The 10 Best Brunch Spots In Antwerp, Belgium
Antwerp offers several pleasant, original or atmospheric spots for those who like to start their day with a late brunch. Savoury or sweet, simple or fancy, with eggs or without, you can find anything to your liking in the following 10 places that showcase the best for brunch in Antwerp.
1. l'Entrepôt du Congo
l’Entrepôt du Congo
L’Entrepôt du Congo has an interesting history. In the early 1900s, it served as a warehouse stocking African coffee, oil and gasoline that transported by boat to Antwerp’s port. Now, it is a charming café-resto that has preserved the building’s old structure, and still retains an old-fashioned feel. The pleasant atmosphere is repleted by the simple but well-made salads, (try the goat cheese salad with honey and pancetta) the delicious ciabatta sandwiches and real Flemish dishes like tomato sauce meatballs with bread.
Address: 42 Vlaamsekaai, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium, +32 4 75 52 82 15
2. Revista Café
Revista Café
Revista Café is the perfect brunch spots for introverts. At Revista you won’t be eyed for eating alone, because everyone comes here for some alone time with a magazine, a sandwiches and one of their refreshing passion fruit iced teas. The huge wall-to-wall rack with magazines, ranging from shameless gossip to international news will keep you occupied.
Address: 47 Karel Rogierstraat, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium, +32 4 88 62 74 67
3. Het Gebaar
Het Gebaar
Tucked away in a small fairytale-like house surrounded by the peace and quiet of Antwerp’s beautiful botanical garden, is this chic brunch spot. The undeniable artistry of chef and master-patissier Roger Vandamme always results in something special on your plate. The beef tartare is delightfully presented and tastes magnificent, and the chocolate desserts are delicate pieces of art. Het Gebaar is unquestionably the top of the bill.
Address: 24 Leopoldstraat, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium, +32 3 232 37 10
4. The Lunchbox
The Lunchbox
Although the name might be Lunchbox, this café’s Big Apple Brunch will be remembered as one of the best. Freshly baked bread, smoked salmon, a perfectly cooked egg and pancakes for dessert is a perfect way to spend a sunny morning in Antwerp’s city center. For those who want a healthy energy boost, Lunchbox’s freshly squeezed juices and smoothies are the best in town. Inside, or outside on the cozy terrace, this place will steal your heart.
Address: 8 Nieuwstad, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium, +32 3 231 04 79
5. Esco*Bar
Bar, Diner, Belgian, Pub Grub, Coffee
6. Mampoko
Bistro, Cafe, Restaurant, Belgian
7. Felixpakhuis
Felixpakhuis
This is the place to be for modern and sophisticated folk. An enormous ancient warehouse with a dazzling interior design and located on ‘t Eilandje, the trendiest quartier in Antwerp, the Felixpakhuis serves great breakfasts for early birds and magnificent brunches for sleepy heads. From 12.30pm up to 2.30pm you can feast on the buffet à volonté (several sorts of cheese, eggs, bacon, salads, smoked salmon, and croissants) and indulge in a selection of creamy, fruity or chocolaty desserts. With a brunch like that, there’s reason to sleep in.
Address: 30 Godefriduskaai, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium, +32 3 203 03 30
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8. Café Camino
Cafe, Restaurant, Asian, BBQ
9. Caravan Café
Restaurant, French, Belgian, Italian, Dessert
10. Lojola
Lojola
Around the corner from one of the most impressive and beautiful churches in Antwerp, Lojola serves the most luscious sweet and savory pies you’ve ever tasted, and has recently established breakfast and brunch as well. This minuscule coffee and cake house’s interior is decked out with kitsch, but the concept works wonderfully. Pink, turquoise, and golden ornaments and girly paintings adorn the walls, plus vintage chairs and tables makes it the perfect place to enjoy a delicious piece of banoffee pie or a hot chocolate with maltesers and whip cream.
Address: 14 Hendrik Conscienceplein, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium, +32 4 72 22 92 86
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