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 Lovely little bakery |
Roelof Hartstraat 68 Amsterdam 1071 VM Netherlands +31 (0)20 662 3594 http://www.debakkerswinkel.nl |
When you set foot in De Bakkerswinkel you feel like you are entering an old French bakery. The warm smell of baguettes, petit pains au chocolat and big round provençal bread, prepared with olives, garlic, thyme and sun-dried tomatoes tempts even the most strong-willed. De Bakkerswinkel uses traditional French recipes for its goods and there's plenty of space for hungry customers to take a seat. You can fill your stomach with a sandwich, quiche, salad or soup, and enjoy a cup of tea. In the summertime, the little terrace opens up for outside use. You can rent De Bakkerswinkel for a special event, private dinner or to take high tea with some friends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eat, Drink and be Merry |
12 Egelantiersgracht Amsterdam, NH 1015 Netherlands +31 20 344 4560 |
This charming cafe in the De Jordaan district offers a wide range of drinks and food in a comfortable setting. The interior is dark and roomy (by Amsterdam's standards), with several tables and bar stools arranged on a checkered floor. There is also space on a floating platform outside that is ideal during nice weather. In addition to the wide selection of beers, wines, coffees, and teas, the cafe has a full menu of snacks. You can choose from soups, salads, sandwiches, or tapas-style plates to go with your drink. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Belgian's Finest Brews |
Gravenstraat 2 Amsterdam, NH 1012 Netherlands +31 20 625 1974 http://www.xs4all.nl/~phj/ |
Belgium is home to an amazing beer culture, so it is little wonder that you can sample its brews all over Amsterdam. At Cafe Belgique, you can find a range of both bottled and draught beers that offer a taste of the many styles available. The cafe itself is very small, giving patrons many reasons to chat with each other and with the staff. Take some time to experiment with the selection of drinks available, as you may end up finding a new favorite. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Charming Pub |
Kloveniersburgwal 125 Amsterdam, NH 1011 Netherlands +31 20 624 9023 |
This charming pub and cafe offers a little more room than many of its fellow establishments, though in Amsterdam that doesn't guarantee more than a few tables inside. The menu of beers offers some of the classic favorites, while still saving room for a few harder-to-find choices. When pleasant weather beckons, there are tables and chairs outside the front door, providing a nice view over the nearby canal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Food, drink and games |
Voetboogstraat 13-15 Amsterdam 1012 XK Netherlands +31 (0)20 622 4608 http://www.cafedeschutter.nl/ |
This joint has a reputation with the college crowd as a cool hangout. The decor comprises stained glass windows, wooden furniture and posters of upcoming cultural events. The vegetarian dishes, pies and the fries are popular, but regulars are obviously more drawn to the tea, beer and whisky. People come here to play cards, chess and pinball. Card competitions are also held here. The music played ranges from jazz and pop to metal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Snacks and Cobra Beer! |
Hobbemastraat 18 Amsterdam 1071 ZB Netherlands +31 (0)20 470 0111 http://www.cobracafe.com/ |
This is a two storied establishment, located in the Museum Quarter. The fixed breakfast menu is highly popular, and comprises a coffee or tea, orange juice, scrambled eggs, a baguette, ham, cheese, marmalade and butter. During the rest of the day, the Cobra Cafe serves salads, sandwiches, hamburgers, tapas, sushi, sashimi, fish and their own special Cobra Beer. The menu on the terrace is limited, consisting of only a few select dishes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Grab a Mouth-full |
Looiersgracht 40b Amsterdam, NH 1016 VS Netherlands +34 20 638 1412 http://www.cafefestinalente.nl/ |
Festina Lente is a comfy hang-out when it's the middle of the day and your hunger demands something more than a breakfast but less than lunch. Lentini means tapas but the menu here serves food portions which more than satisfy one's appetite. One can have meat/fish, pasta, rice and combine them with one of the appetizers. Try the salads, soups or the potato dishes for a mixed variety of Spanish, Greek and traditional flavors. Save room for the lip-smacking desserts; the apple pie and brownies are a treat for the taste-buds. And if you ever have trouble deciding your meal look in the Rococo mirror and order the specials! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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When Hungry in the Vondelpark |
Vondelpark 2 Amsterdam, NH 1071 AA Netherlands +31 20 612 9674 http://www.groot-melkhuis.nl/ |
Head over to het Groot Melkhuis (Big Milkhouse) for some tasty food and café fare. There is plenty of beer on-hand as well. Kids can do crafts from 2-4 for 4€ or hang out at the nearby playground. Check the website for open hours, but expect them to be rockin' from 10 am on in the summer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Meatball paradise |
Ferdinand Bolstraat 92 Amsterdam 1072 LN Netherlands +31 (0)20 673 5488 |
The Hannibal restaurant is located near the Albert Cuyp Markt. Hannibal is a combination of sandwich and snack shop—a very popular combination in the Netherlands: the sandwich-snackbar. A mix of customers can be found here: tourists, day trippers and locals visit Hannibal to eat a sandwich or drink coffee. A sandwich with ground steak, roast beef or broodje bal (meatball sandwich) are its specialties, and they are affordable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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High on the Hill |
Warmoesstraat 52 Amsterdam 1012 JG Netherlands http://www.hill-street-blues.nl/ |
This coffee shop and bar is called Hill Street Blues, after the well-known TV series, and is located next door to a police station. The place is decorated with graffiti not only on the walls but also on the sofas and chairs. They serve coffee and a wide range of spirits, beer and liqueurs. You can also chill out while playing some pool, foosball, backgammon, chess or arcade games. Inquire at the "dealers" corner about the range of items on their Smokers Menu. Eminem had his photo taken on the Hill Street couch for the cover of his first album, so you may even bump in to someone famous here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A cultural pub dedicated to 'serious' modern music |
Weesperzijde 23 Amsterdam 1091 EC Netherlands +31 (0)20 668 1805 http://www.netcetera.nl/ysbreker/ |
The clientele of the Icebreaker have a serious air whether they're having a cup of coffee, a small beer, a glass of wine or enjoying one of the many small tasty dishes. They're not real tipplers, not one single unseemly word is ever heard, but very few of them come for the beautiful music that is played in the hall in the back nearly every night. The terrace on the street has a little sun at times, and over the street next to the Amstel you can sit beneath large tall trees. They sell Amstel on tap and 15 mainly Belgian beers in bottles. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unique Store & Cafe |
Zeedijk 143 Amsterdam 1012 AW Netherlands +31 (0)20 625 7485 http://www.latei.net/ |
You will find Latei in the most colorful part of Amsterdam, at the Zeedijk. You can sit here and drink coffee or, if the spending spree mood takes you, buy some of the delightful goodies inside. It is a combination of French, Italian influences and grandma's kitchen. Enjoy a warm cup of Italian coffee with home-made apple pie, or just some plain brown bread with cheese whilst admiring the pieces of furniture you would like to buy; tables, chairs, lamps, paintings, mirrors, as well as pieces for the garden are all on display. Latei also sells organic olive oil from Umbria, truffle oil and other Italian specialties. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pancake palace |
Raadhuisstraat 6 Amsterdam, NH 1012 TJ Netherlands +31 20 627 8500 |
The Dutch pannekoek is a more exotic variety of a pancake; more thinner and larger, and definitely more tastier. One of the best places in Amsterdam to savor it is Meneer Pannekoek Café. This Pannekoekenhuis (pancake house) is located conveniently behind the dam and thus is almost always packed. Cosy interiors with Hollywood actors in black and white watch over your table, as the leisurely-moving waiters serve hot and fresh pannekoeks. Some of their specials include the delicious smoked salmon and mixed nuts coconut amaretto whipped cream treat. They also serve sandwiches, quiche, soups, omelets, salads and even steak, beef sirloin, hamburger, chicken pasta, hotchpotch or grilled salmon. The cafe is also one of the rare Dutch restaurants to have a non-smoking area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional South American fare |
Paleisstraat 21 Amsterdam, NH 1012 RB Netherlands +31 20 620 0153 |
It is not very difficult to spot La Pampa on Dam Square; the eatery with hordes of people waiting expectantly for their steaks is your destination. Blending authentic ingredients and charcoal-grill cooking, the restaurant brings the best of South American cuisine to Amsterdam. The barbecued ribs and steaks are chunky, well-cooked and juicy; they all come with salad and chips as side dishes. For the sea-food lovers, there's a whole assortment of fresh and delectable fish preparations. The prices are modest and the portions, generous. The decor is minimalist but comfortable nevertheless. Go on this South American culinary sojourn and you shall not regret it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Go Dutch! |
Nieuwendijk 224 Amsterdam, NH 1012 MX Netherlands +31 20 624 8439 http://www.de-passage.com |
In Amsterdam you have few restaurants that serve cheap and good Dutch food, and De Passage scores on both. Reasonably priced, this eatery offers huge servings of truly authentic preparations. Try the juicy Spare Ribs or the yummy Grilled Salmon with lemon butter. The pastas, salads and fries are also worth relishing. Warm French bread acts as a perfect accompaniment for the main course and Tiramisu is ideal for dessert. The martinis and wines will help in combating the excessive spice and grease. It's a little cramped and stuffy in here but the food more than makes up for it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old Pub Made New |
Kadijksplein 10 Amsterdam, NH 1018 AC Netherlands +31 20 622 4034 |
During renovations of the old houses on this square, owner Nelis also decided to change the interiors of this old billiards house and added a new pool table. It took some time before the regulars could feel at ease again at this place. Though much effort were made to maintain the shabby look of Pleinzicht, the place nevertheless looks bright and clean now. But apart from that, nothing has changed. The well drawn beer is still available at a reasonable price, as well as the Heineken on drought and the usual snacks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
