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Middelheim

Park Filled with Nature and Statues

Made by a variety of Belgian and international artists, some look classic; others are modern and, of course, (according to Belgian tradition) some will give you a surrealistic vibe.

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Daphne

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Jun 22, 2025
Luddites Books and Wine Antwerp

Luddites Books and Wine

Sweet & Book-ish Escapism

For every purchased book you get 50% off of a glass of wine, and they do have nice ones: up to this point, this place is the only one where I've ever seen orange wine.

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Daphne

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Jun 22, 2025

Milad

Middle Eastern Ice Cream at its best

We all love Italian Gelato of course, but middle eastern flavors with lots of rosewater, pistachio & saffron are a great way to mix up the ice cream game!

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Daphne

Lenders

Jun 22, 2025
Droogdokkenpark Antwerp

Droogdokkenpark

Perfect for sunsets

You can sit on the grass, but there are also some loungers for an even more comfortable and chill experience (come early, before they're all taken).

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Daphne

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Jun 22, 2025
Racine PAKT Antwerp

Racine PAKT

Brunch on a Rooftop Terrace

I recommend any of their pastries as well as their fabulous 'Green Goddess Sandwich' - guacamole, a poached egg, and salmon, what else could I ask for?

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Daphne

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Jun 22, 2025

Nives

For all sourdough lovers

Here the kitchen is completely exposed to the public and you can see the bakers preparing their bread and pastries with a lot of love and craftsmanship.

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Daphne

Lenders

Jun 22, 2025
Humm Antwerp

Humm

Vegan Middle Eastern Cuisine

It serves tasty middle eastern food, that is effortlessly vegan, as any dish filled with eggplants or lentils will make you forget about meat instantly.

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Daphne

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Jun 22, 2025
Saturday Market Antwerp

Saturday Market

Vibrant market with great lunch

Whether you're craving Tibetan noodles, Chinese dumplings, or Marrocan pancakes, you'll for sure find something that satisfies your cravings. Price? 5-8€

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Daphne

Lenders

Jun 22, 2025
Il Carpaccio Antwerp

Il Carpaccio

Small place, big flavors

A classic is the pizza Calabrese with spicy salami, paprika, tomato, and mozzarella. Ask for some grilled onions on top to make it even tastier (you can thank me later).

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Margo

van Raemdonck

Jun 11, 2025
Kunthun 2 Antwerp

Kunthun 2

The taste of Tibet

Momo is a dumpling with a spoonful of stuffing wrapped in dough and you can order them steamed or fried. You can go for chicken, pork, shrimp, or veggie.

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Margo

van Raemdonck

Jun 11, 2025
Café Kamiel Antwerp

Café Kamiel

Cosy place in the Markgrave

"Café Kamiel" in Antwerp has it all - good food, great coffee, a big-sized terrace and the perfect location. I come for their all-you-can-eat spaghetti!

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Hannah

Drijbooms

Jun 11, 2025
Het Elfde Gebod Antwerp

Het Elfde Gebod

Antique - collection café

"Het Elfde Gebod" sits in the shadow of the cathedral and has kept its authenticity and appearance for 40 years... This café also makes its own beer!

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Era

Hajdari

Jun 9, 2025

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