I'll preface this with saying that maybe Poules Moules was having an off night, because there are plenty of positive reviews and the restaurant was recommended by our Airbnb host. Despite many reviews saying reservations were required, we were promptly seated without a reservation. However, after ~30 min of waiting for someone come to our table (and seeing many people around us seated, order drinks and meals), we tried several different tactics to try to get someone to wait on us. When we finally tracked down a server, she was rude to us about wanting to order drinks. We decided on the mussels and frites (of course) to share. Our meal was just ok - I would rather try mussels at another restaurant if and when I return to Bruges. Prices seemed comparable to other restaurants in town. The service all around was terrible - and would make me not want to come back. read more

So this place is on the higher end towards price. Don't let that discourage you. We did not have the mussels like most others. We have the chicken and croquets. We had at least one brew from de halve maan along with the food. Probably the wrong food, beer pairing, but who cares. The chicken was probably brined for at least 12 hours which equaled awesomeness. Service was quick polite and informative. Look forward to coming back and trying other items. read more

Poules Moules - The bread was fresh, beer, well it was good - Belgian Near Me - Bruges, VWV

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This is a mini-review because we didn't actually eat a meal here but we did stop 2 afternoons in a row for fries and beers! The staff is friendly and they have lots of afternoon seating outdoors which is great for Bruges people watching. Fries with mayo is where it's at! Proost! read more

So there's a tie for best meal in Bruges: Poules Moules vs Ribs n' Beer. Two different types of cuisine, so let's just call it what is which is two winners. Many moons ago, my husband and I visited Bruges and Poules Moules was on our list of places to dine but given sickness, rain and time lost due to staring at Fidel, we just couldn't fit it in. This time around though, we fit it in and it was oh so good! I don't know how this happened but we were somehow able to get a table for four at 1pm seated in their 'garden' which is in the middle of the square. By the way, there are two ATMs on the edge of this square which is important to note because ATMs are hard to come by in Bruges. Anyway, the sun was shining and we were tired from walking, so we happily sat down and ordered beers. They were delivered promptly and tasted delicious. I can't say that the beer selection was gigantic but it worked. Three of us ordered the flemish stew and it was served in a cast iron (or something comparable) pot and was super delicious. The meat was tender and juicy and there were no large chunks of fat. Our fourth dining mate ordered the roasted chicken. All four of us were absolutely happy with our choices but we all agreed that the fries were probably the worst we'd had all weekend (Ghent and Bruges restaurants included). They were more like UK-style chips, fat and over-fried. Service was excellent for the restaurant being packed. Servers were there when we needed them and left us alone the rest of the time. My only regret is that my husband and I did not dine here on our first trip to Bruges! read more

This restaurant was highly recommended. Unfortunately, we did not feel that Poules Moules was anything special. Great location and a very beautiful restaurant. The mussels were just okay. Maybe try them in a tomato sauce instead, as the white wine was bland. Service was not great. Maybe it was an off day? read more

My favorite Belgium restaurant on our entire trip. It's also the number 1 local Belgium restaurant. Generous portion. Fresh ingredients. Great service. We ordered white seafood stew, mussel cooked in white wine with garlic sauce. I tried mussel dish in another good reviewed restaurant, that dish was not nearly as good as this one. Great service. read more

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Very expensive but good service and tasty food. Very cozy restaurant with impeccable service. Most dishes above $15

We enjoyed an excellent meal here. The mussels with white wine and garlic cream sauce in the side were amazing. So were the fries in the garlic cream sauce. The goat cheese salad was excellent as well. And don't pass up on the pie. Very good. Great service as well. read more

Bruges is a place with tons of restaurants -- most of them cater to tourists, and most of them have mussels -- it's Belgium after all! However, Poules Moules is a step above. The decor is new and it's been recently remodeled. It sits on a very nice square with some terrace seating which is great if it's a pleasant day. We had the gazpacho, which was excellent, and mussels, along with a nice house rose wine. All were excellent. The mussels are served in various broths (mine was beer based), and are cooked in a very traditional way -- there are actual vegetables in the broth which makes it incredibly flavorful. There were also a good number of other items on the menu, and based on what I saw at other tables it seemed as if quite a bit of care goes into preparation and presentation; everything looked fabulous. Service was also fantastic and attentive. Prices are slightly above average, but for the quality of food, presentation, service, and atmosphere, it's well worth it. I will definitely return next time I'm in this part of Belgium! read more

Excellent, nice people, good food, clean, free WiFi. I had the Beef stew, it was tender and plentiful. The fries (Fritz) were good and they have plenty of beers. I'd come again . Oh, the menu is also in English which helped me. read more

Poules Moules - Beef stew was excellent, fries were good. People are friendly and place is clean. Beef stew was 17.50 euro and was plentyful - Belgian Near Me - Bruges, VWV

Pros: Outdoor seating Mussels in white wine were delicious Big servings and portions Spaghetti Bolognese was perfectly cooked! Noodles were al dente and meat sauce was plenty. Wait staff was real nice when they attended to you Cons: Kind of pricey compared to other mussel restaurants I saw with their menus posted outside. Wait staff was not always readily available to help. read more

I don't usually comment on restaurant staff, but the guys at Poules Moules were genuinely nice and considerate. They accommodated us and our one year-old by setting us up in a kid-friendly area; they also stowed our stroller downstairs since it wouldn't fit easily next to the table, and they seemed to love hanging around our child. The food was also incredible. We're from a landlocked part of the States, so this was our first experience with mussels, and because of it, we're addicted. The atmosphere of the restaurant was relaxed, the food was well-prepared, the drink selection was extensive - all in all, one of our better dining experiences in Europe, and for a reasonable price. Highly recommended. read more

Fantastic food, great price! I had the mussels in white wine sauce and my husband het Vis pannetje...both meals were absolutely delicious! The staff is friendly and we highly recommend this restaurant! read more

Stopped in for lunch during a day trip from Ghent. Cute historic restaurant. Be careful going to bathroom up the winding staircase especially after a beer or two. The food was GREAT. I got the mussels special of the day in the ginger, cilantro and garlic sauce. Best mussels I've had in Belgium all week and I've had some good mussels in Brussels. My partner had the traditional fish stew, it was very delicious. If I make it back again I would definitely order this. Very attentive staff. read more

Five stars!!! I highly highly recommend this place! Beautiful place, great location, amazing food and the nicest staff!! We had the prix fix lunch menu and we are so happy and full. Beef stew and chocolate mousse to die for. read more

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The expectations were really high as a 4 stars with around 80 reviews. We ordered three dishes, Beef Stew, Curry pasta and lamb. The decorations are really impressive however the portions are too huge. The stew is too salty. However the other two are fine. The waiters and waitresses are super friendly which make the time enjoyable. read more

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Salmon was the star. Mussels were good and the bread was very fresh and good. Living in NY we have an abundance of food choices. Waterzooi in garden city ( mussel in lobster sauce) is amazing. It your visiting brugges this place is worth a shot. One thing that I didn't like was the hey wouldn't serve tap water. Had to purchase it for 5.50 euros read more

Since it was my first real night of solo traveling I treated myself and dined like a queen at Poules Moules. I knew coming to Belgium I had to find and eat mussels and my mouth is still salivating thinking about them. Poules Moules is a cute restaurant with plenty of seating. The bathrooms are located on the top floor, I can't remember but perhaps 2-3 floor up via narrow spiral staircase. I was very well taken care of and didn't feel awkward dining alone. Not even when I ordered enough food for 2-3 people and finished it all. There is free wifi so I was able to catch up on life outside of wanderlust. I order the Brugse Zot which is the local brew. It was probably the same as ordering a bud light in the States but whatever I wanted to try everything local. They served the beer with complimentary parmesan crackers and olives, bread and butter. I was starving so basically scarfed those down. The saltiness (and carbs) were a nice touch alongside a cold beer. I ordered the Mussels in Bruges beer that came with frites (french fries). I was asked if I wanted ketchup or mayonnaise with my frites and obviously being American I asked for ketchup. The mussels, generous and plump in a beer broth that I could drink like a soup. I didn't waste any bread because I soaked each piece in that delicious salty broth. Enough mussels to share between two but I was alone so I had to finished it all by myself. No regrets. Alas when I finally finished my meal, along with all the bread, I couldn't pass up desert. Hello, Belgium, chocolate! So I ordered the chocolate mousse. Served in a glass jar it was the perfect balance of being rich and light. With fresh cream and berries on the side it was beautifully presented. Tempted to lick my plate I received my check and left very happy and full. read more

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Nice location, we stopped to have a drink but decided not to stay for dinner as the specialty (mussels) wasn't in season yet. Interior is quite nice and service is good--as for most restaurants in Brugge, they speak a number of different languages. read more

I guess white wine sauce with mussels is literally white wine so it tasted like white wine and definitely not flavorful. Maybe it's different in Brugge but I imagined it to be with some garlic in it and cooked long enough that the alcohol taste isn't the main taste. They also forgot the salt. Not even close to being a good dish but boy there is sure a lot of mussels for €20. read more

Nice place to have dinner in the middle of Brugge. The restaurant is in a nice old building and the food was good. We were with a group of about 8 people and it was no problem for them to accommodate us. The food came all at the same time and did not take long at all. read more

My life was forever changed the day I ate here.. I ordered the Flemish Fish pan and oh man, this dish was one of the best things I have ever tasted. The sauce is to die for. My wife enjoyed it, and she doesnt like seafood. The sauce was thay good. I specifically will travel to Brugge again one day, just to eat at this restaurant. My friends and I talk about this dish all the time, and it's been over a year. read more

Loved it. We had the mussels and the beef stew. Both excellent. The most adorable place, barely anyone there (at 4 pm). Flavors on point and not a tourist trap (thank you). I will forever dream of that rich beef stew... read more

Poules Moules is the best meal in Belgium. We went for lunch and it blew me away. We got the Cheese Croquets and Tepid Goatscheese with Honey and Balsamico for starters. They were fantastic but they didn't even compare to my entree. I ordered the Flemish Fishpan and it is hands down the best seafood dish I have ever had. I would highly recommend trying it and heading to Poules Moules as soon as you get to Brugge. I'm in love. read more

So you know how you have that one restaurant that sticks in your mind as the best place you have ever been to? Well this is it.. You must add this to your itinerary while in Brugge. It is a quaint little restaurant in on of the old building around the chocolate shops. It is 3 stories with some neat rooms and ambiance. I made reservations ahead of time and they had the table reserved for us. The service was great and they took very good care of us. I started my meal with their Pumpkin soup. I thought the flavor was rich and found it very delicious. It was a little rainy in Brugge, so it definitely hit the spot. The cheese croquets were pretty delicious and the goat cheese was delicious. I made my wife order something different so we could share.. Best way of touring Europe. I got the Irish rib-eye because come on.. Who passes up a rib-eye. The flavor was really great and the cook was perfect. My wife ordered the Flemish Fish pan and oh my goodness.. This dish was one of the best things I have ever tasted. The sauce that this seafood goodness is prepared in.. Is purely magical! I ended up trying to eat most of my wife's dish. This restaurant has become the thing of legends in my mind.. I specifically will travel to Brugge again one day just to eat at this restaurant. My life has forever been changed! read more

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Good service, but I expected the mussels to knock my socks off, and the fries were bland. I would look elseware in the town.

Not bad. Went here while in the city for a night. The mussels were decent, one bucket was plenty for two people and it got kind of mundane after a while. The fries were pretty good. We got the croquets to start off...I would recommend passing on the seafood/shrimp ones. The cheese ones were okay, but nothing spectacular. It was also a bit pricey. read more

Stopped by to have some mussels, they were amazing. Staff is very friendly and speaks English. BONUS: Chocolate Dumon is right next door and has a great selection post meal. read more

We had a lovely afternoon sitting on the square, enjoying a nice meal and watching the horse drawn carriages, locals and tourists go by. Our server was attentive and sweet. I LOVED the little nuts we had on our table and she was happy to tell us how we could find some to take home! The fries are a must try. My friend had the mussels and loved them, I had tomato soup and the beef stew with a fresh salad. My meal was delicious! And, of course, served with delicious local brews. You can't go wrong with the dark Zot!! Plan to spend some time enjoying the sights of the square, don't rush through your meal. You'll be happy you did. read more

Great mussels and frites. Reasonable & everyone seems to recommend it. Nice mix of locals in there too, which is always a good sign.

The food was excellent. I got the Flemish beef stew. Which is really more like pot roast in a very tasty and rich sauce. It comes on a plate with a side salad. Each meal also came with a order of fries. Which I thought were good but nothing special just French fries. The staff was friendly but we asked three times for our check before they told us we could just pay downstairs. I would love to go again if I was here and try something different. read more

Holy Poules Moules! Amazing meal while in Bruges. My wife and I stopped in for dinner and were blown away. I savored every bite of the Flemish Beef Stew! read more

Only in Belgium can one get frijtes as a side with nearly EVERY dish. The frijtes here were just right and filling, which is what we needed, given that the portion of the beef stew and chicken that we ordered were on the smaller side. We typically don't eat a lot, either. Good location near the center (along with patio seating) make this a great spot to eat on a sunny day. Unfortunately, it was windy when we ate here and we shivered through our meal. read more

+ Really good food. Tomato soup was amazing, mussels were great and enough for 5 as an appetizer, good Flemish stew and chocolate mousse + Nice location and vibes + Very friendly servers - Pricey, even more so than other restaurants in the area - Check took forever. Our service really slowed down as the restaurant got busier and overall the lunch took a very long time. read more

Price-wise, it's aligned with most restaurants in Bruges, thankfully, quality-wise, you feel a bit less short changed. We had the shrimp salad which was good. read more

Excellent restaurant. My friends and I came here on a weekend trip from Paris, and we were somewhat disappointed with the restaurant selection. Most of the cafes seemed very touristy, but not this place! (Though, of course, there will be tourists. It's Bruges.) The atmosphere was charming, the service was excellent (the owner gave us complimentary shots of jagermeister), and the food was really really good. I ordered the moules frites, and both the moules and the frites were delicious and plentiful. I would absolutely return. read more

Pretty good restaurant...very busy. The wife and I ordered the beer mussels. They either forgot to include the beer or gave us the wrong order in vegetable broth. Mussels were good nonetheless and the location off the busy Plaza was welcomed. read more

One of the best on Bruges food excellent the personal super the mussels with wine was super excellent and the pasta bolognese really tasty.

This is an amazingly charming restaurant in one of the busier squares of historical Brugge. I ordered mussels in a white wine sauce and my boyfriend ordered the same in a light beer sauce. They came out steaming hot in a giant iron covered pot. There were maybe 4 dozen of them. The bread was fresh out of the oven. I was in pure heaven. I couldn't believe the size, amount and quality of the food. It was a fantastic meal. The restaurant has a very authentically old yet modern feel to it. Exposed brick walls, ancient wood beamed ceilings and narrow staircases add to the ambiance. I'm still dreaming about it! read more

We just came here, stay out door for beer. It's perfect weather in Bruges. We tried to come back for dinner however, it was full and we decided to go some where else. I wish I can come back here again to try their moule. read more