Supermarket Royal XL Night Shop is a late-night convenience supermarket at Ceintuurbaan 270, 1072 GJ, in Amsterdam’s De Pijp neighborhood. Long known locally as Avondwinkel Royal XL, it combines everyday groceries with a substantial drinks, tobacco, e-cigarette, snack and food-corner selection, making it a useful stop after dinner, a concert, or an evening out around Albert Cuyp Market and the Heinekenplein.
What to Expect at Supermarket Royal XL Night Shop
This is not a destination supermarket for a weekly trolley shop; it is a practical, compact after-hours store designed for immediate needs. Shoppers come for cold soft drinks, crisps, confectionery, household basics and a broad alcohol range, including international beers and other bottled drinks. An in-store walk-in cooler keeps drinks ready to take away, a particular advantage on warm De Pijp evenings or before heading to a canal-side gathering.
Royal XL’s food corner adds freshly made pizza to the convenience-store formula, while the drogisterij section covers personal-care essentials that can be difficult to find late at night. The shop also offers delivery through Thuisbezorgd and Uber Eats. Expect a quick, functional visit rather than a seated meal: browse the chilled drinks, pick up snacks or groceries, and continue along Ceintuurbaan toward the bars, cafés and shops of De Pijp.
- Walk-in cooler: A dedicated chilled room for cold beer, soft drinks and other ready-to-drink purchases.
- International drinks range: A notably broad alcohol and beverage selection for a neighborhood convenience shop.
- Food corner: Freshly made pizza provides a hot late-evening option alongside packaged snacks.
- Drogisterij essentials: Personal-care and everyday pharmacy-style items supplement the grocery shelves.
- Late delivery: Thuisbezorgd and Uber Eats extend the store’s reach beyond the Ceintuurbaan counter.
Supermarket Royal XL Night Shop at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Ceintuurbaan 270, 1072 GJ Amsterdam |
| Neighborhood / Area | De Pijp, Amsterdam-Zuid |
| Operating Hours | Daily 09:00–02:00; Friday and Saturday until 03:00. Check holiday hours before a late trip. |
| Admission / Price Range | No admission; $$ convenience-store grocery, drinks, tobacco and pizza pricing. |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 10 to 15 minutes |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | GVB tram 3 at Ceintuurbaan/Van Woustraat; Metro 52 De Pijp is about a 10-minute walk. Limited paid street parking. |
| Official Website & Phone | No standalone official website is listed; +31 20 675 9437 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
Come earlier in the evening if you want the widest choice of chilled drinks, pizza and grocery basics; the period after bars begin closing is naturally the busiest. For the simplest route, use GVB tram 3 to Ceintuurbaan/Van Woustraat, then walk a few minutes along Ceintuurbaan. Metro 52’s De Pijp station on the Noord/Zuidlijn is also within easy walking distance. Cycling is often more convenient than driving in this dense central district, where curbside parking is paid and limited.
The shop is at street level, avoiding stairs at the entrance, though its convenience-store layout is best approached as a short stop rather than a long browse with a large stroller or mobility device. Pair a practical food run with Onigiri YA! – Japan Market, roughly 100 metres away, or browse THRIFTSHOP – Vintage Outlet about 200 metres away. Albert Cuyp Market, Sarphatipark and the cafés around Ferdinand Bolstraat are all within a 5-to-15-minute walk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Supermarket Royal XL Night Shop’s hours, and when is the best time to go?
The store is open daily from 09:00 until 02:00, with Friday and Saturday hours extending to 03:00. Visit before late evening for a calmer shop and the fullest selection; late hours are ideal for urgent supplies after nearby bars and restaurants have closed.
Is there an entry fee, and do I need a reservation?
There is no admission charge and no reservation system: this is a walk-in grocery and night-shop purchase. Prices vary by product, with the convenience-store format generally falling in the $$ range; pizza, drinks, snacks and essentials are bought individually.
How much time should I allow for a visit?
Allow 10 to 15 minutes for a drink, snack, tobacco or grocery run. Add a little time if you are comparing the international beer selection, choosing from the cold room, or ordering freshly made pizza from the food corner.
Is Royal XL suitable for families and visitors with limited mobility?
Families can easily pick up soft drinks, crisps and everyday provisions, although the store is principally a quick-shopping stop rather than a family attraction. The ground-floor entry has no approach stairs, while the compact retail format is more comfortable for brief visits with a stroller, wheelchair or other mobility aid.
When planning your Amsterdam travel guide or browsing verified supermarket in Amsterdam, pair this stop with standout local spots including Mood Indigo, Hugs – Natural alternatives to fur – 100% wool, Skipper Marnix, and Onigiri YA! -Japan Market (nearby).
