The Best Local Bars in Rotterdam

Looking to explore Rotterdam’s lively bar scene? Our Spotters have discovered the best local bars to enjoy great conversations and even better drinks. Enjoy delicious drinks and stunning port views at hidden gem Bar Schiemond. For a mix of drinks and sports, check out Panenka. Discover these and many more local gems for a memorable night out in Rotterdam!

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Our local in Rotterdam

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Our local in Rotterdam

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Gözde

Our local in Rotterdam

Nour

Our local in Rotterdam

Irina

Our local in Rotterdam

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Our local in Rotterdam

Davy

Our local in Rotterdam

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Silvia

Our local in Rotterdam

Floor

Our local in Rotterdam

You?

Gözde

Our local in Rotterdam

Nour

Our local in Rotterdam

Irina

Our local in Rotterdam

Cinthya

Our local in Rotterdam

Davy

Our local in Rotterdam

27 Hidden Gems

Poffertjes Salon Seth

True Dutchie treats

In a life where everything changes, Seth has managed to stay the same: the best quality poffertjes and many other Dutchie favorites.

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Coffee & tea

Restaurants

Snacks

Silvia

Graham

Apr 11, 2025

De Burgemeester

Special beers

De Burgemeester in Rotterdam distinguishes itself by the impressive collection of special beers that will get your head spinning...

Bars

Snacks

Irina

Bulat

Apr 8, 2025

Proeflokaal Reijngoud

Wide variety of beers

"Proeflokaal Reijngoud" in Rotterdam's Witte de Withstraat is my favorite pub to show my love for beer, with 16 types of draught and a great terrace.

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Snacks

Davy

Baas

Apr 8, 2025

Restaurant Ayla

Mediterranean tapas

"Restaurant Ayla" in Rotterdam is the perfect meeting location to catch up with friends over drinks and exquisite tapas. Even the music is great!

Bars

Restaurants

Irina

Bulat

Apr 6, 2025

Mooie Boules

Play all night with friends

At "Mooie Boules" in Rotterdam you can play boules, air hockey, board games and also have a snack! Fun together with friends: guaranteed!

Bars

Relaxing

Irina

Bulat

Apr 6, 2025

Brewpub Reijngoud

Brewery and lively terrace

"Brewpub Reijngoud" in Rotterdam is a pub that is passionate about beer. Great if you want a good conversation in the sun & having a good laugh w/ locals!

Bars

Restaurants

Irina

Bulat

Apr 6, 2025

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The Best Local Bars in Rotterdam

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Bars

Silvia

Floor

You?

Gözde

Nour

Irina

Cinthya

Davy

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Silvia

Floor

You?

Gözde

Nour

Irina

Cinthya

Davy

Poffertjes Salon Seth

True Dutchie treats

Silvia

Graham

De Burgemeester

Special beers

Irina

Bulat

Proeflokaal Reijngoud

Wide variety of beers

Davy

Baas

Restaurant Ayla

Mediterranean tapas

Irina

Bulat

Mooie Boules

Play all night with friends

Irina

Bulat

Brewpub Reijngoud

Brewery and lively terrace

Irina

Bulat

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