Rotterdam

3 real restaurants, cafés, bars, markets and food experiences, from inexpensive to special occasion.

3 places to eat and drink in Rotterdam

A cone of frites (illustrative photo)
Illustrative photo

Hotel New York

Restaurant · Wilhelmina Pier

£££ Higher-end

A grand brasserie in the former headquarters of the Holland America Line, with harbour views.

Known for: Brasserie dishes with a view

About £40–70 per person

Special occasion Good for Couples · Groups

Glasses of beer (illustrative photo)
Illustrative photo

Kaapse Brouwers

Bar · Katendrecht

££ Mid-range

A craft brewery and taproom in the up-and-coming Katendrecht neighbourhood.

Known for: Local craft beer

About £19–40 per person

Local favourite Good for Groups · Couples

Fresh pastries and croissants (illustrative photo)
Illustrative photo

Pannenkoekenboot

Food experience · Boompjes

££ Mid-range

A pancake boat that cruises the harbour while diners eat all-you-can-eat pancakes.

Known for: Pancakes on a boat

About £19–40 per person

Good for Couples · Groups

£ to ££££ is an approximate guide to price level and the per-person range is an estimate, not live pricing. “Good for” is a rule of thumb. Opening times and menus change: check with the venue before you go.

Local dishes to try in Rotterdam 3
  • Street food at the Markthal

    A giant food hall beneath an arched apartment block

  • Kibbeling

    Battered fried fish pieces from a market stall

  • Poffertjes

    Mini pancakes dusted with sugar

Food markets & tastings in Things to Do 2