Proeflokaal Arendsnest in Grachtengordel-West

Excellent selection of Dutch beers - just fantastic.

Terrace to watch the canal while you enjoy a good local beer and eat some local food. Nothing else to ask for

Great place. Top-notch staff who know their craft. A huge selection of beers on tap, tasty snacks, and a fun mix of people.

A really cozy atmosphere and incredibly delicious beer. The service is great and friendly. With over 50 beers on the menu, choosing is a bit tricky; ask the staff for their recommendations if you're stuck. I really enjoyed The Captain's Daughter! Update: Went back again, tried a few new beers. Some weren't great, most were excellent. It's always fun to try something different.

Nice little place, lots of nice beers.

Great bar with a cozy atmosphere and an impressive variety of Dutch beers on tap. The staff is knowledgeable and happy to make recommendations. Definitely worth a visit if you’re looking to try something local and unique!

Been here two times, 10 years apart. Neither visit disappointed. If you're looking for an education in the form of local beers and genever, look no further.

I went alone, but the atmosphere was cozy and comfortable, so I didn't feel awkward! I had three beers, and every single one was delicious. 😌 The staff were sweet and friendly. It was nice to have a cheese platter, so I could try a variety of cheeses. 🧀🧀

We go here every year my father visits me!

Great spot for craft beer lover

This is exactly what I want from a bar, a great big beer selection a decent amount of cheese and sausage and a nice quiet atmosphere that lets you speak with people at the bar.

Plan on revisiting next time I'm in Amsterdam. Was an exceptional vibe, lovely patrons and was all round brilliant. Not to mention my partner and I needed to charge our phones and there is a power bank (pay for it hourly) at the back which helped a tonne. We went to this place twice because of how nice it was both inside and out, especially with the canal view. Incredible venue, I already want to go back.

Cozy and a bit hidden, but it was wonderful to find and experience it. A pleasant old-fashioned café...a great experience.

Great beer house. Beer selection, taste, prices, excellent service, interior, prices

Found this beautiful bar strolling along the canal while I was hunting for a La Trappe I tried years ago. Timothy and his team are excellent and so is their collection of best in class brews. Cheers!

Nice selection of beers and nice staff. Spent some quality time on the outdoors seating.

Great beer bar in Amsterdam, friendly and helpful staff, perfect place to relax by the canal and quench your thirst without the crowds

Wonderful and wide selection of beers!

As a decades long global beer hunter, Arendsnest is one of the world's best. While other beer bars tend to focus solely on their own brews or feature a menu of global beers longer than War and Peace, Ardensnest focuses on Dutch beers. There's a few guest taps for contrast, but the innovation and quality of Dutch brewers, in a Dutch only atmosphere, is the primary delivery. Ardensnest is primarily a neighborhood bar, in a relatively quiet part of Amsterdam, where locals and a few fortunate beer tourists gather to enjoy the close, friendly space and a few incredible beers.

Nice beers but very old fashioned

Rebeto and Alexander are very nice and friendly!!! If you’re a fan of draft beer, you must check this place out. Massive tap beer list, all dutch beer. I highly recommend gerardus tripel beer.

One of the most beautiful tasting rooms I have seen in the Netherlands; staff has an enormous amount of knowledge about beer, and the assortment consists of very nice beers, local to unknown. Something for everyone. Also recommended for tastings in larger groups.

We come here more often when we are in Amsterdam. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ What beautiful, unusual beers on tap. No problem to taste them. But also next to the tap a beautiful collection of delicious beers. I also advise to ask what is in the cellar. Because everyone knows how to appreciate a nicely matured Quadruple from Trappe. Staff is knowledgeable and easy to communicate. Don't forget to order the osseworst ❤️

The best of Amsterdam... There are several great ones in Amsterdam, but this one has something extra. Lots of options, friendly service. Just visit to find out.

Local atmosphere and over 50 types of beer? Possible? Ooooh...yes 😁 and a friendly crew. Bravo...and thank you 🤓

The staff is friendly and the beer and food are delicious.

Friendly service, very large selection of beers and a great cheese board!

There are so many varieties of Beer's available. Around 50 types on tap only. Timothy was very friendly and provided details of every beer you're having. If you are at Central area then you have to come here. Just loved it!!

It is a perfect bar with both its staff and atmosphere.

A really nice place, the employees are very sincere, and they seem happy. I recommend you to try their building..

The pizza is highly recommended. It was super delicious.

Great place, fantastic selection of beers and good service. Snacks are traditional Dutch beer snacks.

The beers and waiters were very good

The best place to go for a beer or 6... they quite literally have 100 beers on the menu and 50 on tap. They're all really good so you should plan on being there for a while IMO. Was very good vibes and the place has a really beautiful wood & copper interior. 🍻

Large selection of beers on tap and snacks available. It was a fun place to visit with friends.

A lively bar right next to a canal with over 50 craft beers and great charcuterie.

Wonderful place to sit by the water and have a couple of drinks. Or sit inside and chum it up with the staff, which are great by the way. So many beers to choose from.

Good atmosphere and very tasty beers

First stop for the "morebeer tour" t-shirt. Nice vibe, lots of beers on tap!

A wide variety of excellent Dutch beer and tasty small plates make this bar a must see for anyone in Amsterdam. The atmosphere is very cozy and our barman was very knowledgeable and friendly

Top 2 bars in the city in my opinion. Rotating Dutch-only micro assortment with tons on tap. Canal-side seating. Chill customers who know what’s up. You can come but don’t take my stool.

Very nice place to enjoy beer with multiple choices. Love the indoor decoration and outdoor river sight!

Broad variety of La Trappe trapist ales. A lot delicious cheese options as well. Outside tables on the canal bank.

The pickled onions, the Gouda, and the beers — absolutely divine! So much love for this trio! ♡♡♡

Wide choice of beers, very friendly waiters! As in many pubs in Amsterdam, little choice of food. But it's still worth going!!!

My favorite bar in Amsterdam. Great beer, people, and atmosphere.

Fabulous bar, great range of beers and friendly service.

Very nice bar. wide selection of Dutch beers, all very easy to sort out. Super friendly and helpful staff. Had some super good beers tasts and a plate og meat. Cool bar inside and plenty of seating outside by the river.

Nice tasting room with a huge selection of beers

Nice beers, nice view Would recommend!

This place is amazing, when I want a special beer, something different or have friends visiting me I always go here Vibes are great and the guys are beer expert and never disappoint

Almost exactly my kind of bar. I loved it.

Love this place! It was one of the few places we vidlsited twice while in Amsterdam. HUGE selection of beers on tap and in bottles. Great place for a drink before or after dinner, midday or if you want to plop and chill.

Great place for Dutch beers. 50+ taps. Good bar snack platters hot and cold. Always visit here when in town .Start here for the 4 bar moorbeer tour and get a free T-shirt

On a spring afternoon by the canal. A perfect place to be. Excellent service from Inge. Strongly recommend.

Fantastic experience in Amsterdam. A great bar a bit west of the hustle and bustle of the tourist area. A must visit!

Lots of beer!And they have Chess !

When the weather is nice you can sit outside, which is fantastic. Nice staff

It was very local and good, however the back saloon is freezing. I dont recommend to drink white wine.

Staff is great, beer selection top notch, and the cheese platters are wonderful.

Fantastic selection of Dutch, and only Dutch, beers. Great location and friendly service. Characterful interior with ample space and lovely seating area next to the canal (Heerengracht). Not to be missed.

Really good beer and a very knowledgable man who served us! All local beers

Great beer bar with a huge selection of beer and a great atmosphere!

Great place to have a beer and relax by the canal. Friendly service, good atmosphere and wide selection of craft beer on tap. Recommend!

Amazing Dutch experience with beer on tap🍻The service was top notch, very informative and helpful when choosing your drink.

Heaven for craft&draft beer lovers! Amazing selection of beers & friendly staff. Bonus; pet friendly 🐶🍻

Here you start your beer tour of Amsterdam, the Bar is decorated respecting the old image, it has a wide variety of beers and the service has been very pleasant!

This is a great spot for locally brewed beer(huge selection) in a great location downtown old Amsterdam. A must visit for beer lovers.

Great menu with huge beer selection (nl) beer. Many complicated beers, okk blond and tripel on tap. Good service. Tasty cheeses.

Burn atmosphere and great variety of beers

Delicious beers and expert and friendly service.

Excellent service! Very delicious food and drinks. Some beers on the menu are not available. Friendly staff! I WOULD RETURN WITHOUT A HESITATION!

Went to visit here on recommendation lovely atmosphere

great typical dutch beer house. nice selection of beers, all styles.

Not gonna lie, I’m not a beer fanatic, but this place just hits different. First thing that got me was the barkeep’s take on Heineken (which, by the way, isn’t allowed anywhere near the premises; rightfully so!) and his passion for craft beers & spirits. That alone had me hooked. Tried just four beers (ugh unfortunately), but if you're a pilsner person, Chateau Neubourg is a must; easily one of the best I’ve had. Poka Pils isn’t bad either, so give it a shot if you can. Now, I don’t usually do IPAs, but the barkeep’s favorite Goud Schuim is a must-try and is hands down the best IPA I’ve had so far. And as a stout guy, I gotta say, the Nitro Stout is one of the best I’ve ever had , If you're into stouts, do yourself a favor and get one (. 11/10 would recommend. If you’re looking for proper beer (and a Heineken-free zone), this is the spot.

Very nice and pleasant staff. A huge selection of tap beers available that changes continuously. Of course, various bottles are also included as standard in the range. Definitely recommended when visiting Amsterdam!

I really enjoyed the tables outside by the canal and the big selection of beers. The waiter seemed also very knowledgeable and friendly!

Excellent one-stop shop to try a lot of Dutch beers. Cozy atmosphere inside and nice views of the canal outside.

I was amazed by their extensive beer selection—you’re sure to find something to your liking.

Friendly service, huge selection of beers and generous cheese platter!

Stopped here for drinks before dinner. Large selection of beer on tap!

Nice bar, friendly service. Their beef worst is delicious. Best to skip the whiskeys and stick to their draft beers. Many other beers offered by the bottle as well.

Nice place with a wide selection of beers, very professional and friendly staff. Cheeses you absolutely must try!

Awesome bar with a huge range of Dutch beers. Friendly staff.

Great selection of beers. Very helpful staff and a lovely atmosphere.

Excellent selection of beers and great traditional decor. Highly recommend

The selection of draft beers is impressive and the cheeses of the highest standard. The service is impeccable and the atmosphere perfect.

A bar like old times. The service is warm, traditional, and truly Amsterdam. Atmosphere is always excellent!

As good as the other reviews indicate! Great selection of craft beers! No mass produced swill here!

Perfect beer but you won’t find hot meals

I don't know how to describe this lovely place. For a moment I wish I could stop the time and drink.

Well curated selection of beers with over 50 on tap.

This is the coolest place I’ve ever been. Ansel is a QUEEN. You made me like drinking beer again. Never change. Can’t wait to come back. She’s, ‘got your back girl’ <3

We had many different drinks with the guidelines of the bartender and enjoyed everything. Especially the beer cheese plate. Super vibe and great atmosphere

I've been coming here for years, so it's high time to write a favorable review. I think this is my favorite cafe in Amsterdam. An inexhaustible list of beautiful beers on the menu (many on tap) and professional staff who always know how to recommend something surprising. You can often also taste/test before ordering, if you are not sure whether the beer is for you. No loud music here, so it's a great place for a good conversation. Attractive decor, a bit of a brown café meets Irish pub. There are also some simple snacks on the menu, including some tasty cheeses, but ultimately you come here for the beer and that is second to none. See you soon, Eagle's Nest! 🩷🍻

Excellent place for beer lovers. They focus on Dutch beers and have more than 40 on tap. The place itself is very interesting with a nice beer bar atmosphere

Attractively decorated café with many old promotional materials from breweries. Lots of choice in various specialty beers and also the start of the Morebeertour www.morebeertour.nl, a walk through Amsterdam with a total of 4 rest points for a snack and a drink.

Friendly staff, clean environment, delicious beers and food

Wonderful beer focused bar. Well curated selection of regional craft beers with a very knowledgeable staff.

One of the best beer bars in Amsterdam.