The Best Local Bars in Antwerp

Check out the best local bars in Antwerp, where charm and uniqueness await you at every corner. Enjoy a drink at Café Gorillaz, known for its vibrant music scene, or savor the rich beer selection at Bier Central. For a more artistic vibe, visit Het Bos, an eclectic hub for creatives. From classic pubs to trendy cocktail spots like Dogma, Antwerp's bar scene offers a taste of the city's diverse nightlife. Dive into these local favorites for an authentic experience.

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Bier Central

Classic beer Encyclopedia

I've had some of my best nights in "Bier Central" in Antwerp. It's very central and easy to reach. I recommend trying the Leffe Ruby and Kwak beer...

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Snacks

Regina

Janzen

Apr 9, 2025

Café au Lait

Cocktail bar

"Café au Lait" is close to Antwerp's historical center. This charming cocktail bar brings together all sorts of people, and that's why I love it so much...

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Music

Era

Hajdari

Apr 9, 2025

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!

Bars

Era

Hajdari

Apr 9, 2025

Belmondo

Argentinian cocktail bar

"Belmondo" is a cozy cocktail and snack bar not far from the center of Antwerp. I like it because it's bubbly with an easy-going allure and a warm...

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Snacks

Era

Hajdari

Apr 9, 2025

Café Gorillaz

Music café at Dageraadplaats

"Café Gorillaz" Antwerp's Dageraadplaats with its cosy atmosphere, great-working heaters and blankets is one of my favorite places to sit outside with wine

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Coffee & tea

Music

Regina

Janzen

Apr 9, 2025

Witzli-Poetzli

Antwerp's artists' bar

"Witzli-Poetzli" (est 1985) is probably the favorite cafe of Antwerp's artistic scene. I like it for its unique atmosphere, tasteful music and pastries!

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Coffee & tea

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Janzen

Apr 9, 2025

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The Best Local Bars in Antwerp

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Bars

Hannah

Regina

You?

Jeroen

Daphne

Margo

Era

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Hannah

Regina

You?

Jeroen

Daphne

Margo

Era

Bier Central

Classic beer Encyclopedia

Regina

Janzen

Café au Lait

Cocktail bar

Era

Hajdari

Het Elfde Gebod

Antique - collection café

Era

Hajdari

Belmondo

Argentinian cocktail bar

Era

Hajdari

Café Gorillaz

Music café at Dageraadplaats

Regina

Janzen

Witzli-Poetzli

Antwerp's artists' bar

Regina

Janzen

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