Every café in Antwerp is different. Some have an authentic old look that hasn’t changed in decades. Others, like Revista, are hip modern places where the laptop crowd hang out.
When it opened 16 years ago, it was one of Antwerp’s first real coffee bars. Inspired by Argentina’s distinctive kioskos, Revista (‘magazine’ in Spanish) carries an extensive range of international design and art magazines.
Located near the fine arts museum KMSKA, it’s a good spot to meet up with an art-loving friend. On summer days, you can sit out on the square drinking a local craft beer.
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