As usual Johnny and Sven make this a fun and tasty experience. I hate to even tell anyone about…read morethis place but they do such an amazing job making it a cozy and enjoyable experience I want others to have my same experience. My favorite wine bar in Amsterdam!!!

I loved this champagne and wine bar! It is so cute, the staff were all knowledgable and we had fun…read moresitting at the bar while enjoying a few pours of wine.

Wijn and Ko - what else would you need...I have to say that I need a bit more, especially when…read moregoing out to have some nice wine with nice food. Went there with a small group of fellow yelpers. The place was newly opened in a new location. Wijn and Ko doesn't have an ambience of a restaurant or a wine cellar, but more like a big open bar place..I wasnt very impressed with the interior. What about the wine - they have a very big selection of different wines per glass or only per bottle. The prices are pretty steep and they start with 3.75 Euro and quickly go up. I had some wine for 3.75 or 4.75 and they were ok, however I had better and for a lower price. I tried a really nice one for 5.75. It was a good wine, but the price quality wasn't that great. If talking about the food. We had a big meat platter to share and vegetarian platter. They were ok, nothing too fancy and also quite pricey I must say. Later we found out that they also had a special 3 course menu offer for 25 - which sounded like a good deal. We went for dessert only option - creme brullee and cheese platter - they were pretty nice. Service..ah..this is a part that is the cherry on the top and it either makes this a good place or not. The waiter who was taking care of our wine orders wasnt very service oriented. He would bring the wine to men first and then serve the ladies. What even shocked me a lot more..was that they should know what temperature the wine should be served at...When commenting that my red wine was way too cold - negroamaro is not served chilled...he said that it will warm up..right..maybe after 2 hours of warming it with my hands..Luckily owner of the place had a different service approach and exchanged it right away. Did I like this place? It was ok, but because I was in a great company. Would I go back there? I am not sure.

Absolutely amazing in every way. From intimate and friendly service, to a outstandingly good wine…read morelist, to a 4 course meal for the ages, everything Wijn and Ko did was incomparable. Three hours and 20 minutes later we made the 11 foot hike back to our unique three story lodging (it's the purple fronted place to the left of Wijn and Ko, next door, literally) in a food nirvana state of mind. This is a 6 star place with all the pieces in place.

Gezellig - Awesome place! I was skeptical at first. I saw the outside of this establishment on a…read more"House Hunters International" episode in Amsterdam. Since it's my favorite place, I looked it up on maps and saved it. When I was there a month or so later, I was riding my bike in the afternoon and saw someone sitting near the front window working on his MacBook with a nice glass or white wine. I immediately slammed the brakes and parked my bike! Fortunately I had my MacBook so I could get some work done and drink some great wine at 4 PM (16:00 hours). Bottom line is you simply purchase a 20-30 euro card (or whatever you want) when you get there and can just choose from any wine in the restaurant. It's awesome. The notable thing is, the bartenders are wonderful and very helpful. They don't just let you fend for yourself, they assist you, give you advice, even free samples! Awesome place. Also, great food too! Try the oysters! They have bitterballen (of course) all day - then dinner and food all night. My favorite dinner place in Overtoom. Don't be afraid as I was the first time - when it was really crowded. Friendly and warm place - gezellig!

Very nice place with a fancy but yet casual vibe. It's mainly a wine bar but serves nice food…read morearound the clock. The salads are classic, but nicely made. Everything is fresh and service is very friendly. We actually did not try the wines but they should have something for everyone. The beer assortment was limited however. All in all a great place for lunch or a glass of wine!

This was my first time in Amsterdam and my way of celebrating my final night there/birthday…read more Ricardo was the name of my sommelier and he was super knowledgeable and accommodating to me and my cousin. This atmosphere was absolutely beautiful and intimate. A very lovely place if you wanted to go on a date as well. Clean, organised and just lovely. I would highly recommend and would definitely go back if I have the opportunity. At first, you might think it's a little sketchy because it is downstairs but it's only to give you the maximum privacy in a church not to mention!! Remember that these visits are personalised, I'm honestly so happy I found this place and I had a perfect time. You are also not restricted to spending just one hour as per your reservation, there's ample time to lounge and talk. This was great, please go experience!

Do you like wine? Do you like awesome hidden spots? Do you like to learn about wine? Then check the…read morehours and make a plan to go to The Wine Cellar right now! We are from Virginia which is growing in wine popularity so we've been to our fair share of wineries and wine stores. This place is not like anywhere we've been before. It's underneath Melly's Cookie Bar (http://www.yelp.com/biz/mellys-cookie-bar-amsterdam), meaning you go INTO the Cookie Bar to get to it. But once downstairs you are in a whole different world of coziness and wine with a man (José) who knows his stuff! He is super friendly, but professional and helpful and just wants to find you a wine you will love! I dare you to go here and not love it! I'm taking everyone who visits me here because it is that awesome.

awesome spot to sit and people watch and eavesdrop on strangers' conversations haha. came here for…read morea small dinner and a glass of wine solo and it didn't disappoint. kind service and quick. great wine list, and surprisingly good food for a place not hanging on that component.

Staff was very friendly and very knowledgeable. Happy to make recommendations. I loved trying all…read morethe wines. Small menu but good for snacking.

I really like this historic building and the style of the restaurant. They have some patio tables…read moreoutside and tables and bar seating inside. There is also a wine room with a few chairs and a larger tall table/chairs. The courtyard is for events. Good service - friendly and helpful. One waiter told us the history of the building and brought over the details. So cool to be in a building with this much history and a story. The food was good. The chicken was juicy and vegetables were tasty. The cheese board was huge with a nice selection of cheese. The pretzels were hot and buttery . I would have loved some spicy mustard but the sauce that came with and mustard they had were both good.

Great spot for wining and snacking with friends. The location is right in the middle of the…read moreneighborhood 'action' and the service is quick and friendly. I jokingly asked for more wine in the glass and that's exactly what I got. The selection isn't very big, but what's on offer will make you happy. I went with an Italian red that was a nice precursor to the spicy Indian dinner that was about to come my way. The interior is huge. They have a few photos on the wall that try to give a more risqué ambience but considering the clientele (largely kids and locals) the posters just kinda stick out. All in all, a welcome spot as long as they don't make walking on the sidewalk up front difficult during the warmer months.

Amazing food and friendly staff. Order in small plates to try a bit of everything. Nicely priced…read more Indoor and outdoor seating available as well. Super quaint and such a nice spot to eat solo or meet with friends. Very shareable! Each plate is roughly 6-8 euro.

Outstanding food, all fresh from local markets and so delicious. Staff was very friendly and…read morehelpful. Was one of the best meals in Amsterdam as I highly recommend. Cody restaurant with outdoor patio across the street from food hallen

Gertrude is the most gezellig vibe. Even (or especially?) during the darkest, rainiest month,…read moreGertrude holds up as the place that will warm you up and make you forget about the outside world. We made a reservation to celebrate a friend's engagement, and so we got to say "one of each!" to every plate. They were so accommodating with dietary restrictions, and carefully mapped out which plates I could have, while adjusting others as possible. Every plate had amazing sauces, so we really put "fare la scarpetta" to work with our bread. Some standouts that we all loved were the langoustine with sweetbread and the eggplant with miso. The atmosphere was cozy and made us reluctant to leave at the end. Thank you, Gertrude, for an amazing dinner. We'll definitely be back!

You might as well be in Paris, because the French bistro atmosphere at Gertrude's is genuine, and…read moreintense. We were seated outdoors on their charming terrace, facing the street, which is jammed with fun street-side restaurants. Plenty of people watching! We were having a great time and it was clear that the rest of the guests were, too. It felt like a chic and delightful party. The absolute highlight of our meal was the fresh French artichoke, which was nearly as big as my head. That I could have one served to me this minute! It was the BEST I have ever had, and I'm crazy about artichokes. Lamentably, it was served with a bland mayonnaise (or was it a bland Hollandaise?), while it was begging for something acidic (artichokes are alkaline in flavor), so I asked for a vinaigrette. They brought me the mignonette sauce for oysters, instead. Better, but not much. Everything else I sampled was good, but I would go back many times over and simply gorge on artichokes. So would everybody else, from what I could see. Every single table ordered one or more. Gertrude's encourages family-style sharing, and the focus is on dishes that showcase the flavors of a few simple ingredients. There is room for improvement. With just a few tweaks, this place might deserve a Michelin star.

Happened by on a rainy weekend day and decided to stop in. I'm so glad we did. 100 French wines and…read moresmall plates with delicious French products they've hand-selected from various French regions. We asked for recommendations and all the suggested white and red wines were fantastic. The man that helped us told us all about the producers of the cheeses and sausages and why he selected the accompanying wines, making the experience that much more special. The service was fantastic and our planned quick drink turned into a lovely, leisurely afternoon spent happily there.

Great atmosphere, I was here for event it was nice for that, I don't drink wine and the espresso…read morewas much to bitter for my tastes (I know it's supposed to be bitter I drink it often but this was just off somehow) Lots of seating. Many many wine options, looks like a place to take someone you want to impress :D could be a nice date.