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.

As our new best friend and the most hospitable bartender in Amsterdam said to me, Yelp is for the…read moreAmericans - which means unfortunately he's not going to hear me brag about how great his bar is. So this one's for you, American traveler! If you're in Amsterdam, do yourself a huge favor and visit Vesper - especially if you're a real fan of real gin, or genever, or jenever. Or whatever! The menu is delicious. I visited Vesper twice during my trip to Amsterdam. Each night, a very different experience. Both were met with a hospitable warm welcome, a cozy atmosphere, and fine craft cocktails where gin is supreme. Food: (drinks!) On my 1st visit, I enjoyed Vesper's Negroni. Smooth. Easy to drink more than one. While the small space was standing room only when we arrived, once a seat cleared up they brought us a small bowl of bar snacks, common at respectable craft bars in Amsterdam. During the second visit, it started off with us saying, "just one drink" and ended up with us shutting the place down with the bartenders over patron shots. It started off gently with their signature, Vesper - sweet and refreshing, and espresso martini - bold. Then I opened my mouth and we were there until until 2 trying whatever bartender Airto recommended, and you're in good hands when the bartender takes over! Service: On both occasions the bartender's made us feel at home with Joop greeting us at the door with a warm welcome as if we met before and we just stepped into his home. He cares about his customers as much as his neighbors in his quaint, quiet neighborhood. On the second night, our drinks were in the safe hands of Airto. He took great care of us, explaining each drink he crafted. Expanding our knowledge and taste of gin with not one, but two variations of jenever, and old style genever. Ambiance: You never know what you're going to get when you visit Vesper-hospitality and fine cocktails aside. Sure it's cute and quaint with a surprise basement in the floor. I implore you to make nice with your bartenders, explore off menu, be ready to stand, stay awhile to soak up the space, good music, and smooth drinks. I cannot wait for the next opportunity to return and enjoy more of Vesper. Thank you for the generous hospitality and warm welcome by the Vesper staff on the Friday & Saturday of November 11, 2023 of this last visit.

What a lovely place. It was crowded when we arrived but one of the staff members greeted us quickly…read more(and was very friendly) and we were able to take our drinks outside, which was great. The drinks were fantastic - unique and tasty, which I'm always looking for. I especially loved the Fin Fizz. Will definitely come back next time I'm in the city.

This is a 50 Best Discovery bar and one of my favorite bars I went to in Amsterdam!! The inside is…read morenot big but we went on a random Wednesday so we only had to wait a few minutes. The inside is so charming with many intricate details. There's a bar area and a small seating area towards the back. The menu is gorgeous and you can actually buy a copy of it. We each had one cocktail and they were beautifully done and well balanced. Highly recommend this spot if you're a cocktail lover!!

Rosalia's is an intimate cocktail bar in Amsterdam, and it did not disappoint. We enjoyed both of…read moreour craft cocktails, and our server even gave us a pleasant welcome drink to start. The server was friendly, and the interior was beautiful. I would definitely recommend going to Rosalia's if you are in the area.

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.

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!

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!

Great little bar just outside of the insanity of the red light district. Very intimate with the…read moreowner behind the bar serving drinks and friendly conversation. Well worth a stop by if you are looking to relax before or after your evenings revels.

Great place. Even made a custom drink for us. Friendly people- highly recommend!…read more Definitely stop by while drinking in Amsterdam.

They had great cocktails and great bartenders…read more I had the creamsicle and cereal killer drinks. I will definitely be back!

HPS is literally a speakeasy without any noticeable signage, we had to double check our map to make…read moresure we were in the right place! But once we walked in, it was super lively and crowded inside. Typically you have to share a table unless you have a big enough party, but that wasn't an issue for us and ensured we didn't have to wait at all. They have some signature cocktails which all sounded great, but we were intrigued by the "closely guarded secret" that is "The Walking Dead" so we ordered that to share between two people. The drink was like a tiki drink, fruity and sweet, and it came in a skull glass, with a slice of grapefruit on top, which they then cover in alcohol and then light on fire and sprinkle with cinnamon. That mini-show made the drink totally worth it. And honestly it was a very tasty drink and although it is big enough to share, I would totally get it for myself only given another chance :) Worth a try!