Coffeeshop Espresso since 2007: the family's shop outside Amsterdam
Espresso opened on the Rondweg in Mijdrecht in 2007. It is the only one of the five shops outside Amsterdam. This guide covers its history and the building.
Shop pageGetting there
When did Espresso open?
Espresso opened in 2007 at Rondweg 1B in Mijdrecht, in the municipality of De Ronde Venen. It opened the same year as Loft in Amsterdam.
The building
Espresso is a light, open building with wide windows at the front and back. It has solar panels on the roof and a system that reuses its own water. It has a ramp, and a large car and bike park in front.
Who visits
Besides people from Mijdrecht and De Ronde Venen, Espresso sees visitors from Utrecht, Woerden and Alphen aan den Rijn. All five shops operate under the Dutch toleration policy (gedoogbeleid), in place since 1976, with the same house rules at every door: 18+ with original ID, no tobacco, and no alcohol. Espresso is takeaway only.
History walk
- Start at Rondweg 1B (parking in front).
- The bus stop is about 200 m away.
- From Schiphol, take a taxi or travel via Amsterdam Bijlmer.
- Vinkeveense Plassen lakes are a short drive away.
Questions people ask
When did Coffeeshop Espresso open?
In 2007, as the family's only shop outside Amsterdam.
Is there parking at Espresso?
Yes, there is a large car and bike park in front of the shop.
Is Espresso accessible?
Yes, Espresso has a ramp and a wide entrance.
Plan your visit
Coffeeshop Espresso is open daily 10:00–00:00. 18+ with original ID. For directions see getting there and the shop page.
Looking for another shop? See all five coffeeshops in Amsterdam and Mijdrecht.