Café Papeneiland Bar
Brown Cafe Historic Canal Side
Café Papeneiland
Jordaan
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1642 brown café on the Brouwersgracht corner
Bar
Café 't Smalle
1786 tasting-room brown café on the Egelantiersgracht
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed June 2026
Jordaan |
$$ Mid-range for Bar
| Mon-Wed 14:00-00:00, Thu 14:00-01:00, Fri 13:00-01:00, Sat 12:00-01:00, Sun 12:00-23:00
| Last reviewed: Jun 2026 A former jenever distillery and proeflokaal dating to 1786, with polished dark wood, stained glass and one of the prettiest waterside terraces in the Jordaan. The interior is the genuine article, preserved across two centuries. Quiet canal, real history, no gimmick.
Editor's Tip
Heritage brown café (est. 1786)
Venue Personality
Romance 0
Energy 40
Exclusivity 40
View 0
Food 40
Value 80
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Café 't Smalle, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.
Where is Café 't Smalle?
Café 't Smalle is located in Jordaan, Amsterdam, Egelantiersgracht 12, 1015 RL Amsterdam.
What are the opening hours of Café 't Smalle?
Café 't Smalle is open Mon-Wed 14:00-00:00, Thu 14:00-01:00, Fri 13:00-01:00, Sat 12:00-01:00, Sun 12:00-23:00.
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