Sometimes, hotspots emerge that you didn’t know you needed, but after the first visit, you can’t live without them. Cocktail bar Belly of the Beast Amsterdam is one of those. Discover everything you want to know about the hottest bar in Amsterdam Centre.
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Why you should try the cocktails at Belly of the Beast Amsterdam
One cocktail is not the same as the other – you have probably experienced that at a simple bar that went along with the cocktail craze years ago. You should visit a specialist if you are looking for a perfect cocktail. The recently opened Belly of the Beast is such a place, with renowned bartender Tess Posthumus at the helm. Tess has won several awards for her bartending skills, and you can taste it. She set up the business with Joeri Salet, also a well-known name in the world of gastronomy.
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Interior Belly of the Beast
The interior of Belly of the Beast Amsterdam is worth mentioning because the excellent cocktails give this new Amsterdam hotspot an international allure, and the interior goes even further. Owners Tess and Joeri wanted to create something original; that’s why the entrance is inspired by a beach bar, and the rest of the place has a different vibe. That of an internationally renowned speakeasy cocktail bar with a touch of Great Gatsby, to be precise. Dark wood with dark green walls and a robust bar make you feel like you’re in another world. And that is precisely the intention because Belly of the Beast is about escapism.
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Menu Belly of the Beast
Then the cocktail menu, which award-winning bartender Tess Posthumus personally put together. The cocktails are classified based on taste, from fruity to spicy and fresh. For example, the Mosasaurus is a strong guy, whereas the Siren’s Call is an accessible choice. There is also a special section for non-drinkers with special, booze-free mocktails.
For those for whom cocktails alone are not enough – we understand if you spend an evening here – there is the extensive snack menu with small dishes. The burrata is a hit, but the selection of bread, oysters, and cheese are also recommended. For bigger appetites, there’s the Beastie Boys menu, which includes Wagyu brisket, Cajun shrimp, and chicken teriyaki – all marinated in spirits.
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© Belly of the Beast, @bellyofthebeastbar
Amsterdam Bucketlist & Things to Do
(DIGITAL) ART EXPERIENCES IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Fabrique des Lumières
⋙ NXT Museum
⋙ STRAAT street art museum
⋙ MOCO Museum for street and modern art
⋙ Amaze, an audiovisual labyrint
FOOD EXPERIENCES IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Food Tasting Tour of Jordaan area
⋙ Albert Cuyp Market Food Tour
⋙ Sightseeing Boat Cruise with unlimited drinks
⋙ Pancake Cruise
⋙ Micro Brewery Beer Tasting Tour
BEST BIKE TOURS IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Fatbike e-bike tour (also to Amsterdam North)
⋙ Rent a bike by yourself and explore like a local
⋙ Outside of Amsterdam: windmills & Zaanse Schans
⋙ 3 hour biketour: backstreets & hidden gems
FIRST TIME VISIT TO AMSTERDAM – MUST SEE & DO’S:
⋙ Private Canal Boat Tour
⋙ Rijksmuseum with the Dutch masters
⋙ Van Gogh Museum, a staple in Amsterdam
⋙ Stedelijk Museum for modern art lovers
⋙ Canal Cruise in the evening
INSTAGRAM MUSEUMS IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Discover the Instagrammable experience WONDR
⋙ Youseum
⋙ The Upside Down
DAY TRIPS FROM AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Get out of town and into the Dutch country side of Giethoorn
⋙ Drive-it-Yourself Tulip Fields GPS Audio Tour
⋙ Catch a direct train from Amsterdam to Antwerp, Brussels, London or Paris, starting at € 20,-! Check tickets & prices >>
AMSTERDAM WITH KIDS:
⋙ Visit Artis Royal Zoo
⋙ Go an a bike tour with the kids
⋙ NEMO Science Museum
SPIRNG / SUMMER IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Paddle board tour on the canals
⋙ Go for a kayak-tour in Amsterdam
FALL / WINTER IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour
⋙ Amsterdam Light Festival bike tour
| TIP: Buy an I amsterdam City Card. Save money on entrance fees to museums and attractions, public transport and profit from discounts on everything from restaurants to concerts. You can also skip some lines to make the most of your time in Amsterdam! You can buy a card for 24 hours up to 120 hours. Check the prices here >>
Our favourite hotels in Amsterdam:
TOP LUXURY // €€€
☾ Pillows Maurits at the Park: this newly opened hotel is all about luxury.
☾ Pulitzer Amsterdam: on the canals at the border of the Nine Streets and the Jordaan.
☾ L’Europe: recently renovated, this hotel has the best spa with a view in Amsterdam.
☾ Conservatorium Hotel: located in one of the most beautiful buildings in town.
☾ Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam: if you have something to celebrate this is the one.
☾ W Amsterdam: with lively restaurants and a posh rooftop bar with swimming pool.
VERY VERY NICE // €€
☾ The Hoxton: favourite lifestyle hotel right on the canals with great all day bar.
☾ Hotel Jakarta: the most sustainable hotel ánd great value for money with a spa.
☾ Hotel V: with two locations and a great restaurant, in the city center and East.
☾ Sir Adam: with the coolest view over Amsterdam from the North side.
☾ Sweets: a unique stay in former bridge houses.
☾ Hotel Dwars: small scale and around the corner of the trendy Utrechtsestraat.
☾ Hotel Mercier: pretty new hotel in the cosy and historic Jordaan district.
☾ INK Hotel: lifestyle hotel in the heart of the city by MGallery.
☾ Morgan & Mees: boutique hotel with restaurant in Amsterdam West.
☾ Conscious Hotel Westerpark: in a beautiful building at the industrial Westergas area.
☾ Ruby Emma: eco design hotel with a great skybar near Amstel station.
AFFORDABLE (FOR AMSTERDAM PRICES) // €
☾ Generator Hostel: the best poshtel of the city located in a park.
☾ The Social Hub budget proof in trendy East district close tho the subway.
☾ Het Volkshotel: affordable and with a cool rooftop bar.
☾ CitizenM: all you need is that XL bed (location near Amstel is great).
☾ Motel One: budget design hotel with several locations in Amsterdam.
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