Stayed in Zaandam and found this little bar with my sister. Walked in and ended up making some…read morefriends at this bar and we kept the party going almost all night. I liked this bar, lots of locals except your female bartender who wanted to apparently talk crap about me to a local about how much I was drinking. Im an American in the Netherlands of course I'll be drinking! Haha

A really great bar that is definitely worth a visit! Great alternative music, a full bar, and…read morereally friendly staff.

I was going to go with four stars but then I realized Gunnery's is perfect! From the warm welcome…read moreof the gentleman behind the bar to the correct pour of a Guinness (heck them at is worth two stars alone!!!) and a fair selection of whiskies. Nothing too unique but the traditional Jameson and Tullamore Dew but also some of their Scottish friends (laphroiag and glenmorangie) and even an American cousin in Four roses. Several televisions to enjoy whatever sporting event is the "must see" event and a couple of dart boards at the back. I did not sample anything from the small menu but the owner (?) did walk around with a tray of what I thought were biterballen but was infact not full of mystery meat at all but some Asian noodle, good and on the house as well :) So to say the least and enjoyable experience and already recommended to some American colleagues. :D

AMAZING fish & chips! Yep, I'm that girl who came all the way from the US, to Holland to eat in an…read moreIrish Pub! So worth it! My hubs had the Gunnery Burger & that did not disappoint either, as he is not a lover of seafood. Good choices for all tastes here! On a side note, as a retired US Navy Chief, i noticed immediately that the woman next to us put on her coat, a Navy Peacoat, with her CTI crow on it! We were all shocked & surprised that we both served, and happened to be in this little pub far from the states!

Though Purmerend is not known for its thriving bar scene, Bonte Koe is a reliable option when…read moreyou're looking to fill your belly with high-quality beer. The bar sports a great selection of brews on tap and on bottle (including some American beers, which are notoriously hard to find in the Netherlands), making it a favorite for local beer lovers; on Saturday's you might have a hard time finding a spot to sit. But whether you're sitting or standing, the friendly staff is happy to serve you and will gladly advise you on which beer to taste next. And if you get the munchies, they're also more than willing to fry up some typical Dutch 'borrelhapjes'. All in all, Bonte Koe is a nice low-key place that's perfect for boozing and talking; we've had many a great conversation here.

This was a very strange experience for my wife and I. We walked in and were politely asked to pick…read moreany open table. We did and then after 15 minutes we still didn't have anyone stop by. So then I went to the bar to order some beer. And yet again, no service. Why? It was very confusing. I rarely write a bad review but I couldn't let this one slide. So my recommendation is find any where else to eat and drink.

Great place to kill some hours while you are waiting for you flight. Food was great and the wide…read moreselection of beers made everyone happy.

Best little bar we came across in The Hague. Great little bites, fast drink service, friendly, and…read moreexcellent music. American context fwiw.

Fantastic pub in The Hague. Fantastic collection of whiskey and beer served by a friendly funny…read morestaff. They made me feel like one of their locals right away, great location too - right in the heart of the city.

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.

Awesome beers and a wonderful place to sit and enjoy them. Great service. I can't wait to go backread more

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!

If I could give zero stars, I would. This place is hands down one of the worst bars I've ever been…read moreto. The staff is unbelievably rude -- not "busy-night" rude, but straight-up dismissive and annoyed that customers even exist. Ordering a drink felt like I was inconveniencing them, and the attitude alone was enough to make me want to leave immediately. The bar itself is filthy. Sticky floors, dirty surfaces, and an overall grimy vibe that makes you question how often (if ever) anything gets cleaned. It's not "dive bar charm" -- it's just gross. On top of that, the drinks are insanely overpriced for what you get. Weak pours, zero effort, and absolutely not worth the money. You're basically paying premium prices to be treated poorly in a dirty environment. The atmosphere is just awful -- uncomfortable, unfriendly, and completely lacking any redeeming qualities. There are plenty of better bars where you can actually enjoy yourself without feeling disrespected or disgusted.