Amsterdam's most beloved craft brewery, built inside a working windmill on the Funenkade. A handful of beers on tap — try the Zatte or Columbus — in a small, characterful taproom. The terrace outside the mill is one of the nicest spots in the city on a sunny afternoon.
A classic Amsterdam grand café right on the Amstel river, with one of the best terraces in the city — two levels looking out over the water. Big, spacious, and unpretentious. Good for coffee, lunch, or just a long afternoon read.
A cultural café next to Leidseplein that has been a hub for political debate, film screenings, and public talks since the 1980s. The programme is serious and wide-ranging — think lectures, panels, and documentaries alongside good food and drinks.
A small, much-loved spot in Den Haag serving Lebanese manouche flatbreads — thin, crispy, and topped with za'atar, cheese, or meat. Simple menu done extremely well. Expect a queue at lunchtime.
A grand café and hotel in the former headquarters of the Holland America Line, from which millions of emigrants sailed to the United States. Right on the Maas waterfront in Wilhelminapier with sweeping river views. A beautiful building with a great terrace — the history adds something to every visit.