Verward

Top choice in Rotterdam


Beer is a more common tipple than wine in Rotterdam, so many bars here have less-than-stellar selections of wine by the glass or bottle. That's not the case at this friendly wine bar, where sommelier Ward de Zeeuw pours an interesting selection of Old World wines. Sit at the large wooden bar or outside to enjoy a glass or two.

Cheese and charcuterie platters served (€12).


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