In addition to the âme atmosphere inside the hotel, with its bespoke interior, our café and concept store, we also want to share our way of life within this beautiful, vibrant and creative city. Below you will find a curated guide with restaurants, cafes, shops, museums, etc. which we can identify ourselves with. Whether it concerns a certain aesthetic, love and dedication to craftsmanship, or the inspiring vibe.
If you like âme, make sure to visit these places. You will love all of them.
Héroine
Héroine is a contemporary restaurant, run by founders Eva Eekman and Michael Schook, hidden in the southern wing of Het Industriegebouw: a historical monument in the heart of Rotterdam. With a weekly-changing seven, six or five course menu and a beautiful interior, Héroine is undoubtedly one of our favorite restaurants.
Address: Kipstraat 12 | 3011 RT Rotterdam
Website: Restaurantheroine.nl
Telephone: +31 10 3100870
Nen Xavier
Nen Xavier is a creative fashion space where every piece tells a story. With a curated mix of new, deadstock and pre-loved designer items, the collection is timeless, ageless and genderless.
Founded by Nen Xavier in 2007, NXA supports emerging brands and takes part in cultural projects, styling and exhibitions — always with a sharp eye for originality and expression.
Address: Pannenkoekstraat 62a | 3011 LJ Rotterdam
Website: Newxarchive.com
Telephone: +31 639193932
Pantoufle
Pantoufle is our favourite interior & design shop in Rotterdam, not only because of the beautiful things you can find there, but also because of the beautiful and unique store itself. At Pantoufle you can find timeless, well made products that will not only make you happy today, but for many years to come. In their shop they collect products that are created with love by the finest makers around the world.
Address: Vijverhofstraat 100 & 102 | 3032 SP Rotterdam
Website: Pantoufle-design.nl
Telephone: +31 10 2037920
Bertmans
Are you a vegan, or do you like to eat less meat and fish? And can you also appreciate a beautiful interior, where you can sit comfortably? Then you should not miss out on restaurant Bertmans. The starting point of Bertmans is always cook surprising, nutritious dishes, made from pure, seasonal ingredients. They like to be inspired by worldly flavors and cooking techniques, in which their passion for healthy cuisine is central.
Address: Karel Doormanstraat 292 | 3012 GP Rotterdam
Website: Bertmans.nl
Objet Trouvé
Objet Trouvé is a fashion boutique founded in 2013 by sisters Josje and Floor Theuns in their hometown Rotterdam. Since March 2025, the store is located at Hoogstraat 54A — a beautiful new space that perfectly fits their refined and personal style.
They stock a carefully curated selection of brands such as Colbo, Rachel Comey, A.P.C. and Can Pep Rey, alongside their own in-house line: ICONS by Objet Trouvé. This personal collection was created in collaboration with like-minded designers and reflects a shared love for timeless design, quality and quiet elegance.
Address: Hoogstraat 54A | 3011 PS Rotterdam
Website: Objettrouve.nl
Telephone: +31 10 7371444
Restaurant Rotonde
Restaurant Rotonde in Rotterdam is a modern and innovative restaurant focused on plant-based dishes and sustainable culinary creations. Known for its seasonal menus featuring local and organic ingredients, it offers a contemporary, minimalist atmosphere. Rotonde combines surprising flavors and textures in unique dishes. The restaurant has received a Bib Gourmand and a Michelin Green Star, highlighting its commitment to both culinary excellence and sustainability
Address: Goudsesingel 230 | 3011 KE Rotterdam
Website: Restaurantrotonde.nl
Telephone: +31649397269
Kunsthal
The Kunsthal Rotterdam is one of the leading cultural institutions in the Netherlands. With over twenty exhibitions a year, the Kunsthal offers a programme that is dynamic and always surprising.
The Kunsthal is continuously transforming, and with its regularly changing exhibitions able to offer crossovers between various art disciplines. From modern masters and contemporary art to forgotten cultures, photography, fashion and design. The Kunsthal’s exhibition programme gives it its national scope and international allure.
Address: Westzeedijk 341 | 3015 AA Rotterdam
Website: Kunsthal.nl
Telephone: +31 10 4400300
Parqiet
Parqiet is a place where you can escape the hectic city, located in a beautiful former coach house, between the trees in the Euromast Park - without a doubt the most beautiful city park in Rotterdam. In this unique café you can enjoy a delicious breakfast or a cozy lunch made of honest and tasty products. And fun events are regularly organized with live music and large, cozy lunches at long picnic tables.
Address: Baden Powelllaan 20 | 3016 GJ Rotterdam
Website: Parqiet.com
Telephone: +31 651001606
Nice
Nice, located at the intersection of Hoogstraat and Goudsewagenstraat in Rotterdam, is a contemporary neighborhood eatery and coffee bar. Owned by Jeremaine Semil and Benjaro Hitipeuw, both prominent figures in the local Rotterdam scene, Nice offers a simple yet inviting atmosphere. The menu features tasty sandwiches, a variety of pastries, and high-quality coffee and tea, making it a lively gathering spot for the community during the day.
Address: Hoogstraat 42 | 3011 PR Rotterdam
Website: Nice.neighbourhood
Telephone: n/a
Dutch Photography Museum
Harvest Coffee Brewers
After two and a half years of working as Barista's in Australia, where high quality is the standard for coffee, Zjevaun (barista champion in 2012) and Loes decided to continue their coffee adventure in the Netherlands. With Harvest, the couple brought the unique Australian coffee experience to Rotterdam. Recently, they has expanded to include an in-house bakery. This addition allows them to offer freshly baked goods, further enhancing their menu with a variety of pastries and bread, all made on-site.
Address: Glashaven 107 | 3011 XG Rotterdam
Website: Harvestcoffeebrewers.nl
Telephone: n/a
Man Met Bril Koffie
Man Met Bril Koffie is a Rotterdam-based specialty coffee roastery known for its dedication to craft, quality and community. With two locations in the city, they’ve become a local favorite among coffee lovers. The original café and roastery is housed in the Hofbogen on Vijverhofstraat, a former railway arch that now breathes new life as a creative hotspot.
In 2025, they opened a second, more ambitious location on the Linker Rottekade in Crooswijk: a one-of-a-kind ‘coffee hotel’ that combines a café, restaurant, roastery, event space and even hotel rooms — all under one roof. At both spots, you’ll find the same passion for sourcing, roasting and serving exceptional coffee in an inspiring, down-to-earth atmosphere.
Address:
Linker Rottekade 12 | 3034 RD Rotterdam
Vijverhofstraat 70 | 3032 SN Rotterdam
Website: Manmetbrilkoffie.com
Telephone: +31 (0)10 307 28 55
Christian Ouwens Galerie
Christian Ouwens, our neighbor and also the owner of Christian Ouwens Galerie, presents a unique program with publications, editions, exhibitions and presentations in the field of contemporary art, Dutch design and poetry. The gallery supports research and experimentation with a program open to collaboration, with the aim of creating new synergies between artists, collectors, curators and the public.
Stop by to say hello and to be inspired by all the beautiful things!
Address: Eendrachtsweg 20 | 3012 LB Rotterdam
Website: Christianouwens.nl
Telephone: +31 (0)654 76 50 42
Louise Petit
With the opening of Louise Petit restaurant, Loesje Tieleman wanted to bring a piece of France to Rotterdam. A typical petit restaurant, like you see in Paris, but then in a beautiful building located in the classic Scheepvaartkwartier of Rotterdam. During lunch or dinner, enjoy the most delicious typical French dishes such as escargot, foie gras, sole à la meunière, côte du boeuf and crème brulée.
Address: Veerhaven 12b | 3016 CJ Rotterdam
Website: Louisepetitrestaurant.com
Telephone: +31 10 2800980
ANSH46
A stone's throw from âme, on the beautiful van Oldenbarneveltstraat, you will find the unique clothing store ANSH46. With the opening in 2010, owner Wouter Leenders wanted to stay as close to the fashion image of Paris, New York and Hong Kong as possible. Fan of high-end brands such as Rick Owens, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Acne, Dries van Noten, Alexander Wang, Carven and Helmut Lang? ANSH46 is the place to be.
Address: Van Oldenbarneveltstraat 99 | 3012 GS Rotterdam
Website: Ansh46.com
Telephone: 010 233 9182
La Baguetteria
La Baguetteria is an Italian-French bakery tucked away on the Linker Rottekade in Crooswijk, right next to Man Met Bril Koffie. An ideal combination for anyone who loves pastries and even better bread. After two decades working in the evening hospitality scene, Giuseppe decided to follow his long-held dream of opening a bakery.
Giuseppe trained in Paris, mastered the art of traditional breadmaking, and in December 2024, he and his wife opened La Baguetteria. The focus is on craftsmanship, simplicity and flavour — with freshly baked baguettes, focaccia and viennoiserie made from pure ingredients and lots of care. A quiet, soulful place that brings a touch of Paris and Italy to Rotterdam.
Address: Linker Rottekade 1 | 3034 SV Rotterdam
Telephone: n/a
Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen
The grand opening of the building will take place on November 6th 2021 – offering visitors a chance, for the first time ever, to see all 151,000 artworks in the collection of the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen under one roof. The Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen has moved its entire collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, design objects, and other artistic items from across five centuries into its new home – a rehousing on an unprecedented scale for the Museum.
Address: Museumpark 24 | 3015 CX Rotterdam
Website: Boijmans.nl/depot
Telephone: +31 10 441 9400
Retreat
Retreat is lively, innovative and accessible, with its typical windows and eye-catching lighting, a unique and delightful place to unwind in the heart of the city. The contemporary design complements the classic details and therefore offers a wonderful environment to experience the unparalleled services in the city spa.
Address: Van Oldenbarneveltstraat 123A | 3012 GT Rotterdam
Website: Retreat.nl
Telephone: +31 10 303 3779
Bar Berta
If you are a tapas lover, then Bar Berta is an absolute must. Chef Remco van de Lagemaat opened this Spanish-oriented tapas bar, located in the Scheepvaartkwartier, together with his Magdalena Szajko, and named it after their sweet little dog. At the bar, or on the cozy terrace, you can enjoy the tastiest Spanish dishes and wines.
Address: Calandstraat 6B | 3016 CB Rotterdam
Website: Barberta.nl
Telephone: +31648443933
Putaine is here to tease, please and surprise with a modern & seasonal international restaurant and bar. In the ever evolving Rijnhaven, the fine dining restaurant proudly floats on the largest sustainable office in the world. They serve small seasonal dishes with surprising flavors and high-quality products. With this menu you can go any way you want, from lunch to dinner, for snacks at the bar, a small appetite or the whole menu, why not.
Address: Antoine Platekade 996 | 3072 ME Rotterdam
Website: Restaurantputaine.nl
Telephone: 06 28510545
Founded by Surinam born, Rotterdam raised Woei Tjin opened his store in 2007. The like-named store quickly made a name for itself as one of the go-to boutiques in the Netherlands for providing exclusive sneakers and apparel. In 2021, WOEI moved to a bigger and better location, just across the street.
Address: Hoogstraat 44a | 3011 PS Rotterdam
Website: Woei-webshop.nl
Telephone: +31 10 4048531
Giraffe Coffee Bar & Academy
Giraffe Coffee Bar & Academy is a warm and welcoming space in the heart of Rotterdam, run by people who truly love coffee. Known for their high-quality beans and precise brewing methods, Giraffe has built a loyal following — not just for the taste, but for the knowledge and passion behind every cup. Their café offers a calm, minimalist setting to enjoy exceptional espresso, hand-brewed filter coffee or one of their signature drinks. Giraffe more than a coffee stop — it’s a place where the craft is taken seriously, without ever losing its warmth.
Address: Hoogstraat 46A | 3011 PS Rotterdam
Website: Giraffe Coffee Bar