Best Brew Pubs in Amsterdam

The Biertuin in Amsterdam is only open since June 2012 and already a neighborhood favorite. This cosy cafe and restaurant with a huge patio is located in Amsterdam East on the border of the Oosterpark. The patio at the Biertuin is huge and very sunny during the warm weather months. In the winter the patio is heated. On draft at the Biertuin you find more than 15 different kind of beers. Some local, some Belgian but all very special. They have another 40 beers by the bottle. The Biertuin is a great place for a drink only with some bar bites or for dinner with friends and larger groups. They are famous for the grilled chicken!

This brew pub is located right next to the brewery of Butcher's Tears. It has several of the beers on draft and also other specialty beers on the menu. Besides an extensive range of Butcher's Tears ales from tap and bottle, including limited and special releases available nowhere else. But don't worry of you're not into beer they also have Dutch cider, wine from a private importer, lightly roasted coffee made like within the Swedish scout movement. When the weather is nice you can sit outside at the patio of Butcher's Tears to enjoy your drinks. This brew pub is open from Wednesday to Sunday between 4 - 9 pm. It's a bit hidden at an industrial area but don't let that fool you!

In de Wildeman is an Amsterdam favorite. With more than 250 beers available, 18 of which are on tap, beer lovers rejoice at the mere mention of this pub's name. The bar was once a distillery and is now a well-known beer tasting room. In de Wildeman focuses mainly on Dutch and Belgian brews, but also offers British, American and German beers, as well as several ciders. With so many options to choose from, making a decision can be daunting. When in doubt, select the beer of the week or beer of the month. You can't go wrong. Make sure to soak in the authentic atmosphere, too.

Call your friends and meet at De Zotte, a Belgian beer cafe. Sit at the bar and chat with the bar tender or find a table and make yourself comfortable. Look around; the benches are worn in and the walls are elegantly decorated with signature beer labels. The caf� radiates a relaxed yet social vibe. De Zotte offers 130 different Belgian beers, eight of which are on draft. From white beers to ales and lagers and everything in between, De Zotte is truly a beer lover's heaven. If you cannot decide, opt for the beer of the month or ask your server for a recommendation. If need be, you can also grab a bite to eat. The menu offers delicious options — steak, vegetarian quiche, homemade Flemish fries and more. This brew pub promises an all-around good time.

Arendsnest distinguishes itself from other brown cafes in Amsterdam by serving beer only from Dutch breweries. Therefore, if you want to receive a taste of the Netherlands, you've come to the right place. Step up to the bar. Arendsnest offers 100 different beers. In addition, there are at least 30 on draft. You may find it difficult to make a decision. Tastings are also offered downstairs in tasting room Bartholomeus. The session will teach you how to properly taste beer, allow you to sample different types and also help you learn about the history of beer and its brewing process.

De Druif, which literally translates to "The Grape" in English, is one of the oldest bars in Amsterdam. Originally a distillery, De Druif dates back to 1631. It is speculated that sailors frequently visited the establishment. Now, De Druif is a local Amsterdam favorite. The place does not play any music but still offers an intimate and cozy environment to have a drink. You can choose from an assortment of beers and spirits and have an enjoyable, relaxing occasion out. If weather permits, visitors can sit outside on the terrace or lounge inside if it's raining or cold. It is difficult to reach by public transportation, so it is best to walk or bike.

Albeit small in size, this inviting brown bar is a big player in the game of beer selection. With hundreds of bottled beers and a number of on-tap options, the place appeals to those who appreciate the heady, rich flavor of good brews. A good proportion of the beers are Belgian in origin, although you'll find samples from elsewhere on the planet as well. A great equalizer, the bar takes care of everyone from tourists and blue-collar workers to professionals and locals. Gollem is famous for its special beers for over 40 years. With two locations in Amsterdam Gollem is a place that beer lovers should not miss when they're in town.

The Brouwerij t'IJ allows you to combine great beer and a bit of Dutch scenery. Europeans, especially the Dutch, Germans and Belgians, are known for great tasting beer. Explore an Amsterdam local favorite, the Brouwerij t'IJ. This place is especially significant in that it situated at the base of De Gooyer windmill, one of the few windmills left in the city. So if you can't get out of the city long enough to see the Dutch countryside, make your way to the east side of Amsterdam to visit the Brouwerij t'IJ. The tasting room is open from 14:00 to 20:00, and tours are available weekend days at 15:30 and 16:00.

The bar at Stadscafe Van Mechelen is a great place to meet with friends for drinks. No matter on what day you go there, it's always packed with locals meeting up to enjoy a beer and some snacks. Van Mechelen has over eight Belgium beers on the tap and another 15 beers per bottle. If you rather drink wine don't worry, Van Mechelen has a great wine list too. The assortiment of craft beers at tis brew pub in Amsterdam is seasonal and will vary. At Van Mechelen they work with the local Amsterdam brewers: 2 Chef's craft brewers, Butchers-tears, Oedipus brewing and Flying dog.