Atlas #022 · West
Back to Black (West) West
Van Hallstraat 268, 1051 HM Amsterdam
Photos via Google Maps · Maarten v Bokhoven, Ahlennah B, Back to Black, Deniz Deniz
Why it's worth the detour
The larger, greener second Back to Black bar, with its own terrace and roomier feel than the Centrum original. The home-roasted black coffee is repeatedly called some of the best in the city.
4.7 rating · 375 reviews
The order
Apple pie, flat white
Why we'd go back
- — Home-roasted black coffee repeatedly cited as top-tier
- — Apple pie and brownies named specifically and often
- — Terrace and houseplant-heavy interior noted as the reason it feels different from typical Amsterdam bars
- — Laptops explicitly restricted on weekends — a specific, recurring detail
Coffee profile
- Roastery
- House roasted
- Style
- Espresso/black-coffee-focused; vegetarian, vegan and organic-leaning food
- Food
- Homemade cakes (apple pie, brownies), lunch sandwiches
Address & hours
Van Hallstraat 268, 1051 HM Amsterdam
Good to know
- Own roastery
- Food available
- Terrace
- Dog friendly
Quick answers
Why is it worth visiting?
The larger, greener second Back to Black bar, with its own terrace and roomier feel than the Centrum original. The home-roasted black coffee is repeatedly called some of the best in the city.
What should you order?
Back to Black (West)'s recommended order is Apple pie, flat white.
What is it best for?
Back to Black (West) is best for a terrace in the sun.
Does it roast its own coffee?
Yes — Back to Black (West) roasts its own beans (House roasted).
Is food available?
Yes — Homemade cakes (apple pie, brownies), lunch sandwiches.
Is it suitable for laptops?
Not especially — Back to Black (West) isn't tagged as a laptop-friendly spot.
Which neighbourhood is it in?
Back to Black (West) is in West, Amsterdam, at Van Hallstraat 268, 1051 HM Amsterdam.
When was the information last checked?
This page was last checked in August 2026.
Selected by Atlas Amsterdam
Last checked: August 2026
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