De Schone Lei

De Schone Lei is one of my two favorite restaurants in all of Rotterdam. Excellent food, good service, and a gorgeous view of the lake at Kralingse Bos and the Rotterdam skyline as a backdrop. After a meal here, my family works it off with a stroll along the lake and into the woods. In warmer weather, we enjoy grabbing a bite on the lakefront patio or just stopping by for refreshments after a long trek through the woods. It’s only barely wheelchair-accessible inside (no w/c access restrooms, sadly) and they place a rather steep, short ramp at the entrance, which is difficult if not impossible to get up alone if you’re a moderately active w/c user. But it’s well worth the effort to bring a friend to help you get inside (or just hang out on the patio…why lose the fresh air if the weather’s nice!) I highly recommend the eendborst—duck breast in a mild honey ginger sauce. And their lunchtime sandwiches are a real treat!