During the nineties House music was at it’s best in Amsterdam. International DJ’s came over to be part of the house revolution in clubs like the legendary Roxy, Mazzo and IT. Although most of them are gone there’s still some nice venues left to dance the night away.
Escape
This club on Rembrandtplein has a lot of reminiscence to the clubs from the early nineties. Famous for it’s Chemistry nights back in the days this place is now particularly known by the tourist. Although still perfect for a catchy night out this is not the place to go if you prefer the underground dance scene.
Jimmy Woo
Near Leidseplein this place offers a very cozy atmosphere, perfect sound system, lovely (but also pricey) drinks and if you’re lucky you might meet up with some of the local Dutch celebs. The play hiphop as well as house. Be sure to dress for the night otherwise they won’t let you in.
Studio 80
Also at Rembrandtplein this place is where you should go if you’re into energetic Tech house or Techno. Most of the nights the party doesn’t start before 2 AM, but continuous until the sun is already shining. A relatively low entry fee and down to earth decorations (none) provide the underground feel to this little venue.
Trouw
My favorite in terms of the music, drinks and looks. The owners have a clear sense of what’s hot and what’s not in the dance scene. The monthly Ratio nights are well visited. It’s location just outside the center ensures the folks that took the effort to get there now why, so you almost always have a nice crowd.