Het Paardje

Het Paardje is a popular bar-bistro on Gerard Douplein and has been a fixture in De Pijp for almost two decades. Combining the familiarity of a modern brown café with the energy of the neighbourhood, it attracts young locals, long-time regulars and visitors throughout the day.

Its large terrace is one of the café’s biggest draws and remains open during both summer and winter. It is an ideal place for coffee in the morning, a relaxed lunch or an afternoon drink while watching life unfold across the square. The menu includes sandwiches, salads, dishes to share and satisfying bistro favourites.

Later in the day, Het Paardje becomes increasingly lively, especially during Friday afternoon drinks and weekend evenings. Order a cold beer or cocktail, gather around the bar and settle in for one of those spontaneous De Pijp nights that lasts much longer than planned.

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