The 15 Best Coffee Shops in Antwerp, Belgium (2025)
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Sometimes it feels like a privilege to live in a city where coffee is adored. It’s hard to go to any district in Antwerp and not stumble upon a great independent coffee shop. And if you’re a coffee lover and happen to be in the fantastic city of Antwerp, you are in luck – some of the best coffee shops in Antwerp just happen to have some of the best coffee beans in the entire world.
And a large part of that has to do with the fact that the Port of Antwerp is the worlds largest coffee storage site. At any given time you can find 250,000 tonnes of coffee just hanging out in the Port.
So given this remarkable fact, it makes sense that there is an abundance of fantastic coffee shops in Antwerp. I’ve done the hard work for you and I’ve whittled it down to the best 13 coffee shops in Antwerp.
The 13 Best Coffee Shops in Antwerp
1. Caffènation | Mechelsesteenweg 16, 2000 Antwerpen
Caffènation is my addiction. It has hands down the best beans in the city and the friendliest staff. I spend far too much money here.
The staff really know their stuff when it comes to coffee. In Antwerp, you have 4 choices of branches to drink at, with locations in Pakt, Zuid, Nationale Bank and their latest iteration, Caffenation Blue on Mechelsesteenweg.
You can find croissants, brownies, and some vegan goodies in addition to wine and beer. And if coffee isn’t your thing, they also have superb hot chocolates. In April 2023, a new Caffenation branch opened up – Caffenation Blue.
My only complaint is that their coffees are too delicious. It’s hard to just have one.
2. Andy Roasters | Amerikalei 82, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Micro roasters Andy is very vibey when it comes to coffee. The coffee in Andy Roasters is guaranteed to wake you the hell up with its industrial-strength caffeine, and if not that, then the DJ spinning tunes in the corner will.
Located on Amerikalei, you’ll find Andy Roasters humming during the weekdays and especially on the weekends when local Antwerpens come out to enjoy the brief window of sunshine. The interiors are decorated in a retro theme that makes you feel like you’ve been transported back to 1976. Sitting is very limited inside.
With awesome merch, soul-stirring coffee and immaculate vibes, Andy Roasters is one of the coolest new coffee shops in Antwerp.
3. The Yellow Window Coffee House | Vlasmarkt 8, 2000 Antwerpen
If you’re on the lookout for a really cozy coffee shop just beside the historic center of Antwerp, then look no further than the Yellow Window Coffee House. Independently owned and run by Dominic, the Yellow Window Coffee House is a labor of love and its repeat clientele is a testament to its popularity.
The Yellow Window Coffee House is the perfect place to spend a lazy afternoon catching up on your reading, with far-too-comfortable couches that you’ll struggle to remove yourself from. Or for those looking for a space to check emails and do some light work, this is one of the best coffee shops in Antwerp to work from.
Sample a traditional British scone with clotted cream and jam, and thank me later.
Closed: Monday & Tuesday
Open: 10 am – 6 pm
4. Cosimo | Scheldestraat 79, 2000 Antwerpen
Cosimo is a delightful cafe/bookstore with new owners. It’s in one of my favourite areas in the city, Zuid, and is worth spending a day ambling around this awesome neighbourhood. Formerly known as Buchbar, Cosimo has changed owners and now names.
Cosimo has delicious treats and snacks in addition to an awesome book collection. You will end up staying the whole day here in this cosy cafe. They have a small section of books in English.
5. Viggos | De Coninckplein 21, 2060 Antwerpen
Viggos is a very cool coffee shop. The owner Tim always has a ton of events happening in his awesome space. You are guaranteed a DJ set at least once a week in the evening as the coffee shop turns from a bustling cafe into a pretty awesome bar.
This is a very local cafe in an up-and-coming neighborhood and you are always made to feel very welcome when you enter.
6. Butchers Coffee | Kasteelstraat 57, 2000 Antwerpen
Butchers Coffee is guaranteed to have throngs of people outside of it, rain or shine. And there’s a good reason for that too. It is super. They do delicious food and pretty exceptional coffee.
They also have beans from Andy Roasters too, so you know it’s going to be incredible. Butchers is an awesome place to spend an afternoon sipping coffee and people watching. The staff are incredible friendly and you can grab a coffee to go if you are visiting the nearby KMSKA Museum.
7. Normo
Normo approaches coffee from the viewpoint of sustainability and fairtrade coffee beans. They build relationships with farmers across the globe to bring us some of the best coffee found in Antwerp. The beans used in their coffees are truly incredible and flavoursome and rivals my beloved Caffenation.
The interiors are almost purposely ramshackle and verge on dysfunctional, but somehow it all works. Make sure to grab a few bags on your way out, you’ll want to revisit these beans time and time again.
8. ToiToiToi Coffee
Toitoitoi Coffee is a vibey coffee shop in Antwerp with its loyal customers. It’s a traditional coffee shop with excellent beans (from Caffenation) and offers cultural events such as singer-songwriters, classical musicians and artwork.
This is a space in Antwerp that the city needed, to showcase local and international talent whilst embracing excellent coffee culture.
9. Kasette Koffie | Lange Koepoortstraat 22, 2000 Antwerpen
A few doors down from Toi Toi Toi you’ll find Kasette Koffie, a device-free coffee shop in Antwerp that even has chickens in their little outdoor area. The coffee is fantastic in Kasette Koffie, and if you’ve been looking for a coffee shop in Antwerp to hang out with a good book, this is a great choice.
10. Melbourne | Burgemeester edgar Ryckaertsplein 1/04, 2600
Perfect for those in a hurry, Melbourne Coffee is conveniently located in Berchem Station. This is one perfect coffee that will keep you company on your train journey, unlike Antwerp Centraal Station which only has a massive American coffee chain.
The baristas are friendly and chatty, just don’t miss your train!
11. Kolonel Coffee | Montignystraat 51, 2018 Antwerpen
Kolonel Coffee have 2 branches in the city, one located in Brederode and the other on Ankerrui near Eilandje. Kolonel roast their own beans on-site and both of their cafes offer fantastic breakfasts and lunch dishes.
My favourite of the two is their Brederode branch which has a great outdoor terrace, and wonderful workbenches to work from. The coffee is excellent and is one of the few places that offers table service. It’s also conveniently located beside one of the best restaurants in Antwerp.
12. Moana Coffee | Van Schoonbekeplein 23, 2000 Antwerpen
Moana Coffee do a seriously mean coffee and really superb sandwiches, and smoothie bowls. There are not a lot of seats inside and during lunchtimes can get quite busy. It’s a great place to grab a quick coffee from and explore Eilandje. Bonus points for their generous coffee sizes.
13. Rush Rush Coffee | Lange Altaarstraat 29, 2018 Antwerpen
Rush Rush Coffee was recommended to me by the baristas in Caffenation and I’m glad I took note of the name. Located in Zurenborg, Rush Rush are passionate about good coffee. With lots of yummy cakes and other delicious treats, you won’t be in any Rush (Rush) to leave. I’ll see myself out.
14. Black & Yellow Coffee Bar | Nassaustraat 7, 2000 Antwerpen
Located beside my favorite Chocolatier in Antwerp, Black & Yellow Coffee Bar is almost hidden away. But if you happen to pass on the weekend, you’ll see lines of people queuing up to get their caffeine fix.
The coffee is excellent and the staff is incredibly friendly. During the summer months when the sun finally makes its appearance in Antwerp, there are benches to sit on outside. I also love the area, Eilandje, with MAS standing stoically in the background. Trust me, you’ll love Black & Yellow Coffee Bar.
15. Daily Dose | Emiel Banningstraat 58, 2000 Antwerpen
A coffee shop in Antwerp that recently popped up on my radar is located at the very end of Zuid, near the new Moxy Hotel. Daily Dose is a sweet coffee shop that uses Caffenation beans and offers a range of pastries and toasties. If you’ve been looking for somewhere to grab a coffee, (they also have an extensive tea menu) Daily Dose is a great coffee shop in Antwerp to check out.
Have I missed your favorite coffee shop that’s not on the list? Leave me a comment!
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Missy spent the first 2 decades of her life living in her native Dublin, Ireland. Before a life living overseas called to her, and she spent the next decade living in China, Laos & Belgium. She now splits her time in Antwerp, Belgium, and wherever the sun is currently shining. You can follow Missy’s real-time travels on her Instagram.
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