Atlas #019 · West
Selma's West
Jan van Galenstraat 70H, 1056 CC Amsterdam
Photos via Google Maps · Selma's, Aydan Farzaliyeva, H Abdulla - Yakoub
Why it's worth the detour
A Nordic-leaning neighbourhood bakery-café serving Stooker Coffee Roasters, split between those who call the dim room a cozy "second living room" and those who find it dark and noisy.
4.4 rating · 655 reviews
The order
Cardamom bun
Why we'd go back
- — Cardamom bun singled out repeatedly as the pastry to get
- — Poached eggs and made-from-scratch cooking praised specifically
- — Repeat visitors describe it as a genuine neighbourhood fixture
Coffee profile
- Roastery
- Stooker Coffee Roasters
- Style
- Nordic/Scandinavian-leaning
- Food
- Breakfast/brunch with poached eggs; toasted sandwiches
Address & hours
Jan van Galenstraat 70H, 1056 CC Amsterdam
Good to know
- Food available
- Full brunch
- Terrace
Quick answers
Why is it worth visiting?
A Nordic-leaning neighbourhood bakery-café serving Stooker Coffee Roasters, split between those who call the dim room a cozy "second living room" and those who find it dark and noisy.
What should you order?
Selma's's recommended order is Cardamom bun.
What is it best for?
Selma's is best for a terrace in the sun.
Does it roast its own coffee?
No — Selma's serves beans from Stooker Coffee Roasters.
Is food available?
Yes — Breakfast/brunch with poached eggs; toasted sandwiches.
Is it suitable for laptops?
Not especially — Selma's isn't tagged as a laptop-friendly spot.
Which neighbourhood is it in?
Selma's is in West, Amsterdam, at Jan van Galenstraat 70H, 1056 CC Amsterdam.
When was the information last checked?
This page was last checked in August 2026.
Selected by Atlas Amsterdam
Last checked: August 2026
Part of the independently curated Atlas Amsterdam guide