Restaurants in Rotterdam
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Kip
A lovely place that's more elegant than its moniker might imply. It's won a swag of 'Lekkers' (the Dutch restaurant-awards) and has crisp, white tablecloths, a dainty dining room, and delicious and immaculately prepared meat, poultry and vegetable concoctions with a haute cuisine feel.
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Parkheuvel
Some say it's the Netherlands' best restaurant - as one of only two Dutch fancies with three Michelin stars, it's got a strong claim. The French/international menu is especially fab with seafood - red mullet with balsamic dressing, anyone?
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De Ballentent
De Ballentent Rotterdam’s best waterfront pub-cafe is also a great spot for a meal. Dine on one of two terraces or inside. Mussels, schnitzels and more line the menu but the real speciality here are bals, huge homemade meatloafy meatballs. The plain ones are tremendous, but go for the house style with a piquant sauce of fresh peppers, mushrooms and more.
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Dudok
There are always crowds at this sprawling brasserie near the city centre. Inside it’s all high ceilings and walls of glass. Outside, you have your pick of an array of tables lining the street. Meals range from breakfasts to snacks to cafe fare such as soup and pasta. The name comes from noted architect WM Dudok who designed these former insurance offices.
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Blits
It was only a matter of time. In a city that loves diverse food and cutting-edge architecture, here's a restaurant that combines both: wall-length windows looking out over the Maas, and a classy international menu. Seating arrangements are 'out there': try the bench with pillows or the 'Love Suite', a heart-shaped, rich-red enclosure.
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Look
This one's especially recommended for single people, Buffy and Francophiles. Look is a cosy little restaurant that specialises in garlic-based dishes: steamed garlic, fried garlic, garlic soup, garlic vegetables… even garlic dessert, on occasion. It's delicious and you can even be a spoilsport and plump for nongarlic dishes.
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Stadsbrouwerij De Pelgrim
It’s named for the religious folk who passed through on their way to America, and you can take your own voyage through the various beers brewed in the vintage surrounds. Meals range from casual lunches to more ambitious multicourse dinners.
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Zinc
A cosy, chic French/Mediterranean bistro revered for using only organic produce from small farms, a rarity in the factory-farm-laden Netherlands. The busy little kitchen overlooks the street and outside tables. Famous mashed potatoes.
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Westerpaviljoen
A huge buzzy cafe with a very popular terrace, it’s the perfect spot for a respite in this prime shopping district. Breakfast is served until 3pm and the long menu has many vegie options and even some Mediterranean flair.
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Zee Zout
The name means sea salt and that’s all you need to know. Well, actually, details such as the superbly prepared fresh fish, wrap-around windows, outside seating with waterfront views and polished service are also key.
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Abacanto
Classic Italian fare, including pizza. You can dine under the glass here in the Westelijk Handelsterren, a converted warehouse complex that now houses numerous stylish restaurants, cafes and bars.
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Café Gallery Abrikoos
This is a bright and cheery tapas bar filled with art and a variety of soups, salads and mains, and wicked Mediterranean minimeals. Addictive - and a great way to start a long evening.
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Bagel Bakery
Excellent bagel sandwiches to takeaway. Dine in (or under the trees out the front) and enjoy excellent breakfasts, fresh lunches and inventive dinners. Lots of vegie options.
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Weimar
Named for the Hotel Weimer that stood here and was blasted to rubble in 1940, this is a waterside cafe in Oude Haven. The Weimar is one of the more gracious cafes.
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Café Rotterdam
In a soaring, light-filled space in the old ship passenger terminal, the real draw here is the huge terrace with its views of the water and the Rotterdam skyline.
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De Pannenkoekenboot
All-you-eat pancakes in a variety of flavours served aboard a boat touring the harbour. Other themed chow boats include Chinese and tapas.
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Maoz
Felafel pita-bread sandwiches that can be refilled as much as you like with salad toppings and sauces. Popular all over the country.
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Toko Konfa
On Rotterdam’s Asian strip amid groceries and markets, enjoy all manner of fresh and cooked dishes ready to go.
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Het Eethuisje
Traditional meaty, filling Dutch food is served from this little storefront near a canal.
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Bagels & Beans
Excellent coffees and a huge terrace with views and sun loungers.
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Panorama
This brasserie has the best location in town, in the midsection of the Euromast tower. At 100m it almost doesn't matter about the food, with that kind of view and a design to maximise it (the angled windows impart the odd sensation of eating in mid-air). It's a bonus, then, that the menu is up to scratch: fillet of suckling pig and grilled mackerel were recent offerings.
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