Cocktail bar
Vesper Bar
A cosy, James Bond-inspired cocktail bar near the Haarlemmerdijk, pouring smooth, spirit-forward drinks in a welcoming 'living room' setting.
- Cocktail bar
4.6· 519 reviews
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Near the Haarlemmerdijk on the edge of the Jordaan, Vesper Bar is a cosy, stylish cocktail bar named after the famous martini from the James Bond stories. The mood is relaxed and welcoming — less a slick lounge, more an elegant living room.
The focus is on smooth, spirit-forward, classic-leaning cocktails, made with care and served without fuss. It's the kind of neighbourhood cocktail bar where you can settle in for the evening.
What to expect
Expect well-made classics and house creations, a warm and unpretentious atmosphere, and bartenders happy to steer you towards something you'll love. It's intimate and conversational rather than loud — a refined end to a Jordaan evening.
Good to know
It's small and cosy, so it can fill up at the weekend — come a little early or book if you can. It pairs well with a wander along the Haarlemmerdijk's bars and shops beforehand.
Highlights
James Bond-inspired cocktail bar
Cosy 'living room' atmosphere
Smooth, spirit-forward classics
Near the Haarlemmerdijk, edge of the Jordaan
Warm, unpretentious service
Gallery
Photo: Albana Janjeva / Google
Location
Vinkenstraat 57, 1013 JM Amsterdam, NetherlandsFAQ
- Where is Vesper Bar?
- Near the Haarlemmerdijk, on the edge of the Jordaan.
- Where does the name come from?
- From the Vesper martini in the James Bond stories — a clue to its classic, spirit-forward cocktails.
- What's the atmosphere?
- Cosy and welcoming, like an elegant living room — intimate and conversational rather than loud.
- What should I drink?
- Smooth, spirit-forward classics and house creations; the bartenders will happily tailor a recommendation.
- Should I book?
- It's small and can fill up at weekends, so come early or book if you can.