Basjoe

Basjoe on Kloveniersburgwal is a classic Amsterdam coffeeshop with a sunny canal-side terrace that's one of the more pleasant smoking spots near Nieuwmarkt. The atmosphere is deliberately low-key and local — not aimed at the tourist crowd. The menu features the house Haze Special alongside a variety of hash and pre-rolls (both pure and mixed with tobacco). The staff are friendly without being pushy. Credit cards accepted. Basjoe's location on the quieter eastern edge of the center makes it a good recommendation for Dam Guide readers exploring the Nieuwmarkt area.