Had dinner here with friends. The proprietor speaks superb English, which is terrific if you're…read morejust learning French like all of us are. He waited on all the tables while his girlfriend the chef cooked. We never wanted for anything, despite his being the only server. I had the croquettes of chicken and cheese for an appetizer and the grilled lamb for an entree with frites (fries) and a cappuccino to finish it off. We also had a bottle of Syrah with dinner. The food was completely delicious. The atmosphere was relaxing and the restaurant was very comfortable. My friends had soup for the appetizer and steak and fries. They said their food was also delicious. There are many places in Ath to dine, but if you have only one chance to choose then dine here, it is so completely worth it!

A friend from the village of Ath took me to this restaurant. I consider it a gastronomic treat all…read morethe way round. It has a kitchens for preparing the food, a central grill for certain dishes and mini grills that can be placed on your table for others. The cuisine is based around grilled meats, accompanied with a choice of baked potatoes or Frits and salads. The proprietor greeted us (he speaks English and French) and explained the choices for cooking the meals. We chose meals that are cooked at the table with the mini grills. I chose the beef plate which featured three types of beef in 100g portions each. My friend chose mixed grill plate which consisted of beef, lamb, chicken and ostrich. I chose a nice Pino Noir to go with the meal. I was driving so I passed on an after dinner whisky but I could have been quite content with the selection. Through my conversation with the proprietor I discovered that he built all the tables, bar, kitchen and grills himself. He is an avid skier and mountaineer. This is reflected in the decor which is tastefully put together. An interesting fact is that each table has a tag with the name of a historic expedition / explorer. If you aren't familiar with the name of your table, just ask and you will receive an interesting history lesson including some lesser known trivia about the expedition.

Hidden in a back alleyway, Les Compagnons de la Grappe is the place to come to try out Northern…read moreFrench dishes in a gorgeous garden or dining room setting. The service here was extremely friendly and attentive, offering us careful explanations of all their best dishes and accommodating all of our requests! The item to order if you don't know what to choose is the L'Assiette du Nord, a sampler plate which came with small square bowls of four of the Northern French specialties on the menu. The carbonnade was a sweet and savory stew made with tender chunks of beef and onions; the Welsh des Compagnons was a decadent dish of beer boiled with cheese, served over a slice of ham and a slice of bread (pain d'epices); the Pot'jevleesch was a cold terrine made with chunks of pork, chicken, and rabbit in a savory jelly; and the croquette de crevettes was a fritter made with a creamy batter mixed with little shrimps and served with a thick, creamy dip with herbs (almost like tzatziki). Every item on this plate was absolutely delicious, but I was a particular fan of the Welsh (great for spreading on more bread), the Pot'jevleesch (surprisingly flavorful yet refreshing), and the croquettes (the crispy exterior, the creamy, umami interior, and the cooling cream sauce went perfectly together). In addition to the sampler plate, I also ordered the Filet de Bar, or sea bass in a crispy parmesan crust, served over a tomato-onion compote in an iron plate. On the side also came a "bouillabaisse" in a tiny metal pot--this was a boiled soup made with seasonal summer vegetables including eggplant, zucchini, red onions, and tomatoes. This was a light and delicious seasonal dish, and the presentation and flavors of all the food here were extremely on point!

This was my favorite restaurant while visiting Lille…read more This cozy restaurant is set like family style... it has that warmth and shabby chick that you get as you walk into someone's dinning room. Very unpretentious and nice inside... outdoor you will find an open terrace with warm lighting and heaters for those winter days. It is a beautiful place. Having said that, the best part of this restaurant is the food... heart warming dishes, incredibly tasty bread, awesome wines and service couldn't get any better. Service here was friendly and very attentive. I usually heard of people in France being rude... but I could not disagree more. All of the people in this place were friendly... even other people at the restaurant with whom we talked for a bit and got a few recommendations as they are regulars here. We had a salmon tartare, raw tuna steak (very good), steak and fries and a lamb stew that was delicious all followed by a dessert that had a lot of things... I forgot the name but it was huge. Everything here was delicious. Prices are "very" reasonable. This place is a most visit when coming to Lille. Thumbs up.

Fabulous choice for dinner. Very cozy dining room on a quiet side street…read more The service is super friendly, menu not in English but our very nice waiter explained what was needed. The food was exceptional, reservations a must.

Indeed rowdys comments are just perfect…read more The Chef of the reddende Engel is giving outstanding JOY- to all of his guests!!! My personal favorite Rosemary Sorbet We call it Gaumensex in Germany

Great food and good service. The manager was our waiter and treated us with an amuse bouche and…read moresome warm yeast rolls in addition to our delicious plates. Clearly a local favorite. Good seating options inside and out.

Very rare for a restaurant to master the twin dynamic of aesthetic and substance. Considering the…read moreculture of Belgium; this establishment is a shining example of excellent service with a homely dining experience. The chefs are terrific in how they prepare the food, and the serving staff are very personable as they are attentive. Predominately, and understandably, French-speaking; a pleasant surprise is they also understand English to help tourists like myself to order their delicious food. Highly recommend for an intimate date night with a significant other, or a warm gathering with Friends. I definitely look forward to returning, as well as spreading the word about this business.

From the owner: Le Curoir vous accueille dans un lieu chaleureux situé dans un cadre champêtre, à 2 pas de…read morel'Archéosite, à Aubechies. Restaurant de spécialités belges et françaises, favorisant les produits régionaux et bio, nous vous proposons aussi de nouvelles suggestions chaque semaine. Nous disposons également d'une belle terrasse et d'une grande salle pour l'organisation de réceptions jusqu'à 120 personnes.

From the owner: Le Restaurant "Le Saint Badilon" vous fait partager son amour pour une cuisine Française…read moretraditionnelle, variée et en toute simplicité. La carte privilégie des produits frais, de qualité, et toutes les préparations sont faites "Maison". Il dispose également d'un parking privé, d'une salle climatisée, d'un salon pour prendre l'apéritif en toute intimité. Il est également possible, en été, de se régaler sur la terrasse afin de profiter du beau temps.