If you want your out-of-town friends to think you're the cool local - bring them here. I've lived here for almost 5 years and only recently found out about The Rokerij. Hell, it took me 5 tries typing the name in the search box to find it on here!
Every time we've gone, we've eaten downstairs in the bar-area. The crowd is a little more lively. It's also closer to the alcohol. As you're walking down it feels like you're in a castle -- everything is stone. When you enter there's a roaring fire with a few arm chairs around it. You can eat at the bar, tables, the couch.. the floor I suppose? Plenty of seating (not JUST a bar) It's a little like being in a ski lodge. Anyway.. very cool atmosphere.
I've heard mixed reviews from friends about their entree dishes. They're a bit expensive. We usually order a bunch of tapas dishes and share. The last time we went we had four or five tapas and a bottle of wine. We spent $60 or so with tip for the three of us and all left with a full stomach and a little hammered. Great way to start the evening.