Raw Bar
Holland's first! From oysters, lobster sandwiches to delicate fish tartare everything is freshly prepared in front of your very own eyes. The Grand Ocean Platter is a hit with food lovers alike.
Cocktail Bar
Bridges' futuristic Cocktail Bar & Lounge is the place to unwind with a Classic Cocktail or a glass of Gosset champagne. Located directly opposite the Raw Bar offers the perfect accompanying bites.
Lounge
During the day the lounge is the perfect spot to enjoy one of our many coffees, teas or small bites varying from salads to the typically Dutch 'bitterballen'.
Private Lounge
The Private Lounge provides an intimate setting for pre-dinner drinks. It is the perfect location to savour culinary delights and to relax.
Private Dining Room
For optimum privacy take advantage of the Private Dining experience, which caters for up to 12 people and provides pleasant views of the Vinothèque. The private Dining Room is a pleasant and comfortable place where guests can relax to their hearts' content, enjoying a delicious cocktail and bites from the Raw Bar.
Vinothèque
The Vinothèque is the home of sommelier Hans Tuin. In this contemporary environment, located to the rear of the restaurant, he selects and samples his wines.
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There are two wine lists: the Concise wine list, which is acceptable to the palate as well as the purse and the Grand wine list. The emphasis is on French wines, but there is also a fine selection of New World wines from Chile, South Africa, the Netherlands and Australia. There is also a wide choice of vintage champagnes. A good way to sample different wines in the summer months is to order a so-called wine flight on the upper deck of the Bridges garden terrace. A voyage of discovery of three different types of wine (white, red or rosé), where the sommelier provides appropriate explanation and serves delightful canapés.
Garden Terrace
The Garden Terrace can be found in the beautiful and completely re-landscaped courtyard garden. It is one of Amsterdam's best kept secrets. An oasis of peace and tranquility, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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TerraceLunch and dinner are served on the lower deck. The upper deck is reserved as a lounge area that lends itself perfectly to a relaxing drink. The menu features Classic, Legendary and Contemporary Cocktails. In addition, guests are treated to a generous selection of Bar food items, ranging from a Club Sandwich, a Caesar Salad to dishes from the Bridges Raw Bar and assorted appetizers.
Library 'Or'
The Library 'Or' is situated in the beautiful lobby, located directly by the entrance to the hotel. Sybille de Margerie drew inspiration from the colours of typically Dutch elements, such as the dark-grey street stones known as 'klinkers' and the deep, rich colours of the Amsterdam flower market. The Library 'Or' has a rich collection of books about local culture, architecture and French savoir-faire.
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This library, graced by a beautiful, eye-catching lamp with precious gold leaf inlay, is the ideal place to become acquainted with art and culture, or to relax in peaceful surroundings. Dotted around the open fireplace are comfortable sofas and deep armchairs, where one can relax and partake of The Grand Afternoon Tea Tradition. Or how about a coffee and croissant with Le Figaro? The ultimate Parisian rendezvous.
Bar 'De Vliegende Hollander'
A traditional Dutch brown café, serving an assortment of Dutch beers and snacks, alongside an extensive collection of whiskeys and spirits. Whether you read the newspapers over your daily cup of coffee, meet a friend for lunch or a quick bite, or imbibe a few beers after work, for many people their favorite bar inevitably becomes a home away from home.
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The legend of the Flying Dutchman (de Vliegende Hollander) concerns a ghost ship that can never make port, doomed to sail the oceans forever.
Captain Willem van der Decken lived in Terneuzen and was known as a brave man. Around the year 1676 his ship disappeared on one of his voyages. En route to the Indies, a violent storm occurred near the Cape of Good Hope. Instead of waiting out the storm, the captain proceeded with his journey, against the wishes of the weather gods. Since then, he is doomed to sail forever and to this day the story of the ship 'that flies over the waves' is told by sailors all over the world.
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Bridges Restaurant
This legendary location, once the canteen of the City Hall, is now a place where gourmands can enjoy the art of cooking by French chef Aurélien Poirot.
Haute Cuisine
Mr Aurélien Poirot, Head Chef, welcomes you:
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The cuisine of Bridges formes a bridge between Dutch and French culinary traditions: Dutch fresh fish prepared with a French twist. Although the focus of the menu is fish, people who enjoy meat or vegetarian dishes are also most welcome.
Bridges has a solid position among the best restaurants of The Netherlands. For private dinners up to 12 people we have the Private Dining Room, overlooking the canal, that has already hosted many famous guests. Feel free to accompany the sommelier to the connected Vinothèque to taste and select one of our award winning wines. For more information: www.bridgesrestaurant.nl.
