This gloriously historic but updated bruin café (traditional Dutch pub) first opened its doors in 1702. It's named after an icebreaker that used to dock in front to break the ice on the river during the winter months (stained-glass windows illustrate the scene). Inside, stylish drinkers hoist beverages in the plush booths and along the marble bar.
It's great for organic and local beers (such as De Prael) and bar snacks such as homemade meatballs and shrimp croquettes, and there's a wonderful canal-side terrace for watching the riverboats glide by.
