My little sister and I were "tired" and wanted to try some local "coffee"…read more She had never had a cup of coffee before and thought being in Amsterdam with her older brother was the perfect occasion. We had a blast! The staff is super friendly (and why wouldn't they be? Their customer base is always happy and never violent), the music is off the hook and the vibes are perfect. We went on a very quiet week night so I imagine the vibes are different when it's packed. Still, a nice little touristy spot to get your coffee fix.

After a late dinner at Coco's Outback, my bf and I decided to for a walk around Rembrandtplein…read moreplaza. Most of the establishments looked pretty quiet and dead except for Smokey and the club next door. Since we weren't in the mood for clubbing, we decided to go to Smokey. The moment we walked in, I noticed that it totally lived up to its namesake and was totally... smokey. Too smokey. It almost seemed like there was a fire going on inside. The place was pretty packed and busy, but we managed to snag a little bar table by the door. It was next to the vending machine for ciggies and under a large clock, so I could keep tabs on exactly what time it was. :) I sat on a high bar stool by the wall, while my bf sat with his back towards the room. It wasn't the best position for him to be in, as people kept bumping into him as they were walking by. He got a beer, and I ordered a mint tea because I didn't feel like drinking any more alcohol. I loved how the mint tea came with tons of fresh mint leaves. Totally awesome. They also gave me a Pickwick English tea bag with it, which I didn't bother to put in, as I didn't want any caffeine so late at night. We left after only one drink, as we were tired and the place was too smokey to hang out for long.

Paradiso had a very cool atmosphere as it was built inside the church. Get tickets before for a…read morelower fee. We paid €20 on a Friday night and it wasn't crazy fun of a crowd. It was latin night where the salsa was fun but there weren't that many people.

This place is right along the river behind the Hard Rock Cafe. It's hard to miss this enormous…read morechurch looking building. My one gripe, which I expected because I've been to Amsterdam before, is the 4 euro membership charge for concerts. I'm sure it's well known among locals but beware that your ticket price will not be the only charge. The inside of this venue is beautiful. We were there to see Kevin Devine. He was playing in the smaller room upstairs. They had a full bar and a very intimate feel. Sound and lighting was great. Always an awesome time when I get to see KD.

You pay so much money to wait at the door, get small seating mushed with other people. The…read moreprofessionalism is severely lacking. The establishment is way smaller than it appears so everyone is crowded. Was not for me.

Ate there Apr 17, 2025, turns out they are good with the club; but not so much with the supper…read more After ordering the risotto, it was tasteless porridge, asked for a replacement dish, none showed up. I also ordered the scallops which were good; but the next morning I woke up with a serious case of food poisoning. It's unfortunate that after decades of operating, their quality has gone down so much that the food is not only inedible; but actively dangerous. Attempts to reach them have gone unanswered. They should take food poisoning seriously.

Hi It was the best…read morebut has unfortunately been closed. I visited the place for about 50 times over 10 - 15 years. It offered the same unique atmosphere only clubs could do in the center of Amsterdam. To me it was actually a same of kid extension to the famous Trance Buddha two blocks away. Only the first time I didn't come in while i was with an asian lady. I read somewhere the owner stopped because it had been enough, he felt he had gotten too old for the late shifts.

This place was AMAZING! I'm in town for the week and wanted the BEST underground vibe with amazing…read moremusic. I researched every techno club and this was what seemed best and it did not disappoint. The DJ was incredible and everyone was having so much fun dancing and everyone was super nice!!! Quick drinks and an overall amazing place.

I'm not necessarily going to claim that this is the quintessential pub in the Red Light district,…read moreeven though its name might suggest that it actually is. Well, it isn't a bad place, and of course it happens to be located in the heart of said district, which means that it has the propensity of getting pretty packed. In a way at certain times, these place probably aren't actually the best places to visit.

Walked here after dinner. I noticed all the positive reviews and we decided to come here. I was…read morehoping the place wasn't too full and it wasn't. But in fairness this was a Monday night. Since I don't drink beer, I ordered a cider. They have me a choice between Strongbow draft and Somersby Apple in a bottle. Now I like sweet ciders but wow, was it sweet. I drank it down, but I know I couldn't drink too many. My hubby had a Affigem blond and enjoyed so much. This place is send like a nice place. Both bartenders took care of us. In the US we are used to paying at the end of the stay (open tab), not each time we buy a beer, so that was new for us.

From the owner: Bij Akhnaton kun je je eigen feest / evenement organiseren en dus he-le-maal inrichten zoals je…read morezelf wil. We verhuren onze ruimte zowel overdag als 's avonds. Je moet het zo zien, je huurt een 'club' af, want wij beschikken over een ruimte, complete DJ- / geluidsinstallatie, bar en personeel. De capaciteit bedraagt 350 pax, dus nodig al je vriendjes en vriendinnetjes uit! Je mag ook je vrienden van buiten de Ring uitnodigen. Akhnaton ligt op loopafstand van het Centraal Station én heeft een parkeergarage voor de deur. In de zomer beschikken wij over een groot terras en is het Akhnaton café elke dag geopend van 11.00u tot 18.00u. Quick tip: Crêpes!! Het terras is ook af te huren Hoe mooi is dat?! Je privé terras in centrum Amsterdam. Ons café heeft alleen drank, crêpes en broodjes. Dus als je op je feestje lekker wil smikkelen, mag je van ons gerust eigen catering meenemen! Wij zorgen voor de drank en personeel.

We had a great time at Bitterzoet during our stay in Amsterdam. We asked a local friend for some…read moresuggestions and he recommended Bitterzoet for hip hop. I believe there is always a cover, but if you buy online it's a bit cheaper. There are two dance floors and one lower level with lockers/bathrooms. Lockers were a super convenient option for all of our coats/jackets. We started out on the first floor, but once it got crowded, we moved up to the second floor which was smaller, but less people. You can still see the DJ and first floor because it's kind of like a balcony set up. There's also a bar up here and a smoking room. I'd recommend coming here for a night out! but the crowd was a little younger.

I saw Wheezer here, which was great because hearing Americans sing American in Amsterdam in actual…read moreAmsterdam is hilarious. I enjoyed the venue as a whole, not too large not too small. There is an upstairs balcony area which is nice. Would definitely see other bands here, reminded me of places I used to go in Arizona when I was young.

Super cute bar in Amsterdam. They have a few nice heated outdoor patios, as well as indoor seating…read more The inside was very cute, decorated in pink with lots of little tables and it felt very intimate. The drink menu was pretty cool, with all the standard bar stuff, and some really cute cocktails. We had the Strawberry Espresso Martini which was delightful. We also grabbed the toasties and bitterballen, which were delicious as well.

Over the years, Prik is still one of my favorite gay bars in Amsterdam. Prik is located a bit…read moreoutside the central gay areas, and by itself, so it is sort of a destination spot. It's small inside but since Covid they have outdoor street tables with service. The atmosphere is laid back but still pink and festive. The bartenders are super friendly and nice. Drinks are good, prices are fair. When it is crowded, it can take awhile to get your drinks, but that's expected. Over the years I've acquired a few I Love Prik t-shirts because they are quirky conversation starters LOL.

This has it's up-side and downsides. The "Eagle" name is well known around the western world as a…read moregritty mens bar. In Amsterdam, this one is in the heart of the touristy area, so charges more for drinks and sometimes entrance fees than the other Eagles in NY, or D.C., etc.. Check out their website for events that evening or weekend. They have some great events! It's not for everyone and maybe not the best place for the faint of heart.

Long waits and crowded space. Bartenders were rude. Ambiance was terrifying. Would not go back.read more