Café De Ooievaar — Restaurant in Rotterdam

After a stroll through historic Delfshaven, we popped in for a late lunch and were warmly welcomed. While most guests soaked up the balmy weather outside, we opted for the quieter, more vintage dining room—its canal views adding to the charm of our Dutch pub meal.

The atmosphere was inviting, the service genuinely friendly. We shared a soup, salad, sandwich, and dessert - perfectly paired with a refreshing Delfshaven beer. The pub’s traditional detailing added to the experience, making for a meal as enjoyable as the setting. A delightful afternoon in this picturesque part...

Extremely rude service. Uncomfortable atmosphere. Food ok but overpriced.

EDIT to reply to owners reply: Don’t worry yourself, I definitely have the right café. It doesn’t matter if you don’t think it’s overpriced, doesn’t change the fact that… it is for what it is..

Always beware of answers from owners saying “I think you have the wrong place”. This is a tactic to try and make it seem that this is not a genuine review for the establishment a review is left for.

I suggest a change of...

We have been waiting to go back to Cafe De Ooievaar for a year now and we weren't disappointed. My wife has the salmon which was cooked just right. I had the shnitzel. Simple food but well done. The landlord and lady are very friendly and make everyone feel welcome. It has a locals atmosphere but...