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Narrow streets, peaceful canals, and quaint 16th-century quarters make the Jordaan district one of the most scenic areas in Amsterdam.

Daytime attractions include novelty boutiques, art studios, and the Anne Frank Huis Museum, while a mix of less touristy bars and nightspots draw a continuous flow of local patrons who prefer the brown bars with their house party scene to the louder clubs in the city center.

On most nights, the taverns, upscale cafés, wine bars, and cocktail lounges in central Jordaan overflow with a well-dressed crowd of young professionals who often spill onto the street, creating a sociable, lively atmosphere.

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Gespot

Cocktail Bar / Restaurant

Party Earth Review Gespot (Spotted) may be popular for its posh atmosphere, but it owes its real fame to the extraordinary and unconventional cocktails served at the downstairs bar. Inventive offerings ... more

Prinsengracht 422
1016 Amsterdam

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Dulac

Bar / Restaurant

Party Earth Review The Dulac became instantly popular with Dutch students when it began to offer half-price meals to those with a student ID – but even without the discount, the place offers appetizers ... more

Haarlemmerstraat 118
1013 Amsterdam

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STOUT!

Bar / Café

Party Earth Review “Stout” is a Dutch term used for people who are being naughty or just plain immodest, and the wait staff and bartenders at STOUT! do their best to embody the word – that is, in a friendly ... more

Haarlemmerstraat 73
1013 Amsterdam

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Boom Chicago

Comedy Club

Party Earth Review Boom Chicago is a comedy theater where fifty percent of the show is improvised, one hundred percent is hilarious, and patrons are guaranteed to laugh out loud for the entire two ... more

Rozengracht 117

1016 LV Amsterdam

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Café Tabac

Brown Bar / Café

Party Earth Review With the swarm of mingling patrons and high-volume chatter on the street corner outside the bar, it’s nearly impossible to pass by Café Tabac without thinking there’s a great party ... more

Brouwersgracht 101
1015 Amsterdam

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Café Proust

Brown Bar / Café

Party Earth Review Café Proust is an upscale bar and café that caters to the Jordaan’s artsy yet cosmopolitan population of well-heeled young professionals. A fresh take on the typical Dutch brown bar ... more

Noordermarkt 4
1015 Amsterdam

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Café De II Prinsen

Brown Bar

Party Earth Review Though the historical portraits and antique chandeliers may create the illusion of an old-fashioned Dutch pub, patrons shouldn't be fooled by appearances. Café De II Prinsen is a lively ... more

Prinsenstraat 27
1015 Amsterdam

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Vyne

Wine Bar

Party Earth Review Small and sophisticated, Vyne is a low-key, modern haven for Amsterdam’s true wine enthusiasts – and the owners have chosen to preserve its peaceful, exclusive ambiance by depending ... more

Prinsengracht 411
1016 Amsterdam

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Bar Struik

Bar / Café

Party Earth Review After spending many years as a typical Dutch brown bar on the Rozengracht, Bar Struik was transformed by its owner Remco, with the help of his uber-cool friends, from a staid old tavern ... more

Rozengracht 160
1016 Amsterdam

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Vesper Bar

Cocktail Bar

Reviewed by Laura B.

"Having already earned a loyal following, Vesper is the the grandaddy of the 'Speak Easy'. Unlike 'Door 74', and most recently 'The Butcher', your welc ..." more

Vinkenstraat 57
1013 JM Amsterdam

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Werck

Bar / Club / Restaurant

Party Earth Review A spacious and modern bar with an ultra-cool décor, Werck is a sharp and polished place perfect for mingling with a hip local crowd. The chic décor features elegant wood dining tables ... more

Prinsengracht 277
1016 Amsterdam

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May 2013

May 22 Wed	Baby I Like It Raw Comedy Show / Comedy / Improv 8:30pm Boom Chicago	Add to Calendar
May 23 Thu	Seven Deadly Dutch Sins Comedy Show / Comedy / Improv 8:30pm Boom Chicago	Add to Calendar
May 25 Sat	Shot of Improv Comedy Show / Stand-Up Comedy / Improv / Stand-Up Comedy 10:30pm Rozentheater	Add to Calendar
May 25 Sat	Shot Of Improv Comedy Show / Stand-Up Comedy / Improv / Stand-Up Comedy 11:00pm Boom Chicago	Add to Calendar