Spikizi Bar

The Spikizi Bar is a popular cocktail bar located on a side street of the Witte de Withstraat. This trendy and cosy bar is the perfect place to catch up with friends and enjoy one of their delicious cocktails. Moreover, at Spikizi you can learn how to prepare your favourite cocktail yourself during a cocktail workshop.

You will learn to make three different cocktails, with an experienced bartender explaining and demonstrating each cocktail, after which it is your turn to get to work. Of course, you get to enjoy your homemade cocktail afterwards.

The bar is equipped with a professional DJ booth for intimate parties and a large projection screen for various visuals.

Address: Zwarte Paardenstraat 91a (Google Maps)
Info: www.spikizibar.com

Calaboose

Calaboose is the first Indonesian cocktail bar in Rotterdam. Here, drinks specialist Dr and the expert in satay and Indonesian delicacies, the Saté Man, have joined forces. This is a place where quality, service and craftsmanship are paramount. The dishes are simple but extremely tasty.

To fully enjoy the snacks, a drink is of course an excellent complement. At this traditional Indonesian bar, experienced cocktail professionals will make sure your glass is delicious and well-filled.

Address: Oudedijk 273 (Google Maps)
Info: www.calaboose.nl

Botanero

At Botanero, as is customary in Mexico, you always get something tasty to eat with your drink. The bar offers a varied menu of cocktails, beers, wines, various botanas (appetisers) and larger dishes. The inspiration for the dishes comes from all over South America, with a strong focus on Mexican cuisine, and they have options for meat-eaters, fish lovers, vegetarians and vegans.

Their cocktail selection is very extensive: besides classics like a negroni or pornstar martini, the experienced bartenders and bartenders are ready to create a cocktail that perfectly suits your personal taste.

Address: Mariniersweg 55 (Google Maps)
Info: www.botanerorotterdam.com

Mavis

This cosy cocktail bar pays tribute to Mavis Staples. The historic building on Westzeedijk evokes an atmosphere reminiscent of the 1930s. Besides enjoying cocktails, you can often hit the dance floor here, as local DJs regularly spin.

Thursday nights are specially set up as Latin Thursdays, and in the basement you’ll find a hidden private karaoke room. Outside, there is a spacious terrace where you can linger in fine weather.

Address: Westzeedijk 68a (Google Maps)
Info: www.mavis-rotterdam.nl

La Soirée

Hidden in the heart of Rotterdam is an authentic speakeasy. La Soirée is an intimate, atmospheric cocktail bar with room for just 30 lucky guests.

If you manage to get a seat, you won’t be told where you are expected until the last minute. This is why they are committed to using only the best ingredients and high-quality spirits in their cocktails. Whether you come for a casual drink or are looking for an unforgettable cocktail experience, you’ll find something for everyone at La Soirée .

Address: Veerhaven 12 (Google Maps)
Info: www.lasoiree-cocktailclub.nl

NY Basement

The jazzy atmosphere hanging in the basement of Hotel New York recalls the Big Apple of the 1920s and 1930s. Start with a cocktail at the 11-metre bar before trying the modern creations, trendy and full of flavour.

The atmosphere is more intimate and exclusive than upstairs, but just as accessible. The bartenders master all the techniques to create a perfect cocktail: from classic cocktails with a quirky twist to NY Basement originals.

Address: Koninginnenhoofd 1 (Google Maps)
Info: www.hotelnewyork.com

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