Bar Simon

Bar Simon Rotterdam brings a little bit of France to the Middellandplein, complete with a gorgeous art deco façade, rich walnut tones, a marble bar and deep blue velvet sofas that practically beg you to settle in and take your time.

The menu is a French-Dutch love affair, with oysters, escargots, artichoke in vinaigrette, steak tartare and steak frites. Their motto? Simple, bon et local — and they mean it. Pair your picks with a crisp glass of wine, something from their beer list or a classic cocktail to help you ease into the night. They’re open late on weekends, too — just saying. On the first Sunday of the month, they pull out all the stops! Bottomless Brunch takes over, featuring soft brioche rolls and endless mimosas, Bloody Marys and crémant. It’s the kind of Sunday that doesn’t need plans after.

And when the sun hits just right? That terrace (yes, it gets the evening light) becomes the place to be. Whether you’re inside or out, Bar Simon Rotterdam is always un très bon choix.