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Amsterdam Centrum Craft Beer Bar & Event Space

A historic 1748 building turned cozy hub for locals, expats, and in-the-know travelers.

We serve craft beers and host weekly events such as live music, comedy nights, pub quizes, and have something for everyone unless they’re an asshole.

Welcome to Cafe de Knoop

In a city where cafes are bars, coffeeshops aren’t for coffee, and nothing means what it sounds like, Cafe de Knoop is exactly what it claims to be: A community-driven watering hole run by artists, for artists (and also for anyone who needs a pint and a seat).

Tucked inside a beautiful, historic 1748 building, Cafe de Knoop is the lovechild of Cafe de Spuyt and Those Dam Boat Guys. We serve local craft beers, classic cocktails, and regularly host live music, comedy, pub quizzes, art exhibitions, and community events.

You’ll find us in the heart of Amsterdam Centrum, right between the Red Light District and the Jordaan - surrounded by the best cafes, food, weed, art, and people-watching opportunities in town.

A favorite hub for locals, expats, and travelers who might not know where they’re going, but the cool ones somehow find their way to our door.

You Know You've Got Nothing Better to Do

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You Know You've Got Nothing Better to Do 〰️

🎤 A contest for brand new comedians
😬 A lineup of newbies compete to go the next round at the end of the month
👏 You decide the winners by voting on the night!
🎫 Seating is limited, buy your tickets in advance! TUNA shows can sell out.

That Comedy Thing has been a stepping stone for beginning comedians in Amsterdam. We're all about new comedians and strive to be a propaganda machine for the exciting Amsterdam underground comedy scene.

Buy your tickets here!

Every Tuesday at 20:00

A poster advertising stand-up comedy shows at Café de Knoop, featuring local legends and terrible newbies, with tickets available. The event is every Wednesday at 8 PM.

Like watching people risk their dignity for a laugh? Or maybe you want to be that foolish soul risking humiliation for a shot at comedic glory?

Every week, newbies and comedy veterans take the stage to test their best (and worst) material. Some jokes will kill, some will die a painful death, but that’s half the fun! Expect punchlines, experiments, and the kind of chaos only live comedy can deliver.

Buy Tickets Here.

Want to perform? Apply Here.

Every Wednesday at 20:00

Our weekly jam is where musicians, misfits, and musical over-sharers plug in, tune up, and let loose. Whether you're a seasoned pro or someone who just wants to see what happens when you bring a melodica to a public setting, the stage is open, the crowd is kind, and the beer helps!

Every Thursday at 20:00

Person's hands pouring a coffee-colored liquid through a fine mesh strainer into a cocktail glass with a signature espresso martini.

Reserved for the most sacred ritual of all: drinking. Craft beers, inventive cocktails, and a vibe that turns strangers into friends (or at least drinking buddies). Come to sip, clink, and revel in the weekend chaos, because some communion requires no sermon, just a good pour and even better company.

Every Saturday