Things to do in Amsterdam, North Holland Province: The Best Bars & Clubs

June 14, 2021 Leida Jutras

This city, full of colorful homes, canals and bridges, is one of Europe's most picturesque capitals. Must-sees on any visitor's itinerary include the Anne Frank House, the Van Gogh Museum and the world's only floating flower market. Rent a bike and join thousands of locals navigating Amsterdam's labyrinthine streets, or just take in the sights on foot. For an unusual and memorable alternative to hotels, consider staying in a houseboat.
Restaurants in Amsterdam

1. The Pilsener Club

Begijnensteeg 4, 1012 PN Amsterdam The Netherlands 623 17 77
Excellent
84%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 63 reviews

The Pilsener Club

Reviewed By killergiraffes94 - Los Angeles, United States

Great little cozy bar tucked away on a small alley. The beer selection was great, the service was excellent (and very helpful with recommendations). One of our favorite little bars in Amsterdam!

2. Cafe De Dokter

Rozenboomsteeg 4, 1012 PR Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 626 4427 http://www.cafe-de-dokter.nl
Excellent
86%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 72 reviews

Cafe De Dokter

3. Sativa Amsterdam

Spuistraat 118, 1012 VA Amsterdam The Netherlands [email protected] https://sativa-amsterdam.nl
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 3 reviews

Sativa Amsterdam

Our friendly staff with over 20 years experience will offer you a warm welcome so you will feel at home right away. We offer only the best products at normal prices in a relax vibe

4. The Poolbar

Voetboogstraat 3, 1012 XK Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 330 0813 [email protected] http://www.the-poolbar.nl/
Excellent
89%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 71 reviews

The Poolbar

The Poolhole is een van Amsterdam's nieuwste aanwinsten op het gebied van bar/café met grote poolbiljart mogelijkheden.

Reviewed By 262jesperv

very chill bar, great location, beer isn’t too expensive, great soundtrack and enough entertainment(pool and other games) would definitely recommend

5. Cafe Hoppe

Spui 18-20, 1012 XA Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 420 4420 http://www.cafehoppe.com/
Excellent
49%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 769 reviews

Cafe Hoppe

Established in 1670 and located in the center of a shopping, entertainment and nightlife district, this popular pub is famous for spontaneous parties that involve all patrons.

Reviewed By annabelp180

Stunning authentic old bar with a great atmosphere, good beer and we had wonderful service too from the friendly and helpful barman Hans. Stay for a drink, not just a photo.

6. Akhnaton

Nieuwezijdskolk 25 Old Centre: New Side, 1012 PV Amsterdam The Netherlands 624 3396 http://www.mocitosdanceschool.nl/nl
Excellent
67%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 9 reviews

Akhnaton

7. In de Wildeman

Kolksteeg 3, 1012 PT Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 638 2348 [email protected] http://www.indewildeman.nl/
Excellent
72%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 660 reviews

In de Wildeman

A beer lover's paradise, this Amsterdam institution serves literally hundreds of different kinds.

Reviewed By Allanbruhn - Hillerod, Denmark

This is the best beer bar in Amsterdam maybe in the world. The staff is so nice and friendly. The place have the biggest beer card I have ever seen. If you like beers you should go there.

8. Cafe Karpershoek

Martelaarsgracht 10, 1012 TP Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 624 7886 [email protected] http://www.cafekarpershoek.nl
Excellent
47%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 135 reviews

Cafe Karpershoek

The oldest café of Amsterdam. It was built directly at the harbour of Amsterdam in 1606 and used to be an inn for sailors and tradesmen. Nowadays, Café Karpershoek is a “bruine kroeg” (brown pub). Here you can have a drink in a real Amsterdam atmosphere. Have the innkeeper pour you a Heineken while you have a conversation with a local customer.

Reviewed By Lbohanan - Tampa, United States

If you’ve read any of my other reviews, you’ll quickly see the hubs and I love history ... and beer. As soon as we arrived in Amsterdam we started looking for old bars and found Cafe Karpershoek. It’s a quaint spot located in a very touristy area (just outside the Red Light District), but it has a local vibe. They serve beers from local breweries and the Brouwerij’tij is the hub’s favorite. It’s got nice views, outdoor seating and a decent amount of indoor seating. No bar seating. It’s definitely worth a visit!

9. Cafe Belgique

Gravenstraat 2, 1012 NM Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 625 1974 [email protected] http://www.cafe-belgique.nl
Excellent
62%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 234 reviews

Cafe Belgique

Reviewed By Darbuka

Superb selection of Belgian Beers available in this tiny watering hole. Near DAM easy acces. This is your place if Heinekken is needing some alternatives.

10. De Drie Fleschjes

Gravenstraat 18, 1012 NM Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 624 8443 [email protected] http://www.dedriefleschjes.nl/
Excellent
77%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 150 reviews

De Drie Fleschjes

De Drie Fleschjes serves a wide range of Dutch Gin (Jenevers), including Corenwyn from Lucas Bols and a variety of liquors such as "Half and Half", "Bitter Cookies" and of course, the famous "Walk in the Woods" (Boswandeling). Gulpener beer is on draught and, depending on the season, a range of special beers. Wine trade walraven|sax guarantees a number of superior wines and for the non-drinker there are plenty of soft drinks in stock. There is also no shortage of delicious bar snacks to accompany your drink of choice.

Reviewed By Andy_the_Birder

We visited this cracking pub twice. Very friendly. We were soon chatting to folk.( Being the Netherlands this was in the usual flawless English!!) Great atmosphere. Good beers and Dutch gins. We had a couple of plates of nibbles. Excellent. Highly recommended.

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