Restaurants in Flanders
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Ryad
Bruges' dining scene has been boosted by the influx of many new cuisines in recent times. This intimate Moroccan haunt is one of note. Couscous and tagines are its forte, and the décor's deliciously dark.
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Lokkedize
Good spot for a late-night bite. An open fire and moody music ensure return patronage. Meals are typically Mediterranean, such as meze or moussaka, and the kitchen stays open 'til midnight, sometimes later.
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Tous Paris
If you and your arteries need a break from waffles and fries, this gourmet grocer offers a welcome alternative by way of fresh salads, quiches and made-to-order sandwiches on white or wholegrain baguettes.
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Den Draak
Den Draak Café and community centre, also known as Het Roze Huis (the Pink House), for Antwerp's gay and lesbian community. It's located in the Zurenborg (take tram 11 direction Eksterlaar).
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Bhavani
A simple Indian restaurant on a bustling tree-lined square off Bruges' main shopping street. As you'd expect, vegetarians and nonvegetarians are well catered for, and the food is authentic and moreish.
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Mezzogiorno
Contemporary Italian café that proves Bruges is not all old hat. Head up the cement steps near design shop B and enter a world where modern décor and fresh food are paramount.
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Het Dagelijks Brood
Part of a national bakery-tearoom chain, with just one big table where you can eat breakfast or feast on lunch staples such as salads, boterhammen (sandwiches) or savoury pies.
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Eethuis Avalon
Spacious, well-priced vegetarian restaurant with modest décor located close to the Gravensteen. Inside, it's a warren of little rooms, or you can dine outside on a small terrace.
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Eethuisje De Stoemppot
Granny would feel right at home in this place. Big portions of stoemp (mashed potatoes) are slapped onto plates and paired with a boerenworst (sausage) or a spiegelei (fried egg).
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Goossens
One of the city's best bakeries. It's teensy, so you'll probably have to join the queue on the street. Try its rye-and-raisin bread or a suikerbrood (sugar bread).
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Frituur Filip
There's ongoing debate about who makes Ghent's best fries, but you can't go wrong at this place on Pensmarkt - they've been here as long as anyone can remember.
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De Peerdestal
One of many restaurants in this atmospheric cobblestone quarter. This one caters to tourists keen to sample the house speciality - horse (paard in Flemish).
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Soep & Soup
At this buzzing soup bar in trendy St Andries, five pots of soup, all made with fresh ingredients, simmer away. Vegos can ask to hold the meatballs.
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De Belegde Boterham
No-fuss tearoom tucked away in a pedestrianised alley close to the Markt. Firm local favourite, and the filled baguette sandwiches are delicious.
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Huyze Die Maene
A classic brasserie in a prime position on the Markt. Great for a casual lunch or dinner. Limited Flemish cuisine is backed by friendly service.
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Cafédraal
Through a stone archway, this bistro/bar's hip yet homely multicoloured rooms buzz with diners who come here for its outstanding bouillabaisse.
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Christophe
A cool late-night bistro with marble table-tops and a decent range of Flemish staples such as fresh Zeebrugge shrimps. Excellent late-nighter.
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Pottenbrug
Vintage posters, cosy tables and a lovely alfresco terrace make this old bistro an enduring favourite for authentic and hearty local dishes.
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La Malcontenta
One of many restaurants in the quaint Patershol quarter. This one specialises in high-quality cuisine from Spain and the Canary Islands.
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Soeki
Tiny tapas and champagne bar that seduces passers-by with smooth velvet décor, multinational tapas and champagne by the glass.
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Tasty
Good variety of light meals and delicious fresh juices are available at this little funky eat-in/takeaway joint.
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Het Nieuwe Palinghuis
Seafood restaurant well known for its attentive service and seasonal food.
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Food and Flower Market
The Food and Flower Market is the most picturesque market in Bruges.
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Produce Market
Busy fresh produce market, which is also a general goods market.
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La Cuisine
The cheapest eatery in town is run by youth learning the trade.
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