Brasserie Nel Amsterdam – Best jazz session
With one of Europe's finest conservatories and a great number of musicians from all over the world, Amsterdam has a very interesting jazz scene. And just like in New York, Amsterdam's jazz musicians love to practice their 'chops' in front of an audience rather than in a hidden studio. So the city has a couple of good jam sessions but most of them come and go in a short time... because leading a session is an art! And Daan Herweg is the most dedicated leader that I know of. He started the Nel session in 2009 and he's hardly ever missed a Monday night, even when he was touring with international star Caro Emerald. He knows how to keep the perfect balance of giving everybody a chance while always holding the musical level at a high standard. Apart from that, he's an amazing pianist himself and has a huge worldwide network -- that's why on a lucky night you might as well hear some big American names that are passing by on tour.
Not that I'm such a frequent session player, but whenever I feel like joining in somewhere, Nel is always my first choice!
There’s so much more to discover
Discover more in Amsterdam
Vrij Paleis – Underground exhibitions
"Vrij Paleis" is an art center in Amsterdam driven by a local community of artists. What I love about it is its underground, rough-around-the-edges feel...
By
Olya
Kartcheva
Rotishop Gieta – Best roti of your life!
Gieta makes the best Roti - a mix of potatoes, green beans, and chicken/tempé that you roll into a pancake. It may sound strange but it is amazing!
By
Isidore
van Westing
Festina Lente – Favorite workspot
Because it is not known as a place where lots of people work, it is actually a very nice place to work from remotely. And the staff is always so nice!
By
Isidore
van Westing
Bar Oldenhof – Old-fashioned cocktail bar
"Bar Oldenhof" is an old-fashioned, hidden, intimate, high-end cocktail bar located right in the trendy Joordan neighborhood of Amsterdam...
By
Olya
Kartcheva
Antiekcentrum – Hidden indoor flea market
"Antiekcentrum" in Amsterdam has been around for more than 35 years, and it is, incidentally, the largest indoor antique market in the Netherlands...
By
Olya
Kartcheva
Vishandel TEL – Best quality fresh fish
"Vishandel TEL" in Amsterdam is where I buy my fish to cook at home! They have fresh catch every morning & their quality is simply the best you can get...
By
Felix
Hildenbrand
Yusu – The new coffee culture
"Yusu" in Amsterdam is what the perfect coffee company a-la twenty-first century should look like. Also, if you're a lover of matcha, it's the place to be.
By
Kristel
van Pinxten
Betty's – Homemade vegetarian
"Betty's" is a tiny vegetarian restaurant that has a fixed menu that changes every 2 weeks. Trust me when I say it's the BEST restaurant in Amsterdam!
By
Felix
Hildenbrand
De Kookboekhandel – A peaceful oasis
"De Kookboekhandel" in Amsterdam is a cookbook shop that always gives me the inspiration I need for a new recipe. I also love how helpful the staff are...
By
Felix
Hildenbrand
Good beans – Best coffee on the go!
Good beans belongs to the roastery of 'Fucking Strong Cofffee' and they make blends from beans all over the world. Their slogan: It's coffee, not caviar.
By
Isidore
van Westing
Download our app now and know your way!
Our Spotters' Local Favorites Only. Skip the Tourist Traps.
Find Nearby Spots and Navigate with Ease
Save Your Favorites and See Them on the Map
Know your way in Amsterdam and navigate with ease!
✓ Full access to 0 local favorites. Zero tourist highlights.
✓ Get to know our 0 Spotters and ♥ their recommendations.
✓ Save favorites and show them on the map.
