Diligence was exactly the kind of authentic Belgian food type restaurant we were looking for. 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! read more

We were visiting Bruges and staying at Hotel Aragon, and this restaurant came highly recommended on the 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. read more

Restaurant Diligence - Upstairs bar - Belgian Near Me - Bruges, VWV

Our son actually looked up and recommended this restaurant to us. He's 16. His recommendation was right 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! read more

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We had a lovely lunch here. We made reservations for 12:30pm lunch but we arrived when the restaurant opened at 12pm. The staff had no issues with our early arrival and we were warmly welcomed. I ordered the mussels with white wine and also included fries on the side. The mussels servings were a massive portion for one person and I was able to eat 80% of it. I think the tapas size for mussels would have been better for me. Meanwhile, my husband got the Flemish stew and it included a side salad. The stew was tasty as well. Service was great. Our server was very friendly and he spoke Dutch and English. Overall, I would come again to try other things on the menu. read more

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Fantastic restaurant! Super close to the main square in Bruges. Two floors, casual environment - great vibe! Super friendly and attentive servers. Had mussels as starter. Delicious - just enough. Beef stew and vol au vent (chicken and meatball stew with puff pastry) were hearty. Great flavours and portions. Definitely recommend - definitely need a reservation. Seems to be always busy!!!! read more

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Food was excellent!! Service was excellent. I highly recommend reservations! We did not have reservations but got lucky since there were only 2 of us. Quaint pub environment. With more space and bar upstairs. One of their featured dishes~ Asparagus a la Flamande- was excellent! We are from USA and don't have a dish like this back home and it was very tasteful and the asparagus was in season which is why it was offered and is something I would order again. The side of roasted veggies was very good as well. Good portion size and not over cooked. Would definitely come back when in Bruges again. read more

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Great Belgium pub fare! I had a regular restaurant BXL I went to in NYC while working there years back for Steak fries and mussels! This one was just like it! Comfy bar setting local brews, great steak, mussels and fries! And since we were in Belgium great chocolate dessert- Profiteroles. When years ago I used to serve these at the Ritz Restaurant in NB, CA did not know the history or how good they could be with the right chocolate sauce! Fabulous here! read more

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Great service and ambiance, my husband loved the bolognese but I had the mussels as tapa which was more than enough with fries for dinner but the garlic cream sauce seemed to be lacking cream. It was too watery. Otherwise loved the place. read more

Restaurant Diligence - Mussels in a garlic, leek cream sauce - Belgian Near Me - Bruges, VWV

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Very cool place, servers were very friendly, the stew and Vol-au-vent very tasty. Highly recommend

We had a great experience here! Arrived around 9PM and were seated promptly. The ambiance of the restaurant was cozy - felt old and authentic. I got the Flemish beefstew with Trappist beer and applesauce, and my husband got the BIGGEST serving of mussels I've ever seen, in a delicious cream sauce with lots of fennel. I typically don't like mussels but I kept going back for a few bites of his. My stew was very tasty (was a little bit over but the sauce was delicious), and the apple sauce came out warm, which was very tasty and seemed homemade (good chunks of apple in there). The serving sizes were very generous for the price of the food. The service was very timely, attentive and friendly. Would recommend this place to people if they're travelling to Bruges! read more

Restaurant Diligence - Mussels with fennel - Belgian Near Me - Bruges, VWV

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Very popular Belgium restaurant off the plaza. They were quite busy on Friday night. A reservation is definitely recommended. The mussels were so tender and the king pawns were very flavorful. read more

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Cozy dark wood motif, friendly & prompt service, good food- the place has a great vibe

Great service friendly staff and good food make this place a reataraunt to go to . A little off the town square they had tried foaj food with moderate prices beef stew was rich served with applesauce and fries .isles were fresh in a mild hot Thai sauce garlic bread was cheesy and hot . Cute atmosphere Nd moderate pricing make this a good place to dine read more

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Excellent restaurant with great food, beverages, and service! Delicious mussels and frites.

They seated us without reservations and proceeded to serve some of the most amazing tapas ever!! Cheese with mustard and pickles... who knew it was delicious with everything. Shrimp scampi in flavorful sauce. But the MUSSELS!!! The tapas portion was huge and SO delicious. Finished with crème brûlée. I'll be back!! read more

Restaurant Diligence - Mussels, fries, shrimp scampi and cheese and pickles! - Belgian Near Me - Bruges, VWV

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Everything was perfect from the moment that we walked in, super nice staff and delicious food. Ordered the Flemish stew and it was nothing short of amazing. First time trying it and the apple sauce was a pleasant surprise as well. I highly recommend eating here! read more

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This was a cozy place to have local Belgian food while visiting Bruges. It has a pub feel. Nothing fancy, but everything tasted good and seemed authentic. The service was also friendly and timely. Make a reservation in advance for dinner because they can get busy! You will enjoy your meal. read more

It's a super cozy place in the heart if Brügge. They were (as usual) super super busy. Reserve a table to be sure you won't have to wait. In saying that, we didn't and waited only about 15 minutes. Food is good, portions good, and so much delicious taste. Prices are super reasonable and service quick and efficient. read more

We had reservations for dinner here for our final night in Bruges at 7. This cozy spot has a pub-like atmosphere and super friendly service, it's like a warm Flemish hug. The menu features the Flemish classics made in the traditional ways. We started with shrimp croquettes (not my favorite-very fishy) but that was eclipsed by the tremendous Vol-au-Vent (Flemish chicken pot pie) with its savory peppery sauce, big chunks of tender white meat chicken, mushrooms, and tiny beef/pork meatballs . Easily my favorite Flemish dish although the beef stew is a close second and this place makes a great version as well. Of course it comes with fries and salad and unlike the other dining spots we've visited, they clearly put some thought and care into the construction of their salad with red onion, fresh cherry tomatoes a bit of corn and a nice dressing-delicious. Service was super friendly, unless you arrive without a reservation-in which case you will likely be told "sorry, we are fully booked"-which was the case even on a quiet Monday night in early December. So do yourself a favor, reserve online ahead of time (easy and instant) and bring your appetite because even though you are full, you'll want the profiteroles for dessert. Highly recommended read more

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Delicious food! Definitely make a reservation if you're more than 2 people. We got a few appetizers and for entrees: mussels, burrata salad, the Flemish beef stew and the vol-au-vent. Everything was tasty. We would definitely recommend this place! read more

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Beautiful, cozy and welcoming. We were escorted to a table upstairs by a window, there doesn't seem to be a bad seat in the house. The cheese crouqett was delicious followed by our entrees; Flemish stew, Vol-au-vent (chicken with puff pastry) and Scampi Diabolique -- while all the dishes were very tasty, this was the star of the show! The sauce was like nothing I have ever tasted, silky, slightly spicy and full of flavor. Finished off with profiteroles, ice cream filled with a Lucious chocolate sauce. Three to a plate, (see photo) perfect finale to a fabulous dinner! Service was solid and attentive making for a relaxing and memorable evening. Thiis is one of the scenes in the movie En Bruges but it does not feel touristy. warm and welcoming is what comes top of mind when I reflect on our experience here. I recommend a reservation, seems like a popular joint! read more

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Great place for all things Bruges. Food, beer, and wonderful service. Open late compared to the neighborhood and very welcoming.

Just spent ten days in Belgium. Our time in Bruges was my favorite part of the trip. Beautiful buildings and scenery and very interesting history abound in Bruges. The food in the restaurants and cafes was generally very good. However, my favorite meal was at Diligence. I ordered the Flemish beef stew with their house made warm apple sauce. My wife had prawns. Both meals were excellent paired with some Trappist ales and, of course, frites. Our server was Staijn and he was friendly, helpful and fun to talk to. He hustled and ran the dining room upstairs. He was very proud of the restaurant and the history of the area. He made great suggestions and our night was perfect. This meal was my favorite of the trip. read more

The legacy of this restaurant is that a scene from "In Bruges" was filmed here. We did not have reservations but why let us ordered dinner at the bar. We ordered 4 starters which were all quite good. The staff was efficient and pleasant. read more

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Good was wonderful. Service was attentive. We had a great time. Loved the mushroom Toast and the Flemish stew. read more

Love this place! Whenever we are in Brugge we come here at least once. The service is great. A nice cozy atmosphere with very friendly attentive staff. The food is to die for ! I want to eat my last meal here! And if you're a fan of the movie In Brugge, part of the movie was filmed here. You can sit right where Colin Farrell, the dwarf or the hooker sat. And they're open late. read more

This place was AMAZING. First, the fact that they serve food so late. We came in to have a drink at 10:30 pm. Had a drink then were so impressed that people were eating meals even at 11 pm. We ordered mussels TAPAS and finished at 11:30 pm. Who eats mussels at 11:30 pm. It was delicious and unique and the service was friendly. Want a late night meal or appetizer? THIS is the place to go!!!!!!!! Enjoy!!! read more

Restaurant Diligence - Tapas mussels. To die for - Belgian Near Me - Bruges, VWV

What a treat this was. Pressed for time to mobilize and find a spot to eat before they close, we found this great spot just off the square. Great to have a descent conversation with the staff as well while you enjoy the bar. The real star of the show was a recommendation from the tender--a cherry beer, high alcohol and a blast of flavour, but not sweet. The name is Cherry Chouffee Rouge. Thank you from Canada. :D read more

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The only thing better than the food was the service. It's old and charming well worth a visit anytime in Bruges. read more

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My sister and I arrived in Bruges around 8:45pm and our hotel recommended we have dinner at Diligence as it stays open later than other restaurants. We are so glad we did because it was one of our favorite meals during our trip! The staff was so welcoming and offered us excellent menu recommendations. I had the Dover Sole and my sister had the filet -- we ate every single bite! We had the crème brûlées for dessert which was one of the best crème brûlées we have ever had! The wines offered by the glass were wonderful -- a much better selection than other restaurants I've been to. We didn't realize it until we were seated, but a scene from the movie In Bruges was filmed there! We were very surprised by how much we would love this restaurant! read more

We went here seeking a traditional Belgian meal. We were not disappointed. Everything we ate was flavorful and beyond our expectations. We had bitterballen in Amsterdam a couple of times, but these were much better and appeared to be made on premises. The Flemish stew was incredibly flavorful and tender. The vol a vent was tasty as well, but the Flemish stew stole the show. Ordered cava and Ricard for pre-dinner drinks. Only order the Ricard if you like Ani's and know what you're getting into. We felt the price was fair given the value of what we received. If you would like to have a traditional Belgian meal this restaurant should be on your short list. The servers were nice and attentive. We were seated upstairs where it was nice and cozy a somewhat romantic meal. Don't miss the large map of Bruges over the fireplace. read more

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It was open. That was the first thing that caught us. We had driven all day and needed food in a town where everything closes earlier than it should. I get it, really, but come on. We're tourists, we want what we don't deserve. We didn't deserve this delicious meal, I know that for sure and didn't take it for granted. I had the Belgian Stew at the recommendation of our server/host. Fries (not French fries-be careful!) and applesauce. Dip them all together and it is is amazing! He recommended a great dark beer and I was deep into a great meal. I can't recommend this place enough, whether after hours or not. read more

Restaurant Diligence - A sign - Belgian Near Me - Bruges, VWV

Food & Service were great! Nice place close to the main square Would return without doubts read more

Restaurant Diligence was wonderful. We enjoyed great service, tasty food and an atmosphere that lent itself to a romantic outing, a family gathering or a group event to celebrate. It's worth a try with all the options available in Brugge. read more

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Delicious Flemish stew and the chocolate mousse was out of this world. The service was great too! Good bar ambiance with restaurant style seating. read more

We had the best dinner here on our first night in Bruges. Most restaurants close around 9pm but a local guide recommended us Diligence for late night food and drinks and we were not disappointed. Service was great and friendly, the server even tried to speak Spanish to my parents and took his time to get to know us. Food was delicious! Generous portions and the local beer is crisp and refreshing. Make sure to call ahead to reserve a table, it gets busy! We will definitely come back during our stay. read more

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Took the advice on Yelp and made dinner reservations the day prior. Good move as we saw many turned away due to a full house. We had such a great meal. The vibe is chill, cool-80s playlist, delicious food, and amazing service. We shared the champignon toast, which was divine. I had the flemish beef stew with applesauce and fries, and hubby had the vol au vent, which was also delicious . For dessert, we shared the dame blanche. 100% recommended and make a reservation! read more

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Wonderful local establishment! The bartenders are so polite and accommodating. We are an American family and this is our first time to Brugge. Restaurant Diligence was recommended to us by our Hotel Manager. He didn't steer us wrong. First, the beers! Belgian beers are the best! It was recommended that I try the Grimbergen Winter Ale. Glad I had the chance to try this before Spring set in. Cheese cubes with mustard are a must. Filet Mignon with Froise Gras was spot on and cooked to perfection. But the star of the evening was the mussels in garlic cream sauce. Served with spoons to finish off the broth! read more

Restaurant Diligence - Grimbergen Winter Ale - Belgian Near Me - Bruges, VWV

Ate here the other night. Everyone working there was friendly and the food was great! So happy we decided to stop in for dinner, cozy casual restaurant. read more

We had reservations I made while in US, I thought I had for 6 but they were for seven 19:00, they we kind let us eat early as long as we left by 8, no problem. The food was great. I got the spicy shrimp scampi, my husband got the baked sole, both were delicious service was great! The cold Chimay beer and cozy atmosphere perfect spot for a dinner in Brugge. read more