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De Balie
Kleine Gartmanplantsoen 10 (553 51 31). Part
of cultural center 'de Balie', this bar caters to a theater and movie going
public. Housed in the former Leidseplein
prison, this is a large and airy place, with an upstairs
restaurant and a bar below. Nice view of the hustle and bustle of the Leidseplein.Open 11am-1am (2am weekends). Kitchen open 6pm-10pm. |
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De Brakke Grond Nes 43 (626 00 44). This
bar-restaurant on a quiet little square is part of the Flemish Cultural
Centre which, in the same building, also houses a theater and a gallery.
During summer, the square transforms into an enjoyable and sunny terrace.
Flanders being a part of Belgium, the Brakke Grond is famous for its large
selection of Belgian beers, and of course for its Flemish cuisine.Open noon-1am (2am weekends). Kitchen open 2pm-10pm. De Engelbewaarder Kloveniersburgwal 59 (625 37 72). Started out as a 'literary cafe' in the seventies but the focus has shifted to music and food. Decent kitchen, moderately priced. Popular live jazz jam-session every Sunday from 4-7pm. Open 12pm-1am. Kitchen 6pm-10pm. Festina Lente Looiersgracht 40b (638 14 12). Cosy and intimate, a real neighborhood hangout. On the menu various 'lentini'; small dishes, largely Mediterranean in origin. Excellent place to while away some time. Open daily 10.30am-1am, kitchen 6pm-11pm. Kapitein Zeppos Gebed Zonder End 5 (624 20 57). Spacious and airy bar-restaurant Kapitein Zeppos was named after a famous Belgian television star of the '60s. Divided into a bar area with a stage, and a restaurant area with a glass roof that can be opened on warm sunny days. Zeppos also has a cobblestone courtyard which makes a very pleasant terrace. Live music every Sunday, the highlight being the monthly cabaret. Open 11am-1pm (2am weekends). Kitchen noon-4pm & 6pm-11pm. |
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