Briquet, Antwerpen

Celebrated table

Briquet

A cozy Antwerp kitchen serving seasonal Latin-inspired plates and creative snacks, recognized for sustainable practices.

The story

Briquet in Antwerp offers Latin-inspired dining with a We’re Smart Green Guide recognition

A kitchen built on honest cooking

Briquet serves seasonal Latin-inspired dishes in Antwerp, using a straightforward approach that lets fresh produce guide the cooking. The chef crafts a playful à la carte menu where vibrant ingredients take center stage rather than heavy sauces or rigid techniques. This dedication to responsible sourcing and transparent operations secured a place in the 2026 We’re Smart Green Guide, proving that sustainability and everyday comfort can sit comfortably at the same table.

Flavors that travel well

Guests navigate through flavour-packed snacks, bold mains, and indulgent desserts designed to share easily across the table. Each course draws on familiar Mediterranean and Caribbean rhythms, weaving Latin flavors into light preparations that highlight individual ingredients. Vegan modifications appear upon request, ensuring the Latin kitchen accommodates different dietary preferences without resorting to separate menus. The menu shifts regularly to match whatever arrives fresh at the market.

Intimate spaces for relaxed meals

The dining room stays deliberately small, favoring close tables and warm lighting over grand architectural statements. Wooden surfaces and simple textiles create a grounded backdrop that keeps attention focused on conversation and shared plates. Staff move through the space with quiet efficiency, balancing attentive service with a noticeably unpretentious pace. The overall rhythm encourages diners to linger, turning a quick lunch into a relaxed afternoon affair.

Recognition

Awards & accolades

2026
Le Fooding
Listed
2026
We're Smart Green Guide
1 Radish
1 Radish

Ambience

A glimpse inside

Details

At a glance

Le Fooding 2026 — Listed
We're Smart Green Guide 2026 — 1 Radish
Cuisines Bistro
Services Outdoor Seating

History

On the record

2026
Le Fooding — Listed

After crossing paths at Camino, Louis Devos and Jonas Van Sant are lighting a fire at this bistro named Briquet (French for “lighter”) in the Borgerhout district. This laid-back bar à manger boasts a giant terrace, loads of neon lights and wines on tap, plus chef Jakub Blogowski (Kuba for insiders, formerly of Pristine) who’s heating up bellies with well-balanced flavor bombs: fiery scorched BXL sprouts in an indulgent chickpea cream, paired with sautéed shimeji mushrooms and pickled onions; smoked eel livened up with samphire and leeks; a deeply flavorful steak tartare seasoned with black garlic… Call the firefighters, this place is on fire! // Janjan Bon

Established

Location

Find us

Vinçottestraat 36
Antwerpen, Belgium
+32 471 92 28 71
info@briquetantwerp.be
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