming stew, one teen had duck and the other a burger. Everything came out hot and was tasty! There was no rush to eat and get out (this is the European way) and we enjoyed what seemed like a lot of locals enjoying the place. That's how we know we've got a good place...when it's full of locals. The highlight was the resident cat, who made an appearance to my and my daughters delight. He ru s the place, as he walks all over the bar and earns his keep probably by keeping the mice away. We would definitely eat her again the next time we are in Amsterdam.

Drinking a beer at the bar and suddenly the unhappy barman decides we will not be served anymore…read more Never been treated like this by a barman in my life before. Stunned by the experience.

Fun place to catch a comedy show and fairly reasonably priced drinks and snacks, you can be sure to…read morehave a good night here with friends. I was here on the final & very special night of the festival with FREEZE! (Tim Key + Tom Basden), & @RayPeacock

Went to the Toomler for an anniversary date night and thoroughly enjoyed my time! We came during a…read morenight we English speaking comedians as I don't speak dutch. I love comedy shows and while I was living in Arnhem I was glad I got to attend one as a date night. I start to run out of date options in Arnhem... because it's Arnhem.