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Drinks in Amsterdam West: 20 spots, wine bars and cafes you want to know
Did someone just say "vrijmibo" (Friday afternoon drinks)? You don't have to tell us twice—we love them. But where are the best places to have drinks in Amsterdam-West, you ask? We scoured our favorite neighborhood and went looking. Below: 20 X the best places for drinks in Amsterdam-West.
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Your Amsterdam weekend, sorted. 🖤
Baby lambs, spring markets, new restaurant openings and more events not to miss, this week's Amsterdam Weekend Guide is packed.
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with 81 tips straight to your DMs.
Have fun making plans!
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PUUR YONNIE, an ode to Jonnie Boer.
Today I had the honor of being at @delibrijezwolle for the book launch of @jonnie_en_therese.
I spent the whole evening reading and flipping through the pages.
WHAT A BOOK.
What stories.
WHAT AN ODE.
Love, Nature, Pioneer, Fatherhood, Music, Jonnie's Foundation, Friendship, Suppliers, Local products, Relaxation, Entrepreneurship, Humor & The pure human being.
Everything passes by, beautifully written by @joel.broekaert.
With contributions from, among others, @nelsontanate, @rekkebus, @ronblaauwtje, @jorisbijdendijk, @sidney_schutte & @hvw043.
Thanks for the lovely afternoon @jonnie_en_therese 💚
PURE JONNIE,
From 14 April
at your local bookstore
(and online)
🖊️ @anne_de_buck
This is your ticket to Japan without taking a plane 🥢
@tewatashi.ams in De Pijp serves an authentic Edo-Mae Sushi Experience and is super consistent in their quality.
It's the place we keep going back to when we have something to celebrate <3.
In this video I'm sharing the 2 hour experience in 60 seconds.
Still dreaming about the buttery ika nigiri. 🤤
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{ one of the best authentic Japanese restaurants in Amsterdam serving premium sushi omakase in De Pijp }
𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟵, 𝟭𝟬, 𝟭𝟭 & 𝟭𝟮
This is one of those weekends that's packed with cool events!
Catch the last cherry blossoms, hunt for vintage treasures or feast on oysters.
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What's your vibe this weekend… vintage, culture, markets or a new hotspot?
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𝗔 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗳𝗲́ 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆?
@eetcafe_de_reiger is the spot to remember.
Cozy, casual, and a seasonal menu. This one was on my list to share for a year and finally it's (almost) asparagus season again! 🤤
Another plus? Prices are very reasonable here!
📍 Eetcafé de Reiger
Jordaan, Amsterdam City Centre
Save this spot for when you're craving warm Dutch traditional dishes in the heart of Amsterdam.
And did you hear the same team took over Eetcafé van Beeren? I can't wait to go there too!
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A cookbook from Grandma. Three Michelin stars. And a beautiful 70s villa in a quiet neighborhood in Bangkok, where you are welcomed as if you were at the chefs' home.
The Sühring brothers do not cook based on trends; they cook from memories. Of their grandmother's farm, of the flavors of their youth in Germany, and of techniques passed down through generations.
@relaischateaux invited me to experience Sühring during a solo lunch, and this is truly my ultimate definition of culinary self-care.
This was a surprising afternoon in Bangkok, where I ate the best German food I have ever tasted. And that in a city where I normally avoid European restaurants. Well, for @restaurant_suhring, you really want to make that exception.
Signature dishes that I still think back to regularly?
🍴 Labskaus with caviar
🍴 Enleta waffle with Pfalz vinegar
🍴 Game pie
🍴 Dry aged Duck
TIP: If you go to Sühring, reserve the seats at the kitchen bar so you have a view of the chefs at work!
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#prinvited #bangkok #michelin #relaischateaux
In this reels I take you along for fine dining in Bangkok at the three Michelin starred restaurant Sühring.
This is one of the nicest free outings in the spring! Did you know that you can gather (or pick, for the connoisseurs 😉) oysters yourself in various places in the Netherlands? I’m in Zeeland for a bit this weekend, and if we can, we’ll go again.
📍In this video, I show where you can fill your bucket.
Comment oester for the comprehensive guide with all details about all 8 locations + handy tips and rules.
Important to know:
– Max. 10 kilos per person (≈ 1 bucket)
– For personal use only
– Do not scoop or scrape the soil
– Go at low tide
Handy to take with you:
Bucket, screwdriver, boots, work gloves, tea towel, clean clothes and garbage bags (for the oysters and dirty clothes).
And of course: also bring an oyster knife, lemon and champagne 🍋🥂Because you want to taste something right away!
The oyster season runs from September to about April / early May, so now that the water isn't so cold, this is the perfect outing.
In the full guide, I share exactly where you can easily find them without much effort. Leave a comment and I'll send it to you right away!
Who do you want to go oyster collecting with soon?
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Happy weekend in Amsterdam! I made a list with 79 (!) fun 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟯, 𝟰, 𝟱 & 𝟲. This week's guide is packed because of Easter weekend and I saved the best tips for you in the guide on 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲.
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with all 79 tips straight to your DMs.
What's your vibe this weekend? Markets, Easter lunches, or a festival?
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This is the time to make plans for Easter in Amsterdam 👀🐣🐰
Are you team lunch or dinner?
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Ps: More tips for Easter in Amsterdam, from restaurants to markets, on WWW.YOURLITTLEBLACKBOOK.ME
Anti-Guide, going around to God that a good thing is!
So close and perfect to go by train, with endless great places to visit.
Think: delicious food, nice hotels, coffee shops for your matcha ;-) and wine bars you actually don't want to leave. During our last trip, we added a few new favorites to the Antwerp Little Black Book once again.
Save this guide for your next city trip to Antwerp. Have fun!
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⦁ @osakaantwerp
⦁ @mea.antwerp
⦁ @glouglouborgerhout
⦁ @le_pristine_antwerp
⦁ @hertog_jan_at_botanic
**Illegible**
⦁ @hotelfranq
⦁ @viaantwerp
⦁ @hoteldewittelelie
𝗗𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗦
⦁ @millesime.antwerp
⦁ @dogmacocktails
⦁ @cafe.bobby
⦁ @cafezeezicht
⦁ @billiesbierkafetaria
𝗖𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗘 & 𝗦𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗦
⦁ @bakkerijfunk
⦁ @polly.antwerp
⦁ @cafe.betty
⦁ @tinsel_antwerp
⦁ @caffenation_coffee
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⦁ Roof farm @paktantwerpen
⦁ For thrift store finds: Antwaarpe Goeiemorgen
⦁ Shop at @frnchparisofficiel
⦁ For all fashion lovers @momuantwerp
⦁ Must-visit museum @rubenshuisantwerpen
💌What is your favorite hotspot in Antwerp that I absolutely have to visit next time?
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𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺
These are those few magical weeks each year when the city suddenly feels different. Everything is in bloom and all you want to do is be outside. Coffee to-go in hand, and just head out as soon as the sun shows up.
𝗕𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗺 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺
📍 Bloesempark – Amsterdamse Bos (the classic, yes it gets busy, but totally worth it)
📍 Rijksmuseum
📍 Fruittuin van West
📍 Westerpark
📍 Jozef Israëlskade
📍 WG grounds
📍 Nelson Mandela Park
📍 Bos en Lommerplantsoen
📍Amstelpark
By mid-April most of the sakura will already be gone, so if you want to catch it: this is your moment.
I'll definitely be doing a few more rounds before it's over.
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🌸 Discover the best places to spot cherry blossom in Amsterdam and enjoy the sakura in full bloom. 🌸
𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟲, 𝟮𝟳, 𝟮𝟴 & 𝟮𝟵
This is one of those weekends where your only problem is how you're going to fit everything into this last weekend of March (yes already?!).
From a free event to try new Limited Subs at @ijveramsterdam to slow mornings, a market stroll (or two), maybe finally ticking off that new restaurant that's been on your list for weeks… and ending somewhere with a good glass of wine while telling yourself “just one more” 😉
𝗡𝗲𝘄-𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺:
📍 @caferestaurant.meyer
📍 @kamer.bar
📍 @rondo.restaurant
📍 @weinlokalstern
📍 @enotecadeolyphant
📍 @tonton.noord
📍 @yusu.coffee (centre)
📍 @eetcafe.vanbeeren
📍 @kidamsterdam
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with 47 tips straight to your DMs.
What's your vibe this weekend… markets, cocktails or a new hotspot?
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20 x drinks in Amsterdam West
Le French Café Amsterdam West
Le French Café is already a household name in Amsterdam East, and thanks to its prime location (the terrace enjoys long stretches of sunshine), the same now applies to its West location. A lovely terrace, friendly people, and delicious snacks. In short: all the ingredients for a successful get-together.
Admiral de Ruijterweg 1, Amsterdam – lefrenchcafe.nl
©Le French Cafe
Dorus
Restaurant Dorus Amsterdam does things a little differently. The restaurant consists of several rooms, decorated with modern art and some with enormous soccer balls, which upon closer inspection turn out to be large beanbag chairs. Perfect for a relaxing drink.
De Clercqstraat 27, Amsterdam – dorusamsterdam.nl
© Restaurant Dorus
Bon Burger
Bon Burger Amsterdam is a great spot in Amsterdam-West where the best of both wine and burger bars come together. Because who says a burger bar can't also serve good wine and have a trendy interior? Right, Bon Burger gets it.
Jacob van Lennepkade 334, Amsterdam – Instagram
© Bon Burger, @bonburgerbar
Café Complete
Café Kompleet is a neighborhood pub with all the typical old-fashioned charm. A beer for under €3, a glass of wine for under €5 – where else can you find that in the capital these days? It's fine for a budget drink, but that's not doing the place justice. It's simply good here and always a friendly atmosphere.
First Constantijn Huygensstraat 45H, Amsterdam – cafekompleet.nl
© CAFÉ KOMPLEET
The Singing Swan
It's always a party at De Zingende Zwaan. Step inside and you'll feel welcome – as if you've been coming for years. It's a typical brown café, but in the Wijmpje Beukers style and therefore original and excellent.
First Helmersstraat 250, Amsterdam – dezingendezwaan.nl
© The Singing Swan
Eetcafé Edita
Owner Anna Meyer drew inspiration from the South of France and opened Eetcafé Edita (Amsterdam West), named after her grandmother. It's a lovely place with good wines where you can linger after drinks for a tasty bite.
Jan van Galenstraat 92H, Amsterdam – eetcafe-edita.nl
© Eetcafé Edita, @Eetcafé.Edita
Cask
Barrica Amsterdam is a charming restaurant with excellent wine and equally good food. It's all about wine, cocktails, and shared dining, all with a Spanish twist.
Wilhelminastraat 109, Amsterdam – barrica.nl
Café Wilhelmina
Binnenvisser fans are in luck, because Oud-West has a new hotspot under the same ownership. Wilhelmina is open all day, from coffee to drinks and dinner.
First Helmersstraat 83A, Amsterdam – wilhelminacafe.nl
Outside Café & Restaurant
No car, but still craving the beach? No problem! BUITEN Beach Café and Restaurant is just a short metro or bike ride away. In summer, Sloterplas is a delightful chaos of day trippers, playing children, young families, and BUITEN guests. A bonus: it's also an official wedding venue.
Th. J. Lammerslaan 3, Amsterdam – hotelbuiten.nl
© Hotel Buiten, @hotelbuiten
Café Jacob
From breakfast to dinner and drinks until the wee hours: at Café Jacob Amsterdam, you'll find something for everyone. Jacob is the ultimate hotspot in Amsterdam West, serving as a versatile meeting, dining, and nightlife spot. And yes, it's especially lively around drinks time!
Bilderdijkstraat 217, Amsterdam – jacobamsterdam.com
© Café Jacob, @cafejacob.amsterdam
Gitane
From early morning till late at night: at Café Restaurant Gitane In Amsterdam-West, on Jan Pieter Heijestraat, you can visit all day long. For small and large appetites, drinks with natural wine, or that much-needed caffeine fix—and of course, also for a good Friday afternoon drink.
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 146, Amsterdam – restaurantgitane.nl
© Café Restaurant Gitane Amsterdam
The Beer Garden
Of course, they live up to their name by always having a wide selection of beers on tap. You can often find us enjoying drinks on the terrace – also because they have one of the best and most extensive snack menus. Double win!
Jan Evertsenstraat 135, Amsterdam – debiertuin.nl
The Beer Garden West © Yourlbb
Fred's cousin
Fred's Cousin pays tribute to the traditional traditional pub, the many of which we know in Amsterdam. This place feels familiar: the atmosphere is informal, the service is excellent, and the interior seems to have been recreated in a bygone era. For us, this is a golden spot for drinks in Amsterdam-West.
Jan Evertsenstraat 41hs, Amsterdam – deneefvanfred.goudvisch.nl
© Fred's Cousin
Abbey
For coffee, lunch, and of course, a leisurely drink, head to Abbey on Admiraal de Ruijterweg. This spot has been a staple in West and the surrounding area for years. They use local ingredients and serve unpretentious dishes – perfect for drinks.
Admiral de Ruijterweg 404, Amsterdam – abbey.nl
© Abbey
Troost brewery
Right in the (always bustling!) Westerpark, you'll find Brouwerij Troost. It's the kind of place you know you'll always find a good spot. The terrace is often packed with friendly locals and tourists, but inside you can easily enjoy drinks all evening long. Of course, they have plenty of beers on tap and in bottles, but there's also plenty of choice for non-beer drinkers.
Pazzanistraat 27, Amsterdam – brewerytroost.nl
© Troost
September
At September in de Baarsjes, they use seasonal and local ingredients, so you'll find something different every time you visit. But you can also enjoy a delicious drink – which, just looking at the wine list, is a good idea.
Baffinstraat 1, Amsterdam – septemberamsterdam.nl
© September
Fabus
A truly good wine bar with wines from Eastern Europe was still missing in the capital, and Fabus Amsterdam felt it was high time to fill that gap. A great hotspot in Amsterdam-West where you can enjoy unique wines in a cozy setting.
De Clercqstraat 105H, Amsterdam – fabusamsterdam.com
© Fabus
Local of the City
Lokaal van de Stad has been a hit in Amsterdam-West since 2018. This is thanks in part to the consistently friendly staff, but also to the enormous terrace where you can enjoy the sunshine for hours.
Heemstedestraat 68, Amsterdam – lokaalvandestad.nl
Canary Club
During the day, it's a great place to work and have lunch, but around four o'clock, it transforms into a cozy oasis where drinks are the main attraction, and you'll love to linger for dinner. Great with colleagues or groups of friends.
Bellamyplein 51, Amsterdam – kanarieclub.nl
Water edge
Last but not least: few things beat Waterkant. For years, this has been the go-to spot for summer drinks and boat mooring (although that's been somewhat restricted these days). But this place is actually great year-round, with its various bars and super charming, quirky decor. A great evening is guaranteed!
Marnixstraat 246, Amsterdam – waterkantamsterdam.nl
© Waterkant
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