Rijksmuseum in all glory but the rather overlooked library is a must.

De Plantage is a bright, elegant brasserie beside Artis where great design.

A tiny record shop that has all the character you'd want.  They also sell produce out front which gives it even more character. 

This place has the best handpicked natural wines and great, great food. Lovely, friendly and helpful staff. You can easily sit here for hours, have a bite once in a while and try great wines. An absolute must to visit.

FC Hyena is a small cinema located in Amsterdam North, with a view over the Ij. The program is pretty good, as well as the bites and natural wine.