Oost
Discover 56 authentic local spots in Oost, one of Amsterdam's most vibrant neighborhoods. From specialty coffee shops to hidden bars and local restaurants - all recommended by locals.
Oost is one of Amsterdam's neighborhoods worth knowing on its own terms. We've mapped 56 local favorites here — spanning cozy wine bars, bars, vegetarian food and more — each rated 4.7★ on average by real visitors. This is the version of Oost you get when a local shows you around, not the one on the postcard.
Cave de l'Est and La Douzaine are the highest-rated starting points. Walk it rather than plan it: Oost rewards turning down the side streets between the spots below.
All 56 spots in Oost — open them in the free iOS app for live distances and directions.
Cozy Wine Bars
15 places in Oost
Cave de l'Est
La Douzaine
Bureau Wijn Oost | Natuurwijn en Klassiekers | Kaasbuur
Wijnbar Paulus Amsterdam
Enoteca De Olyphant
Wijnbar Clos
Oocker
La Dilettante Amsterdam - Natural Wine Bar
De Nada - Music, Wine & Food Bar
4850
Bottleshop
Bar Babar
Paskamer
Alba Restaurant & Wijnbar
Rayleigh & Ramsay Van Wou
Bars
7 places in Oost
Local GuideThe local guide to Amsterdam
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Vegetarian Food
11 places in Oost
Traiteur Beet (East)
d&a hummus bistro
Kilimanjaro Take Me Away
Sham Oost
The Meets
The Old Soul
De Gastronout
Helin's Vegan Döner
Selam Afrika Restaurant
SOIL Vegan Café - EAST
The 5th | Amsterdam Oost
Parks
5 places in Oost
Breakfast
1 place in Oost
Coffee
5 places in Oost
Restaurants
8 places in Oost
VanOost Restaurant
Grand Café Eighty-Four
Rijsel
Massalia Restobar
THE BAB Amsterdam Oost
La Vallade
Restaurant Cancún Amsterdam
Dine with the Dutch
Rooftop Bars
4 places in Oost
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best places to visit in Oost, Amsterdam?
Oost has 56 local spots curated by Polomaps, across 8 categories. Top-rated spots include Cave de l'Est, La Douzaine, Bureau Wijn Oost | Natuurwijn en Klassiekers | Kaasbuur — all recommended by locals rather than tourist lists.
Is Oost worth visiting in Amsterdam?
Yes! Oost is one of Amsterdam's most authentic neighborhoods with 56 local favorites averaging 4.7★. You'll find cozy wine bars, bars, vegetarian food, parks — all recommended by locals, not tourists.
How do I explore Oost like a local?
Download the free Polomaps iOS app to see every Oost spot on a live map around you, with walking distances and directions. Save your favorites and search anything specific — the app finds well-rated local places for any craving.
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