Location: Dendermonde
Top Restaurants in Dendermonde
Dendermonde Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Dendermonde
Dendermonde (Dutch pronunciation: [ˌdɛndərˈmɔndə], French: Termonde) is a Belgian city and municipality located in the Flemish province of East Flanders in the Denderstreek. The municipality comprises the city of Dendermonde proper and the towns of Appels, Baasrode, Grembergen, Mespelare, Oudegem, Schoonaarde, and Sint-Gillis-bij-Dendermonde. Dendermonde is located at the mouth of the river Dender, where it flows into the Scheldt. The town has a long-standing (folkloric) feud with Aalst (situated south along the same river), which dates back from the Middle Ages.
Things to do in Dendermonde
1. 't Klokhuis
Overall Ratings
4 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By Hubert645 - Aalst, Belgium
Bistro-restaurant is unique situated near 'De Schelde'. There is a cosy veranda and children can play in the garden with plenty of toys. The quality and quantity of the food is excellent and children are allowed to make noice. A must if you want to go to a restaurant with your kids.
2. Restaurant 't Truffeltje
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By Hubert645 - Aalst, Belgium
We got a bongo bon from our friends for this 1* Michelin restaurant. It was cold outside and cold inside. Apparently, they did not heat the restaurant before the arrival of the clients. The personnel however is very friendly, but the service is extremely slow. After 2 1/2 hours I was so hungry that we ate all the bread we could eat. And i saw other people had the same problem. For the desert I had to ask to accelarate. The plates were very small, but were very well presented and the food was of good quality. However, I was disappointed and will probably not return.
3. Sino
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By A_Wanderer_Like_You - Brussels
A bit pricey but fair enough good cuisine. Staff is friendly and helpfull. All good things come with a price. Typical local cuisine with hints of French and Italian cuisine. Recommended restaurant.
4. Het huis van Cleophas
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 167 reviews
Reviewed By OliverBE006 - Aalst, Belgium
This is one of those restaurants you would tell your friends to go to. Very friendly staff, beautiful decor and great food. I will go back whenever I am in the area.
5. Cinemange
Overall Ratings
4 based on 56 reviews
Al tien jaar dompelt grillrestaurant Cinemangé je onder in een sfeer van de grote cinema uit de jaren 50 en 60, waar Humphrey Bogart, Audrey Hepburn en Marilyn Monroe over je schouder meekijken. Een trendy restaurant waar het gezellig vertoeven is met zicht op de Bogaerdbrug als nieuwe landmark. Het interieur oogt hip en eigentijds. Cinemangé staat voor een keuken met veel respect voor het dagverse en kwalitatieve product. Op de kaart kan u gegrilde vlees- en visgerechten vinden, waaronder de Black Angus en Yellow Fin erg in de smaak vallen. Als smakelijk voorafje zijn de tapas zeker een extra vermelding waard. Met veel oog voor detail krijgt u hier verzorgde aantrekkelijke gerechten. De bediening is uiterst vriendelijk en spontaan en staat steeds klaar om u te helpen bij het maken van uw keuze. Sluit uw avond af met een dessert van onze After Dinner-kaart of een whisky uit ons groot assortiment Single Malts. Wij verwelkomen u graag!
Reviewed By meskean - Brussels, Belgium
This grill has a set menu, but you can have à la carte food and there are specials of the day.
The place is not big, and the Seating is uncomfortable with not enough space between tables or even at the table, conversations at neighbouring tables could be heard (or you could even participate. It was very hot inside as well.
Waitresses were nice and tried to keep up with the full restaurant.
Food itself was ok for a grill, no more. To me it is ok for a meal with friends, but don't go there for a tête à tête !
6. Freek!
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
Wat meer over Freek. Freek is in de eerste plaats natuurlijk de naam van de chef van dit kleine gezellige restaurantje. Freek heeft er al een lange carriere opzitten aan het fornuis van een aantal grote restaurants. Maar nu doet hij het eindelijk zelf! Regelmatig bijgestaan door zijn echtgenote Elke en met steeds een guitige blik van op een van de prachtige foto's van zijn dochter Charlotte verwelkomt hij jullie vanuit zijn keuken met steeds wisselende eigen creaties. Dagelijks gaat hij 's morgens vroeg zijn inkopen doen en tovert hij 's middags en 's avonds heerlijke gerechten van eerlijke dagverse producten op je bord. Trouw aan zijn eigen jonge maar ook klassieke stijl met oosterse en mediterrane invloeden maakt hij steeds opnieuw de lekkernijen vanop het menu, aangevuld met nieuwe en oude klassiekers die je op het krijtbord in het restaurant vindt. Bij Freek! Kom je niet alleen omdat het er gezellig en warm is, omdat er steeds een zeer welkome sfeer heerst of omdat je nieuwsgierig het kleine binnenkoertje opwandelt in het gezellige straatje wat de Guldenhoofdstraat is... Je komt er terug omdat je er steeds opnieuw geniet van de verse en de lekkere gerechten die Freek je opnieuw en opnieuw voorschotelt! En wanneer je dan binnenkomt, en je oog valt op het homarium, dan weet je dat ook de kreeftenliefhebber op het juiste adres is aangekomen. Beste klanten, wees meer dan zeer welkom, en nu al tot weerziens! Freek, Elke en Charlotte
Reviewed By xavke - Dendermonde, Belgium
we were there with 3 people(daughter and friend) and everyone was very happy with the food served ..fresh and tasty .. I took the rye and this was really very fresh served with mushrooms,bacon and hot tomatoes .. the other two persons took a bouillabaise and meatballs tomatosauce with fresh french fries ..the fries were excellent,crispy at the outside and softly inside ... the menu is very short but I like this very much so you are sure that everything is fresh.. the only negative point is the price .. expensive but for the quality you receive it is acceptable .. go for it and taste Freek !!!
7. Kokarde
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By xavke - Dendermonde, Belgium
one of the best restaurants in Dendermonde... very nice interior .. very friendly service and the plates are very nice presented.. and the tastes are good .. ..the restaurant is situated on the market of Dendermonde..very nice...
8. Da Vinci
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 145 reviews
Superb dining. Absolutely worth mentioning!!!
Reviewed By meskean - Brussels, Belgium
We celebrated a family event here, and had a fixed meal option, which was adapted to the dietary needs of two of the participants.
The restaurant is run by a couple, and we were geven an excellent service. Beautifully presented dishes, excellent food.
Modern interior, lovely garden for the Summer. The only minus is the location away from the city centre.
9. APPELSVEER
Overall Ratings
4 based on 76 reviews
This is the third time I ask you te research it.In the meanwhile I've been at least 6 times in this new restaurant.
Reviewed By Celeste G - Greensboro, North Carolina
Interesting and diverse menu, with a few well thought out wild game entrees. These include wild caught venison, Scottish partridge and pheasant which are in season at this time.
Lovely protected country estate that has been converted into an upscale restaurant and two guest rooms. Upgrades have kept the charm of the property.
Enjoyed the venison this evening which was accompanied by a brocoli di rape, with an amuse bouche to start that consisted of the chef's own sausage creation. The amuse bouche was topped off by a wicked carrot and mint relish that played off the sausage perfectly. Venison was encrusted in a rustic mustard, cooked rare, very tender and tasteful. Paired with a Montepulciano wine that worked well.
10. la Piazza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By meskean - Brussels, Belgium
La Piazza is a small restaurant You might walk past easily, situated in front of a church. It's not huge, so it is advised to make Reservations.
This is home made italian food at its best was the general opinion after our dinner there on a freezing January day. The restaurant serves pizza, pasta, and more elaborate dishes. None of us tried pizza, but we all liked what we had on our plate; including the desserts (tiramisu with speculoos). The house wine was more than ok, and we appreciated the gentle service, and a very reasonable bill.
After our visit, we wondered why we hadn't discovered it earlier on!
The restaurant is located in front of a church in the center of town, has a modern interior with an open kitchen. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, otherwise open for lunch 12-14, and dinner 18-22h.
