43 x The Best Local Bars in Amsterdam

Explore the vibrant bar scene in Amsterdam. From cozy cafes to trendy bars, our Spotters have discovered the best local bars to enjoy great conversations and even better drinks. Relax at Café de Tuin or head to Bar Parry for delicious tapas and wine. Discover these and many more local gems for a memorable night out in the city!

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Noorderlicht Café Amsterdam

Noorderlicht Café

Artistic escape in Noord

Noorderlicht Café is a cozy, artistic greenhouse spot in Amsterdam Noord offering tasty seasonal dishes, events, and a countryside vibe near the city.

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Olya

Kartcheva

Oct 30, 2025
Bar Oldenhof Amsterdam

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...

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Olya

Kartcheva

Oct 30, 2025
Bar Parry Amsterdam

Bar Parry

Tapas and wine

Bar Parry is a charming walk-in wine bar in Amsterdam’s Jordaan with a huge wine selection, small bites, and cozy vibes — perfect for spontaneous visits.

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Olya

Kartcheva

Oct 30, 2025
Conservatorium Hotel Amsterdam

Conservatorium Hotel

Amazing beautiful different

"Conservatorium Hotel" is the best hotel in Amsterdam. I've been here for drinks, dinner & to buy cigars. I love how it combines the modern with the old...

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Oscar

Grobbenhaar

Oct 30, 2025
Cafe Soundgarden Amsterdam

Cafe Soundgarden

Know your classics

"Cafe Soundgarden" was my first hangout in Amsterdam and has so many memories. It has old-school rock spirit -- if rock is your thing, this is your spot...

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Ana

V. Martins

Oct 30, 2025
Mezrab Amsterdam

Mezrab

Storytelling nights

"Mezrab" does storytelling nights in Amsterdam, complete with delicious soup & circles around a red carpet. They even have nights with stories in English.

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Ana

V. Martins

Oct 30, 2025

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