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    Back to Black

    4.6 (96 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Sylvia Y.

    Back to Black was a short walk, basically across the street, from the Rijksmuseum. One of the best cappuccinos I've had in Amsterdam was at Back to Black! The cake was excellent as well. Homey atmosphere with a good amount of shared seating. Service was friendly and efficient.

    Seating with a view
    Maria L.

    This is such a quaint little coffee shop! Needing a boost of caffeine, we stopped in for some drinks to start our day. It's very pet friendly and we saw a couple of cute little dogs enter with their owners and it certainly brightened the mood. The seating here was also perfect near open windows where we could people watch and get some fresh air. I could've easily stayed here for hours relaxing and enjoying their delicious coffee but we had sights to see.

    Apple pie
    Sara A.

    While the coffee here was solid, the apple pie was phenomenal. Highly recommend getting it. It is very well made and flavorful. One of the best apple pies I've had. The coffee goes well with it but there's better coffee around as well.

    Ryna D.

    Cutest corner café that was perfect for a rainy day. Since it was raining we decided to hang out here for a while. I read a book while sipping on my latte and a cat dozed next to me. What more can you ask for?

    Courtney F.

    This is the spot to grab coffee in Amsterdam! We came by right when they opened one morning, and had amazing service. Everyone was very kind and helpful, and our drinks were fabulous! They have a shop kitty who is too cute. Definitely budget some time so you can sit and chill while enjoying your order!

    Elizabeth M.

    I stopped here for tea/coffee with a friend and had such a good time. I got Chai Latte which I absolutely loved and she enjoyed her coffee too. It felt like we were surrounded by friends. Staff were friendly, service was fast and everyone in general seemed to be having a good time chatting and enjoying snacks. I recommend going there and will certainly return myself.

    Dirty chai
    Belinda S.

    Flavorful dirty chai and the mushroom pastry was surprisingly delicious too. The staff is friendly. The cafe is a nice quaint spot that seemingly fills up fairly quickly. There's a section for laptop use.

    Chai tea latte, banana loaf

    There are some very kind folks running this place and they make a beautiful hand crafted beverage. Also serves delicious pastries. I regret not buying a bag of their whole bean coffee to bring back to the states. Well curated space with lots of seating: kitten on the sofa is the ultima pièce de résistance.

    Honey Bush Lavender Iced Tea
    Kate S.

    Probably the best coffee we had in Amsterdam. Cortado presentation was on point and the Honey Bush Lavender Iced Tea hit the spot on a warm day. There was also a kitty sleeping in the shop! Only complaint was that the seating is a bit cramped, especially on a busy day.

    Oat milk latte (Oatly). Perfectly prepared! Not bitter, just right. Ordered extra hot and it was great!
    Ellen F.

    You had me at Oat Milk....then I find out it's not just any Oat Milk, it's Oatly brand Oat Milk!!! Be still my little heart! Now, mind you I was praying (yeah, praying as I LOVE espresso) that they don't burn their java like so many other places do when making my tiny cup of heaven! B2B is serving up one fine cup of perfectly prepared coffee! The hubs and I walked in the pouring rain to find this quaint little joint. I have to say, the ambiance outside and inside are in one word, amazing! It sits one block off the major drag, on a freakin canal! It's simply breath taking. Perfectly Amsterdammy (I know that's not a word but you know what I mean)!!! :-D The staff was genuinely friendly. I asked for my latte to be prepared extra hot and it was just right. To add to my delight, they had "apple cake" or "apple pie". Call it whatever you want, it was divine! The slice served was gigantic and I thought there was no way I could eat it all in one sitting. Ha! Was I kidding myself?! I scarfed that cake down with the quickness! It was served with some pretty tasty, not overly sweet fresh whipped cream. I highly recommend this spot if you want to have a great coffee drink, a bite to eat and a peaceful/serene moment. B2B is super close to the museums, so take a break and wander on over!

    Oat milk cappuccino with a view
    Kristie C.

    Smooth espresso, tasty rich oat milk, views of the canal, free WiFi and ample seating. Doesn't get better!!! I must say I was unimpressed with other espressos around but very much loved back to Black!! Worth the mile trek! (Oat and soy available for +€0,20; credit card fee €€0,20)

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    10 years ago

    The coffee here is fantastic. Good music, friendly enough staff, and a super strange jungle bathroom for guests.

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    Van Stapele Koekmakerij - White chocolate filling

    Van Stapele Koekmakerij

    4.7(274 reviews)
    0.9 kmCentrum

    just how good can a cookie be? and they only sell one type…read moreof cookie? and there's always a queue out through the door? having not been back to amsterdam for years, i decided to brave a trip there to find out since it came highly recommended by folks in sg and was also confirmed to be good by my dutch yelper(ex) friend, kim! easily accessible location, guided there by friendly local, only threatening skies and a feeble rain dampened the mood slightly on our walk there. nonetheless, spotting a not so long queue strengthened our spirit and lengthened our strides. the queue was also pretty quick with many friendly counter staff waiting to greet and meet you! in any case, the only real decision you need to make is how many piece(s) you would like to have! and then how you want it packed? i merely chose the max number that the pretty tin box can fit, easy, peasy. easy reheating instruction was also included. then just pay and go or have one cookie on the spot? it will definitely hit the spot! even though the cookies have travelled with me half the world for more than half a day, a quick pop in the oven brought it back to glory. even crispier on the outside and yet still as moist and baby soft within! one bite and you will be convinced to traverse back there again! although i still cannot pronounce your name, what i can is remember your game!

    Amazing flavor cookie shop. It has an amazing chocolatey outside with a melting gooey white…read morechocolate inside. Every bite is delicious and unforgettable. I wish I bought some to bring back to NYC. Will definitely try to make dupes of these delicious gooey soft cookies. Service is fast, grab and go. They fill your order while you're paying. Inside is very factory like. Line to order and grab and go. But I loved watching them making the cookies through the windows. Very cute experience and cookies were delicious.

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    Van Stapele Koekmakerij - De bekende Van Stapele koek (Van Stapele dark chocolate cookie)

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    De bekende Van Stapele koek (Van Stapele dark chocolate cookie)

    Winkel 43

    Winkel 43

    4.5(935 reviews)
    2.0 kmJordaan, Centrum
    €€

    Winkel 43 is a legendary stop right on the corner of Westerstraat and Noordermarkt in the Jordaan,…read moreperfectly situated along the Prinsengracht canals and just a short walk from the Anne Frank House. While it functions as a cozy, traditional Dutch brown café, virtually everyone comes here for one main reason: the famous Dutch apple pie (*appeltaart*). It completely lives up to the reputation. Served warm with a massive dollop of fresh whipped cream, it's thick, perfectly spiced, and has an almost cake-like crust that sets it apart. Pairing a slice with a fresh mint tea is pretty much mandatory. Because of its status and location, it's almost always buzzing with people--especially on market days--but the staff manages the perpetual queue remarkably fast. Snagging a table on the outdoor terrace for some people-watching along the canal is hard to beat. Whether you're taking visitors around the neighborhood or just out exploring the Jordaan.

    There was a long line and a pretty long wait when we went. The place was fully packed, with both…read moreindoor and outdoor seating. I'd say about 95% of the people were ordering the apple pie, so of course we had to get one to see what the hype was about. The apple pie is pretty unique, it's basically a big chunk of cooked apple topped with a sweet, crumbly cookie like crust. The flavor reminded me of those little brown biscuits you get as airplane snacks... basically Biscoff cookies. lol!!! Overall, you really taste the natural apple flavor along with that Biscoff like cookie flavor. The pie itself isn't very sweet, which I actually liked, but adding some whipped cream definitely brings up the sweetness and makes it even better. The setup is pretty straightforward: get in line, order and pay, pick up your food, then find your own seat. It's definitely a popular spot, so be prepared for the crowd and a bit of a wait.

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    Winkel 43 - A bit more seating towards the front of the store - outside tables and benches also available

    A bit more seating towards the front of the store - outside tables and benches also available

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    Winkel 43 - Some seating in the back

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    Some seating in the back

    Back to Black - coffee - Updated September 2026

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