I can spend weeks researching and trying to find the best restaurants by pouring over TripAdvisor reviews, frequent Instagram check-in spots, asking friends on Facebook…you name it, I have done it. But sometimes there are even things strangers on the Internet can’t tell you. And for that, you want to go straight to the locals.
We have hand picked our the most trusted culinary hotspot you can not miss out! From savory happy hour bites to the most sinful meals that will have you rolling home in search of your sweatpants. Find here anything new and exciting happenings and go-to spots in Rotterdam.
Where the locals eat in Rotterdam?
Address: Restaurant de Jong – Raampoortstraat 38, 3032 AH Rotterdam
Restaurant de Jong uses seasonal products with emphasis on the use of vegetables, flowers and herbs from their own kitchen garden. De Jong offers every day an other menu, with the choice of a vegetables or meat / fish menu. The restaurant is located in one of Rotterdams coolest area De Hofbogen – a former train station Hofplein.
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Guliano – Meent 31 A, 3011 JC Rotterdam
The ultimate must visit when in Rotterdam. They have an extensive Italian lunch menu and the great thing about it is that the sandwiches are not the usual smoked salmon, tuna salad or mozzarella pesto. They have all kinds of creations topped with delicious italian sausages etc. A great place for a tasty lunch. It gets extremely busy during lunch time so make sure your to visit them around 12.00 pm or just right after lunch at 2pm!
Address: Ter Marsch & Co - Witte de Withstraat 70, 3012 BS ROTTERDAM
The best hamburgers in Town and in the Netherlands! For those who appreciate the finer things in life. Great wines, beer and tasty food! Read the full review
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Hopper – Schiedamse Vest 14, 3011 BG ROTTERDAM
Hopper offers coffee with choice of six to ten different types of beans. Besides coffee, there are also soup and sandwiches available, mostly organically. You can also pick up the coffee and sandwiches. The bread is homemade. The venue has a rough, but cozy interior, decorated in wood and concrete.
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Yama – Eendrachtsweg 31, 3012 LC ROTTERDAM
A real Japanese Experience in the heart of Rotterdam. The concept of Yama is a pure and authentic high quality Japanese cuisine of all kind, not only sushi and tempura. The menu changes depending on fresh and seasonal ingredients. Make sure to book your reservations 2 weeks upfront!
