Must-Try Local Cuisine
Authentic Belgium flavors you shouldn't miss in Ghent
Michelin Restaurants in Ghent
54 restaurants within 25km of city center
Dining Tips for Ghent
Local insights from travelers
Ghent provides an excellent and affordable sample of Flemish cuisine, which in the eyes of the locals is one of Europe's finest as it combines French delicacy with northern European sturdiness. Try some local specialties like mussels, spare ribs or 'stoverij' (a kind of tender meat cooked for three hours in dark beer with a brown gravy) with Belgian fries.
Drinks & Nightlife
For authentic pubs, go toSt. Veerleplein(the square in front of the Castle), the pubs around St. Jacob's church (especially during weekends), or the student area aroundBlandijnberg(Mount Blandin), especially in the proximity of the School of Arts and Philosophy, recognisable from afar by the 64-m-tall art deco Library Tower. Ghent is known for its many pubs and clubs and most have friendly staff. If you visit Ghent for its great nightlife, be sure to check out the bars listed in the "Off the bea
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