My husband enjoyed La Dame Blanche so much when he visited with family that he insisted on bringing…read moreme back for dinner--and he was absolutely right. The food was excellent. I ordered the sole fish and truly loved it; it was perfectly prepared and full of flavor. The staff was kind, welcoming, and attentive, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The restaurant is also located in a lovely part of town, making it a great spot for a relaxed and memorable evening out. We will definitely be back.

Fabulously authentic restaurant along av Lippens, and surprisingly affordable !…read moreI will dream about the " croquettes aux crevettes " that I just ate...

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!

We were in Brugge for a couple of days. We were looking for a restaurant that opened on the…read moreearlier side and Bistro Zwart Huis popped up. The food was good. My family got the Filet Mignon and they all liked theirs and they were cooked to order. I got the Kangaroo steak (see photo). Everything was tasty. The Kangaroo is likely a dish I wouldn't get again as it just wasn't my thing. Perhaps it was just the sauce/gravy and the Kangaroo was good. I'm not sure. Service was a little slow and the restaurant wasn't that busy. I just don't think they were in a rush for anything. This is not necessarily a bad thing, just an observation.

Such a fun spot! We were starving, it was pouring rain, and…read morewe ended up at a cool Jazz House? We jokingly told them we wanted somewhere warm to sit, and the server sat us right under a heater. It was divine. We warmed up, had some beer, both ordered the risotto, which I wouldn't say was a risotto but was insanely good. It was a fun atmosphere, a cool spot, and perfect place to duck into. If we had had another night, it was our top place to visit again.

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!

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.

Every time I eat with Dany and Adele I think they have taken me to the most exquisite restaurant…read moreand I think this is a five star but with this one, it is time to invent a ten star. The chef came to greet us personally to recommend his speciality to go to the kitchen to create his art. I felt sad to eat such creations and thought, why eat such beauty, if it should be displayed like a painting for years. until I tasted it. I found heaven. If ever you want to feel you have lived then come taste heaven.

This restaurant was the best I visited in Belgium, and I would highly recommend making reservations…read morehere. For our appetizer, we got the Parmesan croquettes, which were outstanding. For my main course, I got the Flemish beef stew with applesauce and frites. I was blown away by the beef stew and my sole complaint was that it was too much food to finish. The decor is well done and the server/owner is attentive, funny and helpful.

Excellent restaurant with cozy atmosphere and amazing food. One of the best Flemish stews I had…read morewhile in Bruge. Generous portions and delicious Belgium fries on the side. We also had the croquettes to start, which were also quite satisfying. It's situated very close to the city centre and was short walk away. Make sure to have a reservation in advance or you might not be able to get a table by walk in. It seems to be very popular and we saw a number of walk ins turned away.

Hilarious little place on the edge of Damme - it's right in town, but also across the street from a…read moresheep meadow. There was an old couple who ran it, and they were the whole show, they did EVERYTHING - took your order, cooked, expedited, etc. So of course, with our party of 10, nothing came out at the same time, which was fine because... The back deck/patio is great on a sunny day. They appear to be a Leffe/Hoegarden shop, and you could do worse on draft. There was a list of sandwiches that she kind of yelled at me for ordering, I guess they weren't available that time of month/day/year ... Otherwise it's pretty simple fare, pasta's and croques and omelettes ... the frites were perfect Belgian-style (though with heinz mayo packets, they tasted just fine to me). And it wasn't too expensive, though cash only. Also Damme is a really cute little town, it's worth biking from Bruges, even with little kids.

My wife and I walked into this empty restaurant during regular business hours, with their menu…read moreclearly advertised outside on a wooden chalkboard easel. We had the intention of ordering cappuccinos and deserts but were refused service by (who we assume to be) the owner. When we walked in we were completely ignored by the owner until we made a move to sit down. When he finally acknowledged us he asked us what we wanted before seating us. When we told him what we wanted we were rudely informed -- with a dismissive hand gesture -- that we could not be served at this time. He then went and sat back down in the corner. Don't waste your time here. There are other places in town that will gladly have your business.

It was a rainy, chilly Sunday in Brugge - perfect for a hot bowl of soup. With mouths watering from…read morethe wonderful reviews, we trudged over damp cobblestones to the front door - the one with the sign that said "open Sundays 11:30 to 15:30" - and the other sign that said "Closed." No soup for us. One star for Soup.

We went here on our day trip to Bruges and it could not have been a more perfect lunch for the…read morewindy and chilly day! We did the 1/2 panini/soup lunch special with the tomato soup and Serrano and Franca paninis. The soup was tasty, but definitely lacking a bit of the tomato flavor we expected for being tomato soup, but the paninis were great, along with the little toppings, bread, and fruit on the side.

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.