Hannekes Boom Amsterdam Waterfront Bar

Original illustration for our Hannekes Boom Amsterdam guide

The original media use older dates. This visitor information was checked in September 2026.

Quick answer: Hannekes Boom is a waterfront restaurant and bar at Dijksgracht 4, near Amsterdam Centraal. We suggest it for drinks or a meal by the water. Small parties can visit without a reservation; groups of around 30 or more should request a quote. Boat spaces are for guests and depend on availability.

Opening hours and the right address

Detail Published information
Address Dijksgracht 4, 1019 BS Amsterdam
Monday–Thursday and Sunday 11:00–01:00
Friday and Saturday 11:00–03:00
Phone 020 419 9820
Group enquiries evenement@hannekesboom.nl

Check Hannekes Boom’s contact page before travelling. These are venue hours, not a promise that the full food menu is available until closing. If dinner is essential to your evening, confirm the kitchen hours when planning your visit.

Do you need to reserve?

The official website invites smaller parties to walk in. Its reservation information says spring and summer reservations are only available for groups of 30 or more. A walk-in policy does not guarantee your preferred waterfront table or enough adjacent seats at a busy time.

For a larger group, send the date, time, headcount and whether you want drinks, dinner or a private celebration. Ask for the proposed seating, menu, deposit and cancellation conditions in writing before treating the arrangement as booked. We would also mention any access requirements at this stage.

Food prices and choosing the right menu

The current menu page links to separate food and drinks cards. The food card separates lunch, snacks and dinner, so check the section for the time you intend to eat.

On the dinner menu checked in September 2026, French onion soup is €9.50, fish and chips €21.50 and steak with fries €27.50. Soup followed by fish and chips would therefore cost €31 before drinks or extras. That is our arithmetic example using listed dishes, not a package offered by the restaurant.

Vegetarian and vegan choices appear on the menu, including a vegan cheeseburger. Ask staff about the dish and allergens before ordering. A dish described as vegetarian should not be assumed vegan, and a plant-based option does not establish how it is prepared alongside other food.

For a shorter visit, the venue’s FAQ confirms that you can come just for drinks. Decide whether you want a meal or snacks before setting your budget. We have not carried forward the old article’s claims of monthly menu changes or universally organic ingredients, as the current menu does not establish those promises.

Hannekes Boom or Hannekes Boot?

These names refer to different options. Hannekes Boot’s own explanation identifies Boom as the everyday restaurant and café, while the neighbouring boat is hired for private events and groups of 40–200 people.

If you have seen a photograph of a private party aboard the boat, do not assume that space is part of an ordinary restaurant visit. State which venue you mean when requesting an event quote. A capacity range is not confirmation that your date or preferred arrangement is available.

Getting there from our hostel

Use Warmoesstraat 87 as your starting point and Dijksgracht 4 as your destination. Hannekes Boom’s walking directions from Centraal follow Oosterdokskade to the Oosterdoksdraaibrug, then cross the water to the venue. Check the route on the day rather than relying on a fixed walking time.

The venue also lists tram 26 towards IJburg, getting off at Muziekgebouw aan het IJ. Check the live GVB journey planner for current stops and diversions. For a late return, check departure times separately from the bar’s closing time.

If travelling by taxi or with mobility requirements, agree on the drop-off point and final approach before leaving. A nearby stop or bridge does not establish step-free access to the table and toilets you need.

Arriving by boat or planning an event evening

Hannekes Boom’s FAQ allows guests to use its mooring spaces when they are not full. Treat this as conditional access, not a reserved berth. Ask ahead if your plans depend on arriving by boat, and do not assume that drinks will be delivered directly aboard.

For music or another activity, check the venue’s dated announcements before building your evening around it. The old article’s promises of several performances every week and a newly expanded terrace are not reliable substitutes for confirmation of what is happening on your visit date.

Planning your stay with us

Our booking terms confirm 24-hour reception and no curfew. Check-out is at 10:00 and we do not provide luggage storage after check-out. Arrange another luggage option if you plan to spend your departure afternoon or evening by the water.

Check availability for your stay and use our confirmed accommodation code HOSTELAMSTERDAM. Review the offer shown for your dates. The code is for accommodation with us, not food, drinks or event hire at Hannekes Boom.

Earlier PDF and video

We have retained the original media below. Use the current sources above for opening hours, menu prices and booking conditions; older material may contain claims that have not been verified for your visit.

Read the original PDF brochure.