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.

This place, despite it's almost offensive name in English, is a tourist trap on the main square in…read moreAntwerp. We stopped for lunch, consisting of excellent mussels and frites, of course. The food and service were outstanding and the location was perfect. Prices were probably excessive, but I have no real basis of comparison and don't want to spoil a vacation worrying about a couple of euros. We'll return next time we're in Antwerp, probably in our next lifetime.

No reservations, immediate seating. Accomadated for baby…read more Mussels with onion, celery, white wine was delicious. Come with frites and saus. Enough for 3 people. Staff is friendly and fast.

It's the first time for us in Antwerp and this place came highly recommended. The interior has so…read moremuch religious statues etc. it was pretty cool. I'm glad we sat inside instead of outside. There is also another large level upstairs for dining. Being tourists, we order the Belgium fries, beef stew and mussels in wine broth. It was just right for 4. The fries were petty crispy - I heard they fry it twice. We almost got the rabbit stew but quickly changed it to beef stew since we were heard it was cooked in dark beer. The mussels were delicious. The the order was huge. We inhaled everything! So glad we stopped by here.

If you are ever close to Antwerp then you MUST visit this restaurant/bar. It is truly UNIQUE!! It…read moredates back to the 15th century and very close to the cathedral (still today of course) although centuries ago there was a wall around the city. https://elfdegebod.com/history/ The interior is beyond words and a MUST see. The food is good but somewhat limited, but we all enjoyed either the rabbit stew or the beef stew. Also the ciders are good and the extensive selection of beers - wow!! The service was good, although it was even better 5 years ago on our first visit (pre COVID). Person to person is sooooo much better than QR codes and the like!!

Nice afternoon lunch today on the square. Had the fried calamari for a starter. Nice and crisp…read moreand steamy hot!!! Nice sauce to dip the rings into. Main was a large crock of mussels in white wine. So many mussels to eat. Large serving for sure and the tasty was over the top. Being steamed in the white wine with fresh onions, garlic and carrots. Super tasty, so large I could not even finish them all. Also came with fresh baget cut up to soak up the wine sauce. Yummy!!!

Really enjoyed the mussels here for a quick lunch and beer. Outdoor seating was perfect and service…read morewas prompt.

The prices were pretty high, but the food was stellar. We had the Vol-au-Vent which was savory and…read morestellar. Each bite was an explosion of umami in our mouths. We originally we only going to get one, but I'm glad we got 2, cause I didn't want to share. We got the croquettes instead of fries to try something different, and they were very good. We were also pleasantly surprised to get some free bread and a small plate of salmon as well.

The interior of the restaurant is a work of art, make sure to check it out. Knowledgeable server…read moreand our Flemish stew and Cod were very tasty. Attentive service but one has to remember this is Europe so the server will pretty much leave you alone to dine after the food is delivered, so enjoy your meal and the surroundings.

Billie's is a cozy beer bar with outstanding beer selection. I stopped by on my visit to Antwerp…read moreand enjoyed looking at all of the brewery stickers. I'd love to return and try some of the food next time.

Billie... Billie. I showed up and y'all showed out. This quaint bar in the cut of Antwerp…read moredefinitely houses traditional authentic Belgian dishes and beer. I'm not beer drinker but I did stop by to try their beef stew also known as Vlaams Stoofvlees. Wheeeeeew baby. Their gravy sauce for the stew is rich and thick. You literally can pick out the herbs when you eat. There's nothing fake about this place. That meal honestly can be shared amongst two people. It was an interesting twist for me to eat a chicory salad. Never have I ever. Yet, it was earthy and tasty. Great health benefits too. One thing you'll notice in Belgium is there Mayo and ketchup is real not processed. You can literally taste the difference. If you're ever in Antwerp for even a couple of hours, make it your business to stop by and treat yourself to good food and beer.

Situated in the restaurant ring that surrounds the main square in Mechelen guarantees great views…read moreof the square and church tower from the outdoor seating area Equally comfortable I the indoor seating area should it be rainy, windy, snowing, cold or just normal European weather. The entree was shrimp in a broth which was ok For the main there was a whole fish, kind of looked like a flounder in that it was a flat fish so I guess a Flemish flounder caught off the coast of Flanders. The fish was cooked perfectly simply falling off the bone with ease and tasted very nice. Not a huge seafood fan myself but the food was very good and matched well with a local beer

This place is a must eat when in the market in Mechlen. If you are wondering which place to go to…read moreeat just save yourself some time and go here. Service is awesome even for tourists.

We had a nite off from our riverboat cruise so thought we'd try Le Steak 17. Small, cozy place. We…read morehad the option of eating out front under the umbrellas, but chose inside as it was an incredibly hot day. Not much cooler inside. Our server offered our group of 7 two tables pushed together near the front, explaining that the back was hotter since that's where they cook the steaks on the Big Green Egg (her English was very good). The server lugged out a very heavy rack of beers and even heavier rack of wine bottles for our perusal. Drinks chosen, we were presented with a vocal list of appetizers...meatballs, Camembert cheese, bone marrow and steak tartar. We chose the tartar. It was abundant and excellent. The dinner "menu" consisted of a large board with the 6 or 7 cuts of steak available. (They did offer a veggie burger for our lone vegetarian) Most steaks are offered at a 300g portion, but the tomahawk and porterhouse were huuuge. Steaks and temperatures were selected. They came out promptly, properly cooked and delicious. They were accompanied by group salads, fries, baked beans, roasted squash and a peppercorn sauce for the steaks. Desserts were offered but everyone was stuffed. Overall, well worth experiencing, but maybe go on a cool day...

Hidden gem! This place was recommended to me by a friend who works in the neighborhood and I loved…read moreit! The concept is simple: they sell steak... but in the best way possible. There is no printed menu, they just bring out the different cuts of the day and you pick the one you prefer. After they grill it on the green-egg and they serve it with beautiful cooked fries, salad, veggies and two sauces. Needless to say that they cook the meat to perfection... a fantastic medium rare! Le Steak 17 is really a no-nonsense place and focusses on the meat, the interior and the service is very minimal. Highly recommended for lovers of a decent steak!