CREA Café — Restaurant in Amsterdam

Last Tuesday, I was faced with the ultimate new-classmates-turned-lunch-buddies dilemma: How do I look engaged, ask open-ended questions, and respond with witty commentary.. all while trying to scarf down a sandwich mere minutes before our lecture? To speak or not to speak—or more specifically—to speak or to chew; that was my question. Well, Crea ended up being a delicious solution to my friend or food conundrum. The sandwich bread they use is perhaps the most perfect texture I’ve ever experienced for get-to-know-you-chat munchies: the outside is crisp and hearty while the inside is soft, making it easily chewable. Together, they make for a satisfying crunch without the long-form chewing that most other roll or baguette-based sandwhiches require. Because of this bread, I was able to take a quick bite, chew while thinking of a suitably funny remark, and respond to my new friends in perfect tempo....

Great atmosphere, and great beers and snacks. The cheepest draft beer is 2,30 but if you're in the mood for IPA's or other "exotic" beers, they have plenty of these as well. However, prices are quite steep (5,00 for an alternative beer). They do have very nice snacks as well which aren't so outrageously expensive, such as a plate of nachos, which I can highly recommend. When the weather is nice, they even have a few tables outside where you can site right by the water.

In my opinion, one other downside of CREA is that there is never enough space. Often we had to fight to find seats with a group of 8-10, which is relatively large ofcourse. There do always seem to be spots at the bar if you don't mind sitting on a bar stool!

Overall: If you can find a seat and have a little money to spend, you will have a...

The cafe at the Amsterdam campus is a great spot to chill out. They've got a cozy vibe and offer a wide range of beers, including some fancy ones like IPA's. Plus, they serve up tasty snacks like nachos, bitterballen, pizza, and sandwiches. And don't forget to try their delicious chai!

Even though it can get a bit crowded, especially for bigger groups, you can usually find a seat at the bar. And if the weather's nice, you can enjoy sitting outside by the water.

Overall, if you're looking for a relaxed place to hang out with friends and enjoy good food and drinks, this cafe has got...