By Ami Restaurant | Rotterdam Kop van Zuid — Restaurant in Rotterdam

The food and cocktails were good, a bit random mix of types of dishes, but they were tasty. The place was also nicely decorated, all very instagrammable.

Service was a disappointment though. I had made reservations two weeks prior, but my request for a table at the back of the restaurant as well as my remark that we were celebrating a birthday were ignored. Instead, we were seated at the worst table at the restaurant: next to the entrance, which directly opened to the outside, making it uncomfortably cold. When I asked about my reservations requests again upon arrival, the waiter said they could not accommodate such requests. Moreover, We also had to wait long and actively search and approach the staff when we wanted to order more foods or drinks.

Finally, minus one additional star for refusing to serve a glass of tap water with wines and cocktails. The waiter emphasized that they could not provide any tap water, that we had to buy bottled water. I didn't know that there are still restaurants who refuse this. In my opinion, you really cannot serve 14-euro cocktails and refuse to add a glass of tap water - for so many reasons.

[edit: I got a reply from the restaurant that they will change their tap water policy. They also asked me to remove my Google review, because they had now apologized and changed their policy, but of course this does not undo my negative experience. Imo, actively trying to remove critical reviews is a bit concerning, any improvements in service should be reflected in...

If you're looking for a fantastic dining experience by the water, By Ami is your spot! My recent visit was nothing short of memorable. Here's the delicious rundown:

Whiskey Sour: Kicked off my evening with this classic, and wow, it was spot on!

Borell Platter: Perfect starter. Imagine fried shrimp, calamari, and chicken, all with three mouth-watering sauces. A trio of tastiness!

Burrata: Tomato lovers, this one's for you! Beautifully presented and delicious. The creamy cheese paired with the crunch of pistachios and juicy tomatoes—perfection.

Sliders (x2): These little guys are a dream. Sesame seed buns, cheesy goodness, and the perfect size. Not too big, not too small—just right.

Parmesan Truffle Fries: Heaven in a bite! Perfectly cooked fries with a delicious drizzle and a sprinkle of cheese. You’ll want to savor every fry.

Grand Dessert: Brace yourself! One of every dessert they offer, and it's HUGE. Perfect for sharing, or not. Your choice!

Now, a little heads up: the initial service was a bit slow. It took a while to get noticed after being seated, and water and drink service was sluggish. But once the food started coming, it was like a delicious parade—quick and absolutely top-tier.

The ambiance is fantastic, fun, and right by the water, making it a great choice for a date night or a fun group outing. Trust me, you’ll leave with a happy belly and a smile.

Highly recommend By Ami for a shared meal with friends or that special...

MY NEW FAVORITE RESTAURANT!! 🤩🤩🤩 I have definitely found my new favorite place. I am out of words of the culinary and visual pleasure tgat I enjoyed here. From beginning to end!!

PLACE/AMBIANCE: A you can see kn the beautiful colors and flowers, the place instantly brings you to the amazon jjngles of Brazil, Costa Rica and Puerto Rico. 🌿🌿🌿 Even when you ho to the bathroom you can hear the birds sing. Everything has a very cute and interesting attention to detail. From the straw, to the napkin, to the colors and presentation of the dishes with matches with the concept of the place.

FOOD & DRINKS: WE ordered the Hummus sandwich for kunch and the Chicken injection!! OMG how cool was that Guacamole filled injection moment hahah! EVERYTHING was absolutely delicious. THE BEST part was dessert! We had the Rollo Cheescake!! I stronglyyy recommend this!! Fresh hresh made.

SERVICE: I had an awesome service. The waiter never took too long to come to our table. Just a happy medium. Was very patient as well whebever we needed.

I am overall very happy with my visit. Will be coming back for...