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We discovered Salt via a promotion on Groupon. The wife had a friend in town and we were excited to…read morehave found a Groupon deal that catered to three patrons as opposed to the typical two, four or six. As with Groupon, you don't always know what to expect. Sometimes the photos look really nice and the actual spot is less than desirable. That certainly wasn't the case with Salt. We somewhat expected small dishes, as we got a deal for a three course menu for three for 50€. There was a choice for two of three courses. For the first course it was a choice of a goat cheese dish or a pulled pork croquette with a salad and creme pickle dressing. The wife, who doesn't really care for croquettes, went with that selection anyhow, and they turned out to be "the best croquettes" she ever had. The friend had the goat cheese and really enjoyed it as well. For the second course it was a choice of a salmon with an egg yolk and cheese foam, or a tataki beef with pumpkin puree and potato. I had the beef and it was utterly delicious. The wife and friend had the salmon and the egg yolk was a delicious and creamy surprise. For dessert it was an almond creme with poached apples and a peach ice cream. Again, we all couldn't have been happier. All in all, we were so please work Salt. Every dish was special, well presented, and delicious. I hope this place keeps being successful, as we happened to be the only customers on a Sunday afternoon. Well worth the visit, especially with the Groupon deal.

Situated on one of the coziest and most authentic squares of Antwerp, in between the shopping area…read moreand the old city. You can hear the bells of the Cathedral whilst enjoying a drink on the terras and feel the vibrant athmosphere. Annabel welcomes you with a smile to die for and a big heart that has the capacity to embrace the entire city. The menu has a selection of Spanish & Italian wines and some nice & simple tapas. It's a great place to meet new people because Barbel gives you that travel vibe!

On a sunny Sunday my husband and I went for a walk and stumbled upon Belgian Wines. So we thought…read morewhy not? The interieur is low key and is both a wine bar and a wine shop. You can sit and enjoy a glass or buy a bottle to go. We decided to do both and the wines didn't disappoint. There are also meat and cheese plates available - maybe next time! We spoke briefly with one of the owners about the shop. If you eat around Antwerp, a lot of the wines will look familiar. It turns out that Belgian Wines is their supplier. I am a strong believer in eating local, so I really like that Belgian wines are being promoted in the city. Plus they're delicious! The only thing holding me back from a full 5 stars is that there was a full table when we arrived of tourists and once they left, the two waitresses spent a good 5 minutes loudly making jokes and mocking them. I mean, the bar is not so big, so my husband and I were both a bit uncomfortable. If they make fun of them, are they going to make fun of us too when we leave? That won't stop me from returning, but will make me hesitant to stay too long in the shop.

lovely place, I went there this weekend and the people were really nice,…read more great wines too,

Feel welcome like a real friend in the middle of the tourist area. Stunning location (back wall…read moreinside is the outside wall of the cathedral), and, most important, well above average service and atmosphere. Throw in a unique selection of wines you never guessed you really wanted to get to know, and you'll guess why you're better off booking a table. Very recommended! Feel like you're really in the best café in the Provence.

Atrocious service; such a shame as the location and wine are wonderful…read more Living in Antwerp more than 13 years we are always eager to try new restaurants/winebars. When this place opened up a few years ago, we were delighted to taste their great wines. At the time we put their frankly "rude", service down to newbie nerves. However, on our 2nd and 3rd visit we had that sinking feeling that although the location, and wine were spectacular, it really is not right to hand over hard earned cash to restaurant owners who treat their paying customers this atrociously. After a gap of almost 1 year, we arranged to meet people there last night. I can honestly say I have never experienced such rude, aggressive behavior from a restaurant in my life. I get they were tired and they wanted to close. But here's the thing; don't sell the most expensive bottle of wine to someone if you want them to leave 10 minutes later and certainly do not lean over a guest and aggressively ask if they don't like your wine as they are not drinking it fast enough. If you are from a Country where service is as important as the quality of food/drinks, then avoid this place at all costs. You might get lucky and the owners good be in a good mood if not, a visit here is likely to ruin your night in an otherwise super city.

This is so far my favorite place for truly gourmet food in Antwerp. At first I wasn't sure as they…read moresat me at the bar which I hate if eating a meal, but it was worth being squished. The food was delicious. You can get a fixed menu or you can get the snacks. I suggest the fixed menu as you end up paying the same if you order a few snacks, and you'll feel more satisfied. Also, if you just get drinks and snacks, they tend to ignore you. However, the food was truly exquisite.

Ok, we went overboard... And so should you. The owner is famous for judging tv show restaurants and…read moreit shows that the skills she presented on television hold in practice. The menu changes every now and then according to her latest experiences which will also favor you! We had all the starters and all of the meat, 2 wines which we let the hostess choose ( who also is a professional sommelier ). This resto is now open for a couple of months but soon will be hard to get a table! An absolute must!

This coffee shop is so good ! We stopped in Antwerp during our cruise, and I decided to go check…read moreout the city. A coffee bar is always a go-to spot for me, so when I spotted O-Cortado, I had to stop by. First impression was excellent, as I was greeted by the person at the counter. I ordered a caramel macchiato, and the gentleman brought it to my table on a beautiful tray with a napkin + cookie. Lovely. The music and decor are both awesome, too! So glad I stopped by!! You should too :-) Carson C. Visalia, California

From the owner: O-Cortado is a warm, cosey coffee and wine bar in the heart of the historic city center in Antwerp.read more

My husband and I had about an hour to kill before our dinner reservations and searched for a bar in…read morethe area. That's how we found Bar Pour Boire. The interior is dimly lit and decorated with art. I can only describe it as intimate and romantic. Will definitely go back!