What to order at Au Stekerlapatte

Must order
Boudin noir with caramelised apples, and shrimp croquettes to start.
Signature dishes
Boudin noir with apples, Shrimp croquettes
Editor tip
Closed Sunday. Open evenings only; the dining room fills with the same Marolles regulars night after night.
CuisineBelgian Bistro
Price€€
Neighborhoodmarolles
HoursTue-Thu 12:00-14:30, 18:30-22:00, Fri 12:00-14:30, 18:30-23:00, Sat 18:30-23:00, Sun 12:00-15:00, 18:30-22:00, Mon closed
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Signature dishes: Boudin noir with apples, Shrimp croquettes

Must order: Boudin noir with caramelised apples, and shrimp croquettes to start.

Tip: Closed Sunday. Open evenings only; the dining room fills with the same Marolles regulars night after night.

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Address: Rue des Prêtres 4, 1000 Brussels

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