Nous

Nous operates publicly under the name “nous – coffee store” and has two locations in Amsterdam. The shops are located at Haarlemmerplein 29 and Docklandsweg 29 in Amsterdam-Noord. In public communications, Nous describes itself as a community-focused coffee bar featuring specialty coffee, matcha, pastries, and music. This positioning aligns with a concept where lingering, conversation, and an informal atmosphere are central, without the formula being limited to coffee alone.

The names associated with Nous in public reports are Louis Tomasoa and Koen van Meersbergen. According to these reports, they first met during their time at About, a menswear store, before later making the leap into specialty coffee. The opening of the first Nous location was publicly documented in October 2023. By late November of that year, local reports indicated that the spot at Haarlemmerplein had been open for about five weeks, placing the launch of the first location in the autumn of 2023.

The second location opened in Amsterdam-Noord. Public posts from January 2025 show that Nous had received the keys to a new space at that time. In March 2025, images of Nous Noord appeared, followed by the public announcement of the opening of the location on Docklandsweg. Other public descriptions also cite March 2025 as the opening month for this second shop. Consequently, within a year and a half, Nous grew from a single location to two addresses within the city.

The interior is described similarly across multiple public sources. Recurring elements include a white base interior, lilac accents, large windows, and plenty of natural light. There are also frequent references to the concept of a neighborhood living room, emphasizing conversation and an environment where guests feel completely at ease. This imagery aligns with the short public description of Nous as “Your neighborhood living room” used on social media.

Among the public sources examined, Five Ways Coffee Roasters is the most clearly documented coffee partner for Nous. Reports on the shop name Five Ways as the roaster being served, while an official partnership has also been publicly recorded in the form of a guest bar or takeover. Regarding the menu, a classic specialty coffee assortment emerges. Public menu lists and other descriptions mention espresso, cappuccino, batch brew filter coffee, cortado, flat white, latte, and Americano, as well as iced variants and extra shots.

Beyond coffee, Nous presents other beverages in its public communications. These include ceremonial-grade matcha, barista cacao or barista chocolate, the pink “Nous latte”, and the color-changing “magic lemonade”. The offering thus combines recognizable coffee classics with a few drinks that deviate from the standard menu in terms of visuals and ingredients. No further information regarding the exact recipes or origins of these house drinks was included in the provided research.

The food offering is also found in public sources. Mentioned items include homemade cookies, cinnamon buns, cardamom buns, and vegan coconut macarons. For the Noord location, breakfast plates and yogurt bowls are also listed. Several product and supplier relationships also appear in the researched sources: Five Ways for coffee, Selma’s for cinnamon and cardamom buns, Matsucha for matcha, and Reclaem for Barista Cacao. The provided material lists these parties as publicly documented collaborations or product partners.

The Noord location also seems to function as a small-scale community hub. Official public posts mention a wine tasting at Nous Noord in collaboration with Chef’s Cellar. Additionally, there is a publicly recorded collaboration with Five Ways where a guest took over behind the bar. Furthermore, Nous – Coffee Store on Docklandsweg was publicly mentioned as the starting or meeting point for a photo walk on March 21, 2026. No further workshops, public cuppings, or exhibitions were found in the researched material.

According to the research, Nous’ own public website contains location details and a link to Instagram, but no separate sustainability policy or sourcing statement. As a result, it remains unclear how Nous publicly communicates its procurement, traceability, or environmental goals. However, the research notes that coffee supplier Five Ways discusses sourcing and roasting, roast-to-order, innovative packaging, and sustainable logistics under a climate-friendly banner on its own website. This is information about the supplier, not an independent policy of Nous.

The public visibility of Nous consists primarily of editorial attention and inclusion in curated lists. The research mentions De Westkrant, Your Little Black Book, a profile of Nous Noord, Amsterdam Now, and a coffee list from I amsterdam. Additionally, the shop appears in a coffee selection by De Buik and in a European list of new specialty coffee shops. No formal competition prizes or industry awards for Nous were found in the provided material. Public recognition is therefore limited to reporting and list mentions.