Other restaurants in The Randstad
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Cloos
One of a gaggle of swank cafes on the vast Plein. Rest your gentrified butt on the comfy wicker chairs and watch the pigeons bedevil the solemn statue of Willem Den Eerste, hero of the Spanish war. No telling what the famous nationalist would have thought about Cloos’ Italian menu.
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Annie’s
At the confluence of canals and pedestrian zones, Annie’s has a prime water-level location with dozens of tables on a floating pontoon. This classy cafe is good for a drink or a casual meal.
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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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’t Walletje
’t Walletje Tables front this small bistro on a pedestrian street near the town centre. Lunch has good smoothies, sandwiches and salads. At night three-course specials (€20) are artfully prepared and feature nice accents such as pesto side dishes with seafood and steaks.
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Les Ombrellas
Les Ombrellas Is situated at a confluence of canals in one of the city’s most charming districts, this long-running favourite sets up tables across the shady plaza. The tank with live crabs tells you that this is seafood country and the very long menu abounds with choice.
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Lambermon’s Grand Café
The ‘grand’ in the name is almost an understatement at this oh-so-chic corner hot-spot in a beautiful former fashion store. Bottles of champagne are on ice for purchase by the glass; the all-male waiting staff even manages a bit of attitude coupled with élan.
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De Brasserie de Engelenbak
Right in the shadow of the 17th-century octagonal Marekerk, this elegant bistro serves a seasonally changing menu of fresh fare that takes its cues from across the continent. Local organic produce features in many of the dishes. Tables outside enjoy views of the hoi polloi.
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Mangerie De Jonge Koekop
Mangerie De Jonge Koekop - always popular, this bistro has fresh and inventive fare. Dine under the stars at outside tables in summer. Look for the sculpted cow’s head on the front, which is as narrow as the first stalk of spring asparagus.
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Garoeda
Since 1949, this elegant restaurant has been serving spicy and fresh Indonesian fare from its airy corner location. Most people opt for one of seven variations of rijsttafel, the panoply of dishes that let you savour foods from across the archipelago.
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Deeg
A charming corner location in the museum quarter is but the first draw at this casual bistro, which has nightly set menus that change regularly. Fresh local produce gets a Mediterranean accent and many items – such as the cheeses – are organic.
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La Cloche
A stalwart of the Pieterskerk district, the years have not dimmed the passion for fine dining at this very inviting Frenchified restaurant. In fact the flowers just seem to get fresher and more numerous. The inside is all elegance: brass and chandeliers.
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La Forca
On a narrow quiet street, this trattoria (run by a charmer named Guiseppe) has tiled tables in a space as compact as the inside of a cannelloni. Perfect Tuscan and other Italian fare (the parmesan-crusted steak is amazing) draws gaggles of locals.
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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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Brasserie Het Koetshuis
You can sit on the large terrace and ponder the ramparts or huddle inside at a long table in what was once stables. Cafe classics dominate the long and varied menu. It’s a good place just for a drink through the day and evening.
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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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La Vieux Jean
Brilliant displays of flowers grace the front window of the fine French bistro, which serves a delicious steak frites (French fries) and other classic fare. It’s as thin as a shaving of truffle and seating is limited.
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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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De Artisjok
As surprising as the pastel colours inside the flower of its namesake artichoke, this bistro has fresh and inventive fare featuring organic ingredients grown locally. It’s on a leafy and quiet stretch of the Nieuwgracht.
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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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Café Springhaver
This cafe is a fine place for a drink, snack or meal. It’s a little spot of charm on this sinuous old street away from the bustle. This art deco complex houses intimate cinemas that screen art-house and independent films.
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De Visbanken
People have been selling fish on this spot since 1342. The present vendors line the display cases in the old open-air pavilion with all manner of things fishy. Enjoy marinated and smoked treats or go for something fried.
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Zebedeüs
This bright cafe is a day-tripper’s dream, with huge, fresh sandwiches served all day. Grab one of the many tree-shaded tables outside or relax with a coffee and a newspaper at the big tables within.
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Surakarta
Javanese art lines the walls at this neighbourhood Indonesian place, which does a busy takeaway service in addition to its elegant rijsttafel (array of spicy dishes served with white rice) service.
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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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Brasseriefyn
This cute little bistro is right on a canal and has tables outside when the Dutch weather allows. Dishes are sprightly and modern: chicory and ginger add spice and there are good vegie options.
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