View Antwerp from the Sixth Floor
The location gives Gran Duca its unique character. You’re not dining at street level, but above De Keyserlei, with a panoramic 180-degree view of the Antwerp skyline. The Central Station and De Keyserlei are part of this cityscape, keeping Antwerp prominently in view during your meal, even as you leave the hustle and bustle behind.
Not only can you enjoy the city view from the restaurant, but the rooftop terraces on the sixth floor also offer this panorama. The view is not just an addition; it’s an essential part of your visit to Gran Duca.
Inside, an elegant, warm atmosphere complements the refined Italian cuisine. This makes the restaurant appealing for occasions where both the food and the setting matter. You don’t need to plan a grand celebration; even a dinner for two can be a reason to see Antwerp from above.
From Classic Pasta to Risotto and Ossobuco
The menu centers on Italian traditions, focusing on quality ingredients and contemporary presentation. Classic pasta dishes and risottos serve as recognizable starting points. It’s a cuisine for those who seek familiar Italian flavors while also valuing a well-crafted culinary experience.
In addition to those classics, you’ll find fresh crab pasta and ossobuco. This offers various directions for your meal: pasta, rice, or an Italian meat specialty. Your party doesn’t all have to share the same preference to enjoy a cohesive dining experience.
Seasonal suggestions are also part of the offerings. Feel free to start your choice based on what you’re in the mood for: a pasta dish, risotto, or ossobuco. This combination of familiar dishes and changing suggestions allows you to pick a favorite or try something new.
A Wine List Featuring Barolo, Brunello, and Regional Discoveries
The Italian theme continues in the glass. The wine list includes Barolo, Brunello, Barbaresco, and Chianti, along with special regional discoveries. For those who enjoy Italian wine, there are both well-known names and opportunities to explore beyond the usual choices.
This gives wine a significant role alongside the dishes. You might have an immediate preference for a particular name, or you may prefer to let your dish guide your choice. The menu invites you to pay attention to this selection as well.
For a group of wine lovers, this is an extra reason to discover Gran Duca. It’s not just pasta or ossobuco that brings you into the Italian spirit; the selection of wines keeps the meal firmly within the same culinary tradition.
For Two, with Friends, or for a Special Occasion
Gran Duca suits various types of gatherings. A romantic dinner gets a panoramic backdrop, while a birthday or a meal with family and friends can revolve around an extensive Italian dining experience. The warm, elegant environment provides a refined setting for these moments without making the occasion feel overly formal.
The restaurant is also a great option for a stylish business lunch. Its central location on De Keyserlei and the combination of cuisine and view give a business meeting a different atmosphere.
Whatever the occasion, feel free to let the restaurant be the main focus of your gathering. The dishes, wine list, and city view offer enough to build your visit around, rather than seeing dinner as just a stop along the way.
From a Day in the City to an Italian Table
The Hyllit Hotel is within walking distance of Antwerp-Central, the Meir, and the historic city center. This allows you to combine a visit to Gran Duca with a shopping trip or a stroll through the city. Start at the shops or head towards the historic center, and then continue your day with an Italian meal on the sixth floor.
If you’re arriving by train, the proximity to the Central Station is a practical connection. The building that marks your arrival reappears in the view above, giving your city visit a nice coherence without needing to plan a complicated route.
If you wish to stay overnight, you can do so in the same hotel. Hyllit Hotel Antwerpen is a four-star superior hotel with renovated rooms and suites. This way, you can incorporate the combination of city and restaurant into a longer stay, with Gran Duca as a culinary highlight of your Antwerp weekend.
At Gran Duca, you don’t have to choose between an Italian meal and a distinctive Antwerp setting. Pasta, risotto, ossobuco, and Italian wines are accompanied by the skyline. A place to dine together and discover the city from a different angle.
