Billie’s Bier Kafétaria

Very nice place in the cosy center of Antwerp.
The four of us ordered tortellini, seabarse risotto, chili con carne and pork cheeks in Beer sauce.
The risotto was a little bit too hard (personal preference) and the tortellini could have been served warmer but overall the tastes were all delicious. I would absolutely go back to try the other dishes!

Fantastic place in every possible way! It’s rare while traveling for me to go back to a place a second time, as I like to experience as many different places as possible. I made it a point to come back to Billie’s before leaving Antwerp.
Billie’s was a hit from the moment I walked in the door. I love the charm of very old places, and Billie’s has it in abundance.
There are mostly locals here, which is what I prefer when traveling to get a feel for how people live.
Billie is actually the owner’s dog, whom I met playing outside with some of the patrons on the way in. He’s a riot! He has free run of the place, and will come over to say hi if he likes you :)
Everyone was super friendly, from the owner to the staff to the patrons.
Billie’s is very popular, and most of the tables on both levels were taken each time I came.
My first night I was lucky enough to get one of the few seats at the bar. The food was terrific, as was a specialty liquor of Belgium: Jenever.
My next night in, the place was completely packed, and the owner asked a table of 2 if I could join them. They happily said yes, and we had hours of fantastic conversation. I had planned on a quick drink or 2, but the people were so friendly, the food so good, and the atmosphere so terrific, I stayed until almost closing time.
In my opinion, this is one of the must-​see places while you are in Antwerp. I can’t recommend it highly enough.

Wow, from the food to the beer. The place is small and packed, which only adds to the experience. Great for tourists wanting to get a local fell of Antwerpen.

How can I ever give anything less than FIVE?!
Cozy cozy cozy. Imagine going here around Christmas. The music they played was soft and old style.
Selection of beers are fine and food is really good.
The guy at Abbey no 8 recommended this brown pub.
I love this place!