François Geurds FG Restaurant

"First time in Rotterdam and let me tell you, I had the pleasure of dining at François Geurds, a Michelin star restaurant, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience. As a foreigner, I felt warmly welcomed from the moment I arrived Chef François himself took the time to greet me, which truly made me feel at home. The staff were outstanding, providing attentive and friendly service that enhanced the overall atmosphere. I highly recommend this establishment for anyone seeking a memorable dining experience. I’ll comeback with my team to this establishment."

Vzlan1 Gil

"We recently dined at François Geurds, a 2-star Michelin restaurant, and left feeling underwhelmed. Unfortunately, the food, service, and atmosphere did not meet the high standards one would expect from a restaurant of this caliber.

The Positives:
The sommelier was excellent, recommending a delightful bottle of wine that paired well with our tasting menu. Among the dishes, the duck stood out as the only one deserving of 2 Michelin stars. The flavors were harmonious, with a perfect balance of crispiness and richness, though the sauce was slightly overpowering.

The Negatives:
• Biet Truffle: A decent dish with simple ingredients and a pleasant taste, though not particularly memorable.
• Black Beauty: Overly oily, with unbalanced flavors that didn’t blend well.
• Avocado/Banana/Beluga Caviar: A major disappointment. Cooking and blending caviar this way felt like an insult to such a premium ingredient. The cream tasted identical to the first dish, as if the sauce had been reused.
• Tuna/Kombu: The sorbet was a surprising highlight, working well with the salty sauce. However, the tuna itself was not fresh, likely defrosted, which was quite disappointing.

Atmosphere:
The seating arrangement was awkward and uncomfortable. We were placed very close to the neighboring table, to the point where we could hear their entire conversation. This lack of privacy made the experience feel far from the refined and intimate setting one expects at a Michelin-starred restaurant.

Service:
The staff lacked the training and finesse expected at a 2-star Michelin establishment. Small details and attentiveness, which are critical at this level, were missing throughout the experience.

We traveled to Rotterdam specifically to try this restaurant, and sadly, it fell short of expectations. While there were moments of brilliance, significant improvements are needed in the kitchen, service, and ambiance to truly live up to its Michelin status."

M T

"Honestly one of the worst dining experiences I have ever had. The food was ok. The duck dish was barely edible and the only memorable good food was the beetroot sourdough bread. The service was absolutely horrible except for one kind waiter. It took over 4 hours to get all the food and we skipped a course in order to leave. We were not the only table trying to get out to leave early because the wait was excessive. It took over half an hour to get a drink. Terrible experience and makes me question how this place has any Michelin stars?"

Stephanie Sandoval