Coffeeshop Ben
Kolksteeg 10, Amsterdam
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Street Kolksteeg Ben
District Centrum
Town Amsterdam
Province Noord Holland
Postcode 1012 PT
Telephone 0031 (0)20 6237006
Open (opening hours not known)
Map Centrum Map spot: 99 (C4)


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Anon.. Sent 24 Apr 2005.
The first coffee shop I ever went into. A bit on the small side but a great place all the same, friendly staff, great music. I would recommend Bens, weed was superb.

Sam, Ben, Jon from UK. Sent 25 Mar 2005.
Had to go to this one for obvious reasons (one of us is called Ben). Nice little place served decent sized drinks of tea/coffee. Had a quick glance at the menu but didn't buy any, prices looked very reasonable and seemed to be plenty of choice. Seating is a bit uncomfortable, but not bad for a short stay. Would definitely go back here next time we go to the dam.

Uncle Ghost from England. Visited Feb 11-14. Sent 18 Feb 2005.
This was the first coffeeshop I went to when I first went to the 'Dam back in early 2001, so I always pop in out of tradition. It's quite a dark and dingy place, but that's how I like them! The hard wooden seats were quite uncomfortable and the Hobbit-sized tables were quite an obstacle for a big strapping bloke like myself. That said, the various staff I have seen in Bens during my visits to the 'Dam have always been very friendly - The girl in there this year let me have a closer look at their range of weed, as well as several sniffs! Opted for the 'Ice' weed in the end, which was a great smooth smoke and got me ticking along nicely! The music tends to be Hip-Hop, which is no bad thing either.

Ralphybaby from UK. Sent 2 Oct 2003.
I arrived as most heavy bag, aching fee and dying for a smoke. Dumped the bags at the hotel and being my first time in the Dam promised myself to stop in the first cafe I walk past. Ben!! A strange name for a coffeeshop but hey, my mate's called Ben so I'm in. First impression was bit the place as a bit small and empty but cosy looking. The guy behind the counter was a star, told him it was my first visit and he was chuffed I chose his coffeeshop for my first!! The weed is good, fair priced and the staff were really friendly, even talking on my phone to a cab driver who got lost with my mates in. Try this place for a real chilled smoke. Many thanks to the staff for helping me and my friends out. Peace!

Ant and Saz from UK. Visited 5 - 7 Aug 2003. Sent 8 Aug 2003.
More of a juice bar than a coffeeshop, visited on a couple of occasions 5th - 7th Aug 2003. No alcohol served, but a cosy little place outta the heat (if u were there at the same time u'd know what I mean!). Atmospheric lighting, a chillum at each table & bongs for hire (one guy made the most of, to hilarious effect) & most important of all, a tidy smokers menu. Recommend the orange bud & polm ready rolled. Nice to lie back & watch the street performers go by!



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