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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Cafe de Tuin
Your typical cafe
Cafe de Tuin has such a nice atmosphere. The interior is classic and the customers are diverse, which makes it the perfect mix between modern and dated.
by
Isidore
van Westing
Brasserie Nel
Best jazz session
"Brasserie Nel" is definitely one of Amsterdam's best jazz jam sessions. Come here on any Monday evening and enjoy Daan Herweg doing what he does best...
by
Felix
Hildenbrand
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.
by
Olya
Kartcheva
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
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.
by
Olya
Kartcheva
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...
by
Oscar
Grobbenhaar
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