't Blauwe Theehuis is a brewery café in the middle of Amsterdam’s Vondelpark, with indoor tables and a broad terrace around its circular pavilion. Take a break from walking or cycling for a Brouwerij 't IJ beer, including two beers brewed especially for this location, or order a sandwich, pizza or soup. You order at the bar, then find a seat. On a sunny day, the terrace puts you among the park’s trees; inside seating gives you another option when the weather turns.
A pavilion in the park
The circular café stands in Vondelpark and was built in 1937 as a tea house. Its design draws on Nieuwe Zakelijkheid, a Dutch modernist approach that favoured practical forms. The low, disc-like pavilion has multiple levels and a large terrace wrapped around it, giving the building a distinctive shape in the park.
The terrace is a central part of the experience. There are outdoor tables, including an upper level, and seating inside as well. On sunny days, the open-air space draws people stopping during a walk, run or cycle through Vondelpark. When rain sets in, the indoor room provides a place to sit with food or a drink.
Brouwerij 't IJ beers and food
Brouwerij 't IJ took over the café in 2018 and established a beer tasting room here. The bar serves the brewery’s beers, including two made specifically for the pavilion: 't Blauwe Theehuis Lager and its white beer. A beer flight is a useful way to taste more than one style in a single stop; Ijwit is another named option.
Food ranges from snacks to sandwiches, pizzas and soups. The menu also includes items such as bitterballen and spring rolls. The hummus and cauliflower sandwich is one choice if you want something more substantial than a small snack. Food portions and offerings can differ, so check the menu at the bar before ordering.
How a visit works
Ordering is self-service: place your order at the bar, then choose a table. The casual setup works for a quick drink as well as a longer break with food. Dogs are allowed, and the venue has space for groups; pétanque and table tennis add activities beyond eating and drinking.
The terrace is most appealing in fine weather, but it can be busy when the sun is out. If you prefer a quieter stop, consider going on a weekday. Before sitting outside, take a moment to check the table, as birds can leave droppings on some surfaces. The address is Vondelpark 5.
Preguntas frecuentes
Where is 't Blauwe Theehuis?
It is at Vondelpark 5, in the middle of Vondelpark in Amsterdam.
What beer can you order there?
The café serves Brouwerij 't IJ beers, including 't Blauwe Theehuis Lager and its house white beer. You can also order a beer flight.
Do you order at the table?
No. Order at the bar, then take a seat.
Is there food as well as beer?
Yes. The menu includes snacks, sandwiches, pizzas and soups.
