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Best Belgian frites in Brussels

Belgian frites are not French fries as they are thick-cut from fresh potatoes and twice-fried. Traditionally fried in beef fat, they achieve a soft interior and a deep golden crunchy exterior. In Brussels, the culture centers on the frietkot or small stands located in public squares. Order a cornet or paper cone with Andalouse or Samouraï sauce for the full experience. Specifying sauce on the side is common if you do not want them smothered.

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Belgian frites are not French fries as they are thick-cut from fresh potatoes and twice-fried. Traditionally fried in beef fat, they achieve a soft interior and a deep golden crunchy exterior. In Brussels, the culture centers on the frietkot or small stands located in public squares. Order a cornet or paper cone with Andalouse or Samouraï sauce for the full experience. Specifying sauce on the side is common if you do not want them smothered.

The ranking · 15 stops

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10.0/ 10

Friterie Tabora

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The go-to spot for those staggering out of the Grand Place bars in the early hours; reliable and fast. — CBD
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Late night (open until 06:00 on weekends).
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20.0/ 10

Frit Flagey

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A fierce rival to Maison Antoine; known for perfectly crispy fries and a massive selection of sauces. — Ixelles
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17:00 for the late afternoon vibe on the square.
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30.0/ 10

Bintje

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Named after the iconic Belgian potato; they pride themselves on the science of the perfect double-fry. — Ixelles
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19:00.
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40.0/ 10

Patatak

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A 'designer' friterie that focuses on organic potatoes, sweet potato fries, and house-made sauces. — CBD
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13:00.
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50.0/ 10

Friterie de la Place de la Chapelle

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Perfect for a quick snack while hunting for antiques in the Marolles district. — Marolles
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11:00 during the flea market.
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60.0/ 10

Fritland

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Famous for the 'Mitraillette' which is a half-baguette stuffed with meat, fries, and sauce. — CBD
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11:00 weekday; at night the queue is massive with tourists.
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70.0/ 10

Friterie de la Chasse

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A reliable local favorite that has been serving the Etterbeek community for decades. — Etterbeek
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19:00.
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80.0/ 10

Friterie Fontainas

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A reliable, fast spot in the heart of the city that stays true to the beef-fat tradition. — CBD
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14:00.
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90.0/ 10

Friterie d'Ixelles

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Known for massive portions and being a social hub for the local student population. — Ixelles
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18:00.
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100.0/ 10

Friterie de la Barrière

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Often cited by locals as the most authentic; their fries have a distinct, rich beef-fat flavor. — Saint-Gilles
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23:00; it is a legendary late-night local haunt.
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110.0/ 10

Le Tram de Boitsfort

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A unique destination where you can eat your fries inside a repurposed tram; high quality and very atmospheric. — Watermael-Boitsfort
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12:30 for a quirky lunch.
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120.0/ 10

Maison Antoine

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Widely considered the best in the city; you can buy your fries here and eat them at any of the surrounding pubs. — Etterbeek
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11:30 or 15:00 to avoid the hour-long evening queues.
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130.0/ 10

Chez Clémentine

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A high-end friterie that uses sustainable practices and premium potatoes; popular with locals. — Uccle
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18:30.
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140.0/ 10

Friterie du Miroir

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A hidden gem for tourists but a legend for locals in the north of the city. — Jette
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12:00 Sunday during the market.
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150.0/ 10

Friterie Saint-Josse

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A no-frills, high-volume stand that serves the multi-cultural neighborhood of Saint-Josse with excellent fries. — Saint-Josse
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12:30.
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