Crispy on the outside, melt-in-the-mouth on the inside and served with a generous dose of sauce, Belgian fries are an institution. In Brussels, there’s no shortage of French fry shops, but some stand out for their expertise, gargantuan portions or inimitable atmosphere. Here’s our selection of the best places to enjoy this national treasure like a true Brusselois.
1. Fritland: the simplest and most generous
It’s simple: the quantities at Fritland are so generous that you’ll have trouble finishing your cone of fries! And what about the delicious sauces? Definitely finger-licking good. And don’t forget to try the machine gun! Please note: payment on site is cash only.
📍 Address: 49 rue Henri Maus, open daily 11am-1am
2. Maison Antoine: a local’s favorite
There’s a real “Jourdan vs Flagey” competition for French fry shops in Brussels. We decided to include both! Maison Antoine’s little bonus: you can eat your cornet while drinking in a bar on Place Jourdan.
📍 Address: Place Jourdan, Etterbeek, open daily 11.30am-1am
3. Patatak: the best of sauces
The quality of a good punnet of fries also depends on the sauce that accompanies it, don’t you agree? Look no further than Patatak for the best frite sauces in Brussels: mayo-ketchup, chipotle, truffle, mango basil, tartar, apple curry…
📍 Address: Rue de la Bourse 34 (and also in St-Gilles). Open Tue-Sun 12h-22h
4. Friterie Tabora: the most popular with tourists
Located at number 2 on the street that bears its name, Friterie Tabora is often described as “the best French fry shop in the center of Brussels”. The choice of sauces is incalculable, and the fries are homemade.
📍 Address: Rue de Tabora 2 (and also at Yser). Open daily 9am-2am, Thursday until 3am, Friday and Saturday until 6am
5. Frit Flagey: the best setting
We love Frit Flagey’s fries because they’re great for strolling around Ixelles and its famous ponds. The fries are crisp, inexpensive and the service is top-notch. One of the best French fry shops in town!
📍 Address: Place Eugène Flagey, Ixelles. Open every day except Monday, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.