Ghent: Food & Drink Walking Tour with Tastings
Join an entertaining local guide on a culinary and historical journey through the charming streets of Ghent. A culinary adventure through Ghent you will never forget!
What to order at Karoot
- Must order
- The seasonal carrot-based signature plate, rotating monthly to show the kitchen's vegetable-forward vision.
- Signature dishes
- Carrot-based seasonal dishes, Plant-based comfort plates
- Editor tip
- Portions are filling; the kitchen is sized for sharing and lends itself to two-person lunches over a split plate.
CuisineVegetarian and Vegan
Price€
Neighborhoodbinnenstad
HoursTue-Thu 17:00-22:00; Fri-Sun 15:00-22:00; Mon closed
Phone32490460268
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Signature dishes: Carrot-based seasonal dishes, Plant-based comfort plates
Must order: The seasonal carrot-based signature plate, rotating monthly to show the kitchen's vegetable-forward vision.
Tip: Portions are filling; the kitchen is sized for sharing and lends itself to two-person lunches over a split plate.
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Location
Address: Phoenixstraat 77, 9000 Gent, Ghent
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