Bars in Amsterdam
50 spots across 6 neighborhoods, curated by locals.
Amsterdam after dark is best navigated with local intel. These 50 bars and drinking spots across 6 neighborhoods are where the city actually goes — hidden cocktail rooms, natural wine bars, and neighborhood institutions, all rated 4.7★ on average by people who've stood at the bar.
Begin your evening in Indische Buurt and drift toward Centrum as the night goes on. Plan No.3 is the crowd favorite — arrive early or expect a wait.
All 50 bars spots in Amsterdam — open them in the free iOS app for live distances and directions.
Backstage Bar
Cafe the Barrel
Rosalia's Menagerie
Café ZILT
Dutch Courage | Cocktail Bar Amsterdam
Three Little Bottles
Café De Dokter
Law & Order Cocktail Bar
Cafe de Kroegtijger
Café Brecht
Cafe Belgique
Café Oporto
De Roode Laars
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Beyond the postcard views, we're living that "gezellig" life 🚲 Skip the center and cruise to Amsterdam-Noord - that's where the real magic happens. Try "bitterballen" at midnight (your future self will thank you). Fun fact: we've got more bridges than Venice and Paris combined. Take that, tourism! ✨
Restaurant Heemelrijck
Armoury Bar
Samuel's
De Margaritabar
Hachi
Bar Kaspar
Bar Feijoa
Freddy's Bar
Door 74
Restaurant Europa
Het Dorp café & restaurant
Cafe Pollux
Semai Restaurant & Lounge
Cafe Cook
Gollem Aan Het Water
Papillon Bakery-Café & Restaurant
Café Nieuw Amsterdam
Mount Everest Tandoori
Vuurtoreneiland
TULA cantina - café & cocktail bar
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best bars in Amsterdam?
Polomaps has curated 50 bars spots in Amsterdam, rated 3.5+ stars by real visitors. Top picks include Plan No.3, Cafe Bert, Backstage Bar. All recommendations come from locals, with tourist traps filtered out.
Which neighborhoods in Amsterdam have the best bars?
The best neighborhoods for bars in Amsterdam include Indische Buurt, Centrum, Noord, Oost. Each has its own character and local favorites — this guide groups every spot by neighborhood so you can explore one area at a time.
How can I find these bars spots near me in Amsterdam?
Download the free Polomaps iOS app to see every spot in this guide on a live map around you, get walking distances, and save your favorites. You can also search anything specific — the app finds local, well-rated places for any craving, in Amsterdam or anywhere else.
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