Like many cafe's in Amsterdam, Cafe de Pijp may have once been a cramped little corner spot with beer on tap and smoke-stained yellow walls.

But I sure can't remember back that far.

The Cafe de Pjip that I know is jumpin' on most nights, especially Thursday thru Sunday. Now taking up the space of two storefronts on the very popular Ferdinand Bolstraat in the Pijp, the modern vibe and and bad 90's music seems to do it for the clientele.

With some luck you'll get the waitress that actually comes to your table and brings you drinks in a friendly manner. With some luck you'll not be sitting alone and most people at Cafe de Pjip bring a friend. With some luck.. you'll actually find a place to sit.