I'm probably not saying anything that hasn't already been covered, but the reputation as the…read moreworld's best beer bar is absolutely deserved. There's a Dutch word "gezellig" which loosely translates to cozy, and it perfectly describes the interior and the vibe. The clientele is: local Flemish, and super-annoying Americans (present company excluded). And it's only open on Sundays. We got: * A Drie Fonteinen geuze that was my favorite of the lot * A Vanmol Vuur "Raw Ale" which my wife said was one of her favorites of all time * a vintage Boon Oude Geuze The owner has to go fetch every bottle from the cellar; his mother helps him at the bar. 100% Worth the hassle.

This is one of the best beer bars in the world and it is in a little gem of a town outside of…read moreBrussels. Getting here is much easier than getting home. You can catch a bus in Brussels (if it stops for you) or catch an Uber. Getting home, the bus is likely your best option! Just make sure you stay in town for a Sunday, the only day this quaint spot is open. And get there early! There will likely be a bit of a line. The bar is run by a few generations of a family and they are SO friendly. They also take care of their locals in the midst of the craziness of the out-of-town visitors. You don't feel out of place while enjoying some of the best lambics you will ever find. We will always try and be in Brussels on a Sunday for every visit.

This is the café at the entrance of the library, but it's also a very good destination if you're…read morenot looking for books. It's one of the best places in town to enjoy a coffee with a nice piece of cake, or to enjoy breakfast, brunch or lunch. The best is their brunch formula on Saturday mornings, which is €18 for a delicious all you can eat buffet with a weekly changing selection of breads, salads, antipasti, quiche, etcetera. (Make sure to reserve in advance.) They use mostly organic products that are sourced from local producers (short chain concept), which is another plus. Other tips include the nice fruit and herb sodas they sell here, and the special local Alosta beer.

A bit noisy and crowded ... Good lemonades, good coffee, but you need to squeeze yourself in a seat…read more- if one available. Maybe I arrived by chance at the most crowded moment, while the rain was pooring outside ...

Cafe Obstakel is a super cool Art Nouveau style cafe/bar located in the center of Opwijk. This…read moreplace is truly a gem in the city! I visited as part of one of my friend's bachelorette parties and had a great time. I love the atmosphere, the only light comes from the windows or the lights just above the tables, giving the bar a very cozy and intimate feeling. I would love to go on a date here, I find it to be a very romantic location. Service is fantastic (my friend loves talking to the owners) and decor is beyond gorgeous. I can't wait to return here again when in the area!

This is an awesome little cafe bar in sleepy little Opwijk…read more The couple who owns it invested tons of time and money in Art Nouveau flourishes literally everywhere in the place.

4.5 stars rounding up…read more When you look at the menu of a Belgium place online, it can be hard to distinguish one place from another on anything but price. This place was no exception - a bunch of Belgian staples plus some salads and pastas and such. When we walked in, I thought, the place is fancier than I anticipated, we're going to have to pay more than the usual 60 EUR that it costs to feed my family - esp. since the liter of sparkling water was 9.10! * My stoofvlees (carbonnade) was the best I have ever had * Scampi provencale was excellent * Perfectly done frites * Kids menu was good (spaghetti bolognese, fish fillet) * Didn't love the draft selection, but good beers in the bottle Service was friendly and the food came out quickly. Location is in Oudegem, a far-flung borough of Dendermonde. There were 2 dogs in the house on our visit. They are open on Sunday. BTW the final tab? 66 EUR for dinner, which was only 4 more than a shitty 2-star place for lunch.

Smack dab in the middle of the triangle of Brussels, Antwerp and Ghent, lies an under rated brewery…read morein Flanders. Now the drive is actually pretty simple as if you drive two hours any way out of Brussles you hit the end of the country. The problem is there are so many little areas as Buggenhout that have amazing beer that often time doesnt leave the area. De Landtsheer makes the Malheur which is a surprisingly smooth but hard hitting Quad. Copper tone, thick head and slighty sweet and earthy simultaneously. After one of these it's basically time to take a nap (no joke I literally did) and then get your senses before you proceed with your day. 4.3 stars

This place is just awesome. Chris in his wife take care of their customers like no one else. The…read moreplace exists more than 20 years and the food is just beyond awesome. Chris is leading the kitchen and his wife the bar. She gives tremendous service is super friendly and always smiling. This place has a great selection of beers and again, the food is super delicious.