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Tales & Spirits
Cocktail Bar and Restaurant€€€€
Kuip, Amsterdam
"Delicious, creative, fancy cocktails, but not at all stuffy."(11 Tips)
"Try the jalapeño snacks, hot but perfect with a nice cocktail."(6 Tips)
"Gin drinkers, little miss trouble was very good!"(4 Tips)
"My favorite cocktail bar in Amsterdam."(3 Tips)
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OyeahJuly 6, 2016The barman knows very well what he is doing. He prepared me tailormade cocktail and suggested perfect other cocktail bars. He called a cab for me and helped me to enter to a speakeasy bar.
Slynky CatJuly 29, 2016Sleight of hand & sheer magical evocation in the "Smoke and Mirrors". Ketel One vodka, Martini Gran Lusso vermouth, Pierre Ferrand dry Curaçao, strawberry-basil shrub, olive oil & rosemary. Magical.
Merve A.December 5, 2015Very good friendly atmosphere,good music and lots of coctails! Make it easy : If u like strong , order a "General Lee" ; If u like softer w fresh fruit , order "Bob"✌️ Proost🍸
Serhii LutskoJune 17, 2018The service and cocktails were awesome. I really enjoyed their pork and the cocktail selection like Bartender Ketchup, and the one from the photo. Please keep in mind that it’s a bit pricey ~15€
- Journey City GuidesJune 7, 2017A cocktail bar serving exquisite drinks, amazing food and bar bites by a happy-looking and friendly staff. The best bar in the Red District
Tales & SpiritsJanuary 8, 2013Join us for an night of MOWA Style bartending and delicious fresh fruit cocktails, with Jimmy Bertazolli; our special guest bartender from Ravenna, Italy. This friday, Jan11th from 10pm onwards..
Kevin GrantMay 20, 2017This quirky cocktail bar has everything you need for a good time. All of the drinks were really fun, and many come with a show. Do yourself a favor and stop here for a late night cocktail.
BommyJuly 5, 2016Very well-made cocktails and great service. Lots of rules: you have to be seated by the host and you must hang your coat on the coatrack. Free water and free chips with delicous mango chutney.
Anna LiebermannJanuary 31, 2017Combined with their fantastic menu, you'll be happy to linger here all evening. Tales & Spirit has everything you'll need to be pampered and served at the highest levels.- 10things • city guides by local expertsJanuary 22, 2016Tales & Spirits Amsterdam is a multi-level building featuring a cocktail bar with restaurant that serves exquisite drinks and amazing food. With a focus on innovative culinary... Read more
Ferdy van BerkelAugust 23, 2018A world class cocktail bar. Their exquisite drinks menu has a creative selection of tasteful cocktails. This is one of my favourite places. I am sure you will have an unforgettable experience there.
AllenJuly 24, 2016Excellent world class cocktail bar. They creative originals and a selection of affordable featured cocktails. A must for cocktail lovers. They provide a bottle of water with each cocktail.
Beril KüçükoğluMarch 14, 2017It was so crowded without a single sit but that very nice guy offered me a corner on the bar because it was my birthday. All of them was very nice to me and cheerful. Loved the place :)
Cocktails are great, dinner is awesome, but if you're just having a drink make sure (!) you order the Crunchy Chicken. Perfect fingerfood with your drinks.- Eunice WJuly 29, 2016Really nice place, 21 below not allowed! Drinks were creative and delicious and staff were friendly. Gin drinkers, little miss trouble was very good!
Peter KarlsenOctober 24, 2017Amazing cocktails in a very good quality. Atmosphere is very cozy and nice. There might be some waiting time to get a free table.
By far one of the best bar in the world. Cocktails and food are great. Enjoy- Sam BrownJanuary 9, 2014All great ideas/cocktails start with a "What if...?" moment! Get the house special cocktail by that name, then check your number on the counter above the bar, I had #2836.
Margarita KrupApril 3, 2017Great cocktail place with a fun twist. Bartenders and super friendly and can make you any drink. Try the General Lee cocktail.
Best cocktail-bar I have been in Amsterdam. The staff is so nice that you don't want to leave anymore. Just let the bartenders choose the cocktail for you, they are all great! Recommended!
Tatiana S ChacónNovember 1, 2014In this place they really take care of you, the staff is friendly, enthusiastic and chic. The cocktails are wonderful, also the bites like the pork belly buns. It is my new fab place in town!
Yuliya SamsonavaOctober 22, 2018Cosy cocktail bar with fancy cocktails & super helpful staff. There might be a queue to go inside (bar quite small) 🍹🍸
Brian GadenAugust 5, 2014Great cocktails! Drinks come fast and well prepared. Small bar menu but the pork buns are messy and great. Pictures is the Quiz Fizz
One of the World's Top 50 bars. Great cocktails and tasty good. Free Spa Blauw (still water) to sip on while drinking your cocktails
Ashley HoweSeptember 15, 2015The bar staff are amazing. Super attentive. the cocktails are fantastic and if you're not sure what to get the bartenders can help you out. They also play the best music.
Renato Valdes OlmosJuly 23, 2013Only place in Amsterdam where they do proper old fashioneds. The Colombo with genever base is excellent. 7th regiment is also worth trying.
- Adam RossOctober 19, 2016The cocktails here are off the hook. I highly recommend that you describe your tastes to the waiters and let them return with an amazing creation carefully suited to your palate. Fantastic!
Mounia El KikJune 7, 2015Amazing Coktails, super friendly staff, you will definitely have a night to remember when you step into this place!
The drinks are very good & the bartenders know what they’re doing but the super uptight service & overall pretension makes it very difficult to enjoy yourself.
HsiuJanuary 12, 2018Really cosy little place. Little miss trouble was great. Alternatively, sit by the bar and let the wonderful bartenders make something for you!
Great cocktails , cool music and fun people in a cozy atmosphere with pretty de-tales all around the bar.
Gus RegoutMarch 16, 2013Very nice place, quiet atmosphere, kind barman and delicious cocktails (worth the money). I recommend the "ouwe hoeren" (named after the location of the bar in the oldest whores street of the city)
natalie kayNovember 22, 2018All drinks are served with water. Chicken was a great snack. Loved every drink I tried
Elena MarkinaOctober 28, 2017Amazing cocktails and what's even more important - staff! I had Mojo and A girl next door - both were good, I liked Mojo slightly better
Rozina SzőgyényiNovember 4, 2015This relatively new bar serves great cocktails and great food. The bar is also located right in the centre of the Red Light District.
A classic spot for cocktails in A'dam. Loved the group cocktail with smokey ice!
Christian D.October 17, 2019Amazing drinks and highly knowledgeable staff. Go for the Star Wars themed menu!
Emily HeywardJanuary 7, 2018Amazing unusual cocktails! Gets crowded though, so get there early because they won’t let you in without a seat.
M CAugust 10, 2017There is nothing not to like here! Amazing drinks, ask for the smoke and mirrors if you wanna be amazed
- Dan CraggNovember 23, 2017Great experience and lovely staff. If you want to go beyond the normal cocktail offerings, dive in!
- Gigi GreeceMay 26, 2023Great Cocktails for every taste. Service was exceptional, friendly and professional at the same time.
Nur TomarJuly 2, 2017Cocktails are deliciousss!!! If you like sweet, Unchained Mango with pink sugar is great!
Shayan SanyalFebruary 23, 2015Great cocktails, great menu. Their daquiri packs a punch. Their Zombie mix? Divine.
Dmitry BokovMay 15, 2017Great cocktails! Get a free bottle of water for each cocktail you order, stay hydrated!
Timea VeghOctober 6, 2017Their speciality ingredients are truly desirable, and who else has 11 types of Old fashioned? Forrest Gump cocktail for rum lovers is a must!
Natalie IlichevaMarch 13, 2016Great venue to try different unusual cocktails, made very professional 👌🏻⭐️
Maritza SpitlerSeptember 18, 2018If you like tequila and mezcal perfectly blended together, must do “la muerta”
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Tales & Spirits
Lijnbaanssteeg 5-7 ("Btwn De Singel & De Spuistraat)
1012 TE Amsterdam
Nederland
1012 TE Amsterdam
Nederland
Tales & Spirits is a craft cocktail bar and restaurant in the historical center of Amsterdam. Serving exquisite cocktails and delicious food for affordable prices all with a big smile and extraordinary hospitality.
Open until 1:00 AM (Show more)
- Tue–Thu
- 5:30 PM–1:00 AM
- Fri–Sat
- 5:30 PM–3:00 AM
- Sun
- 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
+31 6 55356467
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 9.0
"Many types of great gin & tonics. The small menu here of cold and hot snacks is delicious and served all night. Cheese croquettes!"
Viral Shah - 9.3
"Really great place and people. Their cocktails are just amazing (high price but it really worth it). Make a reservation because it's quickly full!"
Adrien Pétremann - 8.8
"Nice Cosy atmosphere...cocktails are amazingly prepared...ask for the Old Fashion Rum based you will not be disappointed!!!"
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- 9.3
"52 craft beers on tap - a beer lover’s heaven! They also do cheese and sausage boards. Staff are friendly."
Elin Reeves - 8.6
"Really well concealed and busy little place. Cocktails are all great and constant free snacking while you drink!"
Giuseppe Spina - 9.1
"Very lively and popular area in Amsterdam. Lots of shops, restaurants and other attractions. Really nice buildings and atmosphere. Very touristy area, so is usually quite crowded."
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