Staring at Jacob

Jacob van Lennepkade 215, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Staring at Jacob is a brunch spot in Amsterdam Oud-West that's been doing soul food and hiphop sounds since 2013. It's giving cozy neighborhood café with a Brooklyn-inspired interior, right by Vondelpark. The vibe is chill, the terrace gets sun, and the place is packed with plants and art posters. The menu is all-day brunch and American soul food. Think chicken & waffles, buttermilk pancakes, poached eggs, and a Bloody Mary or Mimosa to wash it down. Everything's made fresh, and there's a weekly special if you want to switch it up. They also have local LOT61 coffee and Oedipus craft beer on tap. It's the kind of spot where you can catch up with friends or just sit solo with a latte and watch the neighborhood do its thing. Open every day from 9 to 4, so you've got plenty of time to make it your morning ritual.