Nice food, if a bit on the expensive side. Tables seem set to maximises available space making it…read morerather crowded, loud and hot when the place is packed so not the place to go if you prefer a quiet dining experience. Came here half a dozen times over a decade and the quality of the food has remained consistently good. Core menu already offers a good number of options and it's rounded out by an impressive list of seasonal suggestions. I'll probably come here again but it misses that certain something that would make me a regular.

We came here for brunch and found the spot easily. The staff is nice, the design of the place is…read moremodern and cute, and it's located in a nice and quiet spot. The portions were quite small but for a decent price.

I am huge fan of. Veranda for years now and they've recently opened a new more casual venture down…read morethe street. The neighborhood is changing really fast and is probably going to be a new hip area soon . Chef Schellemans has always had creative ingredient combinations and it doesn't change here. Calamari, langoustine brioche, mackerel toast, paparadelle with lamb shoulder, . Scallop/seaweed/apple/trout/peppers/watermelon.... Everything was super delicious Service is super fun and it's a relatively affordable option for something so well executed and delicious

Situated in the oldest alley of Antwerp -- the beautiful Vlaeykensgang near the Cathedral -- this…read morecharming little bistro feels like you've stepped straight into another century. It's hidden down a quiet courtyard, right in the middle of the city but completely away from the noise and bustle. Totally one of those "if you know, you know" kind of places. The atmosphere here is just magical -- rustic, romantic, and old-fashioned in the best way. Even though we were seated outside in chilly weather, it still felt cozy and inviting. You could tell this was one of those restaurants that lives and breathes its history. Now, the food -- We ordered the duck breast with red porto jus and gratin dauphinois, and the beef stew. The gratin was so good -- creamy, cheesy, and perfectly comforting. The duck, though, was a bit of a letdown -- quite tough and hard to chew, which was disappointing because the sauce was lovely. The beef stew, on the other hand, came out piping hot (just how I like it!) and was hearty and flavorful, though a tad on the sweet side for my taste. Still, it was delicious overall. Service was great -- friendly, attentive, and never hovering. Everything felt relaxed and unpretentious. Our bill came to just under $100 USD, which I thought was very reasonable for the quality, setting, and experience. If you're wandering around Antwerp and want to escape the crowds while enjoying a cozy, candlelit meal in a spot full of old-world charm, this is the place to go.

Adorable location with alley, garden patio and indoor spaces. The salmon was nice but the…read morestroganoff had an amazing sauce that we dipped frites into. The service was nice. If you are looking for a spot in a historical location with ambience and well done traditional Belgian food, this is a great choice.

Very good food, well balanced menu and very nice staff. The…read moreplace has a very nice atmosphere and open kitchen.

This is a lovely brunch restaurant in Antwerps historic center. My boyfriend loves brunch, and this…read moreplace didn't disappoint. We went around 4pm on a sunny Saturday. While it was not busy (probably being so early), it was busy by the time we left. The staff were super friendly, and spoke enough English for is to get by. I opted for the Flemish Stoofvlees, and I was shocked how good it was! Not too mention incredibly filling. The side salad was also amazing. The portion looks small, but trust me - it's more than enough food. The overall vibe was really light and cute. Would definitely recommend as a casual sit down place with great food.

Great food, amazing wine list and the best service. I would highly recommend Lunjes for a low…read morekey/non fussy meal with an original menu and great flavors.

More out the way spot in town with a variety of delicious food and cocktails in a fun atmosphere…read morefor tapas Wednesday. 4.5 stars Food: 4.25 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5 Cost to worth it rating: 3 (most tapas plates 25-40 Guilders) Opentableable: no, on their site Return worthiness: yes Highlights: - Cocktails: unique and great quality. We tried a few and liked them all. Faves were Tokyo Millionaire with lychee and a fake $100 bill wrapped around the tall glass, rum based Happy Accident, and Dan's Old Fashioned which was in a huge low glass with hints of coffee and orange that made it stand out. - Chicken and waffles: this dish is hard to get right and this was superb. Soft warm thick waffles with a bit of vanilla sweetness topped with perfectly crunchy breaded and seasoned chicken. 4.5 stars - Pork belly sliders: 2 sliders with big square chunks of all meaty and not fatty pork belly in hoisin sauce with cabbage on a soft toasted sweet roll. Wonderful. 4.5 stars - Steak: wonderful quality rib eye meat with chimichurri and smashed potatoes. My picky steak teen gobbled the whole plate down. 4.25 stars - Brownie: soft and fluffy with the right of medium richness in the chocolate flavor with caramel ice cream and crunchy sweet bits too. 4.25 stars - Duck confit fries: bowl of thick fries covered in shredded bit smokey duck confit with a poached egg on top. Very tasty though note fries were soft kind vs crispy. 4 stars - Pork dumplings: super crispy on top and tender inside with burst of supplemental flavor from the chili crisp. 4 stars - Bread: 3 light focaccia style triangles with olive oil. 4 stars - Coconut chicken: on the bone with flavor on the skin and on the side. Was fine but enjoyed other dishes more. 3.5 stars - Atmosphere: vibrant with an impressive mural lining one side of the restaurant's wall and fun art all around. - Seating: outdoor area, downstairs, bar, and upstairs as well. - Service: friendly and helpful Lowlights: - A walk from the other areas in town going through some less populated streets. From rift fort on the other side of the bridge was about 25 minutes. Enjoyed our meal here and would recommend it.