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Caffenation

Cafe Bar Coffee shop Espresso bar

One of the Most Reviewed Coffee shops in Antwerp


Address

Mechelsesteenweg 16, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium

Website

caffenation.be

Contact

+32 3 689 70 13

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Sunday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Monday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM to 5 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 reshaduri 2 years ago on Google
    So far this is the best coffee in Antwerp. Try the Kenya filter, drink it black, it’s amazing, subtle flavors with a deep rich taste that has no bitterness or acidity. Cappuccino and lattes are good as well. Pastries are solid.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stephen 4 years ago on Google
    Super hard to get a spot in this coffeebar, but after 3 times we finally got a spot here. Inside is quite big and a lot of people can be seated, very nice and comfortable chairs and sofas here. The coffees are super delicious here, as well the carrot cake! We were discussing between each other which song was currently playing at the radio when ordering at the counter, and the staff lady picked that up apparently and putted a nice note with the artist and song name at the coffee. So thoughtful!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fwteinh E. 1 year ago on Google
    Great atmosphere and super delicious poppy seed lemon cake! I visit this place at least 1 time a week because it’s a great place to study and their drinks and foods are also very tasty.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dazzle 1 year ago on Google • 179 reviews
    Popular place, good to grab cup of quality coffee here after weekend market, also a good place to meet friends. They have a few outdoor seats, and pretty big indoor space, there is big table as well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joris S. 5 years ago on Google
    Great place for specialty coffee in Antwerp. Must visit in Antwerp and in need of good coffee!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 T 2 years ago on Google
    am a regular customer here. I buy freshly roasted beans here every other week. I come to work here 🧑🏻‍💻for a few hours almost everyday. The place is not the most modern, but has good wifi and comfortable enough seats at big tables. Good atmosphere. But most importantly, great coffee. Lately however, the staff started to “ventilate” the place by opening the doors for extended period of time to let the fresh air inside. Currently, it’s 0 degrees outside. It becomes almost impossible to sit inside for longer than 1h and do anything productive. It’s too cold. I am not sure why the owner decided to implement this, most likely because of assumption that this will slow down COVID spread but none of the other places in the city seem to do that, nor has the government imposed this kind of requirement. I actually closed the windows once and was asked to open them up again. We are already forced to prove that we are all vaccinated to be allowed to enter the premises. Why would you choose to make customers uncomfortable is a mistery to me. Again, great coffee, but due to lack of regard to customer’s needs, I will keep the 2 ⭐️ ⭐️ until the owner changes his mind and removes the unnecessary discomfort. Update: It was wrong of me to give 2 stars just because of the cold air. I would give the place 5 stars, but because of the above mentioned reasons, I take 1 star for the discomfort. I am saying that, ventilating with cold air from outside does as much harm as covid itself. People get easily sick because of sudden temperature changes as well. You could look into proper ventilation system if you choose to follow the absurd rules of the government.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Natalia O. 3 years ago on Google
    I loved cappuccino in Caffènation they have very good bland of arabica. During the corona they didn’t make any food like sandwiches, they had only some pastry like croissant and pan-chocolate. But I enjoyed this breakfast time anyway! Highly recommend this place if you love coffee ☕️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Freddy Antonio Chacón U. 4 years ago on Google
    I just loved it because it gave me the a European style coffee shop I always look when in Europe. So, it is a cozy coffee shop to bring your laptop and work on in (or a book). The staff is very polite, they do not rush you to keep buying “stuff” like in other places I’ve been. The morning I was there, was crowded but somehow you do not get to feel it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Selin A. 1 year ago on Google
    Their coffee is quality and tasty. They have vegan milk including coconut milk which is my favourite, which most coffee places don’t have. But most importantly, they have free tap water. This is the most humaine and civilised decision for a cafe/bar. Unfortunately, only few countries have the decency to regulate the right to drink free tap water in cafe/bars and Belgium is not one of them. We love Caffenation
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aleksandar G. 1 year ago on Google
    Really nice place to take a drink like coffee, tea or some refreshing juice. It has a really kind and hospitable stuff. Coffee is great.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nelson L. 10 months ago on Google
    Free biscuits, free water, free wifi, clean bathrooms, nice music, friendly staff. AND, great coffee! The perfect pit stop if you’re traveling. Recommend! Visit Date: June 2, 2023
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Abba Z. 1 year ago on Google
    I buy my coffee beans there. Great beans! Those who prefer select coffee that tastes like a yummy fruity treat are going to love it. Those who like Italian style (or Starbucks) over-roasted beans you are more likely to be disappointed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Neha S. 2 months ago on Google • 214 reviews New
    Excellent coffee in Antwerp! We ordered the cappucino (which is smaller than most coffee shops because it's only 140ml), and the balance of coffee and milk was perfect. The place was jam packed on a Saturday evening, but service was fast even though the queue was a bit chaotic.

  • 5/5 Pavel K. 8 months ago on Google • 154 reviews
    One of the best coffee I had. It has outside area next to the street and large inside with comfortable sittings. You need to order and pay at the entrance and there is no table service. But one of the only places that offers water in Antwerp for free. The only one actually that I know. Also at the exit there is jar of cookies to grab for free. The service is extremely nice, professionally trained and fast. There have pastries at the counter. Lovely place for a coffee. Definitely will go to my coffee places list.

  • 5/5 Mankoc C. 1 year ago on Google • 59 reviews
    One of my favorite place to go and have a coffee with friends also good spot to go to work at your computer or to have a short meeting, there you’ll find a menu with delicious coffees and tea, also you can buy the coffee products and make it at home yourself, you must try their cookies and cakes, everything so delicious, the staffs are always welcoming and friendly all the time so this a plus, cozy environment, the price range are quite good compared with other places, one more thing, you can have during your coffee time free water (filter water) and also speculos cookies for your coffee, so definitely this is a must visit place for you, 100% recommended!

  • 4/5 M&mC 6 months ago on Google • 32 reviews
    - great coffee, the espresso is strong heads up. - nice sweets, I recommend the cookie and the banana bread. - nice atmosphere, especially the room with poster on the wall.

  • 5/5 Mila S. 7 months ago on Google • 32 reviews
    Perfect friendly service and atmosphere both outside and inside especially at the top floor overviewing the sunlit street ✨ Free WiFi makes it great for working and business meetings Espresso tonic is the best 👌

  • 5/5 Marie D. 3 months ago on Google • 25 reviews New
    Amazing coffee and a very nice atmosphere!! 💓 10/10 would recommend + adding this place to my google maps list :)

  • 5/5 Yuri vd B. 2 years ago on Google
    Good service; even better coffee. Service is quick but does demand you to order at the counter and (wait to) bring it up to your table of choice. There are many pastries to choose from to accompany your coffee of choice.

  • 4/5 Cristina R. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice coffee, the place is trending. Nice people. Mostly very jong, students. And is great for the coffee and tea loves. I love it 🥰

  • 5/5 Cristiana M. 2 years ago on Google
    Simply BEST COFFEE in town. What else to add? They are constantly serving the same savoury coffee, day after day. Their consistency and friendly service is unbeatable.

  • 5/5 Jacki P. 2 years ago on Google
    Best filter coffee I've had in a long time, with fast and friendly service

  • 5/5 VictorEnrique 2 years ago on Google
    Me and my friends came across this gem after an accident we had, it really was the best part of our day after spending the morning in the hospital! After that, I come here at least once a week! Superb coffee and tasty baked goods!

  • 5/5 Rajae B. 3 months ago on Google New
    Excellent coffee and the best service. Highly recommended <3

  • 5/5 Helen S. 2 years ago on Google
    Love this place - very chill and relaxed. Americano and filter coffee is great! I only drink back coffee, but my family said the cappuchino and hot chocolate they tried was the best in Antwerp! I love seating on the second floor next to the window - you get a magnificent view of the street. Staff is nice, friendly and helpful.

  • 5/5 Z E. 2 years ago on Google
    There Honduran espresso was sooooo good. Very few coffee spots serve up espresso from smaller, not known countries like Honduras. Caffenation helps you explore these flavors since most shops only pull Ethiopian, Colombian and Brazilian espressos. Very busy location with a mod bar. Even though it’s high volume, the barista la handle it pretty well and the milk was steamed to the right temp and texture. The servers were very attentive to cleaning tables and keeping the place tidy and neat. They also have restrooms for their customers which is a plus.

  • 4/5 Fabian H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Friendly place and friendly staff. To be honest, the cappuccino was disappointing, but the late and flat white were delicious ? (Original) Gezellige plek en vriendelijk personeel. De cappuccino viel eerlijk gezegd nogal tegen, maar de late en flat white waren heerlijk ?

  • 5/5 Valerie L. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the vibes and atmosphere of this café! Really enjoyed the Malteser drink and the oats!

  • 4/5 Dirk S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very extensive coffee card. A must for enthusiasts. (Original) Zeer uitgebreide koffiekaart. Voor de liefhebbers een must.

  • 5/5 Khalid C. 4 years ago on Google
    Great coffee and Choco

  • 5/5 Emma S. 3 months ago on Google • 11 reviews New
    Amazing find, really good lattes and the most delicious lemon curd tart pastry I have ever had. Honestly I don’t even like citrusy flavoured things and this was incredible! Staff are very sweet and friendly too even though I only spoke English. Definitely stop here if you’re in the area!

  • 5/5 Ting-Kai C. 5 years ago on Google
    Among Antwerp’s rich coffee scene, Caffènation is definitely one of the leading spots as it’s roasting business supply’s many other cafes in town. This coffee shop is located right at the end of the Sunday market in town, a stone throw away from the main square car park as well. Easy access but away from tourists. When we arrived it’s pretty busy but we were still pretty lucky to get a table overlooking the lower floors. It’s full of happy young to mid age customers enjoying coffee and chat in a colourful relaxing atmosphere. As a roaster, their coffee menu is fairly extensive with nice quality. One of the best tastes offered in town. What I liked most is how their interpretation of the traditional European way of serving coffee. Instead of having biscuits coming with coffee cups, they provide a big jar of yummy biscuits at the water station so when taking water, customers are welcomed to grab a few if they like. I simply couldn’t stop eating the biscuits. This is definitely a spot I’d like to come back to more.

  • 5/5 Sonal K. 1 year ago on Google
    What an experience at Caffenation! Went there in the morning. Their chai Latte was excellent! The place is laptop friendly, great place to work or study!

  • 5/5 Stefan V. 2 years ago on Google
    We enjoyed the wonderful atmosphere and cups of lovely coffee merely as tourists, but I can imagine that this place is great for working too. The filter coffee was gentle, just as we like it, so we bought a bag of beans to enjoy at home. Would definitely visit again next time we're in Antwerp.

  • 5/5 Romain 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent coffee break with a small but nice selection of pastries. It was a bit crowded inside so we preferred to have a seat outside.

  • 5/5 yassine k. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice place. I asked some questions about coffee and the different types and they gave a lot of time and knowledge.I felt in very good hands and welcome. One of the best customer service I had. I'll definitely drive 50km again for that place.

  • 5/5 dineshkumar b. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place - very chill and relaxed. Americano and filter coffee is great! I only drink back coffee, but my friends said the cappuchino and hot chocolate they tried was the best in Antwerp! I love seating on the second floor next to the window - you get a magnificent view of the street. Staff is nice, friendly and helpful.

  • 4/5 Timothy R. 4 months ago on Google
    My flat white was good, not great (quite bitter, seems to be a very dark roast). The cinnamon roll was very tasty and balanced, but cold. The space is cramped in the entry, and ordering can be chaotic. However the staff is very friendly.

  • 5/5 Emma S. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice staff. The coffee was very good and the cookie we had was also delicious!! Would recommend :)

  • 3/5 D C. 1 year ago on Google
    Stopped by one morning. Limited menu options for breakfast, so ordered a nice cappuccino and a freshly baked croissant.

  • 5/5 Yade S. 8 months ago on Google
    The drinks were delicious. Enough space inside to chill and rest. Charging phone and laptop also possible. Tap water and cookies for free.

  • 2/5 fouzya t. 1 year ago on Google
    The cinnamon roll was not well baked I could taste the dough and still the bartender was convincing me that it is well baked just fresh! If you don’t know how to cook or how real baked stuff taste please don’t make me sick on the morning! I went back not for the money but for not throwing it in trash.

  • 5/5 Vlad P. 1 year ago on Google
    the tastiest coffee shop. divine strong flat white, soft latte, invigorating cappuccino. pastries are very tasty soft air moderately sweet and salty. overall one drug.

  • 4/5 Barbara M. 3 years ago on Google
    Always a pleasure.

  • 4/5 Maryse V. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Delicious coffees, casual atmosphere. (Original) Heerlijke koffies, ongedwongen sfeer.

  • 4/5 Fion C. 4 years ago on Google
    Very lovely place sit down and chill

  • 5/5 박다은 4 years ago on Google
    The chocolate pie was sooo good

  • 4/5 dhr Van R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Coffee is okay. (Original) Koffie is oké.

  • 5/5 karl Van der H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Finally enjoy a nice coffee on a terrace. (Original) Eindelijk nog eens van een lekkere koffie genieten op een terras.

  • 5/5 Mohamed Seifeddine F. 3 years ago on Google
    The place is great for a casual coffee, to read or do computer work. Nice pastries also can be found.

  • 5/5 Thorsten K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great flat white! Great to sit outside in summer. (Original) Grossartiger Flat White! Im Sommer klasse zum draussen sitzen.

  • 4/5 Salty R. 3 years ago on Google
    Kinds waiters.

  • 5/5 Ebert D. 3 years ago on Google
    Superfriendly!

  • 4/5 Erik J. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Friendly staff with knowledge .. (Original) Vriendelijk personeel met kennis van zaken..

  • 5/5 Matthew M. 4 years ago on Google
    Arguably the best espresso in Antwerp, if not in all of Belgium.

  • 4/5 Dilek S. 4 years ago on Google
    When it is crowded, it needs a little airing inside. Was smelling like a underground gym today. But the coffee is delicious and staff are lovely.

  • 5/5 Tim Van den B. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the best coffee bars in town

  • 5/5 Carlos M. 4 years ago on Google
    Best laptop friendly working space I've been so far. Power sockets are easy to find, staff doesn't bother you, stay as long as you want, other people also working and chatting, big and small tables and even sofas. And the coffee hmmm

  • 4/5 Maarten Van Den P. 5 years ago on Google
    Nice environment for both working as for enjoying your coffee in good company. Theplace was full of puns (sometimes in Dutch) Great coffee and the advice of which coffee to take were entirely correct. Sole remark is that my mug was damaged...The presentation in the glass was original. I am coming back

  • 3/5 Vasilis G. 5 years ago on Google
    Nice coffee and the music was ok. The place is nice decorated and is a good option to sit on your laptop for a little.

  • 5/5 Jason L. 4 years ago on Google
    Best coffee roaster in town and I've had them all. More than a few times. Some of the others are very, very good. But caffènation always seems to have some new and interesting coffee on offer, and their roasts are consistently on another level. They did a macerated coffee earlier this month that blew my socks off.

  • 5/5 Laurent B. 5 years ago on Google
    I had two filter coffees and they were exceptional. I would come everyday if I lived in Antwerp. The vibe, the place is really cool.

  • 5/5 Adel G. 5 years ago on Google
    One of the best coffee places i visited. Ever. Friendly staff, delicious "brownies" (looks like chocolate cake), nice interior. They even had vegan cake that day. Would definitely recommend to coffee lovers and addicts.

  • 5/5 Ibrahin P. 5 years ago on Google
    Very nice quality coffee, one of the best espresso I have tried in Antwerp. The 'Cortadito' was also very good... You can also buy excellent coffee (grains or grounded) to bring home.

  • 5/5 Sander H. 4 years ago on Google
    Good strong coffee from a La Marzocco machine.

  • 5/5 Frank M. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome coffees and baked goods....

  • 4/5 Aaron G. 4 years ago on Google
    As a London tourist all I wanted to do was sit in a European cafe and sip some coffee this happened to be the perfect spot. The staff were very friendly and the place was buzzing. Good selection of coffee and snacks. Good for getting work done and also catching up eitj friend. Coffee was well balanced, meduim roast

  • 5/5 Gilles D. 4 years ago on Google
    Best coffee in town!

  • 4/5 Kris Van D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Cozy coffee shop. (Original) Gezellige koffiezaak.

  • 4/5 Nicolas G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good solid coffee for a little break (Original) Guter solider Kaffee für eine kleine Pause

  • 4/5 Raf Van G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good kaffe! (Original) Goeie kaffe!

  • 5/5 Michael R. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent coffee, nice atmosphere. Go there for a nice coffein kick

  • 5/5 Sapan J. 4 years ago on Google
    Super coffee n teas

  • 5/5 IsabelleVD 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Everything is made fresh, including soft drinks! (Original) Alles wordt vers gemaakt, ook frisdrank!

  • 5/5 Matthew L. 4 years ago on Google
    Cool cafe

  • 4/5 Jimmy V. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice coffee, but a bit too "hip" for me. (Original) Lekkere koffie, maar iets te "hip" wat mij betreft.

  • 4/5 Judy T. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice cafe with tasty coffee, nice staff and cosy atmosphere.

  • 4/5 Maarten D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very nice coffee bar in the center of Antwerp located near the Leien. The trendy look in combination with vintage stuff immediately gives you a nice feeling when you enter. The cappuccino was delicious and the hot chocolate tasted very good. Not very cheap but worth it. (Original) Een hele lekkere koffiebar in het centrum van Antwerpen gelegen vlakbij de Leien. De trendy look in combinatie met vintage spullen geeft je direct een fijn gevoel als je binnenkomt. De cappuccino was heerlijk en ook de warme chocolademelk smaakte zeer goed. Niet erg goedkoop maar de moeite waard.

  • 5/5 Lieven P. 4 years ago on Google
    When matters come down to the making, brewing, serving... Then there's one nation in port of Antwerp: Caffenation! (exclamation)

  • 5/5 P D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Friendly service, nice tea, free WiFi. (Original) Vriendelijke bediening, lekkere thee, gratis WiFi.

  • 5/5 Patrick W. 4 years ago on Google
    Love this coffee shop, great coffee, great atmosphere and really nice cake.

  • 5/5 Donny de k. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) According to price quality? Delicious! (Original) Volgens prijs kwaliteit? Heerlijk!

  • 4/5 damla t. 4 years ago on Google
    Good coffee! Good wibe

  • 1/5 Przemyslaw P. 4 years ago on Google
    Where those stars come from? Coffee ordinary, inside not very clean... ok, unique place but this is not what I call made in Belgium: personally I am disappointed


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Checks
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Quick bite
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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