One of my favorite bars in Amsterdam. I've been going for years now, every time I visit the city. The service isn't excellent, you may actually wait a bit for your drink, but if it's too long it will be in the house. The place is ran by a couple of cute guys who like to goof around. They rub off good vibes and can pour a mean one when it's not measured out exactly to the shot glass. Doesn't happen at all times, it's a wild card.
Just recently it was renovated a bit and now looks more presentable. You have very little seating inside, but that's OK because standing around you are more likely to talk to someone, and the crowd usually consists of locals. Out front there is a smoking and outside seating area lit with those cool retro lights and it's heated too.
It's not very big so arm yourself with patience and be prepared for a little squeeze on busier nights. It's definitely worth checking out :) read more