Nice
A sleek addition to Rotterdam’s new wave coffee scene. Founded by Jermaine Semil and Benjaro Hitipeuw, the minimalist space seamlessly mixes metal and wood, drawing inspiration from Scandinavian and Japanese design. But what really stands out are the big windows – great for people-watching. Expect excellent coffee from Bonanza and A Matter of Coffee, alongside a thoughtfully curated menu: granola bowls in the morning and a great chicken or mushroom melt sandwich for lunch, as well as a selection of baked goods including almond croissants, lemon poppy seed cake, and chocolate ganache waiting on the counter.
where to next?
Founded by Zjevaun and Loes (the duo behind Harvest Coffee Brewers), Ripsnorter is located a short walk from the Markthal. The space doubles as a roastery that focuses on rare beans, precise brewing and direct relationships with farmers. Standards here are high: expect everything from beautifully executed espresso to high-end, competition-level cups, poured by Zjevaun himself – crowned Dutch Barista
