Huis Belgian Bar & Kitchen — Restaurant in Portsmouth

We visited here for a family members birthday meal out. Managed to find some on street parking not far from the resturant which was a bonus.

We went into the place at opening and it was peacefully quiet. We stepped in through the front door and the hustle and bustle of the street disappeared. We received a warm welcome and were shown to our table. There is an extensive normal menu and also a special one - shown in photos.

We had to take a good while to choose something to drink - there is SO much choice beer wise! I couldn’t drink (driver) so when I spotted the non-alcoholic beers I was very happy!

Food wise we ordered the bitterballen and Krocketten (one of each type) to start. They were a decent portion and flavours really good, they were all different. We shared all 3 between 3 adults.

For mains we all ordered something different. The mussels, the waffle burger and the croque - Philly Funghi. The service was a tad longer than expected - we were one of a few tables in at that point however when it arrived it was clear it was worth the wait! The presentation was really good, food was hot and they all arrived at the same time.

The only downside on mine (the Croque) was it was very spicy. The pepper sauce was very strong. I tried to tame it with some mayo but it didn’t do a lot so I left a fair bit of it after eating what I could. When we go back I know not to have this now which is a shame. All the ingredients are things I like but it was too spicy for me.

The waffle burger was tasty, the waffle fluffy and complements the burger well. The mussels were hot, the sauce was good, strong in flavour and not watery which is easily done.

Parmesan fries were really nice! A welcome change from normal chips. Very pleased I upgraded to those with my croque.

It is worth noting they don’t do a kids menu here. We had a main meal for an adult and the child to share (was ample portion size) and we ordered the Stoemp for them to eat. Can’t go wrong with mash, cheese and veg lol. The Gouda bites were nice too!

We loved the little touches in the place, the decor and the shop that they have. We bought some of the pretzel chocolate and it was gooood! We will be...

Look, I'm not happy. To start this review I would to sincerely state the positive facts in the experience: My husband was offered water when he was choking on his 8% beer, also they have delicious Liendermans and other Beligium craft beer. My friend Rachel will go back! As for me, I shan't ever return despite the other friendly bartender who gave my husband a free beer. As for me, I'm venting and unhappy due to the genuine lack of coat hooks at the bar. But that's nothing... How would you feel arriving at a nearly empty establishment and being told "There are no tables" in this sub antarctic temperature (the air conditioner was set to '#@%*&! you' minus 2). We were sat at the bar, with zero people filling the multitude of no tables. Also there was no lego like there usually is. Basically, my rant here is I WAS LIED TO, cold, and disappointed. This has nothing to do with the fact that I wanted to sit at the bar and not at a table (so actually there was no problem). But it has everything to do with the guy with the long beard lying to me. I was so proud of myself for holding my tongue and not creating a scene. In all honestly, it would have been nice just to have been asked to sit at the bar. Just say, please sit at the bar....

Another visit to this amazing restaurant. A small place in Elm Grove with a European feel. Reserved a table for 2 on Saturday, felt safe with the social distancing of the tables and the alcohol gel on each table on offer. Took a while to get our drink order in but the place is pretty laid back and we weren't in a rush. Decided to try a few rums! Great variety of beers, shorts and other drinks. We enjoyed the local rum very much! For food we ordered, Halloumi fries to start and Pork Belly and Weinerschnitzel for main.. you cannot come here and not try the pork! Oh my goodness! We have it everytime and it is superb!! The tastes and portion size is incredible. Myself and my husband half half our mains and we thoroughly enjoyed it. We always do! Super full up after.. no way could do a starter each, main each and a dessert. They are happy for you to take away your left overs too which is great. No negatives, but as most places, covid has left bars and restaurants with "no feel" it all seems a bit lifeless everywhere. Music was great in HUIS as was the food and drink. Staff very friendly and whole place pretty laid back. Would highly recommend this place for...