The best restaurants in Rotterdam

If you are a foodie like me, you’ll want to visit Rotterdam! Rotterdam is a city with all the cuisines of the world. From trendy eateries, to fun cafes, the city offers an awful lot of great places to eat for everyone. In this blog, I will tell you about some restaurants in Rotterdam that are definitely worth visiting when you are in town.

1. Bazar

Bazar is a restaurant in the Witte de Withstraat. The restaurant offers food from Middle Eastern and North African cuisine. On the menu you will find delicious dishes such as lamb, falafel and couscous. You get large portions at the restaurant and the prices are average price.

Address: Witte de Withstraat 16
Specialty: mixed grill with lamb and kebab, served with couscous and salad

2. The Harvest

The Harvest is a sustainable restaurant that is all about healthy and fresh meals. These dishes are seasonal and is made with locally produced products where everything is organic. The motto of this restaurant is farm-to-table and the menu features a variety of bowls, stews and fresh salads.

Address: Proveniersstraat 32a
Specialty: seasonal Harvest Bowl with roasted vegetables, grains and homemade sauces

3. Osteria Vicini

If you are in the mood for a tasty pasta or pizza, Osteria Vicini is a wonderful restaurant. The menu features a variety of pastas, pizzas and tasty before and after dishes. This is a super cozy place to sit down with friends and have a nice meal.

Address: Kortekade 63a
Specialty: truffle risotto and the pizza prosciutto e funghi

4. Supermercado

Supermercado is 1 of the center’s most popular hot spots where you can enjoy South American cuisine. Here you can enjoy street food such as, tacos, empanadas and ceviche. Besides having delicious food, you can also enjoy the cocktails here. It’s very busy in the evenings, so it is helpful to make a reservation in advance.

Address: Schiedamse Vest 91
Specialty: tacos with pork

5. Asian Glories

Asian Glories is an authentic Asian restaurant. This is a restaurant which is popular among locals and gives Chinese dishes a modern twist. The menu features a variety of meat and fish dishes that are worth trying.

Address: Leeuwenstraat 15
Speciality: peking duck and dim sum variations

6. The Market Hall

This is a food spot you can’t miss when you go to Rotterdam. The variety of cuisines is huge and there is something for everyone. If you feel like trying something from all cuisines, for example the Asian, Indian, American and Italian, then you should definitely go here. I can highly recommend the Market Hall from my own experience!

Address: Wilhelminakade 58
Specialty: the diverse range of world cuisines, from sushi to street food

Are you curious to learn more about Rotterdam and its flavors? Then check out the SmartWalk of Rotterdam where you can visit the most beautiful places of the city. This walking tour via your phone offers you a fun tour where you will get background information, answer fun questions and you can walk all this at your own pace. And during the tour, you’ll receive the best recommendations for restaurants and other fun attractions!

Have fun during your visit in Rotterdam!