Top 5 Cocktail Bars in Netherlands

Ferdinand Bolstraat 11, 1072 LA Amsterdam, Netherlands

“This is a very cool speakeasy bar in a great neighbourhood in Amsterdam. The cocktails are not cheap, at 14€ a pop, but they are well worth it! Both of our cocktails were boozy and extremely tasty. The Mai Thai style one, served in a cute monkey cup, was absolutely delicious and seemed to never end. Personally, I loved the old fashioned style cocktail, which features smoked peat, and is served to you in a wooden box which, upon opening, smoke billows out. It embues the cocktail with a beautiful smokiness. I’m just sad I didn’t know it was coming, otherwise I would have got it in video.”

Singel 460, 1017 AW Amsterdam, Netherlands

“Cool cocktail place with impressive interior and unique way of selecting your cocktail! I didn’t take a picture of the menu, but based on your preferences it will show you your top 3 cocktails that match your criteria! The staff is super friendly, handsome and helpful haha! Thanks for being part of the amazing vibe. ;-)”

Rapenburg 18, 1011 TX Amsterdam, Netherlands

“Great cocktail experience with superb service. A good variety of cocktails with good alcohol forward flavours. A little bit on. The expensive side but totally worth it. We arrived soon after they opened and sure it filled up quite quick. So either book in advance or arrive early as a pre dinner.”

Elandsgracht 84-H, 1016 TZ Amsterdam, Netherlands

“I'm not normally the sort of person who spends 15+ EUR on a cocktail, but the service was brilliant. The staff were lovely. Very attentive and friendly without feeling forced. The ambience was cosy. The cocktails were really special and unique. If I had to say one area they could improve, it would have been nice if they had some nibbles. Some peanuts or pretzels or something. However, it was overall an extremely pleasant experience and I will surely return.”

Markt 28, 5401 GP Uden, Netherlands

“Awesome selection of a wide range of beers. The atmosphere was vibrant with a very nice and cozy interior. They also have a bunch of board games so it's really a perfect place to take a date and sample some beer.”

Zwarte Paardenstraat 91a, 3012 VK Rotterdam, Netherlands

“Very cute shop, but cocktails are outrageously expensive for the size… Cocktail in the picture 14€ and then it wasn't even the one we ordered because the protein was out. A brief information about this would have been nice.”

Gravenstraat 18, 1012 NM Amsterdam, Netherlands

“Very quiet and warm. It was cold outside and was hungry. This place kept it simple and hit the spot.”

Keizersgracht 234, 1016 GZ Amsterdam, Netherlands

“I can recommend the place because of atmosphere and style. They nailed it! I liked the menu, but more the way it’s decorated than the content. All cocktails there are pretentious, with fancy descriptions and ingredients. But I wouldn’t call them special taste-wise. They are good. Just good. Nothing more. You can also order classic cocktails which are not in the menu. Espresso martini was delicious, better than other cocktails from the fancy menu that tried.”

Amstelveenseweg 53, 1075 VT Amsterdam, Netherlands

“I was looking for a black owned restaurant to support on my travels and I am so happy I found this place, amazing food & cocktails! This was my first ever solo dinner and what a phenomenal experience. There were only few people in there on a Thursday night but we all ended up connecting in conversation and drinks with the sweet waitor and bartender. Can’t wait to visit again. Much love y’all 🫶🏽”

Javastraat 88-90, 1094 HM Amsterdam, Netherlands

“We had some delicious drinks at Bar Basquiat. The bar has a great vibe and the staff was very friendly and helpful. We ordered different cocktails throughout the night and all of them were delicious we especially liked the espresso martini! Will for sure come back for a fun night out.”

Tweede Tuindwarsstraat 10A, 1015 RZ Amsterdam, Netherlands

“An absolutely incredible wine bar/restaurant. Delicious food, minds blown by the orange vinegar oysters paired with their excellent pet nat. Tasteful decor and fun attentive staff ! We loved it, definitely worth a visit (We wanted to steal the monogram plates)”

Hoge der A 2, 9712 AC Groningen, Netherlands

“Crispy & delicious bitterballen here! Also various types of hot drinks.”

Rechtstraat 55, 6221 EG Maastricht, Netherlands

“A wonderful speakeasy. Reserved a place in advance. Arrived on time and they breezed us into their lovely cavernous space. Everything was well thought through. The cocktails (and 1 mocktail) were delicious, the team great and welcoming. A great experience.”

Hamburgerstraat 14, 3512 NR Utrecht, Netherlands

“The Japanese whisky cocktail on the specials board was incredible and I’d definitely recommend popping in here for a drink or two. The atmosphere is really cozy and dark. We didn’t try any of the food as it seemed like it was mainly for drinks.”

Looiersgracht 40B, 1016 VS Amsterdam, Netherlands

“A great place for drinks and food. It looks and feels like an old fashioned 'bruin café', but with a more modern twist with the menu. They have a nice selection of lunch options and a variety of tapas to choose from. Staff was friendly, although we had to wait a bit. It was quite busy, with people meeting for talks and drinks (and games) and others like us to have a relaxed lunch. An easy recommendation.”

Sint Agathaplein 4, 2611 HR Delft, Netherlands

“This breezy cafe provided one of my family’s favorite dining experiences during our trip to The Netherlands this August. The apple pie was a treasure, easily one of the best I have ever had. The crust had a lovely crumb and the apples were fresh and light. The environs are gorgeous - close to some cool art installations and along a lovely cobblestone lane, which made for great pedestrian watching. The vegetarian bitterballen and the fried jalapeño were highlights, as well as the pea soup and delicious sandwiches and hummus.”

Breemorsweg 12, 7635 NH Lattrop-Breklenkamp, Netherlands

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Wilhelminaplein 6, 5611 HE Eindhoven, Netherlands

“A vast square in the centre of Eindhoven (but with mainly 100+ year old houses) has "kerb" bars lining the street, serving drinks snacks and meals. This one sprawls all over both sides of the almost deserted road as traffic is restricted. It has more character than the endless modern kerb bars that line the pedestrianised streets in the centre. Try the Leffe Beer with grenadine!”

Albert Cuypstraat 226I, 1073 BN Amsterdam, Netherlands

“Such a nice cocktail bar with Latin America vibes on Albert Cuypstraat! Interior is not so big but cozy. Sitting even at the bar is comfortable. I found their cocktail menu design so smart that you don't gamble on taste of the cocktail that you're gonna order. You know what you get in terms of sweetness, sourness etc. Despite having such small space inside, tables and bathrooms are exceptionally clean.”

Morsweg 8E, 7461 AG Rijssen, Netherlands

“Alles super👌🙂 There are very kindly people....everything is luxxx😍 …”