Meat & Eat
't Zuid, Antwerp
Restaurant in Antwerp, Belgium
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Meat & Eat is a practical Zuid pick when the priority is an easy Antwerp dinner around Marnixplaats rather than an awards-led destination meal. Book it for a date, small celebration, or business meal where location and a low-drama plan matter; choose Essenz for a clearer Modern French occasion or La Taqueria for a more casual fallback.
About Meat & Eat
Meat & Eat is a restaurant in Antwerp with service listed every day of the week. It is open for both midday and evening: Monday through Thursday from 12:30–2:30 PM and 6–9 PM, Friday and Saturday from 12:30–2:30 PM and 6–10 PM, and Sunday from 12:30–2:30 PM and 6–9 PM. Dress code is casual.
When planning your visit, be aware that details about cuisine, chef, menu format, prices, awards, or specific services may not be available. If you need details such as dietary accommodations, a current menu, booking policy, or service format, check the venue's official channels before you go. For comparison while planning, Essenz and La Taqueria are other options to consider.
A practical Antwerp dining option with daily service
Meat & Eat is easiest to evaluate on schedule and fit. It has midday and evening hours every day, with later evening service on Friday and Saturday. That makes it useful when you want a casual restaurant option in Antwerp and need a clear sense of when the venue is open.
For a first visit, keep the plan simple and confirm any details that matter to your group in advance. Details such as a signature dish, price level, chef, menu structure, phone number, delivery or take-out service, or allergy policy are not specified. If those points are important, confirm them directly before committing.
Where it sits against other options
Meat & Eat can be compared with other dining options depending on the kind of meal you are planning. Fiskebar, Kato, A'sur, Essenz, and La Taqueria are useful names to check alongside it. For a broader planning pass, use our full Antwerp restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- Marnixplaats 1, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- meatandeat.be
- Phone
- +3232381115
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Meat & Eat reads like a neighbourhood steakhouse that prioritises substance over spectacle. Situated on Marnixplaats, the restaurant conveys an unhurried, local sensibility rather than the polished theatricality of Antwerp’s creative fine-dining tier. The writing frames the spot as product-driven — centred on provenance, specific cuts and cooking method — which gives the dining room a direct, classic feel. The atmosphere is relaxed and approachable; it feels like a place for people who care about good meat and straightforward execution rather than ornate plating or tasting menus.
Best For
This is a destination for groups and casual nights out where the food’s centre stage. The meat-focused format and signature large cuts make it well suited to sharing at dinner, while the explicit reference to a 'Beef Lunch' shows the kitchen also serves a midday crowd. Its central, neighbourhood-facing location attracts local diners and foot traffic, so it works for informal gatherings, late-night meals and convivial group dining rather than formal celebrations or tasting-menu experiences.
Ordering Tips
Menus that foreground cuts and cooking technique reward guests who order with the product in mind. Prioritise the signature large-format steaks — the Tomahawk and Côte de Boeuf — when you want a shareable centerpiece, and note the Beef Lunch offering for a focused midday option. Ask staff about provenance and preferred doneness so you get the method that highlights the cut. Because the concept emphasises meat over a tasting narrative, expect straightforward, high-quality preparations rather than elaborate composed plates.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and welcoming atmosphere with friendly service, terrace seating, and comfortable bistro vibe.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Wine Program
- Standard
- Dietary
- Gluten-free options
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Tomahawk Steak
- Beef Lunch
- Côte De Boeuf
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Marnixplaats 1, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Planning details
Location
Marnixplaats 1, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
Choose Essenz for a more polished Modern French occasion, especially when price tier and a clearer dining identity matter.
Choose La Taqueria for a more casual Antwerp meal, or Fiskebar when the table wants seafood rather than a meat-led brief.
Restaurant context
How Meat & Eat compares in Antwerp
Meat & Eat is the lower-friction choice in this Antwerp set: better for a simple Zuid dinner than for diners chasing a sharply defined cuisine or formal occasion signal. Essenz, listed as Modern French at €€€, is the stronger pick when the meal needs to feel more deliberately special and the budget can stretch to a clearer premium bracket.
For a casual night, La Taqueria is the more relaxed cross-shop; for seafood-led plans, Fiskebar is the cleaner fit. Kato and A'sur are useful alternatives when the group wants to compare ambiance before committing.
Book Meat & Eat when convenience and a straightforward dinner plan beat menu research. Choose Essenz for a higher-signal celebration, La Taqueria for a more casual group, and Fiskebar when the brief is specifically seafood.
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Compare Meat & Eat
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meat & Eat | Antwerp | , | , | No published awards |
| La Taqueria | Antwerp | , | , | 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Top 100 Bay Area Restaurants · #502026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #992026 New York Times Best Restaurants in San Francisco2026 Michelin PlateWorld's Best Wine Lists 20252025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Fiskebar | Antwerp | , | , | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Kato | Antwerp | , | , | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #302026 North America's 50 Best Restaurants · #49Star Wine Lists 20262026 James Beard Award Semifinalists2026 James Beard Award Nominees2026 James Beard Award Winners2026 Chinese Restaurant Awards — Elite 12 United States Top 20 Honourees2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2026 Michelin 2 Stars |
| Essenz | Antwerp | Modern French | €€€ | No published awards |
| A’sur | Antwerp | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Meat & Eat handle dietary restrictions?
Is lunch or dinner better at Meat & Eat?
Midday and evening openings are listed every day. Midday hours are 12:30–2:30 PM daily; evening hours run 6–9 PM Sunday through Thursday and 6–10 PM on Friday and Saturday.
Is Meat & Eat good for a special occasion?
It may work for a casual occasion if the hours and Antwerp location suit your plan. For details such as menu, pricing, or booking requirements, confirm directly before you go.
What are alternatives to Meat & Eat?
Other options to compare include La Taqueria, Fiskebar, Kato, Essenz, and A'sur. Choose based on the current menu, availability, and the kind of meal you want.
