Parazzar — Restaurant in Bruges

We were in Brugge for a couple of days and, after a long day of walking, we decided to stop by this restaurant — mainly because it was close to our Airbnb and had received some “good” reviews.

To start on a positive note: the staff were very friendly and gave us a table right away, which we really appreciated.

That said, the food was, in one word, terrible. We ordered a pasta Bolognese and a pizza Mozzarella — two classic dishes you’d expect to be fairly standard and safe choices. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the case.

The pasta was completely overcooked, soft to the point of falling apart, and the sauce was bland and watery, with no depth or flavor. The pizza — if you can even call it that — looked more like a pancake. The dough had the taste and texture of something store-bought, flat and lifeless, with barely any tomato sauce or seasoning. The mozzarella on top was just as disappointing — tasteless and rubbery.

We only ate a few bites of each dish before giving up. There was simply no flavor, no care, and no enjoyment in the food. It’s a shame, because the service was welcoming, but the kitchen seriously needs a rethink.

And then, something very unusual happened: the young man who came to clear our plates took them to the kitchen, and just a few moments later came back out — holding what was clearly the same pizza we had barely touched. He then sat down at the bar and started eating it. While we’re absolutely against wasting food, we found this not only strange but also quite unprofessional. It’s not something you expect to witness in a...

A Must-Visit in Bruges!

Our visit to Parazzar was an absolute highlight of our trip to Bruges! We initially planned to stop for just a meal and one drink, but the incredible experience kept us there for the entire evening – it was simply too good to leave!

The food was absolutely delicious, especially the pasta dishes. The portions are incredibly generous, so you definitely won't leave hungry. Beyond the fantastic food, Parazzar boasts an incredible selection of beers.

What truly sets Parazzar apart are the owners. They are so welcoming and genuinely create a wonderful atmosphere. They kindly talked us through the beer selections and made excellent recommendations, which made our experience even more enjoyable.

We would absolutely recommend Parazzar to anyone visiting Bruges looking for fantastic food, an amazing beer selection, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. You won't be...

Stunning place, stunning food, beautiful people, incredible art. A truly inspiring venue. The owners are lovely people and I wish I knew them better. The venue even allowed us to order cooked food items after the kitchen had closed, for which we were incredibly grateful. The art work in the venue, by one of the owners, was breathtaking and poignant. Such a great visit, I hope we...