Tante Yvonne — Restaurant in Antwerp

We stayed in Antwerp for a week while making day trips to other cities in Belgium. After a long day of walking and sightseeing you crave a comforting meal and that's what we got at Tante Yvonne. The front of the house was managed by a mother-son duo that were equal parts kind and quirky in the best possible way. The handwritten menu was a lovely touch (it's in dutch and french, but an english printed copy was also available). We had the "crazy salad" and the scallops as appetisers, and the steak tartare and guinea fowl as mains. They were all so indulgent and perfectly put together. The foie gras in the salad, the sauce of the scallop dish, and the seasoning of the steak tartar were highlights. We shared a bottle of white wine and enjoyed a long, pleasant meal. We loved the place so much that we tried going back to it two days later, only to find it closed (and we were very...

What a wonderful restaurant! From the moment you walk in, you can feel it: this isn’t just a place to eat – it’s a place to feel welcome. The warm, family-like atmosphere is present in every aspect of the experience. It truly feels like being invited into someone’s home.

Run as a genuine family business, you can sense the love and care poured into every detail. The service is exceptional – attentive, kind, and genuinely caring, without ever being intrusive. Here, the motto really is: The guest is king.

The food is equally outstanding. Everything is freshly prepared with high-quality ingredients and a lot of heart. You can taste the passion in every bite.

This is a place where you can relax, enjoy, and feel completely at ease – whether you’re having a quiet dinner for two or a cheerful family gathering. We’ll definitely be...

Sometimes you learn a lot about people from when things DON’T go well. Our reservation was for a Saturday night and we could not get in because of how busy it was but we were happily transferred over to a weeknight of our choice.

When we arrived, we were treated extremely well and with a sincere apology, which was a nice touch.

About the food; be prepared to be wowed by everything you see and taste. Granted, prices are higher than your standard Belgian-themed restaurant, but nor is it astronomical and two people can have a three-course meal within €100, which is fair for the quality you receive.

We left with bloated bellies and good memories and would love to come back. This is the kind of family success story that is becoming increasingly rare and we wish them...