Nestled in the bustling heart of Amsterdam's Red Light District, this lively bar captures a nautical charm, serving up pints, whiskey, and unforgettable vibes.
Oudezijds Achterburgwal 39-A, 1012 BG Amsterdam, Netherlands Get directions
"Koningsdag: A Royal Holiday for Party Animals In a city that prides itself on its reputation as Europe’s Sodom and Gomorrah, Koningsdag (King's Day) is the one day of the year when everyone gets f*cked-up. It's when Dutchies honor their monarch by parading down canals in festooned boats, dancing in streets and getting smashed to techno-tunes blasting from disco stages. With King Willem's 2013 coronation, Koningsdag will be celebrated on April 26, 2014—a day earlier than future years because the new king's birthday falls on a Sunday. Koningsnacht (King's Night) will be celebrated on April 25, 2014. Join party-goers on Warmoesstraat, gyrating to pulsating street bands. Belly up to the bar at Stones and admire the barristers over pints of Heineken. Don’t get too f*cked up if you want to get a jump start at the next morning’s Vrijmarkt (free market), when all of Amsterdam turns into a giant garage sale. Would you part with €1 to guess a fat lady’s weight? Or let a child serenade you in Vondelpark? Or throw an egg in a stranger’s face? Have a go on Koningsdag, when entrepreneurs of all ages trade old treasures and new talents for cash. Jostle for a spot on Prinsengracht to watch buff gays in skimpy attire and beer-swilling locals on decorated boats. On Rokin, breathe in the aroma of grilled kebobs and marijuana smoke. Hold on to your hat as you spin on an aerial swing at the Dam Square carnival. However you spend Koningsdag, it's easy to friends wandering the streets, and poking into bars and coffeeshops until dawn."
This is probably the best place to stop for a good pint in the whole Red Light district. The host is a really nice guy that often starts to entertain the guests by singing with a PROFOUND voice that i found hilarious. The good thing is that it offers a great view on the main canal... and some of the girl cabinets.
Kemal Haydar
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The atmosphere is truly amazing. People are friendly. It's a small but charming pub. The owner really knows how to run this place.
Andrew Turton
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A great place to have a few cold beers in the red light district. Not overpriced. Good atmosphere. Interesting toilet. A proper pub!
Colin Baker
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Wow!! In the middle of the red light district, this is the place to come for good music, very expensive beer, the best people watching and the best atmosphere!! It's big and brash, and if you don't like crowds ....don't come here. Such an eclectic bunch of people with hundreds of Scottish football fans descending on the place in advance of their team playing The Netherlands tomorrow. Crazy, crazy crazy !!
Jason Howard
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Very busy pub located bang in the middle of the red light district of Amsterdam, which also happens to have a great atmosphere. This was emphasized by the highly amusing bar staff who kindly educated me on the ways of the streets around here.
It was Amsterdam marathon weekend along with Amsterdam Dance Event all going on, so the streets were packed on this Sunday.
Started here for a quiet wind down to the weekend but somehow the three of us can't remember getting back to the hotel at 4am.
tracy crowe
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Great bar service. Brilliant pub. Sat outside the next day after a great Friday nite. Fantastic atmosphere and loud happy singing by everyone. 17 May 2025. I will return to visit this pub again.
Paul Lee
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Great beer and service.Good place to people watch.
Flo
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They guy behind the bar didn’t seem very friendly, seemed more like he was really annoyed by his job.
The atmosphere is good, although it can be very very packed.