Restaurant Henri — Restaurant in Mons

We were greeted by friendly but wildly busy waiters, clearly auditioning for a speed-walking competition. The restaurant was almost full, so there was a bit of a wait for our food. When the steak finally arrived, well… let’s just say it had been through some things. Ordered medium, it came out so overcooked it could have been a chew toy. But hats off to the staff—they quickly replaced it with a new one. Unfortunately, this steak went too far in the opposite direction; its center was raw and cold enough to remind us that winter is coming. Apparently, the art of cooking a thick steak is a delicate one, and the 20-years-experienced chef must’ve had the night off.

The fries, though, were a beacon of hope—golden, crispy perfection. And our waiter? A gem! Patient, helpful, and excellent at explaining things in English.

Now, for the twist: in 2024, Henri’s still doesn’t accept card payments. Yes, you read that right. Instead, we had to leave the cozy 68-year-old establishment and go on a scavenger hunt for an ATM. A little modernization wouldn't hurt, Henri.

Verdict: 4 stars for the service, 3 for the food, and 2 stars overall because “cash only” just isn’t charming anymore. With a sprinkle of modernity and a touch more consistency in the kitchen, Henri could be back in...

6 of us from England visited this restaurant on the recommendation of one of our party. Really enjoyed our meal. Friendly staff. Has a very local feel, lots of locals eating here vs. the tourist trap square further up the street. A classic example of how with a little exploring you can find a good honest restaurant that doesn't make you feel like you are being ripped off. We mainly had the beef...

First thing's first, the dish itself is fairly nice. The issue I had was with the bill. I wanted to order the moules but there's none for today. So I asked the waitress what the plate of the day is, and she said the pork chop with mustard sauce and I went along with it. But when I was clearing the bill, the other one said the plate of the day is chicken. So I got charged €10...