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What to order
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Flemish Stew
Frequently praised for its authentic and hearty flavors, often highlighted with a special way of eating it with fries and sauce. Multiple reviewers recommended it as a must-try traditional Belgian dish.
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Steak
Various steaks including steak tartare, T-bone, Chateaubriand, and Cote à l'os Belgian Whiteblue were repeatedly praised for perfect cooking and great flavor, making steak a standout choice.
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Carpaccio
Mentioned as 'out of this world' by a reviewer, indicating exceptional quality and taste.
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Chicken Waterzooi
Specifically highlighted as 'beyond delicious' and a favorite dish, reinforcing the waterzooi as a top recommendation.
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Stewed Beef
Noted as great and a specialty dish, contributing to the recommendation for traditional hearty meals.
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Chocolate Moulleux
Praised as a scrumptious dessert with balanced flavors and excellent texture, making it a recommended dessert choice.
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Wild Boar Stew
Mentioned positively as a traditional Belgian dish with good flavor.
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Croquettes
Recommended as part of traditional Belgian food with good taste.
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Mushroom Sauce
Described as a must-try accompaniment, enhancing the dining experience.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 2:15 PM, 6 to 10:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 2:15 PM, 6 to 9:45 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 2:15 PM, 6 to 9:45 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 2:15 PM, 6 to 9:45 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 2:15 PM, 6 to 9:45 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Du Progres
Du Progres is a brasserie and restaurant in Ghent, Belgium, serving Belgian and Flemish dishes for lunch and dinner. Reviewers consistently praise the traditional food, especially Flemish stew, waterzooi, and steak, along with attentive service. The setting is described as casual, cozy, historic, and trendy, with outdoor seating and a busy dining room that can get noisy at peak times. It is popular with groups, tourists, and solo diners, and reservations are required.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Reservations required
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking garage
- Paid parking lot
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Du Progres known for?
Du Progres is best known for Belgian and Flemish classics, especially Flemish stew with salad and waterzooi. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the stewed beef, steak, and vol-au-vent as standout dishes, often noting that the portions are hearty and filling.
What dishes are most recommended at Du Progres?
The most recommended dishes are Flemish stew with salad, chicken waterzooi, steak tartare, and the mushroom sauce, with several reviews also praising wild boar stew, croquettes, carpaccio, and chocolate moelleux. The recurring theme is that the traditional mains are cooked well and feel like a strong match for Belgian food in Ghent.
What is the atmosphere like at Du Progres?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, historic, and a bit trendy, with some tables by the window and outdoor seating available. It suits couples, groups, solo diners, and tourists, though reviewers note that the dining room can be crowded and noisy on busy evenings.
Is Du Progres good value, and what is the price range?
Du Progres falls in the €20–40 range, and reviewers often call the beer prices reasonable and the meal filling enough to feel worth it. The combination of traditional Belgian dishes, table service, and generous portions makes it feel like solid value for a sit-down meal in central Ghent.
Do you need a reservation at Du Progres, and how busy does it get?
Yes, reservations are required, and multiple reviews mention that the restaurant can be crowded at night. One guest without a booking was seated within 5 minutes, but others note that peak times can be noisy, so planning ahead is the safer choice.
Is parking available at Du Progres?
Yes. Paid parking garage, Paid parking lot is available.
Does Du Progres have vegetarian options?
Yes, Du Progres offers vegetarian options.
Is Du Progres kid-friendly?
Yes, Du Progres is good for kids.
