The Pijp Guide Amsterdam

The Pijp Guide: 80m hotspots to discover

July 24, 2015
Last updated: July 10, 2025

These are the hotspots in De Pijp that you need to know!

Now that the Yourlbb office is located in De Pijp, we have become even more of a fan of this neighborhood. So much There are plenty of fun, diverse hotspots to be found here! Gerard Doustraat has undergone a huge transformation in recent years and is the ultimate shopping destination. For a bite to eat and a drink (or a Friday afternoon drink!), we naturally gather in the Oude Pijp. There are plenty of cafes here, as well as sunny terraces. You might not know where to park your bike, but it's always a pleasant place to be! And have you recently visited the Van Woustraat And have you visited the Ferdinand Bol yet? From coffee and juice bars to restaurants and cafes. The newest hotspots are springing up here. Fun, fun, fun!

De Pijp has truly transformed from an old working-class neighborhood into a vibrant student district. And a cultural neighborhood! It's easy to see when you visit the famous Albert Cuyp Market or when you spend a day at the Sarphatipark Curious about our favorite spots in De Pijp? We've compiled a list of the best restaurants, lunch and brunch hotspots, coffee shops, clubs and bars, shops, and hotels. Read more in our Amsterdam De Pijp Guide!

Food & drinks in the Pijp

For food and drinks, you've come to the right place in De Pijp. You're spoiled for choice! This list features the best restaurants in De Pijp, the best breakfast, lunch, and brunch spots, takeout, and coffee shops.

Restaurants in the Pijp
- Fitting roomAt this new eatery in De Pijp, you can order a variety of small snacks. It's great for sharing and sampling different things! It's also perfect for an evening of cocktails.
- Royal CannibalCharcoal-grilled meat, beer, and wine! At Cannibale Royale Amsterdam, you can enjoy simple yet delicious meat dishes!
- Window 33At the restaurant of the famous Cas Jansen you can order small dishes to mix and match.
- Cafe Carbon: a meat spot on the Van Wou where you can share delicious meat dishes with each other.
- Mana Mana: a tiny vegetarian restaurant with delicious food!
- Thrill Grill: for a juicy burger this is the place to be!
- Volt: Gastrobar on the Ferdinand Bol with a great menu. But Volt is also a popular spot for drinks!
- Brut de MerThe first seafood bar in De Pijp! Perfect for oysters and bubbles.
- pho91: Asian hotspot where you can eat Vietnamese food.
- The Butcher: another spot where you can eat good burgers! Afterward, you can have cocktails at the secret Butcher Bar.
- Friterie Par HasardSnack in style at Frites uit Zuid! And they have the best (organic) frikandel!
- The Pizza Bakers: for pizza and prosecco! A phenomenon in Amsterdam, available in several locations, including De Pijp!
- Spaghetteria: this remains a nice hotspot for a delicious plate of pasta for Reasonable prices. And let's be honest: a good pasta dish goes down well every now and then!
- Izakaya: A sushi hotspot simply can't be left off the list! Restaurant Izakaya is one of our favorites.
- Little CollinsThere's nothing more cozy than shared dining! On Thursdays and Fridays, you can dine here and choose from 13 smaller dishes on the menu. But Little Collins is also a great brunch hotspot from Wednesday to Sunday!
- SensesFrench and Mediterranean dishes at this classic restaurant near Sarphatiepark. Reservations are required!
- Bocas: Good wines and sharing platters. Boca's is always pleasantly busy. Also great for a drinks get-together!
- Fa. Brine herringSince its opening, this Italian restaurant in Amsterdam has been a huge success! So, make sure to make a reservation.
- CrazyBurger bar on Van Wou! Try the lamb burger with salsa verde, feta cheese, and cucumber. Yum!

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Breakfast & Brunch in the Pijp
- CT Coffee & Coconuts: all-day hotspot for (really good!) coffee, coconuts, and delicious breakfasts!
- The Laundromat: now a breakfast, lunch, and brunch classic in De Pijp! Here you can order a good sandwich and a delicious cup of coffee.
- OmeleggDo you love eggs? Then Omelegg is the place to be! They serve the most delicious omelets.
- Scandinavian Embassy: Nordic deli in the Pijp where they serve very good coffee and lunch.
- FennelLooking for a healthy lunch? Then salad bar Venkel might be just what you're looking for!
- SlaAnother healthy hotspot! Create your own salads here – also available to go.

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Take out in the Pijp
- Juice Brothers: you can supplement your vitamins with a juice from Juice Brothers.
- The TurkGoing to "the Turk" to do your grocery shopping is a completely different proposition here. From fresh fruits and vegetables to homemade Turkish specialties.
- stach: this caterer in Amsterdam is the solution to to eat tasty and healthy food when you don't feel like cooking, or to get some delicious cheeses and sausages for drinks.

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Coffee in the Pipe
At the above mentioned hotspots CT Coffee & CoconutsScandinavian Embassy, The Laundromat You can drink really good coffee. But which other coffee bars in De Pijp should you visit?
- Bakers and Roasters: coffee shop with a cheerful interior and coffee beans from Brazil.

Hutspot Amsterdam

Shopping in the Pijp

You can shop in various places in De Pijp. But Gerard Doustraat, in particular, is home to a wealth of great stores. Which other shops offer the best items?
- hutspot: this remains a favourite concept store for home accessories and must-haves.
- Things I like, Things I loveAn all-time favorite thanks to the unique combination of vintage, secondhand, new clothing, emerging designers, and customized items.
- Kaufhaus: you can score vintage items at Kaufhaus in De Pijp.
- Anna & NinaAt this charming concept store, you can buy items for your home! You've also come to the right place for jewelry.
- Cottoncake: from art to the perfect cappuccino and from jewelry to the warmest plaids!
- Kiloshop: buy your vintage items here and pay per kilo!
- BloemWhile the kids are getting their hair cut, you can shop for the nicest vintage items.
- Eland and van der Helst: for beautiful tableware, lovely home accessories, shoes, jewelry and even clothing.
- thrift shop: concept store, vintage shop and second-hand store all in one!
- Bubblekid: another hair salon and shop in one! This time, not for the kids, but for yourself.
- Young: Score your latest outfit at Noor! Hidden behind the market stalls at Albert Cuyp Market.
- Charlie + MaryResponsible shopping? Charlie + Mary sells eco-friendly fashion.
- Felice: 'Fast fashion' at Felice in De Pijp. Here you'll find new items every week, from interior design and clothing to wines!

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Clubs & bars in the Pijp

In De Pijp, we don't just want to eat well, but also enjoy drinks, cocktails, and... dancing on the weekend (or just a nice weeknight)! There are no clubs in De Pijp, but bars on every street corner!

Bars in the Pijp
– At these restaurants you can enjoy delicious food as well as drinks: Volt, Butcher BarAmericano Bar & KitchenBocas, CT Coffee & Coconuts, Fitting room.

Furthermore we have:
- Wijnbar PaulusA vintage wine bar in the Pijp! Perfect for a glass of wine after a visit to the Rialto cinema.
- Bar Mash: nice bar on Gerard Douplein for drinks and good snacks!
- Bar HutspotNext to the Hutspot concept store, you'll also find Bar Hutspot! Perfect for a drink after shopping.
GlouGlou: drinking wine on a sunny terrace is possible at GlouGlou!
- ConsolationThis is the first brewery in De Pijp. It's always fun to sample a few beers in the tasting room with your date.
TapmariTap your own beers at this bar on Van Woustraat!

And of course, you'll find loads of cafes on and around Gerard Douplein: Het Paardje, De Groene Vlinder, Cafe Schilders, Pilsvogel, Chocolate Bar, Flamingo, Cafe de Pijp, Binnen Buiten, Cafe Sarphaat, De Duvel, and many more!

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Staying overnight in the Pijp

- Sir Albert Hotel: a luxury boutique hotel in a beautiful historic building in De Pijp!

Voila, here are our favorite hotspots in De Pijp! 81, no less! So, if you're unsure where to go for coffee, lunch, dinner, or drinks, check out our De Pijp Guide!

Have you spotted Yourlbb's guides to other fun neighborhoods in Amsterdam yet? Check them out here:
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