Cotazur
Dreaming about an exquisite meal in the south of France, but not in the mood to pack your bags just yet? Head to Kralingen and experience our local version of the Côte d’Azur. At this relaxed and stylish culinary bistro, which opened a year ago, Chef Nihal serves dishes you can’t resist. Lunch choices include […]
Gele Kanarie
In Rotterdam, we like to call a beer a ‘gele kanarie’ (yellow canary). So that’s what you’ll be ordering at this vibrant city café where the beer is home-brewed. This unique ‘canary’ also likes to sing and play: expect live music, pub quizzes and group bingo regularly. It’s the ultimate entertainment while enjoying a beer. […]
Bokaal
Picking a beer isn’t that easy at Bokaal. This popular city café has eleven different beers on tap, ten local beers and dozens of other well-known and less well-known beers, with different alcohol percentages. From bon vivants to beer connoisseurs and from students, or flex workers to families, everyone feels at home at this charming […]
Inside Rotterdam magazine
Botanero In Latin America, you get a snack (botana) with every cocktail – a great concept that was ready to land overseas. Botanero is the latest hotspot where Rotterdam meets Mexico and a high-end cocktail bar meets a fantastic food bar. Neither posh nor intimidating, but relaxed and down-to-earth. Come in a suit or sweatpants, […]
Oude Binnenweg
Rotterdam once had a vibrant, historic city centre. Oude Binnenweg is the only pre-war shopping street remaining from that time. Let’s explore this special part of town with its Art Nouveau features, famous old pubs and trendy shops. Words: Evelien Baks It may be a small street, but it has a great history, if only […]
Spring Dates in Rotterdam
Paola Westbeek There’s no denying how good spring feels. With the arrival of warm, sunny days, we crave life’s simple pleasures, like watching how nature blooms at our city’s parks and gardens, cycling with the wind in our hair, or spending a leisurely afternoon on the water feeling those first blissful rays of sunshine. And […]
Spring Walks in Rotterdam
Rotterdam is beautiful in spring – flowers bloom and trees blossom as nature begins to thrive under the sun. This guide offers five of the city’s most stunning green spaces for an urban trek. Kralingse Bos To the east of the city lies Kralingse Bos, a stunning wooded park surrounding an artificial lake. There’s so […]
Williams Canteen
From coffee to cocktails, Williams Canteen has you covered. The space has a 1930s diner vibe and packs more flavours than you can imagine. Whether you choose a classic or canned cocktail, or a drink made to order, you’ll enjoy a flavourful beverage without unnecessary additives. Transport yourself to warmer climes while sipping on The […]
Supernova
Whether you’re visiting from out-of-town or want a quieter night out, hotel bars in Rotterdam are a perfect destination for great cocktails. Supernova Hotel opened in the autumn of 2019 to provide visitors with a cosy city experience, complete with provisions from Rotterdam businesses, artists and service providers. Even if you’re not staying the night, […]
The Slaak Rotterdam
This boutique Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott resides in a former newspaper pressroom in Kralingen. Its restaurant Didot34 also has a cocktail bar with furnishings inspired by mid-century modern design. Whether your begin or end your night here, it will most certainly be a classy affair. Slaak 34 / Mon-Fri 6:30 AM – midnight, Sat […]
