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Pont 13, a classy refurbished ferry

Pont 13 is one of our favourites places for all times. A truly hidden gem that’s worth the logistics of getting there. This beautiful industrial-chic restaurant is completely on the water, based in an old municipal ferry from 1927,  which definitely…

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il Pecorino, an Italian trattoria across Central Station

il Pecorino sits right across the Ij, opposite to Central Station and Delirium Cafe. It has a lovely venue structure which offers both good shade and a lovely sun bath. Ideal to enjoy a sunset and get away from the crowds. It’s…

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Delirium Cafe , the best of Belgium at a boat’s reach

Delirium Cafe is based at the side of the Ij, with an splendind view to the harbour and meters away from Muziekgebouw and places like Hannekes Boom and Mediamatic Eten. It has an after office type fun atmosphere with loud…

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Roest, Amsterdam’s city beach

Roest is Amsterdam’s city beach. And it feels a bit like being in Berlin:  Young crowd. Hip beauties. A place with vibrant vibes and where pretensions are thrown overboard. Located at an industrial area involving an old steel factory and warehouses…

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Cafe Hesp, mingle with the locals

Cafe Hesp is right there on the wide Amstel riverbank. It can hardly be beat for location. It has nice outdoor setting that gets loads of sun late into the afternoon or evening. Usually with many groups of people enjoying a drink, an outdoor…

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van Mechelen, the full Belgium experience

van Mechelen stadscafe, is at the sides of the Schinkel canal. The relatively small entrance opens to a wonderfully industrial and warm decoration. Inside, the old furniture makes you feel like if you were in an old factory, but in…

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Lokaal Edel, a perfect city oasis

Lokaal Edel, is one of our favourites to go with the boat. Posted in the monumental building Het Sieraad, a 1920’s school for jewellers with a curving brick façade which is a good example of Amsterdam School architectural design. Its interior decor is hip, full…