Basjoe Kloveniersburgwal 62, Amsterdam

Street	Kloveniersburgwal	Basjoe and Bagheera
District	Centrum
Town	Amsterdam
Province	Noord Holland
Postcode	1012 CX
Telephone	0031 (0)20 6273858
Open	(opening hours not known)
Map	Centrum Map spot: 66 (F7)

	Description

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Epsilon from USA. Sent 3 Jul 2005.
Located between the Waterlooplein Market area and the RLD, a nice shop with comfy seating and nice staff. It became a regular stop during our recent 4 days in Amsterdam. Had an enjoyable meeting with the Lemmings here. The music ran the gamut from reggae, pop, rock to jazz. Guys take note, at one point the place was overrun by Dutch babes. (You did notice that didn't you?)

Lemur from Canada. Sent 4 May 2005.
Staff was friendly but not particularly informative or helpful for admittedly inexperienced customers; did not clarify that the pre-rolled items were mixed with tobacco; space cake had a grassy taste (contained chaff, not just made with infused butter), no noticeable effect from suggested "dose" of cake.

Garry from England. Sent 16 Apr 2005.
I had often wondered what a "whitey" was. Now I know. After sampling some of Basjoe's excellent Special Haze I happily staggered to the door. I would have hit the pavement were it not for one of the staff who must have ran to catch me (6' 4", 15 stone). He then sat me down, brought me juice and made sure I was OK. Now that's service. Well done Basjoe!

Buurvrouw from Netherlands. Sent 20 Feb 2005.
Working at the other side of the canal at the Weekly Press (Weekbladpers) under the strain of differing management and smoke prohibitions, Basjoe was my anchorpoint on the Kloof for seven years. I'm not there as regularly as I was, but being in the area without a cup of cha and a smoke at Basjoe's is unthinkable! Although I only came in from across the road, I know Basjoe's 'regulars' are spread over the world's surface and through Leo I've been introduced to some of them 'You should talk to so and so from so and so, she knows all about that subject, she'll be here again in a week or so'. This is their great pride, as others have remarked, a thing that cannot be caught in stars or points in guides, measured or legislated by authorities. Love you!

Uncle Ghost from England. Visited Feb 11-14. Sent 18 Feb 2005.
I'd read a few good reviews on this site about Basjoe, so I made an effort to find it. Great chilled out atmosphere, quite bright, with a great spot by the window for people watching. The guy working here was very laid back and friendly, and said he hoped I enjoyed the 'Jack Herrer' weed I bought from him. Didn't think much to the weed (maybe Jack Herrer wasn't the best choice I dunno) but it's a cool coffeeshop, with a great calm atmosphere.

Paul & Bri from UK. Sent 17 Jan 2005.
This coffeeshop came highly recommended and boy were we impressed! If you are looking for a place you can chill out in then make your way from Centraal Station through the Red Light District and take a left until you hit Kloveniers Burgwal. Walk south until you see the Basjoe sign in the window on your right where Rusland meets KBW at a bridge. All the buds are good quality and the White Widow was apocalyptic. This is not however, the main reason for making the effort to find this place. The atmosphere is what will take me back there as often as possible. Some shops complain if you spend too much time at a table - here they join in your game of cards! Drinks selection is varied from chilled beer to smoothies and excellent hot chocolates.

Dave from Wales. Visited Oct '04. Sent 31 Oct 2004.
Headed straight to Basjoe's to hook up with James and Leo and friends. What great dudes and what a great coffeeshop. The Haze was the order of the day and I had a couple of ready rolled and ordered a gramme before heading out into the stratosphere. I would certainly recommend this great place to any newbies right on the edge of the Red Light. Met great people there and can't wait to get back. Outstanding. See you soon guys.

Sarah from UK. Sent 19 Aug 2004.
We visited Basjoe a couple of days ago. The guy who served us introduced himself and kept us happy for hours. Just chilled chat and the best space cake in Amsterdam. It's multicoloured and made with weed, not hash. He gave some friendly advice regarding eating space cake. He explained how they (Basjoe staff) wanted everyone to enjoy their experience and have a good time. Basjoe is the place to go when places like the Greenhouse and De Rokerij loose their appeal and start to feel a bit too touristy. It's a 'real' coffeeshop that welcomes everyone.

Paul from UK. Sent 16 Aug 2004.
This little place was our 'base' coffee shop in Amsterdam. The guys who run it are very friendly and helpful. The weed we bought from there (called 'house haze' or 'haze of the day' or something similar) was a very pleasant sativa. Not madly strong but sativas aren't supposed to be. Beers are served chilled (in fact he refused to serve me beer unless he was happy with the temperature), and are very reasonably priced. Conveniently situated for stoned exploration of many parts of the city.

Cathy from UK. Sent 29 Feb 2004.
My hussy and I have been to the Basjoe many times even when it was the 'Peace Cafe' The very first time we had a debate over James' dreds, I said they reached at least his calfs, Trev said the reached his bum, well anyone that visits knows they are well and truly on the floor. He make the 'best banana shake' in the Dam! I love it. It's the start, middle and end to our day!! Sooooo comfortable, warm and homely I love u guys! Every time we go, they recognise us, it could be 2 years in between but James always knows who we are. Conclusion: Comfortable, friendly, clean, quality and wonderful people!! We love u Basjoe!

Fil from UK. Sent 20 Jun 2003.
I am a frequent visitor to Amsterdam (I have been 20 odd times) and Basjoe is always the first place I visit. They have a good menu with great special offers and the staff are really helpful and very funny. All in all a great shop. My favourites are the Super Silver Haze and the Punjab hash .

	Awards

		Recommended by Joe Pauker in his book 'Get Lost!' The Cool Guide to Amsterdam

	Basjoe

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