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What to order at Steendam 66
- Must order
- The fish main, which shows the kitchen's French training most cleanly.
- Signature dishes
- Seasonal fish main, Seasonal set menu
- Editor tip
- Closed Sunday; Tuesday to Friday lunch is the most accessible and relaxed format.
CuisineFrench-belgian Bistro
Price€€€
Neighborhoodbinnenstad
HoursTue-Fri 12:00-13:30, 18:30-22:30; Sat 18:00-22:30; Sun-Mon closed
Phone+32478342871
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Signature dishes: Seasonal fish main, Seasonal set menu
Must order: The fish main, which shows the kitchen's French training most cleanly.
Tip: Closed Sunday; Tuesday to Friday lunch is the most accessible and relaxed format.
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Location
Address: Steendam 66, 9000 Gent, Ghent
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