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Trattoria Boretti Antwerp

Trattoria Boretti is a modern Italian restaurant located in Antwerp’s Nieuw Zuid district, part of a small group that also has locations in Mechelen and Amsterdam. The concept focuses on the essence of Italian dining: fresh ingredients, simple recipes and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. The menu is built around homemade pasta, classic dishes and Italian wines, all served in an open, contemporary setting.

The Antwerp location stands out for its calm setting, slightly removed from the busy city centre, and its modern interior with large windows and a mix of industrial and warm design elements.

Price category: €€

Website Trattoria Boretti

Em’s star rating

The setting is calm, and the food is just solid Italian done right. I had pasta and a limoncello spritz, and everything felt well balanced, nothing over the top. It’s a nice spot when you want a proper dinner without it feeling too formal.

Fun fact

Trattoria Boretti is built around the Italian idea of “sprezzatura”, basically effortless hospitality. That’s why everything feels so relaxed and natural, even though there’s a lot of attention to detail behind the scenes.

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