Late-night cravings dominate Rotterdam food trends

ROTTERDAM, 27 November 2024 – Thuisbezorgd.nl has released its annual overview, revealing fascinating insights into the dining and ordering habits of Rotterdam and the Netherlands. Late-night snacks, chicken dishes, and a sushi splurge headline the culinary trends in Rotterdam for 2024.

Rotterdam leads in late-night orders, chicken dishes on the rise

Rotterdam has emerged as the city with the most late-night orders in the Netherlands, according to Thuisbezorgd.nl's 2024 annual report. While Amsterdam and The Hague also boast vibrant late-night dining scenes, Rotterdam takes the lead, highlighting its reputation as a city that never truly sleeps. Popular choices during these hours included chicken torikatsu, sushi, and chicken strippers.

One Rotterdammer stands out as a major sushi fan, placing an order worth €1,571, showcasing the city's appetite for premium dining experiences.

Culinary preferences in Rotterdam

Data from Thuisbezorgd.nl reflects the changing tastes of Rotterdam's residents in 2024. Among the most popular dishes ordered were pizza margherita, kapsalon döner, and cheeseburgers. However, chicken dishes with a twist are increasingly popular. Leading the list of emerging dishes were crispy chicken pops, chicken torikatsu, and nachos with grilled chicken.

Broader trends across the Netherlands

While Rotterdam has its own distinct ordering habits, the Thuisbezorgd.nl report highlights broader culinary trends across the country:

• Popular cuisines: Italian, Japanese, and Dutch topped the list.
• Emerging cuisines: Korean, Mexican, and Middle Eastern food are gaining traction.
• Household items: Items such as batteries, rice cookers, and kettles appeared frequently on delivery menus, showing the platform’s versatility.

Late-night cravings are not unique to Rotterdam, but the city's dominance in this category underlines its bustling nightlife and active residents. Nationally, the enduring love for Dutch classics like frikandel speciaal remained apparent, especially during New Year's celebrations.