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Pont Neuf Antwerp

Pont Neuf sits on the water in Antwerp’s ’t Eilandje district, right by the MAS and dockside views. It opened in 2020 under chef Tommy Bocklandt with a clear focus on seafood, shellfish and fish from the North Sea, served à la carte based on the best seasonal and daily catches rather than a fixed menu. The restaurant’s design is intimate and understated, with an outdoor terrace that opens onto the quay in warmer months.

Pont Neuf’s dedication to ingredient-driven cooking earned it a Michelin star and a 14/20 Gault & Millau score, placing it among Antwerp’s notable fine-dining addresses. While seafood is at the heart of the menu, the wine list draws from Burgundy, Italy and the Mediterranean to match the flavours without overpowering them.

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Pont Neuf is a refined seafood restaurant that focuses on top-quality North Sea fish and shellfish, prepared with precision and restraint. Set right by the water, the atmosphere stays calm and elegant without feeling stiff, and the carefully chosen wine list fits the food rather than stealing the spotlight.

Fun fact

Pont Neuf’s name isn’t just a stylish choice, it nods to both the famous Pont Neuf bridge in Paris and a new pedestrian bridge near the restaurant that connects Oostkaai and Westkaai on Antwerp’s ’t Eilandje, symbolising connection, much like the restaurant aims to connect tradition with modern seafood cooking.

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