"Pulitzer’s Bar Unlike in many European cities, the craft-cocktailmovement is just catching fire in Amsterdam . This swanky watering hole, tucked inside the historic, canal-fronted Pulitzer Amsterdam hotel, is one of the best examples. The vibe is vintage gentlemen’s club, befitting its 17th-century-canal-house setting: Comfy leather armchairs, antique furnishings, deep-green walls lined with books, oil portraits of stern Dutch ancestors, and a roaring fireplace. Its cozy, candlelit nooks are ideal for a clandestine beverage. Or grab a stool at the long wood bar and watch the suspendered, bow-tied bartenders whip up signature updates of classic cocktails, like an old-fashioned made with jenever (Dutch gin), fermented pineapple syrup, and Creole bitters."
"The Pulitzer Hotel's on-site bar, with its own separate entrance on the Keizergracht, is a stunner. Order at the gold Art Deco bar or take a seat at one of the plush, jewel-toned chairs. The bar strives to recreate classic drinks with a modern twist, just like the menu, which describes each cocktail by its flavor profile, rather than by its ingredients." - Meredith Bethune
Good vibes. Nice music. And very good cocktails. Don’t like cocktails but the ones we had was mind bowing
M. Milo
Google
Vastly overpriced, wildly uninteresting.
Walking into Pulitzer Bar, the decor is striking. It has a very distinct vibe and the atmosphere is great. The staff is kind. The menus, with interesting illustrations of each cocktail, make you excited about what’s to come.
But what comes, is far from exciting.
The cocktails, at around €20 per piece, are TINY. Which would be fine, if they were incredible and interesting… which they aren’t. They’re all very sweet and very uninspired when it comes to presentation.
But the worst part is most definitely the bar bites. The blinis with caviar are “kwartje”-sized and contain a couple granules of caviar… for 27 EUROS FOR 3. The wagyu yakitori? 32 euros. PER SKEWER.
We left with a bill that was 280 euros, not even the slightest buzz after 4 cocktails, and an empty stomach. If you’re going to do expensive cocktails and bar bites, do them right.
Lloyd Bennett
Google
Always a pleasure to return to this bar.
One of the nicer venues I have visited. Great service and delicious (if pricey) cocktails.
Great date night venue.
Caitlin R
Google
Cocktails 10/10
Honestly one of my top three favorite bars in Amsterdam. The drinks are superior and made with quality ingredients. No hangovers here. My favorite drink was the Avantgarde Caipirinha. Also the espresso martini.
Service 10/10
The staff is extremely professional and polite. They even write down some restaurant recommendations for us!
Atmosphere 10/10
Beautiful cozy spot with dark dreamy lighting. Clean bathrooms. And a sophisticated feel.
I would like to say that this place is on the higher end. So be prepared to spend more money for a cocktail here. But the cocktails are extremely satisfactory and you get what you pay for here.
Aaron Shelby
Google
My friends and I stopped in for a few drinks before heading off for dinner. The service, the atmosphere, the cocktails were all impeccable. Hands down this has been one of the best bars I have been to so far in my travels. When I return to Amsterdam, I will be back!
Valerie Hernandez
Google
A really nice and beautiful place. The bar is part of the hotel, so I recommend making a reservation because it can be a little crowded. The staff is very attentive and friendly. The drinks are delicious. I highly recommend visiting it.
Sophia Sopromadze
Google
Right off the bat, I recommend getting a table by the window because it has the prettiest views of the canal. Cocktails were so creative and they all tasted really good. We went in the evening and the vibes were immaculate. I definitely recommend going here to grab drinks!
phunter
Google
The perfect spot for a drink and some great snacks! Good vibe, tunes and super friendly staff too.