The big blond lady who just strolled off the train. The…read moreconstruction worker who occupied the same stool everyday for what seems forever. The couple who visits with their child. And then there was me. And Stella. Cold, cheap Stella, just the way I like it. I stumbled upon Den Ouden Tijd by accident, just walking around. And then I found her. Cold, cheap Stella. By the end of the night (and many nights to follow), I was friends with the big blond lady...and the construction worker...and the couple with the kid. But I remained loyal to my Stella.

If you're around this area I would suggest looking somewhere else. When you walk in you instantly…read moresee five microwaves and already prepared food in plastic tubs ( who knows when those were made) I ordered tomato soup and vegetarian pasta. I saw the server take a tub w soup in it and get only the liquid part because I asked it to be without meat. My pasta also came cold and when I told the server he simply shoved it in a microwave. DO NOT COME HERE. Their beer is mediocre at best as well.

Enjoyed the friendliness and the kindness of the staff. They embodied service with a smile. Walked…read morein and was served some of the best coffee I think I've had. Prices were reasonable. It's a quaint coffee shop, so seating was difficult. They had quite a few options with regards to snacks - muffins, brownies, as well as croissants. Had a number of choices for non-coffee drinkers (tea, smoothies). Wasn't a fan of all the smokers in the outside seating area, but focused on my coffee. Would highly recommend.

I've literally tried all the coffee places in Leuven, and Mont is by far the best for taste. I'm…read moresad there's not a larger seating area, but I love going in and grabbing a drink to go. They have a very extensive menu, and the iced vanilla lattes are really the best in Leuven. Love this place.