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.

Don't get the wrong idea, y'allz. I was an OBSERVER, not a participant…read more I've actually put off writing alot of my Amsterdam reviews b/c I don't want my "good girl" image to be tarnished (Hi Mom!). Let's just say I observed certain recreational activities in Amsterdam that I think the world should know about. Amsterdam is brand spankin' new to Yelp, after all. So they need all the reviews they can get. Smokey's is smack in the middle of Rembrandt Square, which is a haven for tourists. The inside resembles an above ground neon-lit cave. Pool tables in the back. Music videos playing on the flat screens. Every time I hear Kid Cudi's "Memories", I think of this place. Everyone stopped what they were doing to sing along :) Tables are communal. Most patrons are college-aged. They have a zig zag vending machine and they sell pre-rolled or bagged product. According to my traveling companion, their merchandise was much more pricey than at neighboring coffee shops (like Rokerij, which is awesome), but since Smokey's is a better hangout spot in a more central location - you pay a bit more. The quality is mediocre, though. I enjoyed a 4 euro pineapple strawberry smoothie at the bar. They don't serve alcohol here though, only smoothies, which I found to be quite common in the coffee shops of Amsterdam. The folks behind the counter were pretty nice folks, too. Overall, I would recommend Smokey's for the younger crowd.

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.

My Dutchman toke me to Paradiso to see Erykah Badu in concert. I believe you know the answer to…read morethat question. Yes, of course she rocked the house! I had such a great time. Erykah Badu is always full of life when she graced the stage. She never seams to surprise me when she electrifies the stage with her free spirited and consistently evolving character. This multi-talented and neo-soul woman can sing and dance her heart out. I was highly impressed with her performance in Amsterdam. Paradiso is a former Dutch historical church, which was converted into a concert hall. This music venue programs a wide variety of artists from Eryka Badu, Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Lenny Kravitz to Willie Nelson. The best seat in the house to me is on the balcony, where you can look down on the artist and get an amazing view over the whole floor level. Paradiso is more then just a place to see live performance. It's used for so many different functions when it comes to entertainment.

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.

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.

We've always loved Prik and have been going for years. The staff are always friendly and fun,…read moreespecially Dominick. There is one short dark haired bartender who has a bit of an attitude and his margaritas are not great compared to all our past experiences. But again the rest of the staff is fabulous and there's always a fun vibe going on. We miss those Sundays when they offered snacks.

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

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.