Cafe the Barrel in Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde

I don't recommend it, the coffee is strong and hard, the chocolate more or less. Basic the place.

So fun come with your friends! We’re from the states and we had the best time 🥹 They’re so friendly and the drinks are SUPERB

Early priced. Relaxed vibe. Would come again.

It was a great bar where I could enjoy a Pineapple Martini endlessly! I had a great time! I definitely want to go there again! 🍍🍸✨

Stumbled upon this on my way home, was attracted by the nice people smoking outside and the ambient lighting. Inside it’s a simple Grolsch-dominated menu of beer, plus a good spirits selection. The beer is kept very well, and the service from David and the team was lovely. The music is fun, the veranda is cosy, and the fruit machines are enticing. Open until 1am, I’ll be back again. (I didn’t have the food but it’s probably as perfect as the rest).

Recently I visited the barrel and it was an amazing experience! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, perfect for a night out with friends. The staff were friendly and attentive which made it even more enjoyable. The drinks were excellent, with a wide range of cocktails and specialty beers to choose from. I especially enjoyed pineapple martini which was a real highlight. All in all a fantastic place that I definitely recommend for anyone looking for a fun night out!

I had a great time at Café de Barrel, partly thanks to the top service from bartender David! From the moment I walked in I felt welcome. David was friendly, attentive and super helpful. He was very knowledgeable about the different drinks on the menu and was willing to create something special based on my taste. Truly a hidden gem in the chaos of the center!

A Wednesday night, so totally dead. Drinks itself were fine, but bartender - despite the menu inviting patrons to order off menu for cocktails - was not able to mix those requests. Might be better with different staff and on a busier night.

Small cozy bar, the bartender makes top quality cocktails and I don't mince my words.

If we weren't tourists, this could be our favorite café. Very cozy and beautiful interior, nice range of tasty drinks (cocktails!) and friendly service!

Very nice atmosphere, nice service and reasonable prices

Second time ín Amsterdam ín 5 years, if I knew this place existed it would have been my 10th visit ín the same Time. It is that good, really friendly staff, good prices, open ín impossible hours.

Made some amazing shots for us and was very attentive and the service had been amazing. Even gave us some extra shots at no extra price. Really worth a visit. Would recommend 10/10

They let me taste some of the beers and red ale was so delicious also they were so kind!!! Thank you for making my only day in Amsterdam!!!!

the best bar i have ever been. Serefe :))

Had a great pineapple martini here! Bartender was really nice and seemed to care about if I liked my drink or not! Looks like an American college bar, chill vibe

THIS IS THE BEST PLACE EVER DAVID IS GREAT

Very cool little bar off of the main streets. Definitely has the vibe of an American college bar. Friendly staff, chilled atmosphere. The espresso martini was exceptional.

Best cocktails in the lovelies bar in Amsterdam

A great little bar with fantastic easy going staff. Just down a little laneway, but easy to find and not full of idiots. 10/10.

Lovely place, great service and very clean. Very good at making cocktails! We will be back!

A hidden gem off the side street in Dam Square. We went back every day. David the owner and Alex are total gentlemen and make you feel welcome from the moment you set foot inside the door. Special thank you to David for all the tips on where to eat and visit while in the city and avoid the expensive tourist traps. Looking forward to seeing you all next time.

A great bar to relax with friends away from the frenzy of the city. The beer is good and the managers are super friendly. See you next time without fail. Thank you very much for the welcome.

A nice and cosy bar. Not crowded, that you can spend time with your friends talking about anything. While music was from Spotify, they have a very good taste

Really cute little bar in one of the side streets! The bartender (didn’t get his name :() was great had fabulous service!! We had an Aperol spritz and cosmo both v nice!

Very cool spot with a very cool owner. Ask him to make you a cocktail. You won’t be disappointed!

Excellent service and delicious cocktails. We thoroughly enjoyed the whiskey sours and margaritas. Bartender was kind enough to recommend a few breakfast places for us to try while staying in Amsterdam.

It's a great, cozy bar. The bartender is very friendly. He helps you choose the drinks. The selection is quite small but well thought out. Everyone can find something there.

Beautiful bar, tasty beers and a nice bartender, in short: highly recommended!

Cocktail workshop with 8 women at the Barrel. Really nice how David did it, delicious cocktails and a lot of laughs. Recommended! What a great start to our bachelor party.

What an amazing place we found... The owner is amazing, really friendly and the place is what u want for a drink.

Favorite bar😍 David is a very nice bartender. Every year I look forward to my long weekend in Amsterdam and to the beautiful evenings in the bar with delicious red wine and great people.

This is an amazing place with amazing beer choices. Great environment.

Such a hidden gem in Amsterdam! The cocktails are incredible (shout outs to pineapple martini and a chocomel creation off menu). David is a lovely host and gave us so many hints and tips on what to do, we came back to this bar every night of our stay and met some great people there! Lovely vibe, super chill, and we’ll definitely be back on our next Amsterdam visit! Thanks David! 😍

This was an incredible stop during our time in Amsterdam. The owner is very friendly and helped us plan what to do, not just in Amsterdam but throughout the rest of our trip! Great beers on tap. Highly recommend.

Great pub, nice friendly boss. We were there as a group and had a lot of fun. We recommend.

This is a hidden gem in Amsterdam. Amidst the bustling city, it's challenging to find spots that aren't overcrowded—this bar is one of them. It was pleasantly uncrowded, the waiter provided excellent service, engaging in lively conversation with us, and we had a fantastic time. The highlight was a special pineapple cocktail with a passion fruit twist, which was absolutely delicious.

The cafe organizes workshops on making dutch syrup waffles. Lovely atmosphere, great owner and wonderful experience! I recommend!🤝

Ten out of ten, a delightful hidden gem that pulls you in with its charmingly low key atmosphere and keeps you there with the great beer, lovely patrons, and swell owner. Went for one, stayed for several.

A small, nice cocktail bar in the city center of Amsterdam. perfect service and real cocktails (not only ice and water) 🤗

Most friendly pub i have ever been ! David is a great host , he makes sure everyone is having their best time while in The Barrel!

I’m a regular visitor to Amsterdam on business, I was busy on the first day of my visit but went to Cafe The Barrel every day aft er ! . I’ve been many times to the Barrel and this visit didn’t disappoint ! A great bar in Dam & and never fails to make my stay perfect. The owner David remembered my name which is a fantastic personal touch , and as always I had a great time at cheaper prices than Dan square. Thanks again ! See you next time out

Popped in for a couple of drinks small friendly bar nice atmosphere

The cocktails were incredible… the best we’ve had in Amsterdam! Great service and a very cute vibe!!

Favourite place in Amsterdam!!! Pineapple martini was the BEST cocktail we've EVER had. The owner is amazing too! Super cute venue, will definitely be back over the next few days of our trip!!!

Barman made it difficult to leave, in the best possible way. Very generous with drink measures, great spot

Love this place! Drinks and ambiance are amazing. Will be back :)

A fantastic bar in Amsterdam to have some beers at a reasonable price and with a good atmosphere! We loved it and we will return!!! Greetings from Malaga!!

Good beer, cool atmosphere for a small group of friends who want to have a drink and chat. Very friendly bartender who offers peanuts with every beer. In the top

great vibe, super kind bartender

Great pub to drink delicious beer. The boss and the service staff are great and we had interesting conversations with them.

Absolutely love this bar - recommend it to everyone. Other guests as well as the owner are absolutely lovely. Recommend 100%

David was awesome! Couldn’t have asked for a better stop off after just landing and venturing out.

Lovely and cosy bar. Bartender is a super nice guy. Thank you for the extra shots!

great place good vibes and lovely people

Café The Barrel is my happy place! David, the owner, sets the tone with his genuine friendliness and sense of humor. Insane location, great community.

Nice bar great beers on the tap âne very friendly owner

Nicest owner, clean bar which is not usual in Amsterdam. If u go anywhere else u a punk.

Really amazing bar. Nice inside, clean bar, great service. The guy behind the bar, David, is super sweet and always give the best service. In a tourist area but not a tourist bar at all. Can't recommend it enough.

David is incredible! Always makes me feel welcome and looked after. Good drinks prices for central Amsterdam! Feels like a local place for somewhere that is a bit more touristy. If you get the chance make sure you swing by; David will make sure your time in the city is amazing

Such nice bar! Staff is so friendly and a truly such cozy experience. Recommend 100%

An incredibly cozy spot has crept into the heart of Amsterdam. A cheerful bartender David who will provide you not only with great drinks, but also a good mood. Highly recommended

A lovely bar! Highly recommend! Great drinks, great cocktails

Great location, amazing staff, drinks are delicious and good price! Nice music, everything you want for a nice evening with friends! Dankjulliewel

Jan was lovely and worked hard to make our drinks perfect

Jan is the man! Great bar with a better bartender. Go on Monday to meet Jan and you won’t go wrong.

Top! Geweldige plaats, altijd kans op een verrassende avond

Great cocktails, great venu, great crowd... what do you need more than this ?

Utterly lovely gentleman tending bar. The owner's father, amazingly. Loads of American tourists, but that's all of Amsterdam.

Jan is the best and most friendliest barkeeper I've met in a long time! Greetings from Austria <3

Great atmosphere and a very friendly owner!

Very friendly staff! Great experience!

Great bar, friendly staff and delicious drinks

Best espresso martini in town by far. Great music and even better host!

Awesome bartender, nice flair, good beer! Felt like coming home to be honest 😄👍

Goede gastheer met heerlijke cocktails, genoten met de meiden 🫶

Such a perfect pub in Dam Square. David is an amazing bartender and makes some great drinks. Great location close to the Square and awesome setting with indoor and outdoor seating.

Really nice place! The cocktails are good! The atmosphere is also nice! Recommend!

One of few places in Amsterdam with a great tequila selection

Awesome drinks, super-bartender, spicy ginger beer. Don't tell the internet. Shhhh....

The best bar we visited when we were in Amsterdam, the owner clearly knows his stuff and is a great laugh. Tasty drinks, a great atmosphere… AND they have Jenga!!

Great place for drinks! The bartender cares about what you like and makes amazing drinks. He also gave us great recommendations about local places.

Such a great hole-in-the-alley bar and cocktail space for a more intimate conversation! Bartender had great service and recommendations. The espresso martini is amazing.

This place is amazing! Such a great welcoming oasis in the middle of tourist central. We live local and will 100% be going back

Great little hidden gem of a cocktail bar/pub in the heart of Amsterdam! Was looking for a place that had something other than awful Heineken on draft and walking around found this little gem! I had great recommendations from David and ended up having some awesome Dutch needs (XXX Mokum Bier & Bavaria). Come check him out! And if you're looking for something, need recommendations, tips or just a chat while you have a beer or cocktail this is your place! And during summer yes, they do have AC!

Great Bar. David was our bartender and I will recommend it to all my friends visiting Amsterdam as well as business colleagues who are there for large events.

Had a trip to Amsterdam in November with a few friends & paid the Barrel another visit .. it didn’t disappoint!! 5 min walk from Dam square is this little gem of a bar without the high prices of the square. Such a great atmosphere in this bar that I keep going back every time I visit Amsterdam, the owner David is so friendly and only too pleased to help with local information. I highly recommend

Spent a long weekend int he Dam and so pleased we found this place early into our trip. Lovley atmosphere, very friendly staff and locals and of course great beer. We returned on a number of occasions and will defiantly be back. Thanks David for a wonderful time.

Fantastic bar with a great atmosphere and a cracking beer and spirits selection! We were a group of 7 and welcomed with open arms by David. You could not ask for a nicer guy to serve your beer. Thanks for an amazing few visits……we will be back for sure!!