The best terraces in Rotterdam? There are quite a few, but there’s still plenty to cherry-pick. So, time for the ultimate overview of the nicest terraces in Rotterdam in a YourLBB guide. Feeling peckish during the day? Then, make sure to check out Rotterdam’s best lunch spots.
9 X the best terraces in Rotterdam
La Baguetteria
The name says it all: they spend the whole day baking bread and pastries. Even better: you can enjoy them on the spacious terrace.
Linker Rottekade 1, Rotterdam – labaguetteria.nl

© La Baguetteria, @labaguetteriarotterdam
Garden of BIRD
At Garden of BIRD, flavours from all corners of the world come together. It’s also a fantastic spot for live music. Bonus: their cocktails taste amazing.
Raampoortstraat 24-28, Rotterdam – bird-rotterdam.nl

© Garden of BIRD, @birdrotterdam
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Bar Pepito
Bar Pepito is always buzzing. That’s down to a few things: their tapas is impressive, the atmosphere is always cosy, and they have a terrace that’s perfect for your next Friday drinks.
Meent 39A, Rotterdam – barpepito.nl

© Bar Pepito, @barpepitorotterdam
Rif010 Surfbar & Kitchen
A relaxed hangout with a large terrace and surf pool. It is fun to look at, but it is even better to join in yourself.
Steiger 2, Rotterdam – rif010.nl

© Rif 010, @rif010_rotterdam
Bar Bù
Delicious dining in a courtyard garden in Rotterdam’s chic Scheepvaartkwartier? Head to Bar Bù. Even better: every Sunday is Dim Sum Sunday.
Van Vollenhovenstraat 19, Rotterdam – bar-bu.nl

© Bar Bù, @barburotterdam
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Parqiet Parkcafé
This is a lovely spot in Het Park where you’ll want to spend the whole afternoon. The green surroundings are just as nice as the laid-back vibe and the tasty bites.
Baden Powellaan 20, Rotterdam – Instagram

© Parqiet, @parqiet_parkcafe
River Bar
This great spot by the river (hence the name!) is very accessible and low-key, but they have a solid wine list and delicious shared dining options.
Westerkade 8, Rotterdam – riverbar.nl

© River Bar, @riverbarrotterdam
Bar Schiemond
A hip hangout with delicious shared dining dishes and a trendy crowd: that’s Bar Schiemond.
Schiemond 40B, Rotterdam – Instagram

© Bar Schiemond, @barschiemond
De Tuin van de Vier Windstreken
Surround yourself with greenery on the terrace of De Tuin van de Vier Windstreken, at the edge of Kralingse Bos. With a good glass of wine in hand, you’ll feel like you’re in the countryside.
Plaszoom 354, Rotterdam – restaurantdetuin.nl

© De Tuin, @restaurantdetuin