Cafes in Rotterdam: Best Coffee Bars and Specialty Coffee Spots
Some people start the day with a cup of herbal tea, but for many, the morning truly begins when they smell the aroma of freshly ground coffee beans. Rotterdam is the ideal city for coffee lovers, offering a wide variety of coffee spots spread across the city – from North, East, South, and West to the city center.
1. Kuub Coffee
In the heart of Blaak, right between the iconic Cube Houses, you’ll find Kuub Coffee. This cosy café is a calm spot in the middle of the city, where every cup is made with care. Try a smooth espresso, a fresh matcha or explore rotating filter coffees from local Rotterdam roasters. Want to learn the craft yourself? Join a small workshop for up to two people and discover how to make espresso, create silky milk and pour latte art.
2. Man Met Bril Koffie
And the coffee experience in Rotterdam is about to get even more special in 2025: Man Met Bril Koffie will open the world’s first coffee hotel in Crooswijk. This unique hotel will not only welcome coffee enthusiasts, but will also feature a roastery, coffee bar, restaurant, and even hotel rooms. It will become a meeting place for coffee specialists and travelers, with coffee at its core and knowledge-sharing at its heart.
3. Kopi Soesoe
Kopi Soesoe, on Deliplein in Katendrecht, is an atmospheric espresso bar with a colorful terrace and homey ambiance. Known for Indonesian coffee with condensed milk and spices, it offers more than drinks. With a mini-stage, it hosts live music and upstart artists. Enjoy coffee, lunches and vegetarian options at this unique meeting place!
4. Amada
Amada is a coffee bar on the Hoogstraat where you can go for a 'Selfieccino', world famous in Rotterdam. The Selfieccino is a cappuccino on which you can have your own selfie printed. Your photo is printed on the foam of the cappuccino with edible ink. In addition to coffee, you can go there for breakgast, brunch and lunch. The menu is 100% halal.
Micheile Henderson5. Roast
At the dynamic Middellandplein you can discover Roast Rotterdam. This relaxed and accessible café serves various coffee specialties, food and drinks. Ordering is done at the bar and it's all about good coffee, friendly service and fresh products.
6. Harvest
At Harvest, the simple goal is to serve delicious coffee and food. You can sit in the back by the water in the sun. The true coffee lover can also find all the coffee gear they need here: from filters to beans and from grinders to cups.
Breakfast and lunch in Rotterdam
Whether you prefer a quiet morning or a late brunch, here you will find delicious flavors with the unique atmosphere of Rotterdam.
