Chinese restaurant Rotterdam
Are you looking for a delicious Chinese restaurant in Rotterdam? In the Markthal, you’ll find a wide range of culinary options, including some of the best Chinese eateries in the city. From fresh dumplings to steaming noodle soups and fluffy steamed bao buns — this is where you can taste the authentic flavors of China, all under one roof.
We’ve selected the four best Chinese restaurants in the Markthal, where you can enjoy flavorful and traditional dishes.
Our Chinese restaurants
1. Bapao & Bobo
For lovers of quick and tasty Chinese snacks, Bapao & Bobo is a fantastic choice. Here you’ll find homemade bao buns: soft, steamed buns filled with juicy meat, vegetables, or sweet fillings. Bobo Chuanchuan is part of the Hot Pot family. Skewers with fresh ingredients such as meat and vegetables are cooked together in one hot pot — it’s the most popular dining style in China.
Missing the flavors of China or haven’t had the chance to visit the country? Come to Bapao & Bobo and take a culinary journey through China. Discover authentic dishes that are sure to surprise you.
2. Dumplings by Uncle Wang
If you’re a true dumpling lover, Dumplings by Uncle Wang is the place to be. This cozy restaurant is known for its homemade dumplings, prepared in different ways: steamed, boiled, or pan‑fried until crispy.
The dumplings are filled with delicious combinations such as pork with Chinese cabbage, shrimp with chives, or a vegetarian mushroom mix. Everything is freshly made according to traditional Chinese recipes. Pair your dumplings with a spicy dipping sauce and you’ve got the perfect meal
3. Hotbowl
Craving a heartwarming Chinese meal? Hotbowl specializes in hotpot and noodle soups, allowing you to build your own dish. The restaurant is known for its flavorful broths and fresh ingredients, such as tender slices of meat, seafood, and crunchy vegetables.
At Hotbowl, you first choose your base broth — ranging from mild to extra spicy. Then you add your own ingredients and cook them in the steaming soup. A perfect choice if you’re looking for a cozy and interactive dining experience.
4. Miss Gu’s
Miss Gu’s brings the authentic flavors of Sichuan to the Markthal. This restaurant is known for its spicy and aromatic dishes, such as mapo tofu, kung pao chicken, and Sichuan noodles. If you enjoy a bit of heat, this is the place for you.
What makes Miss Gu’s unique is the perfect balance between spiciness, sweetness, and savoriness. The dishes are prepared with real Sichuan peppercorns, giving that signature tingling sensation on your tongue. Be sure to try their homemade dumplings and roasted duck as well.
