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Café Hill Street Blues

Cafe Bar Event venue Lounge Art cafe

One of the Top rated Lounges in Amsterdam


Address

Warmoesstraat 52A, 1012 JG Amsterdam, Netherlands

Website

www.hillstreetblues.com

Contact

+31 20 638 7922

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (3.4K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 12 PM to 3 AM
  • Saturday: 12 PM to 3 AM
  • Sunday: 12 PM to 1 AM
  • Monday: 12 PM to 1 AM
  • Tuesday: 12 PM to 1 AM
  • Wednesday: 12 PM to 1 AM
  • Thursday: 12 PM to 1 AM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Jill 5 months ago on Google • 72 reviews
    We went there to smoke and chill, turns out this was the perfect place for us! The music is really nice, the people are relaxed and friendly. If you get something to drink you can chill here in a great atmosphere and smoke a bit, enjoy your time. The bartender was also very sweet, I think her name was Ana! We spend two evenings here and liked it a lot - definitely coming back when in Amsterdam again. :)
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Deepak S. 1 year ago on Google • 176 reviews
    Ambiance was amazing. Graffitti all over the place. Coffee was good. Staff was polite. Gets crowded after 17:00. Self service. Smoking allowed (joint). No tobacco.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Phoebe D. 11 months ago on Google • 144 reviews
    Three floors of great fun - the decor is very punk, with every surface adorned with stickers and graffiti. You need to buy your weed elsewhere, but can drink and smoke in the bar - as long as there is no tobacco in your joint. The music and atmosphere get better as the night goes on. Go too early and all you’ll hear is euro-trash pop and remixes. Still a great dive though.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tachú S. 2 years ago on Google
    We went only for a beer but this place looks freakin nice! Great atmosphere, (of course) everybody is really chilled, prices of beer are not insane and music is good. An interesting and big place hidden in a very narrow street in the center
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jack F. 6 months ago on Google • 40 reviews
    Very cool, graffiti covered bar that you can smoke in. People come for the atmosphere more than anything else. It's quite a large place, it's got a bar at the front and two large smoking rooms towards the back that look out on to the canal. Alternatively, the bench in the front window is perfect for people watching. This is not a coffeeshop, so they do not sell cannabis here, but you are welcome to smoke it. Grab a seat and a waiter will take your drinks order. The beer is not the best quality, I've had several flat pints from here over the years, try a Corona or spirits instead.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nik H. 4 years ago on Google
    When in Amsterdam a trip to Hill Street Blues is a must, if only for the interesting photo opportunities of the graffiti and sticker covered walls and ceilings! In fact there is not much of this place that isn't covered with something, including famous people's signatures, quotes and memories, if you can find them! You could seriously spend a year here checking out the decor! Other than the look of the place, (although I was only here on a quiet day) you can feel the chilled out coolness in the air here! Would have stayed to check this place out in the evening if I had the time, I will when I go back to this gorgeous city, the staff and service here was outstandingly friendly!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lee D. 1 year ago on Google
    Visit here every time I visit Amsterdam. Such a quirky place. Good atmosphere
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tanny A. 6 years ago on Google
    This place is truly epic. My favourite haunt in Amsterdam. The decor is stickerbombed graffiti everywhere and the vibe is very chilled and relaxing. I’ve been to Cafe Hill Streets Blues on several occasions now and have to say they do the best hot chocolate around and are reasonably priced compared to some places. The doors in the smoking room open outside onto the canal giving an amazing view. Music especially in the evening is pure blissful electronic trance and modern instrumental.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jasmine D. 1 year ago on Google
    Highly recommend. Drinks aren't super cheap but reasonable. Great atmosphere and vibe. Feel free to smoke up.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Logan A. 4 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    Legendary smoker friendly bar, with greaf atmosphere and view (basement floor is just above a dam). Too bad that the barwoman hates her job there. Bad exoerience with the barwoman. The dude that worked servuce that day was a charm though
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 IraklisSalonica1908 5 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    I’m from Greece and anytime I visit Netherlands, I always go to this amazing bar in Amsterdam. One of the chilliest bars, I’ve ever been in my life! The atmosphere is so cool, the music always flows with the vibe. You can have some drinks from the cool stuff and light up some joints! (They don’t sell weed and tobacco is prohibited) Everything is amazing except the prices, are bit high I guess! To the Administration: If you ever decide to close permanently, please inform me. I wanna take a little piece of this great place!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 R D. 1 year ago on Google
    Love the design. Need stickers.? Good beer. Fun toilets go help them make Heineken
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rob G. 4 years ago on Google
    One of my favourite coffee shops in Amsterdam always my first and last place I've visit when in Holland
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Malika D. 2 years ago on Google
    High recommandation. Love the ambiance and the people. ❤️ Really cozy, calm, respectfull and atypical
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David R. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place to smoke and drink and meet alot of like minded people. Staff are very polite and I can't wait to go back and chill. It may be a while but see you soon
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ashvin P. 4 years ago on Google
    Very lovely Atmosphere. Should visit once if you are visiting Amsterdam.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ramez R. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is amazing! Such history in this place which can be felt from the decor. Good vibes, everybody is nice and interacting with each other. Good cocktails at the bar 👌🏼 and you’re allowed to bring and smoke your own weed / hash. We had a blast here sitting in the back with a view of the city and the canal. Location is perfect, very central and close to all important sights and the central station. Thanks to the nice guys and girls in the service team👍 see you soon again!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stephen L. 1 year ago on Google
    Wall-to-wall to ceiling stickers throughout the entire place all three floors. You can buy some bud at a dispensary, stop in here and buy a drink and sit and smoke. Great atmosphere. Good views too!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Igor P. 11 months ago on Google
    Best place in Amsterdam so far! I love it! Atmosphere take you away from crowdy streets to parallel universe when you enter) have really good time here
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sophiiia 1 year ago on Google
    Underground and iconic. One of the best places for me to visit in Amsterdam. The walls are full of tags, stickers and stories to discover. The eclectic music creates a cosy and very welcome vibe. Staff is friendly and super professional.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Javiera B. 4 years ago on Google
    Loved this place, perfect to chill and hang out alone or with friends while looking the canals through the window. U can bring your own weed and smoke here; there’s also great beer available. The staff is friendly and the music and atmosphere is perfect.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adrian K. 2 months ago on Google • 50 reviews New
    This is a cool and funky place to have a drink and enjoy a smoke. *NOTE* It is bring your own as they do not sell anything. I had boneless BBQ chicken bites. They were very tasty, though a little overcooked, so a bit chewy. I also had a draft beer. I can't remember which one, though. It was alright, no complaints. The service was good and fast. It was a bit odd to me that when they brought my drink, they made me pay, then pay again after the food arrived. It was a strange practice, in my opinion, but ok. Overall, though a touch overpriced, it was a nice experience. I'd recommend and return.

  • 5/5 Mary B. 1 year ago on Google
    Very cool! Love the decorations and vibe. Over looks the canal, prices are okay for central Amsterdam. (2 pints costs €14,50)

  • 5/5 Starfly P. 4 years ago on Google
    Gorgeous cafe where you can smoke as well! (Just no tobacco). Don't sell weed, but a great place to go if you bought too much, as most coffeeshops want you to consume their own products!

  • 5/5 Jay K. 2 years ago on Google
    Super cool bar in the heart of Amsterdam. Can smoke joints here inside which is a welcomed change. Unfortunately when I needed to go for a number 2 as a really tall male, the stall door was only 1.7m high... I should've assumed I couldn't have any privacy in a place like that but I will certainly be back here, such an amazing place! Oh, an the staff are very polite! Bring a paint marker and leave your mark!

  • 4/5 Samba M K T. 2 years ago on Google
    Funky place . Different atmosphere, everyone can write stuff everywhere . Big smoking where you can smoke anything.

  • 4/5 Balázs H. 2 years ago on Google
    You can smoke weed and drink beer in the same time. Easy to find a table even on a weekend night.

  • 5/5 paolo m. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice enviroment and mix of pop and old style

  • 5/5 Francesco C. 3 years ago on Google
    Coolest place in Amsterdam

  • 5/5 Marwan A. 1 year ago on Google
    A very nice spot to chill in, very unique vibe and design. It's in the main area just off Dam Square. Definitely one of the must chill in places of you visit Amsterdam.

  • 5/5 john 3 years ago on Google
    good times were had

  • 5/5 max 4. 3 years ago on Google
    Mum and dad went here had a great time and said the staff and atmosphere was amazing

  • 5/5 Vincent D. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place to spend time to chill. The design is totally underground and you can even enjoy the view on the canal in the back.

  • 5/5 A P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) In my opinion one of the best coffee shops in Amsterdam. Very particular full of writings and graffiti inside and equipped with a beautiful window overlooking the canal. (Original) A mio avviso uno dei migliori coffee shop di Amsterdam. Molto particolare pieno di scritte e graffiti all interno e dotato di una bellissima vetrata che affaccia sul canale.

  • 5/5 Connie K. 1 year ago on Google
    Best cafe in Amsterdam, lots of character and lots of friendly staff and customers. Met some people who have been going for years and they still come back. The drinks were priced okay. Recommend to all, we will be going back !

  • 5/5 J. M. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic place to hang. Sign the wall or ceiling :)

  • 1/5 Stef B. 1 year ago on Google
    I liked the place itself and felt like if I was a local I'd hang out there (that's what gets the positive towards the 1 star) but there weren't any menus around and for what we ordered the price was horrendous. It cost €17.50 for one shandy/radler and a hot chocolate with Baileys added. Nuts. Nice hot chocolate but we were definitely ripped off. The bar guy was also super grumpy and when I went to find a table before my boyfriend ordered he told me to wait until I had a drink.

  • 5/5 Dave K. 6 years ago on Google
    The best bar in Amsterdam. You can smoke cigarettes and weed inside. The music is amazing and you can tag on the walls. Such a lovely spot

  • 5/5 Sabryna W. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) For me the most beautiful in Amsterdam. Always great music, accompanied by teas of many varieties and the best hot chocolate. The underground atmosphere is fantastic and gives the place a lot of personality, the quality of the products is impeccable. Can't wait to go back ♡ (Original) Per me il più bello di Amsterdam. Sempre ottima musica, accompagnata da the di tantissime varietà e la migliore cioccolata calda. L atmosfera underground è fantastica e dà al posto moltissima personalità, la qualità dei prodotti è impeccabile. Non vedo l ora di tornarci ♡

  • 5/5 Cam i. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great place (Original) Super endroit

  • 5/5 יגל �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The coolest place in the city sits on the main street A cool young and hipster cafe together you can smoke in a place everything is full of graffiti built from the entrance floor and bar downstairs there is a sitting room that sits on the river. My city has a pleasant staff and a great atmosphere (Original) המקום הכי מגניב בעיר יושב ברחוב המרכזי בית קפה מגניב צעיר והיפסטרי ביחד ניתן לעשן במקום הכל מלא גרפיטי בנוי מקומת כניסה ובר למטה יש חדר לשבת שיושב בנהר חלון גדול נוף של העיר ובקומה למעלה יש גם חדר ישיבה גדול ספות מכירים מלא אנשים כמו כיסאות מתחלפים המקום הקבוע שלי בעיר צוות נעים ואחלה אווירה

  • 5/5 Nuria Y. 5 months ago on Google
    Probably the coolest place I visited in Amsterdam. Decor is great, it's quite big, and there are plenty of confy seats. We were lucky enough to get a sofa by the window, so we had views of the canal. Staff was really friendly, we ordered once in the bar, but they also come around to check if you want to order anything. Great place to chill, you can also smoke; but also they had other rooms were music was a bit louder if you want more of a night out/party mood.

  • 5/5 Laurent P. 4 years ago on Google
    Alternative looking cafe in Amsterdam, the room has a nice view in the water and games are available to play, smoking is authorized but no tobacco ;)

  • 5/5 David C. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing vibe, always go when I visit Amsterdam. The ginger cat there is class as well. Good music, a must for anyone visiting!!

  • 5/5 Indigo P. 7 months ago on Google
    My first place to visit every time I touchdown in Amsterdam. I can stare at the walls all day! Always good service.

  • 5/5 Rasa I. 4 years ago on Google
    Great music, amazing atmosphere, designated smoking area even for tobacco smokers. Certainly my favourite spot in Amsterdam.

  • 4/5 Miguel H. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome place to hang out and to be for some hours. Time can just go by in there and you don't feel it. Also very different one from everywhere around. Oh and you can smoke and drink inside which is not that common around here. You should visit, enjoy!

  • 5/5 Sophia J. 4 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    This place is so much fun. Such history in this place. Location is very central and the prices are very good. Very nice to listen to the DJ music and smoke a joint with a beer. I had a great time with my friends. Our new relaxing spot.

  • 5/5 Amelia S. 3 years ago on Google
    This place is just so cool. You enter into a bar area. It's a decent size area, with bar stools, a window seat and tables and chairs. You can stay alao go to the smoking area where there is a pool table. Prices for drinks, which given the location (heart of red light district), is surprisingly cheap. I've been here at least 4 times and will come back here every time I come to Amsterdam. You just can't beat it!!!

  • 3/5 Amber H. 3 months ago on Google New
    I think 3* is enough. Cool vibe. Needs more lighting, maybe some neons or coloured bulbs. Waitress was friendly and nice enough. Music was great on the Friday. Very very disgusting toilets. I wonder how the tables and chairs etc are cleaned considering they’re covered in stickers, personally wore gloves the whole time I was in there and felt violated going in those awful bogs. Put me off!

  • 3/5 John M. 3 months ago on Google New
    Sticky spot. But you can smoke and drink inside which is a plus. Bring your own material though

  • 5/5 Olga O. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice place. Homely atmosphere! Love it so much! Will visit it when come to Amsterdam next time.

  • 5/5 luis i. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) For my taste, the best place in Amsterdam to smoke something and drink with good music. I will come back, do not hesitate. (Original) Para mi gusto, el mejor sitio de Ámsterdam para fumar algo y beber con buena música. Volveré, no lo dudes.

  • 5/5 Aylin C. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place !!

  • 5/5 giorgos b. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place. Cozy bar

  • 5/5 Nicolas C. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice and stylish place to be, quite original!

  • 4/5 nicolas c. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very well (Original) Très bien

  • 5/5 Sian L. 4 years ago on Google
    Quirky

  • 4/5 Tachy A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice (Original) Muy agradable

  • 5/5 Karolina S. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the place! Cozy, chill, nice music and staff

  • 5/5 John L. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing

  • 5/5 Rosalinde Doewanda B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great hang out!

  • 5/5 Brad W. 4 years ago on Google
    Great grungy atmosphere, great smoke den with river view and friendly live in cat. Good selection of beers and cool chinos being played! We will be back 😜

  • 5/5 Lucca Q. 4 years ago on Google
    Very cool bar in the best street of Amsterdam

  • 5/5 MEHMET Y. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) No. 10 venue 👍👍👍 (Original) 10 numara mekan 👍👍👍

  • 5/5 Marco C. 4 years ago on Google
    I love it , so minimal end plenty of good vibes

  • 5/5 Isi B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A place to see. (Original) Un sitio que hay que ver.

  • 5/5 Katie 4 years ago on Google
    Great spot . Staff are lovely . The cat is a legend . So chilled . Nice pints . Great smoking room with a nice view of the canal

  • 5/5 luis l. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I'm missing stars to put. From 10!! (Original) Me faltan estrellas por poner. De 10!!

  • 4/5 Darren C. 4 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere would return

  • 3/5 Simone C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent location, possibility to smoke inside. I put three stars because the waitress has an armpit smell that I miss Karim the kebabbaro you can smell it ..... Eja !!!! (Original) Ottima location, possibilità di fumare all'interno. Ho messo tre stelle perché la cameriera ha un odore di ascelle che manco da Karim il kebabbaro puoi sentirlo..... Eja!!!!

  • 5/5 Morgan S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Courteous staff, local street, graffiti awesome local sticker tags (Original) Personale cortese, locale street, graffiti tag adesivi locale stupendo

  • 4/5 kamjan 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) One of the first pubs that sells beer in the morning :) (Original) Jedna z pierwszych knajp która sprzedaje piwo z rana :)

  • 5/5 Vicky&Ted E. 4 years ago on Google
    Fab place

  • 5/5 Ciaran O. 4 years ago on Google
    Best spot in Amsterdam by a long shot.

  • 5/5 Hope M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere and lovely staff

  • 5/5 ahmed m. 4 years ago on Google
    Smokingggggg 🍃🌿🍃🌿

  • 5/5 Amster D. 7 years ago on Google
    Awesome punk bar, the staff is very friendly and the prices are good, you can Bake & Drink...! One of the most awesome places in town (and I am local). Most places are only "tourist attractions", in Hill Street you gonna meet a more local audience... I 💚 it...

  • 5/5 Chris P b. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely staff, very helpful 👍🏻

  • 5/5 Leilani-Kali R. 5 years ago on Google
    My favorite coffeeshop - I always make it a point to swing by here for the awesome vibe and graffiti. They have a variety of Looza juices, great fresh mint tea, and few beers for selection. They don't sell here so pick up before you go. The windows open up into the canal - which is great for some fresh air.

  • 3/5 Michał W. 2 years ago on Google
    Since this place is right in the centre of action it tends to get busy. Probably good for students but crowded, seems not very clean but drinks are also -dirt cheap


Call +31 20 638 7922 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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