Antwerpse Brouw Compagnie – Taproom

Located in a former industrial/railway building on the Eilandje quay in Antwerp, the Antwerpse Brouw Compagnie Taproom is both a working brewery and a welcoming beer-destination. The team set out to resurrect the city’s historic “Seef Bier” tradition and today the taproom allows you to savour the result in a lively yet relaxed space.

You’ll find large shiny brew-kettles and fermentation tanks visible behind one end of the room, giving an authentic brewery-feel, while the rest of the space functions as bar + restaurant + beer-garden. Reviews highlight the “spacious courtyard / beer-garden” for sunny afternoons and the inviting indoor taproom for cooler hours.

The core beer offering centres around Seef Bier (a 6.5% pale/amber brew with local heritage) along with additional house brews, seasonal specials and bottle/can releases. One visitor described it: “Delicious… I could have happily stayed all evening.”

Food is a strong part of the experience — the kitchen serves sharing-plates, burgers, ribs in beer-sauce, vegetarian options, and even full meal dinners. The menu is described as “a beer-restaurant in the taproom” with plenty of casual comfort-food to accompany your pours.

The taproom opens at specific times (Wed/Thu from 16:00-23:00, Fri/Sat from 12:00-24:00, Sun 12:00-21:00; closed Mon/Tue) — so catching it in the right window matters.

In short

if you’re in Antwerp and want a serious yet friendly beer stop with local character, good food, and brewery-vibes rather than tourist bar fare, the Antwerpse Brouw Compagnie Taproom fits beautifully.