If you read my last post about Bruge, then you know that I LOVE Bruges, Belgium. It's quaint, charming and simply beautiful. To top it off, we had some of the most fantastic meals in Bruges. Here were our favorites:
Steps from the main square, this intimate restaurant fills up fast, so be sure to make a reservation. We chose this place for our first meal in Bruges mainly because it was just down the street from our B&B, but it didn't disappoint! Serving typical Flemish food, I enjoyed a delicious steak with peppercorn sauce and fries.
Located in a 17th-century building, this restaurants oozes with rustic romance. The chef is considered one of the best young chefs in Bruges and whips up simply delicious meals that don't cost an arm and a leg. I chose the special of the day: fettucini with tomato sauce, mushrooms, spinach, Serrano ham and mozzarella.
This restaurant wasn't on my list originally. It was only after we were turned away from De Bottelier that we hungrily stumbled into it. Bear with me while I digress for a moment to share the story. I was looking forward to a delicious lunch at De Bottelier after reading wonderful reviews on the internet. Nowhere on the restaurant's website or any reviewers' websites did it mention that reservations were required for lunch. As we walked in, the owner quickly assessed that we did not have a reservation and told us he could not accommodate us. I pointed out that there were several tables that were not marked "Reserved." Apparently, that was a moot point! He was barely apologetic and further recommended a "friend's" restaurant across town, ensuring us it was similar to De Bottelier. After hunting it down, we found the recommended restaurant to be a large fine-dining establishment serving a very different cuisine. Dissapointed and starving (and a little miffed), we blindly picked the next place we came upon, Kok au Vin. To our delight, the meal and service was one of the highlights of our trip! I ordered the mouth-watering and gut-busting coq au vin, the house specialty. Admittedly, there was a part of me that wanted to return to De Bottelier to boast about our fantastic find. Instead, I chose the high road. This time!
When you're roaming around Belgium, a gastronomical experience is the best way for you to know the locals better. You are so lucky to taste their food! I would like to taste the Coq au vin. I just love mushrooms, and I'm very curious to know how the wine tastes in this food.
Posted by: Danny Riddell | February 07, 2012 at 12:53 PM
We were told to eat at Den Wittenkop by our hotel. The atmosphere and welcome warm and inviting. The food was delicious, well cooked and beautifully presented. The cheese croquettes were sublime. Would definitely go again if in Bruges.
Posted by: House Cleaning | January 01, 2013 at 11:14 PM
Thanks for the list. I'll definitely check one of those when I get to bruges.
Posted by: Photo Booth For Weddings | March 17, 2013 at 10:27 AM
Looking for delicious European "almost fine-dining" and great service in a relaxed atmosphere? Look no further, just try to get a table. The set menu was perfect, modestly-priced and with matching wines. Considering the name of the restaurant, I wasn't expecting so much of my main dish fish, but it was heavenly. Kok au Vin is definitely a good choice
Posted by: Beetlesmith's Valley Auto Service | April 13, 2013 at 10:50 PM
I love going to the restaurants and eat with some friends. Glad to read a feature on some of your favorite places. It gives me ideas on our next stop. Thanks!
Posted by: Shepley Sells | April 29, 2013 at 09:41 AM
Getting there in Bruges, Belgium is one of my greatest dream. Thanks for the information here given about the best place we can go there.
Posted by: Bottorff Warden | May 01, 2013 at 08:51 PM