Door 74

The black wood and glass double doors on Reguliersdwarsstraat give nothing away. To get inside Amsterdam’s first dedicated speakeasy, you have to find the number 74 and ring the doorbell, waiting for a host to usher you out of the street noise and into the dim, Art Deco interior. It is a sharp transition – the room is heavy with mahogany, dark leather, and the glint of antique barware, soundtracked by a steady stream of ragtime and early jazz. The bar operates on a strictly all-seated policy. This keeps the volume manageable and ensures the space never feels overcrowded, but it also means you won’t be squeezing in for a quick drink at the counter. The atmosphere is built for conversation, supported by a cocktail program that leans into complex, inventive recipes. The menu rotates frequently, featuring elaborate creations like the Old Fashioned Hustle or the Manila Mirage, often presented with theatrical flair. Founders Philip Duff and Sergej Fokke established the venue to prioritize the craft of the drink above the social scene, a standard that earned the bar a spot on The World's 50 Best Bars list twice. Because the capacity is limited to the number of chairs available, booking a table in advance is the only way to guarantee entry.