Door 74

Door 74 is often credited as Amsterdam’s first speakeasy-style cocktail bar, tucked discreetly behind an unmarked door at Reguliersdwarsstraat 74. Once you ring the bell and are welcomed inside, the setting transforms into a plush, dimly lit interior of mahogany, leather banquettes, vintage lighting, tin ceilings, and curated antique barware—a rich and moody Art‑Deco vibe with classic jazz or swing as the soundtrack. The menu features around a dozen seasonal, theme-based cocktails, each with imaginative names like “Simon the Fruit Vendor,” “Trader John’s,” or “Single Not Ready to Mingle.” These drinks strike a perfect balance: bold and aromatic, subtle and refined. They’re crafted with passion and theatrical flair, often incorporating genever, rare spirits, and unexpected ingredients like pickled shrubs or goji‑berry syrup. Door 74 offers seat‑only reservations by text (via +31 6 34045122) or email, and typically opens at 20:00 nightly. The experience is deeply personal: bartenders chat recommendations, and each visit feels like being hosted in a refined friend’s lounge. It doesn’t serve food, so cocktails take center stage. Even seasoned bar tourists rave about Door 74’s unforgettable atmosphere and cocktails—some reviewers call it their most memorable stop in Amsterdam. It has made The World’s 50 Best Bars list multiple times, signaling its global influence on the craft cocktail scene.