I've been to this bar a few times and what really makes the experience is if you have good…read morebartenders. During my favorite visits, the bartenders explain each drink you order as they serve it and tell you the story. Every drink has a story. Sometimes they are busy or not interested and you don't get the story. I wouldn't have noticed that the drink tastes like a salad, and not in the bad way, had the bartender not told me the story. A couple of times I asked if they have merch for sale and one time they had pins which I bought. The next time I came, they were out of both pins and shirts. Bummer. I recommend a visit when you're looking for a cool place in Amsterdam, especially when you are staying at the hotel.

Cute and vibrant bar in the Kimpton De Witt. A few of us stopped in to end our night with some…read morevibes and drinks. John was super helpful and friendly. Our group enjoyed (all drinks were €17): Beeswax Old Fashioned, Mary Pickford (tiki-like with a chilled wine float), and a Lyan martini. Pricey. But it's in the city center at a nice hotel, so that's to be expected.

Thanks to Iago from NJoy, we heard about this soeakeasy and decided to check it out. Reservations…read morerecommended. Carlota who answered the doorbell, was able to accommodate us at the bar (our preferred seating anyway). She took our coats, placed them in the coat closet up front and led us inside. Once seated, we were given gorgeous ruby red complimentary aperitif (hibiscus, honey, ginger). The drink menu is interesting, based on the concept of growing up, with more basic tastes to start and more mature complex tastes later on in life. (The drinks are more complex the later in the menu). I ordered the Awake at Last, and my husband ordered the Ruby Stone. Mine was sweet and coffee flavored and his was more tart and sour cherry flavored. When I tried his drink, I immediately felt nostalgic because it reminded me of umeboshi (pickled plum in Japanese food), so we ended up trading drinks. Both were great for supping. Sitting at the bar was fun, watching the bartender at his work. He was silent, focused, skilled, professional. So glad we checked it out! I didn't post pictures of the entrance or inside because I'll leave it to you to discover! (The fun of a speakeasy).

Epic bar. Social, open until 3am, and overall a fun time. Unique cocktails that were quite tasty…read morewith various flavors and interesting serving cups. Good for small groups or just at the bar.

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.

The W Lounge is located on the top level of the W Hotel! This space has a wrap around deck that…read moregives you beautiful views of the city. I stayed at the hotel for New Year's Eve and was able to enjoy the NYE party at the lounge. I have to say that it was PRICEY! 150 euro per ticket is definitely steep. Not sure if this is typical for European NYE parties, but this was definitely high for what it was. The party cost included a glass of champagne and one drink. The drink lines were incredibly long and the bars were set up in spaces that made it difficult to line up without getting in others' way. The dance floor was a lot of fun and they had a great DJ. It was clear that you're paying for the view! The firework show was spectacular.

This is a very cool location but the service as a guest was horrible. Well below W standards. On a…read moresemi busy night it took 45 before I finally got up to order my drink. They need to do better for the brand.

I've traveled most of Europe and I will Say honestly that…read morethis location was as close to American hookah as it gets. Very very good hookah, especially with the Ice Tip

What a gem in the middle of all the touristy junk! Amazing product and service- great ambience…read more 35 Euro taxi ride from central station

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.

Thouroughly enjoyed our visit here on April 6. We rang the doorbell and Iago the bartender greeted…read moreus, letting us choose where to sit--we chose the bar because we like getting to know the bartender and watching them do their mixology. We ordered beef bitterballen to try this traditional Dutch comfort food. Meanwhile, my husband ordered their signature cocktail called "Beurre Noisette" old fashioned and I ordered a Dutch Negroni (Negronis are my favorite drink to order wherever I go). Both were delicious! Meanwhile, we chatted with Iago the bartender, and Lily the manager. We learned more about Amsterdam and why so many people come here from elsewhere in Europe to work. Iago was super fun to talk to. He'd lived in Amsterdam for 7 years and It was only his first week here at NJoy. He was skilled as a bartender, being able to mix fabulous cocktails and also hold an interesting conversation at the same time. We'd go back just to be able to talk with him again, such a friendly bartender, very attentive, and professional. The beef bitterballen was so hot we had to wait a bit to try it. It comes with savory mustard that is better than any mustard I've tried before. Not sure why. The bitterballen were crispy fried with beef ragú inside. I'm not a fan myself but am glad I tried it. NJoy is elegant and romantic and cozy. There's another bar downstairs with a disco ball above. It would be fantastic to host a celebration event here. Their cocktails are memorable! Highly recommend!

Beautifully unique experience. Relaxing atmosphere and delicious drinks. The mixologists are…read morefriendly, and offer great recommendations. Don't miss out.

HPS is literally a speakeasy without any noticeable signage, we had to double check our map to make…read moresure we were in the right place! But once we walked in, it was super lively and crowded inside. Typically you have to share a table unless you have a big enough party, but that wasn't an issue for us and ensured we didn't have to wait at all. They have some signature cocktails which all sounded great, but we were intrigued by the "closely guarded secret" that is "The Walking Dead" so we ordered that to share between two people. The drink was like a tiki drink, fruity and sweet, and it came in a skull glass, with a slice of grapefruit on top, which they then cover in alcohol and then light on fire and sprinkle with cinnamon. That mini-show made the drink totally worth it. And honestly it was a very tasty drink and although it is big enough to share, I would totally get it for myself only given another chance :) Worth a try!

They had great cocktails and great bartenders…read more I had the creamsicle and cereal killer drinks. I will definitely be back!

Popped in for a pint and a J. One of the few coffee shops that serves both. They were playing some…read moremelodic drum and bass which is what attracted us in. The interior is covered with stickers and notes, some extremely hilarious so make sure you wander around to check them all out. The front has bar height tables and stools, the back has comfier lounge options and I believe there is space downstairs as well. The bathrooms are questionable, but they work. Stickers in there are also insane.

This place is super unique inside, covered with stickers, and great music. It had chill EDM music…read moreplaying. I was immediately greeted by one of the employees who took my beer order. I came in around 3:30 on a Monday so it was pretty quiet with only a handful of people. This is definitely a must for visiting.

This place is a vibe, and the bartender, Juno, is HOT like fire…read more My partner and I stopped in to Skyy Bar Amsterdam last winter when we were passing through town and were impressed to see this bar in action. We went on an evening when it was NOT packed, so it was easy to snag a seat at the bar. This place is a treat for the eyes. There are a lot of interior design touches that make it fun to look around and spot cool things/touches like the back wall of the bar and the lighted ceiling display. The upstairs was closed the evening we visited, but the manager allowed us to go up and take a few photos, which was kind. Speaking of the staff...the manager moves quickly, and will absolutely recognize new patrons (this isn't the type of place where you'll be casually ignored all night) There's a live DJ spinning in the corner, and he was pretty legit. The star of this review, however, is the super-hot bartender, Juno. There's an extensive list of drinks at this place, but my partner and I decided to order off-menu, asking Juno for an Old Fashioned. She was so cute. Her eyes lit up, she smiled a little, and walked away to prepare our drinks. When she came back a few minutes later with our drinks (they were truly beautiful and she'd even rimmed the glass with an twisted orange peel) she THANKED US for giving her "a real drink to make." We'd only planned to have the one drink and move on, but Juno's drinks were do damn good we decided to have another round and a shot for the road. Both my imagination and my immediate girl-crush deluded me into thinking Juno winked at me as I paid the bill and she said, "Do come back." But I'm here for the delusion and will always giggle to myself when I think of Juno's smile...and wink!

SKYY Bar is in my opinion okay, the drinks were okay and the view was okay. Not spectacular which…read moreyou usually expect from a skybar. The staff was pretty nice though - easy to chat with.