The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Best Fries in Belgium
Belgium, a land of historic architecture, picturesque streets, and castles, also boasts the reputation of the best culinary wonders—fries.
Perfectly golden, crispy exterior and soft and tantalizing interior, Belgian fries, or ‘frites’ are the gastronomic experience. Every year, this small country attracts millions of travel enthusiasts and foodies from all around the world. If you are a true fry fanatic and would like to embark on this journey to uncover the best fries that Belgium has to offer, then keep reading and uncover these culinary gems.
Expedition to find the best fries
Brussels: It won’t be fair if we don’t start this journey from the country’s capital. Brussels has a lot to offer in terms of fries. There are several shops that serve okay fries and some good fries, but we are on the hunt for the best fries. So, we tried a bunch of these so-called best fries shops, and... we found it! Give it up for Friterie Tabora, a cute little fries shop located on the corner of ‘Rue de Tabora’. They offer not 3, not 4, but a staggering 50 sauces! Be your own culinary chef here and give these sauces a whirl. It won’t disappoint.
Address of Friterie Tabora on Google Maps
Cost: You would pay €2.50 for small size, €3 for medium size and €3.50 for large size.
Opening times: Sunday-Thursday till 2am and Friday-Saturday till 6am, so munchies available all-night long.
Bruges: Bruges is undoubtedly one of the most romantic cities in Belgium. From beautiful streets to canals, every scene feels straight out of a movie. Strolling through the streets requires energy, and nothing beats a perfect carb bomb of perfectly cooked golden fries. A local favorite from this town is Fritbar, and there is no surprise why. This shop is located just across a canal called Mariabrug. The freshly cooked and piping hot fries are served in a cone, which makes them a perfect snack for a stroll or before a boat tour. Our favorite was traditional Belgian stew. Give it a try; it will surely awaken your tastebuds.
Address of Fritbar on Google Maps
Cost: You would pay €4 for small size, €4.50 for medium size and €5 for large size.
Opening times: Everyday from 12pm-8pm
Antwerp: Your journey won’t be incomplete if you don’t stop in the cultural hotspot of this Belgian city, Antwerp. At Frituur No. 1, you will find the perfect fry to satisfy those hunger cramps. They offer a diverse array of sauces and toppings, giving you the freedom to personalize your fry experience. Or go for the Belgian way—just a dollop of tangy mayonnaise.
Address of Frituur No. 1 on Google Maps
Cost: You would pay €3.10 for small size, €3.40 for large size and €5.10 for special (topped with curry ketchup sauce, mayonnaise and raw onions).
Opening times: Sunday-Thursday 9am-2am and Friday-Saturday 10am- 6am, get the party started..!!
Ghent: In Ghent, you will find that fries are not just a snack but a form of art. Here you will find the most elevated fries that Belgium has in stock for you, so head down to Fries Atelier. Immerse yourself in fry-art and enjoy exquisite toppings like beef stew and piquant sauces that showcase Ghent’s culinary innovation.
Address of Fries Atelier on Google Maps
Cost: One size €6 with two homemade sauces
Opening times: Everyday from 11:30pm-8pm
A memorable expedition to satisfy ultimate cravings
As you munch on these golden divine wonders, remember that you are indulging in a cultural legacy through food. From city to city, creating a perfect fry is a story, and each sauce is a revelation. The journey to savor the best fries in Belgium awaits you; after all, what else is there in life than to enjoy a perfectly good fry?
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