Coffee & cake at the
A church garden, a slice of apple pie, and nowhere else you
Specialty coffee and cake in the former sacristy of Amsterdam's oldest building, with a courtyard behind the old church wall.
Why people come
Sit down, scan the code, and let us bring it out
Coffee made properly, cake baked in house, and a garden most people did not know was there until they walked through the gate.
What people say
"One of the best coffees in my life"
Reviews left by the people who have been here, straight from Google.
“A welcome haven in the crowded streets of Amsterdam.”
“A lovely little spot in Amsterdam. The terrace has such a cozy, old-world atmosphere — it almost feels like a scene…”
“Great matcha and great apple pie! and we loved the location:)))”
“The apple pie was so good. Loved the cream on the side, and the place was so cute too”
Since 2013
Job and Anne's cafe in the oldest building in Amsterdam
We welcome you to De Koffieschenkerij, set in the former sacristy of the Oude Kerk. Sit in the wood-lined attic or outside among the roses, grapes and quince trees in season.
Inside and out
The attic, the garden, and what is on the plate
The wood-lined rooms, the courtyard against the old church wall, and the cake everyone photographs before they eat it.
Find us
Through the gate beside the old church, in the courtyard
Look for the black gate off the square, next to the church. Step free entrance and seating throughout, and a toilet on site.
Opens tomorrow at 09:00
The apple pie is the reason most people come back
Cakes are baked in house and change with what is fresh. Coffee is specialty grade, and you can ask for oat milk on anything.
Before you come
Questions people ask us
The practical things worth knowing before you walk through the gate.
How do I order?
Scan the QR code on your table, order and pay from your phone, and your coffee and cake are brought out to you. No need to find a waiter.
What should I order?
The apple pie, by a long way. Ask for it with whipped cream on the side. The carrot cake and the passion fruit cheesecake have their own following too.
Can I use my laptop?
We ask guests not to work on laptops here, especially once it gets busy. We would rather keep tables free for people stopping for coffee and cake. Phones and tablets for ordering are fine.
Is there somewhere to sit outside?
Yes, our garden courtyard against the old church wall, with roses, grapes and quince trees depending on the season. It is the reason most people come.
Do I need to queue for a table?
No. Walk in, find any free table inside or in the garden, and order from the QR code on it. On busy weekends it can take a minute to spot one, but nobody seats you and nobody makes you wait in line.
Do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins are welcome, but we recommend booking ahead for larger groups or busy times.
What time do you close?
We close at 6pm every day, including weekends, so come earlier in the afternoon rather than later if you want to be sure of a table.
Are dogs and children welcome?
Both. We are used to prams, dogs on leads and kids at the table.