Diligence was exactly the kind of authentic Belgian food type restaurant we were looking for…read more Food, Ambiance, Service were all above par and our waiter, Michael and all service personnel, was friendly, engaging, and personable. The Flemish stew was the best we've had in Belgium, period. The Vol au Vent, delicious. The frites, spot on. The beer selection was also excellent. So you will not be disappointed. Overall, when in Bruges, make it your first stop, and maybe your last too. Prost!

A great place to get comfort food and beer in Bruges. They appeared in the movie "In Bruges". We…read moresat upstairs and got a couple of items. The vol au vent was tasty. Hubby got the Flemish beef stew. Our picky son got the linguini bolognese. They were able to refill our frites that came with the Vol au vent. Recommend this place for Flemish comfort food.

Hint: slide door to get in. I love how restaurants go the extra mile for you. On our reservation we…read moreasked for a high chair. When we got there, the table was all set up and my little one had his own small utensil setting. He also received some baby chips to nibble on. The food was great and had an extensive food and drink menu. I tried the rabbit dish and the beef stew. The pricing was surprisingly reasonable for Brugge, and only a 10 min walk from the center. My only complaint is that they put an IPA beer in the category "amber." They are two totally different types. Highly recommend though

I am very judgemental towards food, once I eat at a bad place I usually don't go back. This place…read moreis delicious, I'm having freshly made bolognese lasagna, amazingly good. homemade ice tea with berries, really berries inside, and the homemade waffle with homemade chocolate sauce was absolutely delicious. So tasty ..fyi... I took a picture after I started eating the lasagna, looked good and tasted amazing

A fair place. Healthy options. Our dinner was good. A basic dinner with potencial to be better. My…read morechicken was slightly overcooked but the combination of sauce, veggies and spices made it okay.

Atmosphere: 5/5. Set in an old convent, very cool interior. Small but cozy. There is a back yard…read morearea where you can sit when the weather is nice. The restaurant is in the middle of town within a few blocks to the main town square. The menu has pictures of the nunnery attire, maybe how they brewed their own beer? They only had it in Dutch, no English menu. Food: 3/5. Bland food, which is not uncommon for Flemish cuisine, but meat was also quite tough. We tried the 2 most popular dishes, Brochette Oud Clooster, and Rundsstoverij met Westmalle Dubbel, and were not impressed. Both bland. The brochette was supposed to be medium rare but came out well done. Dry and tough. The dipping sauce has a hint of curry but wasn't enough to carry the whole dish. The stew has a yummy base, I could pick out the beer flavors (Belgians truly have the best beers in the world). Meat pieces were tough, which is a shame given this is a stew. They should have use a fattier cut of beef like chuck. Meme Gusta has a similar but much more flavorful Flemish stew. The no-bake cheese cake was light and refreshing. Good for 1 person, small to share between 2. Service: 2/5. They had no English menu. At this point I have come to Belgium enough to pick out a few familiar terms, but I would have liked to be able to see what other dishes they had. Had to aggressively flag down waiter whenever we needed something. they also charge €1.80 for tap water. This place is popular enough even for locals that one can't get in without reservations. We were told they only have 2 slots: 6-8 or 8-10. We picked the earlier one. The restaurant was only half full until about 7.

WOW! My husband and I visited this restaurant on our last night in Brugges in October. It was…read morerecommended to us by the staff at the Hotel Van Cleef as one of the best-kept secrets, and they were not kidding. We arrived too early, due to an unplanned walk, and were warmly accommodated by Maya, server. She kindly allowed us to sit and order wine while we waited for the kitchen to open officially. The restaurant is small but very well-appointed and cozy. They also had excellent music playing. It is clearly a favorite with locals because it quickly fills up with people who know the owners very well. Thomas, who told us he was a busboy at the restaurant years ago is now the owner with the cook, Zura. The food was outstanding! My husband ordered a stead, which the chef brought over to him before he cooked it. I ordered the Dover sole, which was perfect. I honestly cannot say enough good things about this restaurant, and we will definitely be back! Thank you so much for such a memorable evening! https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g188671-d4185495-r935455711-De_Verloren_Hoek-Bruges_West_Flanders_Province.html#

Authentic, quaint restaurant off the beaten path with wonderful food and ambience. The staff were…read morewarm and helpful and the meal delicious. The stew is served with a side of apple sauce and frites. The frites were unevenly cut and clearly handmade as opposed to the standard fare of frozen fries at most other places. The price was reasonable. Great place for dinner.

Excellent restaurant with impeccable service. I had the…read moreFlemish Stu, which was extremely delicious as I ate every drop. The beef was tender, and the spices were pungent. My friend had the rabbit with croquettes. He loved it and was almost licking the plate since the sauce was delectable. The atmosphere is unassuming and eclectic

Recommended by Les Frenchies on YouTube; enjoyed our food and experience until it was time to pay…read morethe check and our waiter suggested that my husband pay in cash. I asked if there was a fee for using a card, and he told us that if we tip on the card, the money goes straight to the owners, but if we tip in cash, it would go to the wait staff. Since tipping is not standard practice in Belgium, I was really put off by the suggestion.

Great food, great location by the canal, cozy ambiance. Fun to find like a speak easy hidden down…read morecorridors through cobblestone alleys. Food was good and service was on par.

Have the fish stew for sure! The Flemish stew was also good. Great atmosphere but still k to the…read morelocal favs for the best items on the menu.

This local Ghent favorite lived up to the hype. The staff is fantastic and takes the time to…read moreexplain the menu. The highlight was a seasonal chicken and pumpkin meatball that was hearty and delicious. The vibe is casual, the seating is comfortable, and you get plenty of food for your money. A great pick for a cozy, filling meal!

After debating what to eat for our last lunch in Ghent, my friend and I decided to try this place…read moreout. When we arrived, there were a few people sitting inside, but wasn't fully packed. It was made known to us that we order first and then grab a seat. The menu was primarily in Dutch, so the staff were helpful enough to explain to us in English and answer any questions that we had. I got the Tomato Paprika Ball with Apple Rhubarb drink. It was one giant meatball with mashed potatoes under it. From the outside, it didn't appear to have tomato sauce at all cause the sauce was brown, but found that it was inside the ball. I personally like anything tomato sauce related, so I really enjoyed it. The meal was full of carb/protein. It was very filling - almost couldn't finish it myself. Flavors were delicious. I enjoyed the meal a lot.

This was a strong recommendation from our Air BnB host, he made us a reservation when he found out…read morewe were going. As others have said this is a local spot and had lots of local Belgian meals on the menu. Service was good, beers were tasty and we loved the atmosphere. see photos.

Slightly off the beaten track, this restaurant doesn't have English menus so we just to the waiter…read moreto bring us his two favourite dishes. The menu changes on a daily basis. He brought out a poussin that was fall off the bone serve covered in a light sauce with a small salad. Simple but good. He also brought out a pork and meatball stew served in a hearty sauce, also with a small salad. Both came with frites and potato croquettes. Although it probably was a bit too hearty give the 30 degree weather, we enjoyed it nonetheless. Lovely beer on tap too.