What a great place! This old-school bar is a gem located within a wonderful area of Amsterdam. Prices are definitely not exaggerated, also considering the location. It’s very suggestive to sit outside and taste their apple pie which I recommend trying. The staff was also very nice and funny. Thank you for the experience, I’ll come back!

Just one of the most quirky cafes in Amsterdam, loved the history written on the wals, loved the friendly lady at the bar, she was so nice, always taking care of our table and filling the glasses with beer. The Papeneiland Cafe is really a must visit place if you are in Amsterdam, the atmosphere is cozy, filled with Dutchies enjoying their drinks. It does not feel touristic at all. Five star plus! I will definitely come back!

Skip the lines at Cafe Winkel down the street and just come here for delicious homemade apple pie! A freshly poured Amstel paired surprisingly well. Also had a great witbier. Such a great little rustic cafe and bar with some stern yet friendly guys working the bar. Right next to a canal, outdoor seating for a nice day, an upstairs as well as the main area. What’s not to love. A wonderful setting.

Lovely cafe and superb location. They have a nice selection of tap beers and food options available 😊

Saw on Instagram the best Apple Taarts in Holland. At 4 in the afternoon I tried to go to Winkle but the line was super long so I walked here. It looked very busy but everyone was just outside having a beer. The inside was open so I sat upstairs. Very nice area. I ordered an Apple Tart with cream. I loved how they added a TON of cream, then I also I got a beer on the side. I really liked the apples here too, they weren’t crunchy but not mushy, the right texture.

This is a wonderful place with unique interior, I am very glad I stumbled across it. The apple pies are incredible, and so are the cappuccinos! We were here in the morning, but I bet it's a great place to have a beer in the evening too. Would highly recommend to anyone to stop by!

Historic brown bar in central Amsterdam. Started here for a food tour and enjoyed a piece of their famous apple pie.

Great cafe, classic brown bar in an amazing location in the Jordaan! Perfect spot to sit canalside and enjoy a beer, watching the boats go by.

The service was very friendly and the pie was amazing. I was also excited to see the little hidden tunnel on the way to the toilets that I learned about on Atlas Obscura. According to the site, this tunnel was used during the Dutch Protestant Reformation so that Catholics could secretly walk to church. Supposedly the tunnel goes under the canal.

Came here for the apple pie and whipped cream on the recommendation of a hotel concierge and we’re not disappointed. We added a toastie and some bitterballen and then a beer to round out our stay. All excellent. It was a busy Friday evening and the drinks were flowing but the staff worked hard to keep us happy. Like lots of small places in Amsterdam, it isn’t fancy but the food and drink, along with the friendly and helpful service, make these places a highlight of this tourist’s visit. Go and have some fun at this lively cafe.

A very nice café with the best apple pie in town! It is super cosy inside and the staff is very friendly. If you are a company of two and are not very hungry, but want to try out the pie, I'd recommend taking only one piece - they are huge anyway.

This was the first stop on our food tour and the apple pie was delicious. It is very small inside, but a neat atmosphere. Quality service as well.

Nice small cafe, seems to be over 300 years old. Staff is extremely friendly. There is also a small area on the second floor. A pleasure sitting at the large table downstairs at the back and watching the people pass by. Just be careful when ordering ( baked) snack, you can smell those for hours (ventilation is not the best, especially when they make something with cheese).

Very typical and local pub. The vibe was really friendly and cozy. Very characteristic from the inside. Nice service. The apple pie was incredible 🤩 would recommend the gluhwein!

We heard of the apple pie from this cafe and decided to try it out. When we came the place was relatively quiet and intimate. We sat outside overlooking the canal and ordered some coffee with a slice of apple pie. The pie was packed with tart apple slices, eaten with the mildly sweet whipped cream, it was great. Compared this with the apple pie from winkel 43, the one here has more apples. Although both taste great, just comes down to preferences

Charming, very old "brown" bar built in the 1640's. The vibe is very chill and relaxing. They do not play music which honestly was a wonderful change. You could actually talk! They served Amstel out of a beautifully ornate 100+ year old tap. The service team were very friendly and inviting and obviously proud of the bar and history. They have a good light bites type of menu and homemade apple pie. The smell was delicious as the pies cooked in the kitchen in the basement. We felt lucky to find the spot.

Apple pie was big and very tasty. The place is unique though tables could be cleaned better. A nice stop for an hour to taste apple pie with coffee. The barman was welcoming :)

Traditional dutch café and a family business : crowded on week-end but an experience you would not like to miss ! Maybe you will share your table, a bit of conversation and ending sharing a beer and some snacks or a comforting slice of Apple pie.

The best apple pie that I’ve ever tasted. Very small area inside to sit and relax but anyway you should definitely taste whipped cream apple pie! Definitely recommend!

Whenever I travel, I love doing researches on where to eat and making sure I try the best local cuisine . I found Cafe Papeneiland and was so glad that I could get a spot for a late lunch. It is from 1642 - very authentic Dutch food, lots of locals go there (which means a great place ). I tried the traditional pea soup and tosti, to drink the very authentic Genever. Also, do not forget to try their amazing Dutch Apple pie 🤤 Everything was delicious, place is so cute and had the chance to seat with the locals . Highly recommended this place!

Our group of 7 stopped here for some bitteballen and we were not disappointed. The bitteballen and krokets were delicious! The staff were friendly and the service was quick, would recommend this place!

Best Apple cake in Amsterdam. Its the tipical and local restaurant if you want to live a dutch Experience and cuisine!

Good food, atmosphere and the wait staff made our family feel welcomed. We sat in the upstairs knook and it was perfect view from the second floor balcony. It was a gr es at stoo for lunch after walking up through the canal streets. The beer paired great with our basket of deep fried delicacies. A must stop and check out when in Amsterdam.

The place is charming with the cute, back in time feeling. The service is amazing, we were at a table upstairs and they would check in on the tables. They did it in a relaxed friendly way so you didn’t feel pressured to have another round. The apple tart/pie was lovely, its deep dish with lots of apple and a hint of cinnamon. Will definitely come back!!

Apple pie was great, very stuffed to the brim with apples. Cream went great with them. Overall quite a bit to eat, not recommendable to go right after a meal. The hot tea system was interesting in that they just bring you a hot water and you select from a box of teabags on the table. The place was fully seated when I visited but was quite comfy, not too jam-packed.

Gorgeous old world cafe. Went on a Saturday morning after meandering through the market and sat outside enjoying the sun. Service was swift, friendly and hospitable. Had hot drinks and the apple pie which was a real highlight (much better than the shop down the road!). Thick, generous layer of apples, wonderful crumbly pastry and whipped cream for days. Well worth a visit and then grab a pastry from saint johns!

Stopped by for a quick cappuccino. There are some nice small bites and dessert on the menu but we didn’t get to try. Nice people here too!

Suggested by the local neighbour, it was a old fashion cafe bar in the area. I ordered a pie and a beer, which are €9.5 in total. I suggested sitting outside, enjoy the breeze and look at the street and the people. Cozy and chill~

A smashing little cafe bar on the corner where Prinsengracht and Brouwersgracht meet. Very picturesque inside. The landlord his a good sense of humour. When I arrived I asked for (in my poor Dutch) 2 Heinekens. He said he sells beer, not Heineken!

Historic pub with heaps of ambience. Lit by candlelight upstairs with a large window overlooking the canals and bridges. Known for its apple pie and cream, which didn't disappoint. Friendly service, even the dog was given a treat.

Great food and service, apple pie worth trying!! Typical Amsterdam local place.

This small yet beautiful place was really cozy and warm, a classic brown bar in Amsterdam. We sat at the bar and had beers and apple pie. The pie must be very popular as it was still warm when served. We also saw another two pies just freshly done baking to be places on the rack. Yum! We had a good time at the bar. They were busy and service was adequate. They have big tables so prepare to share a table if you have a small group. Cash only if under €15.

Must visit place for those who want to try delicious Dutch apple pie. Try it with cream on top, that is what personnel recommended and it was truly amazing. Outside seating area is very nice. You can enjoy the apple pie with the view of Amsterdam canals. If you like cappuccino, this place serves quite good one. Also, staff is extremely friendly and kind.

The bartenders and waitors were very sweet and well organized, even when there were plenty of guests. There are lots of traditional Dutch foods on the menu - very tasty! The atmosphere is very chill and cozy, the outdoor spots are perfect for a drink and a slice of apple pie in the sun. Had to come back on the next day!

What a stunning little spot! We happened upon this cafe as we met our food tour guide here and he explained the extensive history which is plastered all over the walls so beautifully as well. We met the two owners and enjoyed their homemade apple pie which was insanely delicious. The café is stunning and really authentic and the decor takes you back to an era, it is very well done and the service was amazing. I would most definitely recommend this place and sad we couldn't stay longer and sit at the bar to chat up the owners and locals!!

Incredible place!! Super tasty apple pie, I recommend it 100%

nothing that you've heard about this apple pie can explain how delicious it actually is. Warm pie and hot coffee to renew the vibe and keep walking through Amsterdam

Great little spot! Small space but very cozy. Not touristy. The Bitterballen were AMAZING. It was such an amazing savory gravy bomb of like sausage and stew “broth.” The apple pie was amazing!! All reasonably priced. Friendly bartenders.

Came here based on internet reviews, which “sold” the place as the best place for an Apple pie. We came here to eat something for lunch. Very surprised with everything!!! The sympathy of the staff, the place itself. We were very quiet upstairs, the food, traditional and delicious. And, the apple pie is really a must!!! Something out of this planet!

We went here on a recommendation that this was the best apple pie ever. Also, it is a good stop to go before or after the Anne Frank house. About a 5-8 minute walk. Back to the food. The apple pie is really more like a very thick apple tart. I will not say it is the best, however it is extremely good and worth ordering and different than most apple tarts or pie. Make sure to add the whip cream. Maybe add on an Apple Cider to help wash it down. We had a number of different tosties, and old cheese sandwich, a liver-worst sandwich, and bitterballen. The old cheese sandwich is a little interesting if you have never had it. The cheese has very small mold slots. Don’t worry, it is supposed to be like that. Everything was delicious. Also, review some of the old books on the shelf with pictures of the well over 100 year old bar. The build is from the 1600s. Pretty amazing. The service was good. Just missed by a little bit. We told them we were on a tight timeline because we had tickets. Unfortunately, we waited and waited for the apple pie. Finally we had to say something. They just forgot about it. It happens. We still made it in the nick of time to our outing. So all was good.

Very nice place for a coffee or a stop in an authentic cafe on the boarder of the Jordan.

Great little bar. Local vibe, view of the canal. Excellent price-quality. Highly recommended. Friendly staff. Apple pie is incredible, if you want to try it anywhere in Amsterdam i advise you to go here. Went yesterday and hope to return tomorrow for another slice before my flight.

The place is super interesting, whenever you look there's always something new to see. Staff was kind and friendly, service was fast and Tha apple pie is fantastic, homemade and so tasty! If you come to Amsterdam, this is a must visit place, also full of history!

This is your typical local pub, friendly staff and good service. I came to try the apple Pie but much preferred the one over at winkel 43.

I can't say enough good things about this incredible cafe/bar. We went back here twice in the same day because it just has this amazing vibe that cannot be replicated. They apparently have the best apple pie and there beers are sooo good. Definitely worth a trip here and I can't wait to go back.