Wijnbar Boelen & Boelen

Many people come here for the Frenchified food, but, as the name implies, the wine is the star at this compact yet airy boozer on the edge of the Pijp's main nightlife strip. Dozens are available by the glass, more by the bottle, and prices range from pocket-friendly to splurge. The emphasis is on old world, but there are good selections from the antipodes and the Americas and the friendly owners - who have a shop at nearby Rustenbergerstraat 387 - can offer suggestions and samples.