You donāt have to be a sommelier to appreciate wine. After all, you canāt beat a nice glass of wine and good company, especially after a week in the office. Wine bars are not the exclusive domain of those who know their merlots from their malbecs.
On the contrary, if you know nothing about wine but love it then a good wine bar is the place for you. The best wine bars will be able to direct you to the perfect drop of red, white or rose and you can learn a lot.
There are plenty of wine bars in Amsterdam but some are better than others and these eight wine spots represent the very best of the best in the city, so give them a try and see what you think.
Blend Coffee & Wine
At Blend Coffee & Wine youāll find a variety of Mediterranean style or inspired dishes, like moussaka and paella but itās also a lovely spot for some evening drinks. The way to experience delicious food and wine there is to go for the āHigh Wineā, where they will pair the perfect wines with the dishes served. This way you can experience several different wines and decide which youād like to order from the menu next time without the confusion of just staring at a wine list.
šLocation: Oranje-Vrijstaatplein 40, 1093 NG Amsterdam
La Dilettante
Nestled on one of De Pijpās charming streets, La Dilettante is a cozy gem for natural wine enthusiasts. This intimate spot combines dim lighting and a relaxed vibe, perfect for unwinding after a busy day. With an extensive selection of natural wines by the glass or bottle, along with alcohol-free options and tempting cheese platters, La Dilettante is a must-visit for a laid-back, memorable evening.
šLocation: Saenredamstraat 37, 1072 CB Amsterdam
GlouGlou
Located in De Pijp, GlouGlou is the perfect place to stop for a glass of wine and a charcuterie platter when youāre out and about in the city. Youāll find a large selection of natural wines alongside other, mostly French wines. Plus, the food is delicious. You can expect escargots, French cheeses and plenty of traditional French dishes. In the summer you can enjoy it all on the sunny terrace.
šLocation: Tweede van der Helststraat 3, 1073 AE Amsterdam
Bar Centraal
If youād prefer something spicy with your wine then just head next door from Glou Glou to Bar Centraal where youāll now find delicious Asian food. Plus, there are tons of natural wines to try and plenty of vegetarian dishes on offer. If you donāt know which wine to go with then just ask the waiters who will be able to direct you to something youāll love.
šLocation: Ten Katestraat 16, 1053 CE Amsterdam
Wijnbar Paulus
This lovely little wine bar has the most attentive owner who youāre sure to see whenever you go. Heās always more than willing to advise customers on what wines they might like to try and the food is fresh with a menu that changes every day. If youād prefer to pick at something rather than eat a whole meal you can always opt for the cheeseboard.
šLocation: Ceintuurbaan 348, 1072 GP Amsterdam
Bubbles & Wines
Bubbles & Wines is run by two men who love wine and know a lot about it. They will introduce you to wines you didnāt even know existed, including a huge selection of champagne and Italian wines. The food is delicious and feels just as luxurious and rich as the wines, for which the restaurant won the title of āBest Wine Bar List In The World 2021ā.
šLocation: Nes 37, 1012 KC Amsterdam
Bar Parry
At Bar Parry, youāll find vibrant food from across Europe but the dishes mostly feature Mediterranean flavours and ingredients like octopus and porchetta.Ā The wine comes from De Wijnkwinkel in 9 streets and the wine list is huge, incorporating wines from Italy, France, Spain and even countries such as Germany.
šLocation: Eerste Looiersdwarsstraat 15, 1016 VL Amsterdam
