Entertainment in Amsterdam worth going out for.

The centre belongs to people who don't live here, so almost everything I recommend is outside the canal ring.

I keep track of entertainment in Amsterdam and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.

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Top picks

Fa. Pekelhaaring

Fa. Pekelhaaring

Amsterdam-Zuid • $$$

Open kitchen & handmade pasta

REM

REM Great Terrace

Amsterdam • $$$$

Historic waterfront hangout

Tolhuistuin

Tolhuistuin Great Terrace

Amsterdam-Noord

Waterside music & dining

FC Hyena

FC Hyena Hot right now

Amsterdam-Noord • $$

Cinema, wine & waterfront

Hasta La Vista, Baby - Restaurant & Rooftop Bar

Hasta La Vista, Baby - Restaurant & Rooftop Bar

Amsterdam-Zuid

Sky-high cocktails & latin nights

Skatecafe

Skatecafe Hot right now

Amsterdam-Noord • $$

Skate ramp & warehouse vibes

Café Restaurant Czaar

Café Restaurant Czaar

Amsterdam-Centrum • $$

Neighborhood bar & bites

Klaproos Amsterdam

Klaproos Amsterdam Great Terrace

Amsterdam-Noord • $$

Pizza that turns into party

Meerzicht Farm

Meerzicht Farm

Amsterdam-Zuid • $$

Farm pancake house

De Carrousel Pannenkoeken Amsterdam

De Carrousel Pannenkoeken Amsterdam Great Terrace

Amsterdam-Centrum • $$

Whimsical pancake carousel

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House of Noa

House of Noa Hot right now

Amsterdam-Centrum • $$$$

Vault dining, late-night dancing

Restaurant Europa

Restaurant Europa

Amsterdam-Noord • $$$$

Open kitchen theater

Soulkitchen Amsterdam

Soulkitchen Amsterdam

Amsterdam-Centrum • $$$$

Dinner beats & nightlife

The Living Kitchen: Rooftop Restaurant and Bar by Zoku Amsterdam

The Living Kitchen: Rooftop Restaurant and Bar by Zoku Amsterdam

Amsterdam-Centrum • $$

Open kitchen dining

Tramrestaurant AmsterTram - Taste the City

Tramrestaurant AmsterTram - Taste the City

Amsterdam-Oost • $$$$

Fine dining on wheels

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Frequently asked questions

How are these entertainment in Amsterdam chosen?

I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.

Is everything here still happening?

Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.

How do I find something that suits me?

Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.

Do I need an account?

No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.

Is it free?

Yes, completely.

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