Oostende, Belgium
Oostende is a perfect getaway destination for a day trip or a weekend.
Endless beaches, fresh air and delicious food.
What more could we ask for?
Eetkaffee Poseidon
KITCHEN OPENING HOURS
Open from Thursday to Monday for lunch and dinner.
Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
My stays at the seaside are never complete without a stop at Poseidon. The food is simply delicious! In my opinion, they have the best shrimp croquettes in Oostende. Jammed packed with the little grey shrimp we all love, served with the classic fried parsley. And as a main, they make a Cabillaud à l’Ostendaise / Kabeljauw op Oostendse wijze (cod Ostend’s style) to die for! Perfectly cooked cod, a few mossels, some grey shrimp and a beurre blanc that if no one is watching, i can eat with a spoon!
They also serve meat, which i haven’t tried yet. But i wouldn’t hesitate. I was glad to see on my last visit that they had wild meats during hunting season. I ordered take away from here during lockdown and tried their famous bouillabaisse, it’s also a thing of beauty!
Do not miss this wonderful restaurant. Situated on Hertstraat, a parallel street of the boardwalk, just a few steps from the Casino. This family owned business is just what you need after a long walk on the beach.
Eetkaffee Poseidon
Hertstraat 11A
8400 Oostende
CALL 059439069
Open Monday and Thursday till Sunday
Lunch and dinner
Café du Parc
KITCHEN OPENING HOURS
Tuesday - Saturday: 12h - 15h and 18h - 20h30
Sunday: 12h - 16h
Tucked away from the seaside bustle yet at the heart of Ostend, Café du Parc is more than just a café; it’s a piece of the city’s living history. Established in the early 20th century, this elegant venue became a beloved fixture for both locals and visitors alike. With its art deco wood paneling, polished marble tables, and timeless charm, Café du Parc has long been a stylish gathering place, blending the allure of a bygone era with thoughtful, modern touches.
Café du Parc
Marie-Joséplein 3, 8400 Oostende
CALL 059 790 540
Frituur Marleen
KITCHEN OPENING HOURS
Open from Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner
Meet Marleen, owner of Frituur Marleen. The kind of restaurant owner that lives and breaths her trade. With 50 years of restaurant experience, she’s what we call in the business “a warrior”. Her chef, who started as a fisherman, serves simply delicious fish dishes.
A favorite with the locals, this is the kind of place where you can blend in and feel like you’ve always lived here.
Very comfortable seating and a clean interior. The walls are covered in old black and white fishing related images. I thought they were random, but Marleen’s grand-parents and her chef as an young fisherman are featured there, just to name a few.
A special thanks to my good friend Valerie De Ketelaere from Bazaar Trottoir for the tip!
Frituur Marleen
Dwarsstraat 11
8400 Oostende
CALL 0476 71 20 82
Open from Tuesday to Saturday
Lunch and dinner
Frituur Old Ham
KITCHEN OPENING HOURS
Open Wednesday and Thursday for lunch
and dinner from 17:30 to 21:30
Friday and Saturday non-stop from 12:00 to 22:30
Sunday for lunch and dinner from 17:30 to 21:00
Frituur Old Ham in Ostend is a true institution for anyone craving authentic Belgian fries and top-notch burgers. This no-frills, old-school friterie has been serving perfectly crispy, golden fries for decades, earning a loyal following among locals and visitors alike. Their burgers are just as beloved—juicy, well-seasoned, and stacked with fresh ingredients, making them a must-try alongside their signature fries. Whether you opt for a classic friet met stoofvlees or a hearty burger with all the fixings, Old Ham delivers that unmistakable Belgian friterie experience, where simplicity and quality reign supreme.
Frituur Old Ham
Kapucijnenstraat 11
8400 Oostende
Passe Vite
KITCHEN OPENING HOURS
Open from Monday to Sunday from 11:30 to 15:30
I was introduced to this lovely little gem by my friends Silke and Antoine last summer. Specializing in inventive salads and pasta. I’m not one who usually goes for salads, but this one is my exception!
Colin and Sofie, joint owners of Passe Vite, are very welcoming and you can tell the locals like it here. Lots of happy faces all around!
My favorite is their white sausage and caramelized apples salad. It’s warm (the sausage and apples are freshly baked), crunchy and full of flavors. I also had a pumpkin and coconut milk soup that was very welcome on the cold windy day I visited. They open early and offer breakfast from 9:00 to 11:00.
A very clean and trendy interior and a small interior terrace. A nice alternative to all the fish restaurants in the area. Lots of vegetarian and vegan choices, daily suggestions and yummy cakes.
Passe-Vite
Nieuwstraat 10
8400 Oostende
CALL 059 51 39 13
Rocco Eats
KITCHEN OPENING HOURS
Open from Wednesday to Monday
From 18:00 to 22:00
Rocco Eats in Ostend is a culinary gem that brings a fresh and creative approach to dining. Their ever-evolving menu showcases a dedication to fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients, ensuring that each visit offers something new to discover. Specializing in dishes prepared on a charcoal grill and in an authentic wood-fired oven, they serve up a variety of pizzas, fish, meat, and vegetable dishes with deep, smoky flavors. The kitchen operates with an eco-friendly ethos, reflecting the owners' respect for nature. For those looking to stay updated on their latest offerings and special formulas, subscribing to their newsletter or following them on social media is highly recommended. Whether you're a local or a visitor, Rocco Eats promises a memorable and flavorful dining experience in Ostend.
Rocco Eats
Hertstraat 7
8400 Oostende
Koekoek
Open 7/7 10:00 to 23:15
Koekoek has been serving delicious roasted chickens since 1971. It’s a great place for a low cost meal at any moment of the day, any day of the week! The prices stay low by cutting out any frills. At Koekoek, you don’t get cutlery, so make sure to be ready to get dirty and eat with your hands! Also, they one of the only proper restaurants open late in Oostende.
Koekoek
Langestraat 38/40
8400 Oostende
CALL 059708970
Open 7/7 from 10:00 to 23:15
