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 Cafes & Pubs

This is Dutch Amsterdam's collection of articles about Cafes & Pubs.

February 9, 2009
Cafe ‘t Gasthuys
Cafe Gasthuys in Amsterdam ‘t Gasthuys — one of Amsterdam’s typical ‘brown cafés’ — has a reputation for serving good food at decent prices. This is certainly one of our favorite hangouts, especially during the summer when its canal-side terrace is open for business.

We’ll place the café in its historical context, so you’ll know why, for instance, the alley next to it is called ‘prayer without end./’ »

September 8, 2008
In Amsterdam, don’t drink and stand
beer amsterdam terrace Think Amsterdam is a city where anything goes?

Think again!

Why, you can’t even drink alcohol while standing up… »

August 4, 2008
Amsterdam’s expensive terraces — and the logical alternatives
Heineken The price you pay for beer or coffee at Amsterdam’s main squares is the highest in the country.

But unless you have a pressing need to be seen at a tourist trap, there are countless excellent alternatives.

Be like the Dutch and go to a locals pub. »

July 15, 2007
The Pollux — Floating Café and Restaurant with view of the IJ
Have a drink, a snack, or a complete meal on board of the Pollux — a floating restaurant on board a unique three-master anchored at IJ harbor. »

June 14, 2007
Ordering a beer — according to The Undutchables
The Undutchables is a highly popular caricature of — and guide to — the Dutch. Aside from over-the-top observations, the book (considered essential reading by Holland’s large expat community) includes useful information generally not found in tourist guides. Here’s how to order a beer in Amsterdam. »

April 29, 2007
Amsterdam’s Oldest Café
Never mind its history… you’ll be surprised by what Cafe Chris is known for. »

April 11, 2007
How to Visit an Amsterdam Cafe
Tourists often feel ignored when they visit a Dutch pub, not realizing that the pace of life inside these establishment is geared to relaxation. »

April 8, 2007
Amsterdam’s Brown Cafes
There are over 500 cafes of one sort or another in the centre of Amsterdam alone and among these the bruin (brown) cafes are the friendliest. »

March 24, 2007
O’Reilly’s Irish Pub — Quite likely the best in Amsterdam
O’Reilly’s Irish Pub in Amsterdam: fantastic food, great atmopshere. »

August 8, 2006
Xtracold: Amsterdam Ice Bar
When Holland’s next heatwave hits, head for the Xtracold Ice Bar in Amsterdam. »

April 17, 2006
Brown Cafés
Amsterdam’s ‘brown cafes’ are named for their nicotine-stained walls and their cozy, neighborhood living-room atmosphere »

April 16, 2006
Cafe van Daele
Cafe van Daele, Amsterdam »




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