I grew up thinking that the Hard Rock Cafe was one of the coolest restaurants around. And if I was lucky enough to visit a city that boasted one, I made sure to go and savor the atmophere and gaze at the unachievable merchandise.

Although rarely, I'm still drawn to this ambiance in Amsterdam's version. Well, that and the best burgers in the city, as well as the "American size" sodas and water. Eet smakkelijk!