Address
Weteringschans 157, 1017 SE Amsterdam, De Pijp
De Pijp, Amsterdam
De Pijp, Amsterdam
Best For
Comfortable winter drinking, German beer, mid-thirties crowd
Opening Hours
Daily17:00–02:00
Reservations
No, walk-in
Dress Code
Casual
Price Range
$$ · Beer from €4
Our Take
De Pijp's Most Comfortable Bar
Cafe Brecht is a German themed bar in De Pijp with the most comfortable interior of any Amsterdam bar. Deep mismatched armchairs, tall ceilings, dim warm lighting, and a long beer and wine list. The bar is named for Bertolt Brecht and references his Berlin.
The drinks are simple — German and Belgian beers on tap, German Riesling and natural wine, basic cocktails. The food menu is small German pub plates. The bar is best in winter when the heated room and deep chairs are most appealing.
The crowd is mid-thirties De Pijp locals and visiting Berlin transplants. Pair with the wider Amsterdam after work scene for a complete De Pijp evening.
What to Order
German Pilsner
On tap. Crisp and reliable.
German Riesling
From the wine list. Multiple producers.
Belgian Witbier
Hoegaarden or similar. Refreshing.
Sausage Plate
German pub plate from the kitchen. Pair with the Pilsner.
