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Maison Dandoy

4.2 (244 reviews)
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Lawrence C.

Another regional item that I wanted to try while I was in Brussels was Belgian Waffles (no way I was going to leave without trying that). After doing some searching, we were recommended to try Maison Dandoy which was in a cafe not too far from us. There wasn't too much of a wait to order the waffles, but we had to take it to-go since if you wanted to sit inside there was a separate line. We got a classic Belgian waffle with chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream on top. I have to say, this is definitely the best Belgian waffle that I've had so far. It was really crispy, but still light and fluffy at the same time so I understand why it's one of the items the country is known for. It comes out hot, so it pairs well with the vanilla ice cream. If you're in Brussels be sure to check this place out!

Samah I.

OKAYYYYY I get the hype!!!!! Belgian waffles are truly unlike any waffle I've had before--okay well the liege waffle is SIMILAR TO THE CROFFLE! Let me explain. There's the Brussels waffle which is rectangular and it's crispy on the outside and fluffy, melt in your mouth on the inside. Had it with dark chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream and it was the perfect combo. As for the liege waffle, it was firmer and crunchy on the outside and all the way through. Had a great caramelized flavor and had it with speculoos ice cream, cookies and spread. Service inside was nice as well, got to sample some cookies with no pressure to buy. I of course did buy because how could I not get speculoos in Belgium??? Gotta say they are wildly expensive for a pack but when on vacation everyone feels rich.

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Erika S.

Very crowded, the line was out the door and down the street the entire time I was here. But the waffle was worth the wait. I also tried another location in Les Galaries Royales, but this one at Grand Palace was the best. I waited in line, but it was fairly quick to get a seat for a small party. I sat upstairs and enjoyed the Queens Favorite- waffle with strawberries and ice cream, and a delicious hot chocolate. Definitely a must try while you're in Brussels and good to have a small break from exploring.

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Kristin H.

Pastry/waffle shop near the Grand Place. It is of a calmer ambiance than that on the Grand Place, so a good place to chill and eat. It seems popular when we passed by on a weekday afternoon, so decided to come back another day in the morning. There was no line to order. We got a liege waffle (without any topping) that was ready on a rack. It was warm and soft; perhaps too warm as the outside is not crunchy. Highly recommend.

Jamie L.

I tried two different kinds of waffles --so good! Not too sweet, super fluffy, just really delicious. I'd definitely recommend it. There's usually a long wait at this location, but they have other spots too. You should totally check it out! Feel free to make your own, but I was too lazy to. Definitely order the tea! The white tea with elderberry was my favorite!

Wennie H.

Waffle was fine- light, airy, crispy, not dense, not overly sweet and had a good flavor. I don't think it was worth the price personally but I am glad I was able to try it here since this is one of the most reviewed and highly rated spots. Service was fine, they do the best they can making sure each customer is served before moving on. There are two lines- one for dining in and one for takeaway which you can take and sit outside. Interior is really nice and fancy.

Randy R.

This is a must go to restaurant in Brussels! Very popular among the locals and tourist. Waffles were nothing like the ones in the USA. Different flavor, different texture very authentic and delicious! I recommend to go there when they open because there was a long line when we left. No reservations, just walk-ins. Above the store are two levels of Restaurant. It isn't very big so you may be waiting a while for this delicious wonderful authentic waffle house. I highly recommend! Five stars ! This message was approved by Randy's Reviews.

Selina G.

Light, fluffy, and crispy. Great waffles and fast service. There was a line everytime I passed by but it moves along pretty quick.

Waffle, cappuccino, chocolate sauce
Stacey-Ann M.

I had the pleasure of eating here a few times on my trip to Brussels this summer. I had the Bruxelles waffle with whipped cream, chocolate and strawberries and a cappuccino. It did not disappoint. I had to make a stop before my flight back home it was so good. A must try when you're in Brussels Belgium. It will not disappoint!

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Alli B.

This was our first food to try in Belgium after a long journey the 24 hours prior, not much sleep, and tons of walking. It was delicious and made all of it worth it. I had the liege style waffle and my husband had the Brussels style. Liege is more of a pretzel almost taste and texture and Brussels was crispier and lighter. They were both wonderful, can't go wrong! Card accepted, if coming from US don't convert to USD when paying, choose euros, your bank will get better exchange rates.

Elaine C.

€12 for one waffle. The strawberries were the best part (a little jammy), but the rest was average. It also took ages for our food to come out. Worth trying, but probably wouldn't come back.

Brussels waffle
Jessica S.

Maison Dandoy is an iconic gaufre shop in Brussels and the most famous. They do capitalize on this and a Belgian or Liege waffle is definitely more expensive; at least 3-4 euros more for a plain with a dusting of powdered sugar. Most places push the Liege Waffle, a denser, sweeter type with its pearls of sugar embedded within. At Maison Dandoy, they keep it Brussels with their Belgian/ Brussels waffle, a lighter, crispier, and less sweet type. It was 6 versus 3 euros as seen at other mom and pop shops. Supposedly they press these and serve, but the product I receive definitely was not fresh due to its lack of warmth. Overall, it was crispy and fluffy, therefore, -- in spite of the price tag -- it came with some satisfaction. The shop is a preferred one, too, as it contains multiple floors and spirals upwards with many a window seat peering out to the streets below. I did not experience a wait on a Tuesday at 16:30. A perfect place to stop in for a gaufre, sit, and utilize their clean bathrooms. I have some reservations about the freshness, but due to its renown, Maison Dandoy still does serve undeniably tasty waffles and it is a no brainer to ensure it is visited.

Tiffany A.

My husband and I went to the location in the Royal Gallery for breakfast one morning; I got the Belgian waffle, which was light and fluffy, and my husband got the liege waffle, which was smaller, but more dense and crunchy with sugar bits. Both waffles were pre-ordered with nuts, strawberries and a generous portion of whipped cream. They were very tasty! I thought my waffle could have been both a little warmer and softer (felt like it had been sitting out a bit and gotten hard). Overall not the best waffle of my life but I'm glad we got to try Belgian waffles when we were there, and the ambiance was lovely - we sat outside the Galleries location in the early AM, so there was not yet much foot traffic and it was fun to people watch.

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Amazing. Tasty! Lovely. Get a plain one to go and eat it up! Quick serve if you figure out the good time. And feels like a coffee shop.

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Worth the hype! The best waffles I've ever eaten in my life! I can't wait to go back to have some more.

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The waffles here are what I think of when I think about "Belgian waffles." These waffles are lousy and don't require any syrup.

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Chocolate drink was lukewarm. Waffles underwhelming. Waffle House has better waffles. Poor service.

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