Monks Coffee Roasters

Tucked just around the corner from where we were staying, we made the grave mistake of waiting until our last morning to visit. We wish we hadn't! This spot delivered, without a doubt, the best coffee we found in Amsterdam (and we tried at least five places!). The freshly baked scone and the incredible, low-sugar jam were an equally pleasant and unexpected surprise.

Cozy locale with the sweetest owner ever. I visited in the morning and asked for a regular, oat latte. Barista knew what she was doing and made an excellent drink. As i finished my drink i was checking out what beans to buy home and the owner kindly helped me pick out some beans thats worthy to try. We had a lovely conversation and overall, what a nice experience for someone visiting amsterdam for the first time! I highly recommend Monks Coffee Roasters, especially as a coffee enthusiast like myself. I will be back soon!

So happy that I was able to get some toasties this morning with a perfect cappuccino. The chicken inside the toast is amazing! Defenitly will come back for that one. Very very tasty, thank you! The owner is also very kind, warm and really wants you to leave with a smile on your face. Well, I very much smiled big time today. All love X

I didn’t expect the food size would be that big!😍 though usually I don’t eat cheese, it was delicious and I ate it all. The service is very warm, another good spot for grabbing a coffee, reading a book and have a homemade food😊

I had such a great experience at Monks! From the moment I walked in, I felt very welcomed — the service was warm, friendly, and genuine. The coffee was absolutely delicious, and I really enjoyed the atmosphere. I’m especially excited to try their beans from China, which shows how thoughtfully they select their offerings. A wonderful spot that I highly recommend to anyone who loves great coffee and a welcoming vibe!

A coffee place with a feminine touch situated in the middle of Amsterdam. It has a quote from T. S. Eliot claiming he measured his life in coffee spoons. This coffee shop deserves a thousand spoons. I asked for a Caffe Latte, which was well done, and a pastry. I don't remember the name, but they described it as banana cake without the banana. Congratulations.

Excellent coffee and a great vibe. I especially loved their creative take on the pornstar martini — they turned it into a delicious cake! Bonus points for the adorable wall filled with dog photos — such a warm and personal touch.

Lovely spot, very cosy and has character. We attended a barista workshop with our team at work - Patrick was very patient and explained everything. He never dismissed any of our many questions nor did he try to sell us things. Got some great tips that I'm going to try out at home! Will be back with my partner and dog as it's also very dog friendly!

I had a nice coffee here. Large open space near Bilderdijkpark. It's a gem in Oud-West. Lots of working space if you're looking for a place to park with your laptop and get out of the apartment. There were a lot (possibly majority) English speaking team members and customers here, so if Dutch is not your language, don't fear, this is your place! They have delicious coffee, to go and beans as well. I love their house blend beans for my home coffee machine. The food looks delicious, although I have not tried that yet....yet.

Very friendly staff. Try the cinnamon bun. Might have a no laptop policy on weekends?

This cafe is super super cute. This is the exact type of cafe I look for when I want to get work done. The interior is decorated really rustic and they play chill music. The baristas were also super nice. I got a cappuccino, a pot of tea, and a Portuguese egg tart. Great coffee and they have a decent tea selection. The Portuguese egg tart was really custardy. It didn't taste like the ones I usually get in New York but I still enjoyed it. Wish I lived in the area because I'd come here all the time.

One of the best coffees in town, and served always with such grace and friendliness. Also try their yummy snacks & food!

Great coffee, beautiful cafe. Love that the have Pastel de nata, and that it is good. Also recommend buying their beans for home use. Latte's are also top notch.

Lucky us! This place was just around the corner from our vacation rental, so we stopped in for breakfast a couple of times. It's a lovely, comfortable space, with "electronic free" seating areas and big windows. Everyone working there makes you feel welcomed and well cared for. The coffee was delicious and smooth - no complaints at all, but I would change the white sugar packets for turbinado. My first breakfast was The Waffle - a deliciously crispy and light waffle, served with caramelized bananas, berry compote, topped with bacon and dusted with powdered sugar. Best waffle I've ever had! Hubs ordered Eggs Benedict, which was served on bacon-covered sourdough bread, with two perfectly poached eggs and silky smooth Hollandaise sauce. On our second visit, we enjoyed some of the baked goods with our coffee. We ordered the Portuguese pastry, but as I was expecting something savory, biting into a sweet, creamy custard was unsettling. The berry cake was delicious and satisfying.

Plenty of seating, good coffee, no laptops allowed during the weekend. Oh, and the breakfast menu looked good, but I didn't get anything to eat. Would pop by again.

This is one of my friend's favourite places to go to and I can see why. Staff here are very friendly and attentive. Loved the fact that they had a device-free section so that customers may sit and socialize like it's 1996. There is of course a section where customers are welcome to sit with their electronic devices (tablets & laptops). On top of the accommodating sections, they are located at a very premium spot in West Amsterdam. Salmon on Toast - Served with a poached egg with hollandaise sauce and baby arugula. I personally prefer having more of a softer poached egg, however, theirs was more on the medium side. Wish they had a bit more of the hollandaise sauce, too. Serving was quite small considering the price. Was good but it's something you can easily make at home. 4/5. Portuguese Tart - I've had my share of really good Portuguese tarts and theirs was just added to that list. I think I would've eaten about 10 of these versus having that toast. 5/5. Coffee - One of the most enjoyable cups of Joe I've had, really anywhere. Although they didn't have any almond milk (not sure if that's even a big thing out in Holland), they did serve it with some steamed soya milk which made it absolutely delicious. 5/5.

Just tried their cauliflower croquete! So crazy delicious! The place is awesome to get good food and work: great internet connection, super comfy, good natural light coming in and power outlets close to you. And the staff is THE BEST!

I absolutely loved the feel of this coffee shop, the owner personally greeted us and we enjoyed a quick cup of coffee before hitting the streets. I highly recommend this place if you are finishing a breakfast at Mooks. A must try and soon they will be roasting their own blends!!

9a.m. in the morning, not so easy to find a cafe for breakfast in Amsterdam. Really good choice if you like Eggs Benedict. Comfortable seat, fancy decoration and good taste.

Loved everything about this little breakfast spot! From the moment you walk it, it's bright and airy. Absolutely loved the copper pipes and Edison bulbs. They had tons of fresh food items. I ordered the yogurt and granola while my husband had the smashed avocado toast. Coffee is pretty affordable also. They have free WiFi, which is always nice but beware, i think they turn off the WiFi on the weekends.

Very warm, artsy environment. The coffee tasted good and customer service was fantastic. The smoked chicken and avocado sandwich was worth the 7.50€. This location tries to establish a good environment for conversation, so don't expect a working environment. Free wifi. I wish it were open for longer hours. I may come back, perhaps earlier in the day!

The coffee is incredible and the atmosphere is perfect! Patrick is wonderful- he remembers his customers and his barista skills are an art! The place is beautiful, modern and airy. I can't say enough about the quality of the coffee though. I haven't had breakfast yet, but the menu sounds delicious. The prices are too low for the product! Also, there is free wifi!

Delicious smooth cup of coffee. I liked the coffee so much that I purchased 2 bags of beans. The decor is clean and interesting. Staff very friendly. I highly recommend you find this place and enjoy.

Love love LOVE this place. I live in the neighborhood, and I feel like I just made some good friends (who make very good coffee). This place is the ultimate in gezelligheid ... and also has really nice, big windows, which for people like me who are working on the free wifi, makes a for a lovely day. Patrick (Irish) and Matthew (American) are lovely hosts.

Really enjoyed this place in Amsterdam. The space is super clean and pretty. Like the copper lamps pipes on the wall. I had the delicious smashed avocado with feta on toast. Super good.

Lunch on Friday afternoon. Nice and cosy atmosphere. I chose an avocado toast with a poached egg. The service was a little slow, but kind. I searched for pepper and salt on the tables but could not see any, and I did not ask for it since I did not want to wait to eat my toast. Other than that, the avocado toast tasted good. Fine place to take a short break during the day.

Love the vibe here and got a nice strong latte. Music, people, all of it. I think they're getting a kitchen soon. Game ON.

Tasty coffee made by folks who care. The room has a great relaxed vibe with high ceilings and nice decor. It appears that it has a wicked beautiful courtyard though it was cold (and closed) on this day. Will definitely be returning here for my fix, and to stare off into the distance.

I've been in Amsterdam on multiple occasions and visited a number of places to get a good quality coffee... This one I will be returning to again and again. I love the location, but the guys running the place really know their stuff as they deliver high quality products and service. Keep it going guys!