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Best Stoemp in Brussels

Stoemp is the ultimate Belgian comfort food consisting of a hearty mash of potatoes mixed with vegetables. Usually leeks, carrots, onions, or cabbage are used and enriched with cream or butter. It is typically served as a substantial side dish for sausages or bacon. Order it as stoemp-saucisse for the classic combination with local sausages. A real stoemp should be chunky and colorful rather than a smooth puree.

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Stoemp is the ultimate Belgian comfort food consisting of a hearty mash of potatoes mixed with vegetables. Usually leeks, carrots, onions, or cabbage are used and enriched with cream or butter. It is typically served as a substantial side dish for sausages or bacon. Order it as stoemp-saucisse for the classic combination with local sausages. A real stoemp should be chunky and colorful rather than a smooth puree.

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Where to eat Stoemp

10.0/ 10

Le Clan des Belges

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A reliable, cozy choice for classic Belgian mussels in a lively neighborhood full of bars. — Ixelles
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19:30.
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20.0/ 10

Le Marmiton

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A highly respected restaurant known for its seafood; they serve both chicken and fish versions. — CBD
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20:00; reservations recommended.
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30.0/ 10

Moeder Lambic Fontainas

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World-class beer bar with a food menu that features rotating, high-quality stoemp dishes. — Fontainas
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17:00.
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40.0/ 10

La Fleur en Papier Doré

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Surrealist hangout where the stoemp tastes like history; very cozy and atmospheric. — City Center
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18:00.
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50.0/ 10

Nuetnigenough

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A craft beer lover's paradise; their carbonnade is expertly balanced with dark Abbey ales. — CBD
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17:00 (opening) or late lunch on weekends. No reservations.
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60.0/ 10

La Clef d'Or

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The most authentic place to see the real 'old Brussels' with cheap, hearty carbonnade. — Marolles
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11:00 during the morning flea market.
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70.0/ 10

In 't Spinnekopke

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A historic pub specializing in dishes cooked with beer; their mussels in Geuze are a unique must-try. — CBD
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19:00; great for beer-paired dining.
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80.0/ 10

Les Brassins

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Tucked away in a backstreet, this spot serves incredible mussels and is famous for its warm, local atmosphere. — Ixelles
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20:00; reservations almost always needed.
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90.0/ 10

Stoemp.be

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A modern concept dedicated to this dish; they offer various vegetable mixes and meats. — CBD
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Lunch.
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100.0/ 10

Brasserie Ploegmans

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A real neighborhood local in the heart of the flea market district; honest, massive portions. — Marolles
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12:30.
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110.0/ 10

't Kelderke

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Despite the touristy location, this historic cellar serves very honest, traditional carbonnade. — CBD
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12:00 for a historic cellar lunch.
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120.0/ 10

Bia Mara

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Famous for fish and chips, but their seasonal stoemp sides are unexpectedly brilliant. — City Center
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12:00.
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130.0/ 10

Madame Chapeau

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A dedicated Stoemp bar where you customize your mash and protein; the hipster benchmark. — Sainte-Catherine
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19:00.
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140.0/ 10

Fin de Siècle

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Considered by many locals as the definitive place for carbonnade; the portions are enormous and the gravy is rich. — CBD
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18:00; arrive early as there are no reservations and it fills instantly.
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150.0/ 10

Café Belga

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The ultimate people-watching hub; great for a casual lunch stoemp with a local beer. — Flagey
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13:00.
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