What to order at Tales and Spirits

Signature drink
Vintage-glass cocktails with house infusions
CuisineCocktail bar
TypeCocktail bar
Price€€€
HoursWed-Sat 17:30-01:00; Sun-Tue closed
Signature drinkVintage-glass cocktails with house infusions
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Food program: Snacks and bar plates

Location

Address: Lijnbaanssteeg 5-7, 1012 TE Amsterdam

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