What to order at Noordzee Mer du Nord

Must order
A bowl of fish soup, croquettes aux crevettes, and a glass of muscadet from the wine fridge.
Signature dishes
Shrimp croquettes, Fish soup
Editor tip
No tables. Order at the counter, listen for your name, then carry the plate to a high-top across the street.
CuisineSeafood
Price€€
Neighborhoodsainte-catherine
HoursTue-Sun 11:00-18:30, Mon closed
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Signature dishes: Shrimp croquettes, Fish soup

Must order: A bowl of fish soup, croquettes aux crevettes, and a glass of muscadet from the wine fridge.

Tip: No tables. Order at the counter, listen for your name, then carry the plate to a high-top across the street.

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Address: Rue Sainte-Catherine 45, 1000 Brussels

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