About us

Café de Blaffende Vis is an authentic brown café tucked away in the Jordaan

Whether you come for breakfast, lunch, drinks or dinner, you've come to the right place

Young, old, students or dual earners, Jordanezen and people from outside the neighborhood; a very diverse crowd knows how to find us. You can come to us for a beer, a decent glass of wine and a nice meal. By day a relaxed place for a cup of coffee or a drink, by night a lively eatery and pub.

What makes our café so special?

It’s all about good vibes with us. No complicated menu, no frills – just a great place where young and old come together. Whether you’re stopping by for a drink, a tasty bite, or a Friday afternoon that turns into a late evening, you’re always in good hands here.

Cafe De Blaffende Vis Eten Eetcafe Jordaan Amsterdam Ontbijt Borrel Diner Lunch

About our food

Good and tasty food is important to us. We freshly cut our fries, make the chicken satay by hand, and prepare the ribs in our own kitchen. We have a small fixed menu supplemented by daily changing specials. 

Would you like to have lunch, dinner or drinks with a large group? Contact us and we will look at the possibilities together.

Cafe De Blaffende Vis Eten Eetcafe Jordaan Amsterdam Ontbijt Borrel Diner Lunch

A bit of history

Around 1916, a small liquor store and tasting room opened here, where locals gathered for a drink. From the very beginning, the place had a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Over the years, the name changed a few times, but the inviting ambiance remained. Since 1988, the café has been called Cafe de Blaffende Vis. Where the name exactly comes from? That remains a mystery. Perhaps the creator picked it up somewhere in literature, or maybe it's something entirely different. We prefer to let the stories unfold on their own.

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