A boozy brunch in the heart of Amsterdam is the solution to almost everything. Tough week at work? Go for brunch. No plans for the weekend yet? Go for brunch. Not sure where to take a romantic date? Go for brunch. When in doubt, brunch is always a safe bet. Especially when cocktails are involved. After all, there’s little that goes better with a bagel topped with salmon and cream cheese or a stack of pancakes drizzled with sticky maple syrup than a strawberry daiquiri or a mimosa—or just both. Read on to discover where to find the city’s best boozy brunch spots.
1. Staring at Jacob, Oud-West
This New York-style brunch spot takes American portions to a whole new level. Staring at Jacob is known for its juicy chicken and fluffy waffles, but also for its impressive selection of endlessly delicious cocktails that pack a punch. Looking for something with a kick? Then the dirty bloody marys are a top choice, though a glass of water on the side is no luxury.
📍Address: Jacob Van Lennepkade 215, 1054 ZP Amsterdam.
2. Miss G’s Brunch Boat, Centrum-West
Imagine: sipping endless prosecco while cruising through the maze of Amsterdam’s canals in a traditional open boat. Sound good? Then you’ll want to experience brunch in style on Miss G’s almost-too-good-to-be-true Brunch Boat. On the bottomless brunch menu, you choose one delicious brunch dish while enjoying unlimited mimosas, wine, and beer. Want something a little stronger? Then you can upgrade your boat trip with a heavenly Bloody Mary or Moscow Mule. There’s hardly a better way to discover the city.
📍Address: Keizersgracht 198, 1016 DW Amsterdam.
3. Bakers and Roasters, De Pijp & Centrum-Oost
Bakers and Roasters describes itself as “a New Zealand-style café with a healthy dose of Brazil,” and serves delicious breakfast and brunch dishes inspired by both countries. The brunch menu is huge, with more than enough choices for everyone. The team admits that it’s a bit pricier than a budget café, but they source their products from responsible suppliers. So if you’d rather eat bacon from a happy pig, you might be willing to pay those few extra euros. They’ve also got great cocktails, from rhubarb daiquiris to delicious espresso martinis.
📍Address: Eerste Jacob van Campenstraat 54, 1072 BH and Kadijksplein 16, 1018 AC Amsterdam.
4. Coffee & Coconuts, De Pijp
Did you have to cancel your sunny vacation this year? Then head to Coffee & Coconuts for a touch of that missed sunshine. Young coconuts, fresh juices, and coffee are available all day long. Of course, you can also enjoy a delicious brunch here with plenty of organic ingredients and a wide variety of tasty cocktails, such as their tropical mimosa. Most of the food is vegan, vegetarian, and/or gluten-free, so there are more than enough options for various dietary needs.
📍Address: Ceintuurbaan 282, 1072 GK Amsterdam.
5. Pressroom Amsterdam, Centrum-West
When it comes to bottomless brunch, Pressroom Amsterdam ’s brunch package is a real bargain. Guests choose one savory dish, one sweet dish, and one cocktail, and then enjoy an endless flow of bubbly in one of Amsterdam’s most stylish spots, for just €49 per person. You get two hours to enjoy this bottomless treat, starting at 12:00 or 14:30. Since Pressroom Amsterdam is also popular with locals, tables fill up quickly. So it’s a good idea to book early.
📍Address: Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 67, 1012 RE Amsterdam.
6. Cut Throat, Centrum-West
What started as a barbershop with coffee on the side has since grown into a true brunch paradise where you can still grab a haircut in between. At Cut Throat, you can fill your glass with Bloody Marys and mimosas while enjoying Caribbean-inspired breakfast dishes like spicy jerk chicken and other brunch classics that will instantly awaken your taste buds. Who would have thought that a barber shop and a great brunch would be such a winning combination?
📍Address: Beursplein 5, 1012 JW Amsterdam.
7. Box Sociaal, Centrum-Oost
At Box Sociaal, there are so many brunch options that you’ll keep coming back to try something new every time. From banoffee pancakes to Scotch eggs with haddock and Thai spices: these breakfast dishes are bursting with flavor, and there’s more than enough to drink to wash it all down. Because what could be better than starting the day with a stroopwafel espresso martini?
📍Address: Plantage Middenlaan 30A, 1018 DG Amsterdam.
8. Ted’s, Oud-West
At Ted’s, you can brunch all day long. They never stop serving comfort food for brunch, like eggs Florentine and breakfast burritos. From giant, carb-loaded, generously filled sandwiches that’ll keep you full until the next day to deliciously spicy chicken katsu: the menu is packed with savory favorites. And then there are the Oreo-banana pancakes, which are almost impossible to resist. Fluffy pancakes with banana slices, Oreo crumble, and a generous drizzle of Nutella.
📍Address: Bosboom Toussaintstraat 60, 1054 AV Amsterdam.
So there you have it: a few of our favorite boozy brunch spots in Amsterdam. Whether you’re going for the sweet temptation of pancakes and waffles or are in the mood for something savory, this list is guaranteed to have the perfect boozy brunch spot for you. Just take it easy with the mimosas.
