We were visiting Bruges and staying at Hotel Aragon, and this restaurant came highly recommended on…read morethe hotel's list. It checked all the boxes I was looking for - local Belgian cuisine, affordable, close by, and open late. Exactly what you want after a long day of drinking Belgian beers. I didn't realize ribs were such a big deal in Belgium, so I was genuinely excited when I ordered them... only to feel deep disappointment when the server returned to let me know they had just sold out. Luckily, I pivoted to the vol-au-vent and had absolutely no regrets. The chicken was moist and creamy, and the pastry was incredibly flaky and light. Naturally, I paired it with a Trappist ale, which felt mandatory. Cozy, satisfying, and quintessentially Belgian--this spot lived up to the recommendation and then some.

Our son actually looked up and recommended this restaurant to us. He's 16. His recommendation was…read moreright on point! The food was so fresh and flavorful! My son loved his beef stew and applesauce. My husband loved his salmon and I absolutely loved my salad! The tomatoes tasted like they were right out of a garden!! It was one of the best salads I've ever had! The restaurant could be good just for a casual dinner or it could also be a nice romantic place to spend time with loved ones! The waiters were very nice and helpful, making recommendations that proved to be amazing!

Beautiful setting with outdoor tables available. As it gets cold outside, they have fires and…read moreblankets to keep warm. The star of this dinner was the lamb -- the best we've had anywhere. Worth traveling to Brugge for this lamb!

First and best Moules frites experience in Belgium! After the first awkward interaction for our…read moreearly dinner, the owner(?) opened up and graciously walked us through this local specialty. It was very good, especially the garlic wine broth version. He even mentioned very honestly that it wasn't really mussel season, but said their preparation was the best. He was right! Fries with mayo was good too, especially since I've lived in the northwest!

Wow. Not a bar or street side eatery. A real restaurant. We made reservations and got a great seat…read moreupstairs by the window. Pork cheek stew fell apart as we ate it. Half order of mussels was plenty. Got garlic but it wasn't overpowering. Small cup of cauliflower soup was a nice compliment appetizer. Beer selection was good and not overpriced. We will come back when in the area. And will make reservations on a Friday night.

Our first real meal in Belgium was an absolute winner here! Unless there was more seating hidden…read moreupstairs or around a corner in the back, In Den Wittenkop is a pretty small place, so a reservation is probably a good idea. It's certainly a charming little place, and on a slightly drizzly day it was a very pleasant place to be in from the cold and rain. The Mosselen Natuur (plain steamed mussels) were big, meaty, well-cleaned, and tasty, but if you're not a shellfish fan, the Stoofpotje van Varkenswangetjes (pork cheek stew) is a great choice. Extremely tender pork cheek with minimal excess fat, and a lot of it, with a delicious red wine sauce plus much better fries than we'd had earlier on the main square made my night. I'd say that this was the best meal I had in our trip to Belgium, definitely one I'd repeat if we visit Bruges again!

Great tapas at this place. Fresh ingredients and a good soundtrack at a local place off the beaten…read morepath in northern Bruges (maybe a 12 minute walk from the Markt). I wish were going to be in town tomorrow evening so we could come back. Ginger mussels,bbq shrimp and ricotta avocado tapas were awesome and hit the spot at a reasonable price.

The food in Bruges is really nice. We absolutely loved the lacquered pork appetizer. We also had…read morethe meat loaf with a local beer that was awesome as well. Very good food with great service.

Came here for our first dinner in Bruges and we didn't leave disappointed! Interior felt very homey…read moreand warm. The service was super kind, professional, and quick. The menu had a good selection of traditional Belgian food which all tasted delicious. My favorite were the mussels for sure. SO many and for such an affordable price! The stew I got as well was hearty and felt very warming. Overall, I couldn't recommend this spot more if you're in the area - thanks, De Gastro!

Exceptional food and service. Reservations definitely required. One of the best meals I've had in…read moreEurope-Osso Bucco of veal cooked to perfection, unctuous sauce, pasta with fresh herbs. Rabbit exceptionally tender and flavorful. Good desserts and coffee. Be prepared for higher prices in Belgium but quality is worth it. Cozy seating and attentive service. Highly recommended.

Best food we had Bruges. I enjoyed the chicken gyro and my husband the pork belly. Fries were the…read morestar!! This is a take away only place but worth the stop.

Hot fresh Greek gyros with steamy fries inside great spices and sauce adorne this hot pita…read more wrapped and put on box for easy eating Fast and friendly service

My 2nd visit and I would highly recommend a stop here at sometime during your visit to Bruges. Lots…read moreof beer choices, some cheese or sausage snacks. Pretzels. Lively, on the canal which was a huge attraction for us as we first noticed the brewery from our canal ride. Just lovely, plenty of seating, attached to a beer museum of some sort ? I really enjoyed our time here on both occasions, once in mid march once in late June.

**This review is for the beer only.**…read more My husband and I split a flight of their six beers and had a good time. We sat outside to enjoy the views of the canal. They do brewery tours and serve some food but we did not try either of those. Cheers!

If you are looking for that authentic waffle - try this place out…read more The service was as efficient as possible so don't let the line deter you but do expect a little wait. It was a charming little place that delivered an amazing waffle.

We spent one day in Belgium on our trip to Europe, decided to go to Bruges for the day, and went…read moreback to Chez Albert MULTIPLE times just because of how good these waffles were. The strawberries are SO fresh and compliment the warm, fluffy waffle so well. The ice cream is a great addition if you're in looking to have a waffle on a hot summer day as well. The service was very quick as you just walk up, order and pay, and go to the other window to pick up your waffle. It was great, we got our waffles and were able to walk around Bruges and eat them. Truly a must do.

This place is very easy to find, and super cute inside. Very eclectic decor - from china (teacups,…read moreplates, etc.) to clowns, fresh flowers on the larger table in the back, and a lot of tables/seating packed into a fairly small, but cosy space. We were seated right away, around 10:15 on a Saturday morning. I ordered a coffee, and water - the coffee is not what this American is used to (very small cup), that was 3/4 full. It was ok, the breakfast sandwich was the true standout here. Beautiful presentation, perfectly cooked egg with a nice runny yolk, a generous pile of bacon, tomato and lettuce, on a toasted bagel. So good!

Cute bagel breakfast stop with friendly service and fresh ingredients many kinds of teas and…read morecoffee and freshly made bagel sandwiches We went the sweet route with fresh fruits and cream cheese and pretty white chocolate shavings we also enjoyed the savory egg bacon avacado bagel A fancy breakfast delight just a bit hefty on the wallet

Good cafe,many choose of cakes,tea,coffee,great service and location,WiFi password:Gulliver1…read moreI ordered French press coffee single origin Indonesia for 6.5€ but taste was awful,I guess the French press doesn't work very well for this method of brew coffee,maybe V60 or Chemix,it was a waste money In general this coffee shop is so nice but coffee should be better

what a great place! i stopped in here around noon for some coffee and a small bite to eat. I…read moreordered the bread basket which came with olive oil and herbs. It was fantastic, not to mention the place is very comforting. I will be back!