Heilige Boontjes Rotterdam

Heemraadssingel 70, Rotterdam, Netherlands

Heilige Boontjes is a coffee spot on Rotterdam’s Eendrachtsplein, but it’s not just about the caffeine. They roast and serve exclusive, sustainably sourced coffee, bought directly from farmers at a fair price. The whole operation exists to help young people who need a second chance find their place in society again. So your flat white basically does some good. The space doubles as a grand café, open from 9am on weekdays and 10am on weekends. You can grab a bag of their Blend 010 to take home, or just sit and hang out. They also host meetings and presentations if you’re feeling productive, and they’ve got a mobile coffee cart for events and parties. Honestly, it’s a pretty straightforward vibe: good coffee, decent mission, no pretension. If you’re in the neighborhood and want a cup that doesn’t make you feel like part of the problem, this is it.