There are a lot of different great restaurants in the centre of Rotterdam. Delicious Italian, Japanese, Indian or vegan food, you will find it all in Rotterdam!
Below are 21 amazing restaurants in Rotterdam Centre. From the Witte de Withstraat to the Meent, all these restaurants are located at top locations in our city. Enjoy!
1. Hamburg
At Hamburg, located on the super convenient Witte de Withstraat, they serve proper burgers made from fresh ingredients and “honest” meat. This means no hormones and antibiotics. In addition, you can also choose to swap your burger with the vegan ‘Beyond Meat’ burger.
With your drink and delicious fries, you have a full belly for around 15 euros!
If you like burgers, make sure to read our article with a list of the best burgers in Rotterdam!
Address
Witte de Withstraat 94B, 3012 BT Rotterdam
2. Vegan Junkfood Bar
On the Schiedamse Vest, close to the Witte de Withstraat, you can find the Vegan Junkfood Bar. Are you craving a good burger, shoarma or hot dog? But is eating meat just not an option for you? At the Vegan Junkfood Bar they know how to imitate the dishes so well that even the meat eaters won’t notice the difference.
Certainly the perfect place if you want to convince your friends or partner of how delicious vegan food can be.
Address
Schiedamse Vest 144, 3011 BG Rotterdam
3. Gusto
At Gusto they try to work with as many organic products as possible, and prepare their pizzas with fresh ingredients. The menu changes regularly at Gusto, because their dishes depend on the current season. On the menu you will also find various vegetarian options, and they have gluten-free bread and pasta.
But we definitely would go for their tasty pizzas. For example, order the pizza of the month, the delicious Quattro Formaggi or the Gamberetti e Granchio.
Address
Schiedamse Vest 40, 3011 BA Rotterdam
4. Supermercado
Visit Supermercado for delicious and affordable food! They have great tacos, nachos, salads and more delicious comfort food.
A must is the vegan Ensalada Supermercado with quinoa, pomegranate, raisin, chickpeas and mango chili dressing. Are you already hungry?
Address
Schiedamse Vest 91A, 3012 BG Rotterdam
5. Van de Leur
Around the corner from Witte de Withstraat you will find Van de Leur. If you’re looking for a welcoming atmosphere and a culinary experience in a prime location, this is definitely a good place to go.
This family restaurant (of family Van de Leur) offers fish, meat and vegetarian dishes. They use the Big Green Egg, a ceramic Kamado barbecue to better preserve the nutrients and flavours. The sustainable, innovative restaurant offers a surprise menu consisting of smaller dishes.
We ourselves tried a delicious five-course dinner at Van de Leur with the Weekends team and can certainly recommend it!
The elegant interior with sophisticated accessories creates a pleasant and intimate evening atmosphere. Plus the staff is extremely kind and fun!
Address
Eendrachtsweg 27B-SO, 3012 LB Rotterdam
6. What’s Up India
Next to Van de Leur you can find What’s Up India. They have an extensive menu full of fresh dishes. For example, choose a vegetarian samosa or paneer pakora as a starter. For main course you can choose from all kinds of Indian curries, kebabs and biryani’s. Cool off with a tasty cocktail or Lassi!
The restaurant is kitsch decorated with an eye for detail. What’s Up India in Rotterdam is definitely worth a visit!
Address
Eendrachtsweg 27b-be, 3012 LB Rotterdam
7. Mangiare
Mangiare does not work with a fixed menu; the waiter tells you what you can order at your table. They use seasonal ingredients, so you can always expect something different during each visit!
Mangiare is a true household name in Rotterdam and is definitely worth a visit!
Address
Pannekoekstraat 93A, 3011 LD Rotterdam
Van Oldenbarneveltstraat 150, 3012 GX Rotterdam
8. Alfredo Taqueria
Most locals in Rotterdam are familiar with the Instagrammable Alfredo’s Taqueria. Here you can get Mexican street- and comfort food, but it’s also the place to be if you’re in search for some tasty cocktails.
In their Bar Azul you can sit back and order the San Luis Xress or the Alfredo’s Margarita. They also offer delicious homemade lemonades, which are perfect on hot summer days.
And did you know they have an outside area at Alfredo’s? This urban garden in the heart of Rotterdam is inspired by the Mexican beach of Tulum.
Discover more restaurants with a garden in Rotterdam.
Address
9. Old Scuola
Old Scuola sits on a lovely spot in the Industrial Building in the centre of Rotterdam. As a real pizza lover, you’re at the right place here, because it’s their specialty! At Old Scuola they prepare the Fior di latte mozzarella, buffalo mozzarella and burrata according to their own recipe. The fresh ingredients come from Dutch water buffalo and cows.
Next to pizza’s, they also serve dishes to share, such as a sea food platter, vegetable platter or delicious bruschettas. Their nature wine is also worth a mention. You can even take your favourite bottle home!
Address
Achterklooster 1, 3011 RA Rotterdam
10. Napoli
This great Italian restaurant is located at the Meent in Rotterdam. Napoli is always busy, so it is certainly advisable to make a reservation.
On their menu you will find other Italian dishes next to their pizzas, such as pasta, vegetarian, meat and fish dishes. Napoli also has a wine list with many wines from Italian wineries.
Address
Meent 81a, 3011 JG Rotterdam
11. Very Italian Pizza
Very Italian Pizza can be found next to the Markthal in Rotterdam. You can visit this restaurant all day for delicious pizzas, pastas, salads and more. Dietary needs or allergies are taken into account at V.I.P and they have vegan and gluten-free options on their menu.
Address
Blaak 31, 3011 GA Rotterdam
12. Panzerò Italian StrEat Food
Are you crazy about Italian cuisine, but do you want something other than pasta or pizza? Then Panzerò on the Botersloot is the right place for you.
You don’t come here for the typical pizza or pasta evening, but for the Apulian cuisine. At Panzerò you eat traditional dishes from Puglia, Italy.
You can especially come here for delicious Panzerotto: a fried calzone with a filling made from fresh Italian ingredients. These ingredients are imported directly from Puglia by Panzerò, with the best olive oil, tomatoes, mozzarella and Mediterranean herbs… Yummy!
Address
Botersloot 50A, 3011 HH Rotterdam
13. Sugo
Foto door Hanke Arkenbout.
At Sugo they serve pizza al taglio, which is a pizza variant that is baked on large rectangular plates and cut into long pieces. Pizza al taglio means ‘pizza that has been cut’. This makes Sugo a perfect spot to go to with friends and try out different kinds of pizzas!
It’s not an easy product to make, because the bottom of the pizza has to be perfect. That is why the pizza bakers at Sugo give a lot of attention and have a big passion for their profession.
Address
Aert van Nesstraat 20, 3012 CA Rotterdam
Westblaak 87, 3012 KG Rotterdam
14. Restaurant Kite
Kite is a very unique Afghan restaurant where you can either go for shared dining (always a good idea) or order a surprise menu. They serve traditional Afghan dishes with their own modern twist. Vegetarian options are available. Next to the amazing food, Kite also offers tasty, refreshing cocktails that are super pretty (see photo above!).
If you’re walking past this restaurant on the Westblaak, you’re eyes will immediately be attracted to the gorgeous interior. Pink suede chairs, marble tables, the black and white tiled floor… It all just fits perfectly together and make for a good Instagram shot.
Address
Westblaak 160, 3012 KM Rotterdam
15. Hinoki
You can find this cute little ramen restaurant near the Markthal. There’s often a (short) waiting line for Hinoki, which is why there’s a little bench for the people to sit on. But it’s worth the wait!
The interior of Hinoki is simple, just like Tensai Ramen. On the menu you can find over ten different ramen bowls. Usually they also have additional dishes on their chalk board, such as the ramen bowl you see pictured above: 100% Vegetarian Spicy Veggie Tan Tan with vegetarian minced meat. On their menu you can also find vegetarian miso ramen.
Address
Keizerstraat 52, 3011 GH Rotterdam
16. Little V
Do you love Vietnamese food? Then we recommend Little V. This hugely popular establishment in the heart of the city centre is not only very tasty, it is also fantastically decorated. The plants, lights and wooden gazebos make the restaurant very atmospheric and give the feeling of being in Vietnam.
On the menu you can choose from all kinds of typical Vietnamese dishes. Think of one pot dishes such as Bún, but also fish, meat and vegetable dishes to share, such as king prawns & scallops in coconut curry and grilled chicken chop with lemongrass (our two favourites).
Finally, we recommend to taste one of their incredibly tasty (virgin) cocktails or ice teas!
Address
Grotekerkplein 109, 3011 GC Rotterdam
17. Rozey
Rozey is certainly our favourite vegan/vegetarian hotspot in Rotterdam. This is the very first restaurant in the Netherlands where you can eat unlimited vegan and vegetarian dishes all night for a fixed price.
The extensive menu includes more than 50 dishes, all made with delicious sauces, fresh vegetables and meat substitutes.
The owners of Rozey have opted for the best responsible products that do not contribute to damage to the environment and animal welfare.
Be sure to also check out these vegan restaurants in Rotterdam.
Address
Wijnhaven 85, 3011 WK Rotterdam
18. La Pizza
At La Pizza they make delicious pizzas from a traditional wood-fired stone oven. Order the classic Margherita, Calzone, Pizza marinara, Pizza con tonno or one of the many other options. Furthermore, on the menu you can find tasty snacks, antipasta, and the tastiest Italian desserts.
Address
Scheepstimmermanslaan 21, 3061 BE Rotterdam
19. Zeezout
Zeezout in Rotterdam specialises in fish and shellfish and is considered to be the best seafood restaurant of our city. What makes Zeezout extra special is that the Chef and owner Patrick ‘t Hart uses products from Rotterdam in almost every dish.
Everything they serve at Zeezout is a real piece of art. The location in the Veerhaven and the fantastic food makes this restaurant the perfect place for a special occassion.
Address
Westerkade 11, 3016 CL Rotterdam
20. Atithi-Indian restaurant
Atithi-Indian restaurant is located in the centre of Rotterdam, close to the Erasmus Bridge.
The Atithi menu features dishes from every corner of India. Their Indian dishes are prepared in the traditional way. For instance, they make the naan and tandoori dishes in a real charcoal tandoor, which gives the dishes the original smoky flavour.
Address
Vasteland 5a, 3011 BJ Rotterdam
21. Tensai Ramen
One of the best spots to get an authentic bowl of Japanese ramen is Tensai Ramen. This restaurant is located on the Schiedamsedijk, right in the centre of the city. What makes Tensai Ramen stand out from the other ramen bars in Rotterdam is that the noodles are homemade, right in the middle of the restaurant.
On the menu you can find over ten different Japanese ramen, with difference in broth, toppings and noodles. There’s also a vegetarian option, something you won’t easily find in Japan!
Tensai Ramen is a place where you really go for the food. The interior of the restaurant is very simple, with little ambiance or decoration. This makes it very clear what the goal of Tensai Ramen is: to serve a good bowl of ramen. After you’ve enjoyed it, it’s time to move on! Or time to order more food…
Address
Schiedamsedijk 1, 3011 EB Rotterdam
22. Langoest
Fruit de mer, lobster, oysters, octopus, Langoest has about anything from the sea. Each and every day they will serve super fresh fish. So a great place if you’re looking for a good seafood restaurant in Rotterdam.
Their perfect location at the Boompjes with a view on the Maas and their amazing interior, makes Langoest the perfect location for any occasion.
Address
Boompjes 667, 3011 XZ Rotterdam
23. The Millèn
Foto door Emma Groenenboom
With high windows that offer a beautiful view of central station, chef Wim Severein cooks here with seasonal products and honest ingredients.
Next to this, sommelier Wendy Elsink provides the perfect wine for every dish.
Address
Weena 686, 3012 CN
Hope you found a great restaurants in the centre of Rotterdam that suits your needs! Ideal for a dinner in the middle of the city. Did we forgot a great restaurant? Let us know in the comments below!
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