Bar Bocht

Bar Bocht is a coffee bar, wine bar, and food bar located at Goudsesingel 230 and 230B in Rotterdam. Public mentions place the establishment in Rotterdam Centrum. In the consulted data, Kralingen-Crooswijk was not confirmed as the neighborhood. The bar is situated next to Restaurant Rotonde and is managed by the same team.

The names behind Bar Bocht are Birk Heijkants, Jord Coree, and Roy Lammers, who are also associated with Restaurant Rotonde. The team’s backgrounds vary: Jord Coree has worked in kitchens at Heron Petit Restaurant, INUA in Tokyo, Yard in Paris, and MAD Academy. Birk Heijkants has experience in hospitality, food journalism, and wine. Roy Lammers has a background as a bartender, specialty coffee professional, and was the builder of the bar, kitchen, and wine cellar at Rotonde.

The opening was announced in early 2025. In February 2025, it was reported that Bar Bocht was expected to open in late March or early April. By May 6, 2025, public records indicated the bar was open. Another source later described the opening as May 2025. An exact public opening date has not been established in the available material.

The concept blends multiple functions into a single space. Bar Bocht is described as a coffee bar, breakfast bar, lunch bar, wine bar, beer bar, cocktail bar, listening bar, and food bar. As such, the venue focuses not only on coffee during the day, but also on food, drinks, and social gatherings later in the evening.

By day, Bar Bocht serves specialty coffee. Prior to opening, it was indicated that the bar intended to collaborate with Rotterdam-based coffee roasters for both filter coffee and espresso. Subsequent public mentions list espresso, filter coffee, and cold brew or drip as the available categories. Plant-based milk options are also mentioned.

Regarding filter coffees, Shokunin Coffee and Giraffe Coffee Roasters have been publicly named. Other mentions describe the coffee more generally as being sourced from Rotterdam roasters. Details regarding specific coffee origins, processing methods, or certifications are not mentioned in the provided material. Similarly, recurring cuppings, workshops, or brewing classes are not publicly documented.

The coffee is paired with pastries, some of which are homemade and some sourced from Aap Noot Brood. Additionally, the available menu includes overnight buckwheat with seasonal fruit, yogurt with homemade granola, and “hazelbutter & jelly” on sourdough. In the evening, a vegetable meal served with bread and salad is mentioned.

Bar Bocht offers a broader range than just coffee. The menu also features cocktails and natural wines. Lunch dishes rotate with the seasons and are inspired by local producers and foraging. The establishment states that kitchen ingredients are sourced from farmers around Rotterdam.

The focus on small producers extends to the drinks as well. The available material describes producers who work without chemical agents in the field and during production. While this phrasing guides their procurement, no measurable figures are provided. Names of farms, waste data, or CO2 footprint statistics are not publicly documented.

A recurring element in the kitchen is the collaboration with forager Saskia. According to public mentions, she provides weekly harvests for the kitchen, as well as homemade sodas and cocktails. This aligns the kitchen with a seasonal approach, although the material does not mention exact quantities or fixed suppliers.

Bar Bocht is described not only as a hospitality venue but also as a hub for activities. Announcements include pub quizzes, game nights, live music, speed dating, and discussions on sustainability and culture. These elements fit the concept of a multi-functional bar that evolves throughout the day and evening.

The bar’s social media channels also mentioned a “Koken met Status” kitchen takeover with chef Suaad for Tuesday, May 5, 2026. The provided material contains no recurring coffee events, such as regular cuppings or brew classes. Consequently, the known programming is broader than just coffee.

Bar Bocht is listed in overviews of Rotterdam specialty coffee shops. The venue is cited as a location for espresso, filter coffee, and cold brew or drip. The bar is also described as a daytime establishment with a focus on specialty coffee and beans from Rotterdam roasters.

Beyond coffee mentions, Bar Bocht has received attention from hospitality media and local agendas. The venue was described as opening next to Restaurant Rotonde and as a project by the team behind that restaurant. Bar Bocht was also among the five nominees in the “Best New Restobar” category of the Entree Awards 2025. The provided material does not list any published award wins for Bar Bocht itself.

For coffee lovers, the combination of specialty coffee, Rotterdam roasters, seasonal food, and broader bar functions is particularly relevant. The available data shows a young establishment with a clear link to Restaurant Rotonde. At the same time, certain details, such as exact coffee specifications and fixed origin information, remain publicly unmentioned.