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The classics

An established venue in Ghent?
Du Progrès Gent
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Do you like simple dishes reminiscent of grandma’s comfort food? Then Ghent has plenty to offer! From stews like stoverij and waterzooi to cheese croquettes – here you’ll find the Belgian classics at affordable prices. You’re guaranteed high-quality fresh ingredients and pure flavours. The inhabitants of Ghent love these hotpots.

Du Progrès

A fixture in Ghent, serving the classics
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Du Progrès Gent
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CASSIS

Meat restaurant in the heart of Ghent
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De Rechters

Brasserie in front of the cathedral
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een bord met stoverij, frieten en een salade
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Savarin

Culinary delights on Vrijdagmarkt
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terras met een bruine parasol, tafels en stoelen, 2 grote planten
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Café Théâtre: theatrical pleasure

The culinary trio at Opera Gent
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Café Théâtre: theatrical pleasure
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Fou d’O

Wonderful dining along the water
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People having lunch with an amazing view
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Pakhuis

Enjoy delicious cuisine in a former warehouse
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restaurant with high ceiling in steel and glass with central staircase
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Restaurant De Raadkamer

Pure ingredients, unique charm
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Nice restaurant by the water
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Brasserie Bridge

Lunch or dine on Sint-Baafsplein square
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Terrace
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De Bompa

Homely atmosphere in grandma's kitchen
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boy, girl and mum sit in front of De bompa's shop window
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Uilenspiegel

Family restaurant in the heart of Ghent
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‘t Vosken

Dine with a view of St Bavo's Cathedral
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‘t Vosken Gent
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