Yay! Friday, finally! I love getting a drink and a small bite to eat after work, on Friday. Perfect way to start the weekend, if you ask me. Here in Amsterdam, Friday afternoon drinks is kind of a thing. We love getting together after work, relax and celebrate the weekend! This phenomenon’s also known as a ‘vrijmibo’, short for ‘Vrijdagmiddagborrel’, which translates to ‘Friday afternoon drinks’.

Pictures by © Brandstof.

This one place I love to go is called Brandstof, which means as much as ‘fuel’ in Dutch. Brandstof is located on the corner of the Marnixstraat and the Rozengracht (only a short walk from the hotel). Brandstof is a cozy, fun bar with a great view on the hustle and bustle of the Marnixstraat and Rozengracht. On sunny days, their terrace is just perfect; enjoying the sun, drinking a beer, watching the traffic and the people.

Pictures by © Brandstof.

At Brandstof they have great cocktails, a wide variation in beers and a special wine menu, which changes every season. And what’s better then a yummy burger to go with that cold beer on a Friday afternoon? Well, also the food at Brandstof delicious! I adore sharing the ‘Turbo Diesel’ platter with the pulled chicken taco’s, classic burgers, spare ribs and Thai beef salad. So no worries about getting tipsy on an empty stomach, enough yummy snacks and platters.

Brandstof likes to have their own little party on Friday nights. Starting the weekend with some music, dancing and drinks.

Sincerely,
Mr. J.

P.s. their Meatless Monday is also really great! All veggie dishes for 10,- euro each.

Bar Brandstof
Marnixstraat 341
1016 TD Amsterdam
http://www.bar-brandstof.nl/
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