26 x The Best Local Restaurants in Ghent

Explore the best local restaurants in Ghent. From authentic Flemish cuisine to international flavors, our Spotters have discovered the best places for every food lover. Enjoy the best spare ribs at De Gekroonde Hoofden, savor handcrafted meatballs at Balls & Glory or try Jack Premium Burgers. Discover these and many more local favorites for a delicious dining experience in Ghent.

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26 x Best Local Restaurants in Ghent
Oak Ghent

Oak

Living room cuisine

"Oak" is probably Ghent's best restaurant at the moment. You need to book 3 months in advance to set foot here, since the price and quality is exceptional.

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Nick

Provoost

Nov 23, 2025
Eetkaffee Multatuli Ghent

Eetkaffee Multatuli

Fair food

"Eetkaffee Multatuli" in Ghent is a true hidden gem of a spot. Please, keep quiet about this restaurant as I don't want it to become more popular!

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Nick

Provoost

Nov 13, 2025
Noodlebar Ramen Ghent

Noodlebar Ramen

Fresh - cosy - no-nonsense

"Noodlebar Ramen" is a fresh, cozy and no-nonsense noodle restaurant in Ghent. The owner has published several books on street food. I come here for lunch.

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Nick

Provoost

Nov 13, 2025
BOON Ghent

BOON

Lunch bar

"BOON" is the most beautiful lunch bar in Ghent and already my all-time favorite lunch place! It is mostly vegetarian. Try the rhubarb soda, trust me.

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Tahnee

Naesen

Oct 2, 2025
Café René Ghent

Café René

Coffee, lunch & diner

"Café René" has it all: bagels for lunch, beef stew for dinner... The bagels and burgers at this café/restaurant are truly highly recommended!

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Tahnee

Naesen

Oct 2, 2025
Jack Premium burgers Ghent

Jack Premium burgers

Burgers on a new level

"Jack Premium burgers" Ghent is a simple, minimalistic fast-food restaurant with the freshest ingredients, cooking their burgers to perfection...

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Tahnee

Naesen

Oct 2, 2025

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