Drongen

Drongen Abbey

Worship2.9 km

monastery in Ghent, Belgium

d'Oude Schuur

Restaurant€€€1.7 km

Wine takes front stage in this pretty farmstead with a courtyard patio and warm lights twinkling indoors. In addition to adorning the walls, it is above all the passion with which the wine is served that sets the scene. Burgundy takes pride of place on the wine list, a genuine bible. The chef adds subtle, modern twists to traditional recipes, underscoring tuna tartare with Asian accents, for example, while the sole meunière is quite simply the summum of textbook perfection.

Amici

Restaurant€€2.3 km

It is as if the sun never sets over this characterful, whitewashed street corner building on the Instagram-perfect village square of Sint-Martens-Latem. As its name suggests, it is just the spot to feast on lashings of joyful Italian cuisine with friends and family. Vitello tonnato, al dente fettuccine with ragù and parmesan, house-made tiramisu: familiar family favourites that deliver the goods every time! The menu is comforting yet interesting and is backed up by a sensibly-priced list of well-curated Italian wines. An absolute treat.

Brasserie Latem

Restaurant€€€3.2 km

There is more to this stylish brasserie on the busy Kortrijksesteenweg than you might expect. Chef Van den Bossche's love of Asia is evident throughout the restaurant, from the decor of the izakaya to the lounge-like terrace and the cigar lounge. Although you will find sashimi options and a bento box on the menu, it is dominated by classic fare. Think sumptuous vol-au-vent, onglet à l'échalote and pan-fried ray wing – prepared the way it should be: generously and using the finest ingredients. The extensive wine list is definitely worth exploring!

🕐 Mo-Sa 12:00-15:00, 18:00-23:00

Brasserie Boulevard

Restaurant€€€3.4 km

This swanky, spacious brasserie flooded in light is invariably packed to the seams. Thomas endeavours to ensure that your dining experience is as pleasant as it is flavoursome. Classic brasserie fare enhanced with a few spontaneous personal touches. The inspiring choice ranges from snacks to share, luxury vol-au-vent or trendier recipes….

L'homard Bizarre

Restaurant€€€3.8 km

L'Homard Bizarre translates as "the bizarre lobster", but there is nothing at all outlandish about this elegant, cosily decorated villa. The chef does, however, have a predilection for lobster! As he is a champion of classic cuisine, his menu features timeless dishes such as fried foie gras with diced apple, or ultra-fresh lobster Bellevue with house-made sauces and a crisp salad. As ever, seafood lovers and meat enthusiasts are treated to a host of full flavours.

Patyntje

Restaurant€€€4.8 km

A meal in this elegant colonial-style villa is a must for any self-respecting food aficionado. A superb riverside terrace by the Lys, a bustling vibe and old-fashioned table service set the scene at Patyntje, without forgetting the extensive menu of Belgian brasserie favourites. Timeless classics such as eels in sorrel, vol-au-vent and carbonade flamande (stew) prepared with textbook skill and care. Don’t miss the sweetbread fritters – one of the Michelin inspectors’ favourites since time immemorial…

🕐 Mo-Sa 12:00-14:00,18:00-21:30; Su 12:00-14:30,18:00-21:00

Deboeveries

Restaurant€€€4.8 km

This characterful and tastefully renovated farmstead on the edge of well-heeled Sint-Martens-Latem is well known to local foodies, who appreciate the garden terrace and who love the enticing menu and house specials, like the Monday theme menu and the Friday North Sea sole day. The score is a model of rich, traditional flavours. Melt-in-the-mouth game terrine in season, succulent sole meunière with piping hot fresh fries and crispy salad. Everything is spot on in the exuberant culinary lineup, as is the wine list (primarily of French provenance).