Eating & Drinking

Folliez

Korenmarkt 19, Mechelen
Gastronomic delights are the speciality of this popular Michelin starred Mechelen restaurant. Popular for lunch and dinner, the range of dishes is varied and caters for most tastes. An eye for detail and exceptional presentation make mouth watering classic dishes with a Mediterranean accent using the finest fresh market produce. The wine list is also exceptional but if you prefer to take your own wine, the restaurant allows you to bring your own for a small corkage fee.

Brasserie Het Anker

Guido Gezellelaan 51 - 2800 Mechelen
No visit to Flanders would be complete without sampling some of the many delicious beer recipes which provide a unique taste to traditional dishes. In Mechelen, the Brasserie Het Anker is attached to the brewery so its locally made beers complement the local dishes such as Mechelen Cuckoo which is a specially bred form of large chicken with Cuckoo-like feathers.
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Het Anker Brewery

Guido Gezellelaan 49, Mechelen 2800
Het Anker's cafe "brew-pub" is located off the Mechelen market area along the canal. It is an old building with high ceilings, and wood decor. One feature is the anchor inside the bar but the actual brewery is next door. Whilst there, its main beers to try are the Bruynen Anker, a 6% bruin, amber in colour, with caramel flavours and a sweet finish. Tripel Carolus, is a spicy, dry, 9% Golden Tripel with a huge head. And finally, Gulden Carolus, is its dark amber strong ale at 7.5%, with plenty of malty, liquorice flavours, and a big sweet finish. Well recommended and no disappointment! visit website»

Borrel Babbel

Nieuwkerk 2 , 2800 Mechelen
Situated close to St Rombout's Cathedral this small, warm and cosy café, with wooden floors and feature staircase offers one of the best selections of beers and jenevers.