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What to order at 't Nieuw Walnutje
- Must order
- A spread of the Flemish tapas; affordable and built for sharing.
- Signature dishes
- Flemish tapas, Classic recipes worked modern
- Editor tip
- On the Walplein square steps from the brewery, so an easy pairing with a Halve Maan visit.
CuisineSpanish tapas
Price€€
Neighborhoodminnewater
HoursMon-Tue 12:00-15:00, 18:00-00:00; Thu-Sun 12:00-15:00, 18:00-00:00; Wed closed
Phone+32 50 34 12 45
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Signature dishes: Flemish tapas, Classic recipes worked modern
Must order: A spread of the Flemish tapas; affordable and built for sharing.
Tip: On the Walplein square steps from the brewery, so an easy pairing with a Halve Maan visit.
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Location
Address: Walplein 3, 8000 Brugge, Bruges
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