The best restaurants Mechelen

A popular address with locals, it remains hidden from visitors at the end of an ivy-covered cul-de-sac, green and cool in summer. The plates are just as "green", as the emphasis here is on flexitarian and veggie dishes, rich in colorful bouquets of vegetables and fruit, but also supercharged seeds and everything else that's healthy for the body. Seafood and fish are the stars, as in this tuna tataki with walnut and herb crumble, wok vegetables, avocado, pickled ginger, wasabi and coriander... What a program!

Restaurant specializing in tapas, conveniently located on the Grote Markt in the center of Mechelen. You can enjoy traditional Spanish dishes, including gambas, tortillas, patatas bravas, marinated peppers, meatballs, fried calamari, charcuterie and Iberian cheeses, all to share. The place is friendly, the decor successful, especially the wall all in wooden slats, and the prices reasonable. Ideal for a lunch break or an aperitif with friends. Local craft beers on tap.

The former meat market, built in the ^19th century and then abandoned by butchers, has been magnificently transformed. The concept? A mix of foodcourt and designer stores. In a space with an impressive industrial decor, you're spoilt for choice when it comes to satisfying your hunger: from sushi to pizza, from shrimp croquette to burrito and moambé chicken, the choice is yours. Perfect for a quick meal without compromising on quality. A great success!