Some bars in Amsterdam spent more on the speakers than on the furniture, and you can hear it from the door. Depending on who you ask they are listening bars, hi-fi bars or vinyl bars. We list 9 of them, in the order Wax Journal members review and visit them most. Opening hours are on every page, so you can still pick one for tonight.
9 venues
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
1 visitedBar
A cosy bar in Amsterdam’s city centre with a refined selection of drinks, bites and music, brought to you by Bordello A Parigi. With vinyl sessions, expertly crafted cocktails and a welcoming evening atmosphere, it’s the ideal spot to start your night.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
1 visitedBar
Hours vary
At Doka, sound takes the lead. This underground listening bar and club in Amsterdam blends subcultures, deep grooves, and dimly lit freedom—where you can unwind or let loose, all just below the surface.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
1 visitedBar
Closed · Opens Wed at 18:30
A bar with a hand-built speaker system, tucked away in the back of a building in Amsterdam Noord. It serves as a community space, celebrating music and experimentation beyond the mainstream through long listening sessions, concerts, exhibitions, and social projects.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
1 want to visitBar, Restaurant
Closed · Opens Wed at 20:00
CUE is an Amsterdam listening bar where all-vinyl sets, inventive cocktails, and refined dishes come together in an intimate, analog-focused space. The kitchen leans into fermentation, charcoal cooking, and artful plating—elevating late-night dining with depth, fire, and precision.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
1 want to visitBar
Closed · Opens Wed at 20:00
A reimagined Amsterdam nightlife spot where curated vinyl sets, natural wine, and hi-fi sound come together in a laid-back, design-driven space. From ambient to hip-hop, early drinks to late-night dancing, it’s a warm alternative to the club
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Restaurant, Bar
Closed · Opens Wed at 18:30
A cozy Amsterdam North restaurant where vinyl, natural wine, and bold seasonal dishes come together in perfect harmony. Inspired by Japanese music bars, the space blends warm hospitality with a vegetable-forward menu and carefully selected sounds spinning behind the bar.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Bar
Closed · Opens tomorrow at 16:00
Da Nada is a laid-back wine and music bar in Amsterdam, celebrating simple pleasures with curated vinyl, quality natural wines, and Mediterranean-inspired bites. Walk-in only, warmly hosted, and always tuned for good vibes—this is where great sound meets honest hospitality.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Bar, Café
Closed · Opens at 10:00
Loop 51 is first vinyl brunch bar, serving all-day breakfast, soulful brunch, and creative cocktails to the sound of curated DJ sets on real vinyl. A laid-back vibe in De Pijp, it’s the go-to spot for music lovers who brunch.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Bar, Restaurant
A restaurant‑bar and event space that blends fine food, signature cocktails and music‑centred evenings on a high‑end sound system. With live DJ sets, rooftop views and a relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere, it’s a spot built for eating, drinking and listening.
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