DK Travel : Amsterdam : Bars & Nightclubs

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Admiraal

Join knowledgeable Amsterdammers and curious visitors to try Dutch gin or gloriously sticky liqueurs at thisproeflokaal -cum-restaurant. Charm a local by asking for a translation of some of the odder liqueur names (most are unprintable) (see De Admiraal).
April

A large, modern, comfortable gay bar that’s great for reading a newspaper in the day or meeting up for drinks pre-clubbing. Unusual feature: the circular back bar revolves when it gets busy.
Arena Hotel

Dating from 1890, this cool three-star hotel on the east side of town was originally a Roman Catholic orphanage, and later an asylum. On Fridays and Saturdays the madness continues, when some of Amsterdam’s top DJs spin at Tonight, the hotel’s adjacent two-floor “church-club”. A bit of a trek if you’re staying centrally, but worth the effort.
Bar Bep

This small lounge bar, with its guest DJs, is just the place to get into the mood for a long night out on the town.
Bar Bep

This establishment is not your average hole in the wall. It may be tiny, but Bar Bep is ultra hip with a cool interior and equally cool regulars. Enjoy the spicy Asian snacks and the music played by famous DJs (see Bar Bep).
Bird

Those in the know flock here for the tastiest Thai in town. Eat in their spacious restaurant or duck out to their snackbar opposite for a more informal, utterly authentic experience.
Blauw aan de Wal

An absolute treasure in the heart of the Red Light District, this Mediterranean restaurant should be savoured for hours.
Chocolate Bar

This trendy lounge barrestaurant is a relatively new adddition to the Pijp area.
Côte Ouest

In a pretty alley behind the Nieuwe Kerk, downstairs a caféand upstairs a restaurant providing Breton cuisine.
De Admiraal

One of the smarterproeflokaalen (tasting houses) in the city – and unlike the rest, it closes late. Collapse on the couches and knock back the potent liquors andjenever .

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Restaurant price categories

For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal), taxes and extra charges.
- under €20
- €20–€30
- €30–€45
- €45–€60
- over €60