7 Best Drinks Spots in Utrecht

The best places to have drinks in Utrecht? There are plenty, but some Friday afternoon drinks feel a little different than others. So, tried and tested: these are the best and most enjoyable places to have drinks in Utrecht. 

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7 Best Drinks Spots in Utrecht

Café Carèl

A lovely terrace, excellent snacks, and a truly impressive wine list: Café Carèl takes a French approach and therefore knows how to throw a great get-together. Janskerkhof 6, Utrecht – cafecarel.nl

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Café Claire

The cozy Café Claire is always a good idea, but especially if you're looking for a drink in Utrecht. The interior is reminiscent of a traditional Dutch pub, but the menu (and drinks menu) are much more modern. Neude 31, Utrecht – cafeclaire.nl

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Seville

Officially, this is a tapas restaurant, but Sevilla is also a great place for drinks. Just try the sangria: it'll keep you busy all afternoon and evening. Korte Jansstraat 5, Utrecht – sevilla-utrecht.nl

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WineWine

Also right in the city center and popular with Utrecht locals and day trippers: wine bar VinVin, an ideal spot for drinks. They have over thirty wines, but no menu: you'll have to rely on the staff's recommendations. Predikherenstraat 19, Utrecht – wijnbarvinvin.nl

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The Malt Vault

If you love whisky, you absolutely must visit The Malt Vault. Housed in a cozy wharf cellar on the Oudegracht canal, this whisky paradise is a delight for connoisseurs. Not a die-hard fan? You're in the right place too. They have a wide selection of cocktails that are sure to please. Oudegracht 54 A/D Werf, Utrecht – themaltvault.nl

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The Old Pothuys

There's always something going on at this music café, and that alone makes it one of our favorite spots for drinks in Utrecht. Every day there are different performances, from experienced musicians to emerging talent. Oudegracht 279, Utrecht – pothuys.nl

Spice Monkey

Right in the city center, you'll find Spice Monkey – a place where you might just drink the best cocktails in town. Their food is just as good, as they serve exclusively Asian street food. The perfect combination for a successful drinks party, if you ask us. Oosterkade 30, Utrecht – spicemonkey.nl