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!

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.

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.

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

I had an amazing experience at this restaurant/bar. It is family-owned and operated, who are…read moregenuine class acts and are really fun people. I went during the evening hours to meet up a good friend who is an Amsterdam local, throwing a get together for work colleagues. The ambiance is casual, but has a very hip feel (in a good way). Not sure what it looks like during the day, but at night, space is cleared out for socializing and the service is quick, friendly and fun. The father also went around with some hor d'oeuvres that were delicious. So if that's any indication of how the food is at the restaurant during the day, then I'm sure it's amazing. If you're looking for a great time to catch up with a friend, meet other fun locals or want to grab a drink at a cool relaxed bar, then this is your place. I would also recommend trying their full menu during the day!

The owners and servers that work at this bar are absolutely incredible and went above and beyond…read morefor my friends about a week ago. I've spent the summer living in Amsterdam and had a group of friends come to visit last week. Their Air B&B was right down the street from Bar Leijten. Unfortunately for my friends, the owner of the Air B&B provided incorrect contact information, leaving them stranded on the street with their luggage while they tried to get ahold of him. After moving over to Bar Leijten to have a drink while they figured their situation out, the staff went above and beyond to not only accommodate our huge (and flustered) group, but also to help them track down alternative accommodations in the area. I have never encountered such a friendly, helpful, and all around incredible group of people. They truly bent over backwards to help. To top it off, the food (hummus and charcuterie plate) that we ordered was super tasty and filling, and the beer was cold, perfect, and plentiful. Definitely stop in to support this awesome group of people if you're in the neighborhood!

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.

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.

Nice vibe. Definitely a place to stop by for an afternoon wine and small bites…read more The wine list is quite extensive and the pricing isn't terrible - i.e. you can find something to drink.

Shiraz Jardin des Vins is the place to discover new wine and Aldi to enjoy the old familiar. First…read moreoff, this hidden gem has all varietals, not just Shiraz. The staff is extremely knowledgeable. If you find it difficult to choose from the extensive menu, ask the staff for advice and they are more than willing to recommend a bottle. We ordered a bottle Bordeaux , which the staff is able to tell us great story about the bottle, super knowledgeable! The best seat in the house is probably the few tables outside overlooking the cannel. We got in around 6pm on a Wednesday night and we saw locals pouring in after work, super packed and vibrant.

The food was good but I found nothing special in any of the services at this restaurant. We had a…read morereservation made by request through the hotel concierge. Upon arrival, we didn't feel welcomed even checking in with a reservation. We asked for outside seating but they said they reserved us inside seating either at the bar or at the bar shelf by the window at the entrance door. Immediately, my husband and I felt that this was very much a locals place and they very much don't want tourists. (I get it, coined flipped, I live in South Florida) We decided to take the 2 bar seats on the quiet side of the bar. It gave us a view to the kitchen, which was the best part of the meal. I could see the absolute passion from the guys in the kitchen cooking and plating their love for food. Too bad the rest of the service from the bar was less than stellar. I probably wouldn't come back but I would recommend anyone local to check it out for the food above all. The clams had a wonderful broth that I wish there was a basket of bread to soak up the juice left over from the chorizo crumbles and meaty little clams. The skewers of roasted chicken thighs were crispy and well seasoned on the outside while being tender and juicy on the inside. So simply yet so complex. Just wish the service was more complex, or at least friendly.

This place was at the end of my friends street and every time we biked back home, it was ALWAYS…read morebusy. My second night in town we stopped by for a glass of bubbles. The place was packed with fun and happy people. Everyone was really nice and the sparking wine was great! The food smelled amazing.