Van Puffelen originally started its life as a typi...

Van Puffelen originally started its life as a typical Amsterdam brown cafe, but expanded over the years into two monument buildings and now incorporates a restaurant.

The bar serves a decent selection of draft beers and attracts tourists and passers-by looking for somewhere to have a drink in a convivial atmosphere. Due to its location on Prinsengracht, contained within the 9 streets area, the bar tends to get very busy, particularly on sunny evenings. There is a small outside seating area which sometimes spills out onto the pavement making it awkward for pedestrians. The bar is a popular venue for hen and stag nights. It has a mooring on the canal for those wishing to visit by boat.

The adjoining restaurant is beautifully decorated creating a very cosy atmosphere. Here you can dine a la carte or choose your own two or three course fixed price menu, although for certain dishes, a small supplement is required. Meat, fish, vegetarian and vegan options are available. Service tends to be on the slow side. As far as pub grub goes, the food is generally good, but fails to live up to the expectations of its glamorous surroundings as it lacks in consistency.