Brouwerij 't IJ ★ 4.6
Brouwerij 't IJ has brewed Amsterdam beer in the old bathhouse next to the De Gooyer windmill since 1985, the taproom serving its pilsner, IPA and Zatte to the terrace.
Taprooms, brewpubs and the local beer scene in Amsterdam worth taking a tram to.
Where to drink local
Oedipus Brewing ★ 4.5
Oedipus in Amsterdam-Noord runs an experimental brewery with a busy taproom, the four founders pushing Thai-inflected Mama, the polyamorie blend, seasonal sours.
Walhalla Brewery ★ 4.4
Walhalla in Amsterdam-Noord brews from a former tyre garage, the founder Aart Schaap building a Norse-mythology lineup since 2015, taproom pouring direct from tank.
Two Chefs Brewing ★ 4.4
Two Chefs is Amsterdam's largest microbrewery, founded by two chefs in 2012, the production hidden but the flagship bar in West pouring the full rotating list.
Poesiat and Kater ★ 4.3
Poesiat and Kater in Amsterdam Oost rebuilt the Van Vollenhoven brand and runs a brewery, taproom and bistro in a converted industrial hall, big terrace, big beers.
Butcher's Tears ★ 4.3
Butcher's Tears in Amsterdam Oud-Zuid is the small brewery in a converted carpentry shop, the taproom serving English-style ales and Belgian sours alongside.
De Prael ★ 4.2
De Prael near Centraal is the Amsterdam social-enterprise brewery employing people with psychiatric backgrounds, the taproom a sprawling courtyard a step off the red-light edge.
Breweries in Amsterdam, FAQ
When is the best time to eat in Amsterdam?
Peak food season in Amsterdam is year-round.
What time do people eat in Amsterdam?
Local dining hours: lunch around 12:30, dinner from 19:30.
How does tipping work in Amsterdam?
service is typically included; small extra is welcome but not expected.
What is the one dish to try in Amsterdam?
Ask the next local you meet what they would order. Amsterdam rewards trust.