coffee to go amsterdam 2021

49 Coffee to go in Amsterdam tips divided by district

13 Januari 2022

Do you always crave a good coffee to go while strolling through the city or shopping? We've compiled some great spots in almost every district where you can get your caffeine fix. Amsterdam Oost to Amsterdam west and Amsterdam North to Amsterdam South. Do you have a good tip yourself? coffee Looking for something to do in Amsterdam? Let us know! We regularly update the lists so you can always discover new places. 

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𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 🫕 Thinking back of amazing days in the snow, I'm in the mood for cheese fondue! I call it comfort food at its finest, and I also love making fresh cheese fondue at home this winter (sometimes even better than eating out ✌🏼☺️). 𝗠𝘆 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺: 📍 @badhuis.amsterdam (East) Every Thursday is fondue night. For €26 pp you dig into a pot of cheese fondue with unlimited sourdough bread, crudités and vegetables. Good vibes included! 📍 @smelt.amsterdam (City Centre) Always a good idea. The cheeses come from De Kaaskamer, so yes: this is next level. Perfect if you love to mix & match. 📍 @cafe_bern (City Centre) Here they serve the best Classic Gruyère cheese fondue. No fuss, just great flavour. This is cheese fondue exactly how it's meant to be. 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁-𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻: 📍 @fromagerie_kef (City Centre, North & East) Amsterdam's go-to cheese specialist. From fondue cheeses to perfect wine pairings — and yes, tasting is encouraged. 📍 @fromagerielamuse (South) Cheese fondue kits for at home plus several recipes to make yourself. Which one will you try first? 📍 @dekaaskameramsterdam (City Centre) Swiss fondue, Dutch cheese fondue or ready-made options — you'll always leave with everything you need for the ultimate cozy night in. On 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲 you'll find the complete guide with 12+ cheese fondue spots in Amsterdam. Let's make a list like this for the rest of The Netherlands too! What's your favorite spot? 🧀 ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck Follow @yourlbb & @yourlbb.amsterdam for more Amsterdam restaurant guides, travel guides & the best things to do on the weekends. #cheesefondue #amsterdam #winter
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Market agenda and prices are rising steadily 👀 The market agenda may now be a little different Quieter, but luckily there’s still plenty planned for January & February, including a new gem (I predict)! Don’t miss these weekend markets: • 𝗡𝗶𝗲𝘂𝘄 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺: @cabinetamsterdam, a curated vintage design market under one roof, including snacks & coffee. • @sundaymarket • Museum Market • @rotterdamseoogst • @themakermarket The complete guide on Your Little Black Book lists 12 weekend markets in the Netherlands, including dates & locations for January & February. Send these tips to your market-wandering bestie! Follow @yourlbb for more tips on restaurants, travel, hotspots & the best things to do. ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck #weekendmarkets #netherlandstips #autumnouting #vintagemarket
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16 Best Coffee to Go in Amsterdam West

The Neighbor Farouk

De Buurman Farouk on Postjesweg is a neighborhood favorite where sourdough bread, banana bread, and cinnamon rolls with pecans take center stage. Perfect for grabbing a coffee to go and a treat after a walk in Erasmus or Rembrandt Park. Postjesweg 143, Amsterdam – debuurman-farouk.nl 

IKARIA FOOD

Ikaria Food on Kwakerplein is of Greek origin and now boasts a modest terrace where you can catch plenty of sun during the day. The staff is friendly and helpful, and they know how to whip up the most delicious Greek classics. Their banana bread (according to them, "the best in Amsterdam") is also a treat. Ikaria Food, Bilderdijkstraat 108k, Bilderdijkpark 1a, Amsterdam – ikariapark.nl

Language Coffee

Located on JJ Cremerplein, Taal Coffee & More is a stylish coffee shop with light green tiles, pink cups, and a meticulously detailed interior. The atmosphere is cozy, like stepping into a second living room. The menu features both classics and surprising drinks like a blueberry-lavender mix or a lime latte, ensuring there's something for every coffee lover. JJ Cremerplein 34, Amsterdam – Instagram page

Margos

Margo's Bellamyplein is the newest addition to the popular bakery and coffee bar, nestled in one of the most charming neighborhoods in Amsterdam West. The aroma of fresh coffee and pastries draws you in, where the terracotta walls and light wood create a warm atmosphere. Ideal for coffee to go, but just as pleasant to linger. Bellamyplein 18H, Amsterdam – margosamsterdam.com

Mundi

Mundi Coffee has been a fixture in Amsterdam-West for two years. The shop brings together worlds and has become the go-to coffee hotspot. Postjesweg 98, Amsterdam – Instagram page 

ZIZOU

The coffee is top-notch, the treats (pastries and grilled cheese dishes – what more could you ask for?!) are fresh, and the flowers are always in bloom. Plus, you're guaranteed to bump into one familiar face after another. So be careful: a caffeine overdose is a real risk. Zizou Coffee, Admiraal de Ruijterweg 4, Amsterdam – Instagram Page

Monks Coffee Roasters

I love coming here for the iced lattes and to get some work done at the community table in the back. They're now open daily for takeaway from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Bilderdijkstraat 46, Amsterdam – monkscoffee.nl

Lot 61

Normally, you'd be happy to snag a spot on the small bench by the facade. Now, you're glad to be able to stop for a nice cup of coffee while getting some fresh air. Kinkerstraat 112, Amsterdam – lotsixtyone.com

Back to Black coffee

Open during regular hours for coffee to go! They have a wide selection of excellent coffees, various breakfast boxes, and also offer quiches and toasted sandwiches. Van Hallstraat 268 & Weteringstraat 48, Amsterdam – backtoblackcoffee.nl

Espresso factory

The go-to coffee spot when you're strolling around Westergas. Open daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Pazzanistraat 39, Amsterdam – Espressofabriek.nl

White Label coffee

Open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM for your trusted White Label Coffee and treats to go. Jan Evertsenstraat 136, Amsterdam – whitelabelcoffee.nl

Terrace Sparrow

In Erasmus Park, you can grab a coffee to go during a stroll at this charming little shop nestled in the greenery. Erasmus Park 1, Amsterdam – terrasmus.nl

Local Hero

Working from home in West? Take a walk for coffee at Local Hero. Jan van Galenstraat 92H, Amsterdam – localhero.amsterdam

cafe Bosco

Coffee, cake, or toasted sandwiches? The Bosco team is ready to serve you! Eerste Constantijn Huygensstraat 7, Amsterdam – cafebosco.nl

SKINA

The Bellamyplein area is teeming with excellent coffee shops, and Skina takes things even further. The entire concept is spot on: from the interior and ambiance to the extensive coffee menu. Add to that the fact that you immediately notice the staff's genuine passion for coffee. Bilderdijkstraat 113, Amsterdam – Instagram page

New restaurants Amsterdam Skina

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6 x Best coffee to go Amsterdam-Noord

Nook Amsterdam

At Nook, they combine specialty coffee with a surprising selection of Argentinian wines. A place where you can enjoy a morning cappuccino or a glass of wine later in the day. Sarphatipark 24, Amsterdam – nookamsterdam.com

Zeal

Checking out some street art at the NDSM wharf? IJver is the place to grab a coffee to go. And lots of other delicious treats too! Scheepsbouwkade 72, Amsterdam – ijveramsterdam.nl

White Label Coffee at Spaanders

While cooking is done in Spaanders in the evenings, White Label Coffee runs a takeaway coffee bar during the day at Zonneplein. Zonneplein 4, Amsterdam – Instagram page

Sam's Coffee North

Sam's Koffie Noord is the second location of the popular coffee shop in Oud-West. In Noord, you'll find the same warm interior with wooden accents and a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for a coffee to go. The menu features affordable coffees, pastries, and simple but delicious breakfast and lunch dishes like toasted sandwiches and breakfast bowls. Meeuwenlaan 126B, Amsterdam – samskoffielunch.nl

Petit Sans Noord

Petit Sans Noord is a cozy kiosk on the site of the former Pompet, with a small terrace and a familiar feel. They offer excellent coffee to go, as well as bread, pastries, and packaging-free products. Think of it as Sans Noord's outdoor bar, ideal for a quick stop on the go. Floraparkweg 1, Amsterdam – sanssans.nl

Amazing Coffee

Amazing Café in Amsterdam-Noord isn't your average coffee shop, but a hotspot for coffee, matcha, and bubble tea. Pair your drink with one of the sweet pastries or cakes, and you've got the perfect stop for a quick bite to eat. Buikslotermeerplein 228, Amsterdam – Instagram Page

Coffee to go Amsterdam

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8 Best Coffee to Go in Amsterdam East

The Cottage

Coffee to go and scones, cakes, eggs, and pies to warm up at home. The Cottage Deli is open again! Linnaeusstraat 88, Amsterdam – thecottage.amsterdam

Côte Wispe

For a sandwich to go or a coffee. Then take a stroll along the Amstel or relax on an empty bench. Weesperzijde 85, Amsterdam – cote-wispe.nl

Heart of East

The store is open as usual! It's a great place to pick up a gift (for yourself) or at least leave with a coffee to go. Javastraat 23, Amsterdam – hartjeoost.nl

Rum Baba

How well do you know East? Meander through the streets, discover small eateries offering takeout, and grab a coffee to go at Rum Baba. Pretoriusstraat 33h, Amsterdam – rumbaba.nl

Coffee Bru

Don't be surprised if you have to wait in a 1,5-meter line. This place is loved and supported, and for good reason! Beukenplein 14, Amsterdam – coffeebru.nl

Bar Bukowski

One of my go-to spots for coffee in Amsterdam East when I'm taking a stroll in the park. Oosterpark 10, Amsterdam – barbukowski.nl

4850

For the tastiest cinnamon buns in East Amsterdam, and perhaps even the entire city. Grab a coffee, stroll through the park, and on the way back, if we really feel like treating ourselves, grab a burger for lunch. Camperstraat 48-50, Amsterdam – 4850.nl

yusu

Just opened and now unfortunately closed again. I'd suggest taking a walk around the block and supporting them with takeaway. Andreas Bonnstraat 2, Amsterdam – yusu.coffee

yusu amsterdam east

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9 X Best coffee to go Amsterdam South (also the pipe)

The Laundromat

Does this staple in De Pijp need any further explanation? Normally, it's great for people-watching from the bench, but now it's from the queue. Eerste van der Helststraat 27, Amsterdam – dewasserette.com

Scandinavian Embassy

One of the best coffee shops in the city! Be sure to try some of the delicious pastries. Sarphatipark 34, Amsterdam – scandinavianembassy.nl

Wild & The Moon

One of the few places in Amsterdam where you can find bulletproof coffee. And they have an extensive menu with different kinds of lattes, matcha, and more. A healthy hotspot with plenty of options. Van Woustraat 138, Amsterdam – wildandthemoon.nl

Badeta

From bean to cup: Badeta is the place to be for true coffee lovers. All their beans are roasted in the Netherlands, guaranteeing fresh, high-quality specialty coffee. Tweede van der Helststraat 18H, Amsterdam – badeta.nl

GoodNews Coffee

At GoodNews Coffee, you'll automatically find yourself smiling. Not only are the smileys flying around, but the staff is always cheerful too. What more could you ask for, with the excellent coffee they serve… Ferdinand Bolstraat 51, Amsterdam – goodnews.coffee

Coffee

Cafecito is becoming something of a new coffee company in Amsterdam – the number of locations is now too numerous to count. Chances are there's a branch near you. Multiple locations, Amsterdam – cafecito.nl

Wakuli Specialty Coffee

At Wakuli, they do things differently, which not only means you can enjoy sustainable and affordable coffee, but also that they always open at 7:00 AM. They now have 7 (!) locations and can be found in almost every district. Multiple locations, Amsterdam – wakuli.com

COFFEE DISTRICT

Coffee District has recently become a true institution in Amsterdam-Zuid. Besides coffee and pastries, Coffee District offers a variety of to-go mugs and other items for the coffee aficionado. Willemsparkweg 8, Hendrik Jacobszstraat 18, and Olympiaplein 111, Amsterdam – coffeedistrict.nl

Café Baskèts

Café Baskèts has a lovely interior and a delicious menu. Besides coffee, they serve pastries and sandwiches, and you can simply pop in without having to go to the store first. A cozy spot that serves as a neighborhood hangout, but everyone is welcome. Eerste van der Helststraat 15A, Amsterdam – cafe.baskets-store.com

Café Baskèts Amsterdam

© Café Baskèts Amsterdam, @cafebaskets

9 Best Coffee to Go in Amsterdam City Center

TOKI

Does Amsterdam have better coffee than that at TokiWe doubt it. The staff is friendly and doesn't get carried away even when extremely busy, creating a relaxed atmosphere. The pastries—banana bread, chocolate cake, and homemade chocolate and miso cookies—are legendary, and reason enough to visit this coffee shop. Toki, Binnen Dommersstraat 15, Amsterdam – toki-times.com

Haku Amsterdam

Hidden on Rozengracht canal, you'll find Haku Amsterdam, a tranquil spot where you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Here, everything revolves around specialty coffee, matcha, and tea, served by expert baristas. Whether you're looking for a flat white, filter coffee, or a matcha latte, you'll find it at Rozengracht 69, Amsterdam. hakucoffee.nl

The Coffee Salon

A treat for early risers and night owls alike, because De Koffiesalon (with no fewer than three locations!) is open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. You can go there with kids or by yourself, but it's not a place to work. So settle in with a newspaper or a good book. Utrechtsestraat 130, Eerste Constantijnhuygensstraat 82 & Spuistraat 281, Amsterdam – dekoffiesalon.nl

The Last Crumb

This is a must-visit for anyone who loves delicious cakes and other pastries. And the coffee is also great! Langebrugsteeg 4, Amsterdam – delaatsteruimel.nl

Bocca Coffee

One of my favorite coffee roasters in the city. I'd recommend getting some beans for home or a coffee to go if you're in the city center. Kerkstraat 96H, Amsterdam – bocca.nl

pick

Sometimes I almost regret not having my office on the canal anymore. I used to go to Pluk almost daily. It's fun to shop, delicious for cake, and recently also for cold-pressed juices and, of course, coffee! Reestraat 19 & Berenstraat 19, Amsterdam – pluk-amsterdam.com

Coffee Spot

Last week I took a stroll along the canals, and the tranquility has completely returned. Get your coffee at Koffie-Spot and stroll into the Jordaan if you're looking for some fresh air. Elandsgracht 53, Amsterdam – koffiespot.nl

Rosèl Amsterdam

A small, charming spot next to Soho House, where you can grab coffee and grab a takeaway lunch. There's not much room to linger, but the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Perfect for a quick stop for a good coffee and a sandwich on the go. Spuistraat 214, Amsterdam – roselamsterdam.com

Join

Nous Coffee on Haarlemmerplein is a must for coffee lovers. Here, they passionately and enthusiastically brew your espresso, cappuccino, or filter coffee, right in the heart of a neighborhood that's growingly popular. Haarlemmerplein 29, Amsterdam – cafenous.com

Haarlemmerbuurt Amsterdam

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