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Coffeeshops: Memorable Moment
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  • Whitewidow21
  • Updated By Whitewidow21 on March 15, 2005
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  • Coffeeshops - Amsterdam
    by Whitewidow21
    I have to say that the Dampkring is by far the best coffee shop, in my opinion.

    I remember walking on Singel on my second day in Amsterdam, continuing my journey on the search to discover as many coffee shops as i could. I decided to take a look at my map and see what coffee shop was close to me and i saw that the Dampkring was closest to me so that was next on my list. I walked up the street and saw it. I have to say that once you see a coffee shop in real life, it feels so weird, it almost feels as if your in wonderland, like a dream. I opended the door and walked in through the door. I noticed alot of people sitting in the bar having a heniken, others were sipping hot chocolete, and the remaining majority were smoking pot, freely. i headed straight to the dealer's front counter and noticed that the menu was right in front of me. I greeted the two Dutch dealers and began looking at the menu. I couldn't believe the selection they had and what was cool about there menu was that it was also a chart camparison as to what type of feeling you'l get, it's also rated by stars five being the strongest and obvisoly one being the least strong although i didn't see any ones, two, or three's, they were all top notch gear. Before i even got to the menu i noticed a large splif sitting in the counter.

    ( NO DRESS CODE )

    The Dutch dealer asked me what i liked to smoke, i was overwhelmed by the question so i don't remember what i said. He offered me a hit and i accepted. i lifted the twenty five gram joint up, he assisted me by lighting it, i took a genourous hit, held it inside for a bit and exhaled. WOW, let me tell you that was the strongest joint i have ever smoked in my life. I kid you not once i exhaled less than a half a minute i felt as if i was going to pass out. I was so stoned. The two dealers were asking me if i was ok, i think i told them i was fine. I remember one of the dealers telling me that i was as white as a ghost. I began sweating, hard core. The other dealer steped out of the counter and headed for the bar, he came back with some sugar candy and told me to eat it and i should feel better. Rest assure i didn't pass out. It was very intense. I will never forget that day. Anyways i stood back in line and purchased my cannabis and tipped them genourously. I bought a lighter from there to remind me of that day.

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    Coffeeshops: Quality
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  • Whitewidow21
  • Updated By Whitewidow21 on April 1, 2005
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  • Coffeeshops - Amsterdam
    by Whitewidow21
    Ok if you guys are looking for some pre-mo dank then you need to hit up this coffee shop.
    The Grey Area. This little place is such a kick back joint. They got beverages and a few snacks if in case you get the munchies. It's a usuall joint for the locals because of the well known cannabis and other cannabis related smoking products they contain. These guy's can even hook you up with some kieff. The dealer was a very cool guy that really likes tokin it up. This joint is known for there Double Bubble Gum strand. Best gear they got, smells super fruity like juicey fruit (no bull ***), only way to smoke it is by rolling it in a spliff with a few sprinkles of kieff and "by George" i'm sure you'll find something to do at the Dam.

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    Coffeeshops: Behold
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  • Whitewidow21
  • Updated By Whitewidow21 on October 9, 2005
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  • Coffeeshops - Amsterdam
    by Whitewidow21
    Ladies & gentlemen behold, to the left of the screen your are witnessing pure keiff. Yes a little sprinkle of this in your spliff and your are headed for a nonestop space galactict trip; atleast for about an hour. What sucks about it is that it takes you high really high but fades alot quicker. But it's great stuff. I found this in the Grey Area Coffee shop. For those of you who don't know what keiff is it's pure THC, the main active ingrident found in cannabis. It's the powdery substance to the right of the picture.

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    Coffeeshops: Coffeeshops
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  • Joemidwest
  • Updated By Joemidwest on December 22, 2004
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  • Comfortable spot on Singel Canal - Amsterdam
    Comfortable spot on Singel
    Canal
    by Joemidwest
    When in Amsterdam do as the Amsterdammertjes! Actually there are probably more tourists and travelers in the coffeeshops than locals. I would imagine the locals have there own thing going on. Marijuana and hashish are legal enough to be sold in around 400 of these establishments in the city. Coffeshops are throughout the Netherlands not just in Amsterdam. Most have tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and soda. Some have snacks and beer.

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    Coffeeshops: The former Police Station #14
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  • By pieter_jan_v on February 25, 2005
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  • Bulldog sugar - Amsterdam
    Bulldog sugar
    by pieter_jan_v
    The Bulldog is one of the well-known Amsterdam coffeshops. The smoking area is in the basement, where the original police prison cells are still in use by the customers.

    The Bulldog has a merchandise shop and pool and bar section too.

    Remember, there's no alcohol served in the smoking section.

    Just come as you are.

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  • Address: Leidseplein 15 -1017 PS Amsterdam
  • Phone: +31-20-6277432
  • Directions: East side of the Leidseplein
  • Website: http://www.bulldog.nl
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    Coffeeshops: Jazzzzzzzzzzzzzz
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  • ingridf_nl
  • By ingridf_nl on April 29, 2003
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  • Coffeeshops - Amsterdam
    by ingridf_nl
    When you arrive at this tiny bar along Korte Leidsedwarsstraat, you will hear Jazz music filtering through the crowd. This little jazz bar features live music everynight... and if you go often, it is easy to get to know the musicians.

    Get a scotch, or beer as you please, find a seat, and enjoy. This a great spot to relax with friend or alone.

    Watch for Frank, the "local Winnipeger" turned Amsterdammer. Depending on who is playing he may be allowed to sing a tune or two.

    This place has a great mix of locals and tourists... and the atmosphere is perfect.

    It opens at 9pm and closes at 3am... so be ready for a late night ;)

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  • Address: Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 115
  • Directions: Leidseplien
  • Website: http://www.jazz-cafe-alto.nl/Neder.htm
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    Coffeeshops: Indian chillout
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  • queenofoceans79
  • By queenofoceans79 on October 6, 2004
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  • Kashmir Lounge - Amsterdam
    Kashmir Lounge
    by queenofoceans79
    A fairly big and surprisingly crowded coffeeshop out in the Old West. Chilling with Indian decor and piles of big cushions scattered around to sit on. They also serve alcohol and on some evenings, have a dj. Open till 3am on the weekends!

    No dress code

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  • Address: Jan Pieter Heijenstraat 85
  • Directions: The Old West Tram 17
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    Coffeeshops: Coffeeshops and Alcohol
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  • BlueBerry_7
  • By BlueBerry_7 on March 15, 2003
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  • Coffeeshops - Amsterdam
    by BlueBerry_7
    There are quite a few coffeeshops that also sell alcohol, the Best place is De Kuil which is very close to central station. This place also sells some killer weed and hash so can get a beer and light up a joint with no problems. It is very nice place to chill and perhaps shoot a game of pool or play backgammon while toking on the vaporizor available for use.

    Another good one is the Rookies, near the Leidseplein. There is two pool tables here and also a full bar, I have heard they have good weed but I have not tried any there. It has a nice vibe and it's pretty big with lots of tables to relax, drink and have a nice smoke.

    Also, De Dampkring, La Canna, and Smokey Coffeeshop are a few others.

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  • Directions: All over town!
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    Coffeeshops: One of the older, original and classy coffeeshops
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  • davequ
  • Updated By davequ on July 9, 2005
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  • Great atmosphere and cannabis products - Amsterdam
    Great atmosphere and
    cannabis products
    by davequ
    Intro:

    Note: This tip is for older, first-time visitors who may be curious but possibly apprehensive about coffeeshops.
    Greenhouse Tolstraat is more expensive and a little more "formal" than most, so if you're a hardcore channelite, etc. you know to skip this tip entirely. Audience for this tip is for the uninitiated.

    October 12 2001

    For a more laid-back, mellow, "upscale" coffeehouse experience (best for 1rst-time "mature" travellers), take a cab or tram from Amsterdam Centrum to the "old south" (Oud Zuid) section of Amsterdam to the Original Greenhouse on Tolstraat.
    There are 2 other Greenhouse locations that are closer to city center, but this is the original and (imho) the best.... worth the cab ride.

    Excellent atmosphere/ambience with good music (mellow yet cool funk/jazz, but not elevator music), top quality cannibis products, served by a helpful staff.

    The dealer and waitress make good recommendations, provide efficient yet inexpensive glass pipes & round up screens;

    as well as bring drinks to the table in the very cool and comfortable lounge (they serve alcohol as well), chat customers up with friendly conversation, yet allow privacy.
    They will even call a cab (a friendly/helpful driver they know personally) for a ride back to your hotel.
    A perfect, first-time night out at a Dam coffeehouse.

    As always in Amsterdam, clothing is sometimes optional but usually recommended.

    Seriously, the more "local" you appear, & the less brash & touristy you behave, the friendlier the service.

    Recommendations:

    Haven't been there in a couple of years, but back then some highlights were:

    Hashish: King Hassan Supreme, Manali Creme
    Weed: Kali or Super Kali Mist (good sativa), Great White Shark; AK47
    Greenhouse Tolstraat is a little more expensive than most coffeeshops, but for first-time, more mature travellers, it is (imho) one of the larger (most coffeeshops are tiny) cleaner, classier shops and a great introduction to the Amsterdam coffeehouse scene. (Later on you can do Picasso, grey area, Anyday, Siberie, Dampkrig/Dutch Flowers/Tweede Kamer (the big 3 in the Spui) etc. etc. ad infinitum if coffeeshops are your scene... (I find them tedious after a while).

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  • Address: Tolstraat 91 in "Old South" (Oud Zuid) section
  • Directions: address &map (see greenhouse website) or Amsterdam Coffeeshop Directory and take a cab, unless you know the trams. It's in Old South, a long walk from center of town, but worth the trip.
  • Website: www.greenhouse.org
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    Coffeeshops: Coffeeshops do not only serve coffee
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  • By Pavlik_NL on December 30, 2002
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  • Skinny bridge in the dark winternights - Amsterdam
    Skinny bridge in the dark
    winternights
    by Pavlik_NL
    Coffeeshops, Amsterdam has many and is worldfamous for them. By the way, this year it was a jubilee-year for these specific type of cafés. It was 30 years ago that "Mellow Yellow" opened it's doors as ... you never guess ... TEAhouse!
    Anyway, as no doubt already knows, coffeehouses do serve coffee, but are mostly famous for the selling of various kinds of softdrugs in "personal amounts". That means that one can get a joint, but not a kilo of marihuana. Most famous in Holland is our own "Nederwiet" (Canabis Satifa Hollandica). Some people make a big deal out of the fact that the Dutch have such liberal drugpolicy, but never forget that it's about softdrugs NOT harddrugs. Just go inside and try a joint ... you should try at least anything once!

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