Restaurant interieur

Since 2016

Our Story

Haarlem

The Best Burgers in Haarlem

We build gourmet burgers on quality and originality. The menu features a feast of special burgers in meat, chicken and veggie variants.

Pair it with a great glass of wine or choose one of the classic beers. We love finishing your meal with our homemade dessert or coffee with limoncello.

What started as a passionate burger bar has grown into a broader culinary concept.

During the day we serve gourmet tapioca (gluten-free Brazilian lunch) and our Haarlem smashburgers, which are very popular with our guests.

In the evening, it's all about fresh bowls and our famous gastronomic burgers.

Our Journey

From burger bar to a full restaurant concept

2016

The Dream

Rubens opens its doors on Drossestraat in the heart of Haarlem.

2018

Growing Menu

The menu expands with a strong focus on delivery: poké bowls, salads, Italian pizzas and of course our burgers.

2020–2022

COVID Period

Our restaurant is largely closed, but we keep going through delivery and takeaway.

2022

Focus & Choices

We decide to close one location and refocus.

2023

Back to Basics

Back to where it all began: high-quality burgers at Drossestraat.

2026

Ready for the Future

We expand our concept once again. During the day we serve a renewed lunch with gourmet tapioca and smashburgers. In the evening it's all about our bowls and famous gastronomic burgers.

Our Values

Quality

Quality

Our butcher freshly prepares the meat for our burgers every day. We work exclusively with premium ingredients and make all our sauces in-house — without unnecessary additives. Pure, fresh and prepared with care.

Originality

Originality

Every dish has its own character that you won't easily find anywhere else. From bold flavours to unique combinations — always with our own signature.

Hospitality

Hospitality

Whether you reserve or walk in spontaneously, you are always welcome. We take care of a great atmosphere, a good glass of wine and service that feels right.

Experience

Experience

Generous portions, honest prices and quality you can taste. At Rubens you get value for money — and more.