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139 reviews for Bruges Waffles & Frites
Review Highlights
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"The machine gun sandwich is totally unique." In 23 reviews -
"Also, their creme fraiche is homemade, WIN." In 20 reviews -
"The frites were amazing too with the andalouse sauce." In 11 reviews
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139 reviews in English
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Review from Mike E.
5/24/2012 1 Check-in Here
Picture this: your plane touches down in Salt Lake City, and your crew decides to explore the city [SLC is the cleanest, kindest city in America, if you ask me] for a few hours before heading into Park City. They turn to you, the Yelpster of the group, for an affordable, tasty lunch suggestion.
Enter Yelp App - always a godsend. We decide on Bruges Waffles & Frites, since my lady friend LIVES for brunch. Literally, she lives for it.
When a place has essentially three items on the menu - waffles, the Machine Gun Sandwich, and made-from-scratch french fries, you get the sense it's going to be an awesome meal. Yup, 'twas a magnificent meal.
Turns out, we were about to eat the finest waffles in all the Land. I'm telling you, these waffles are a delicacy. No need for syrup -- their Creme fraiche, crunchy
speculoos spread, and Belgian chocolate sauce are borderline sinful. Gosh, I'm craving it now from 1,300 miles away in Minneapolis...
The fries have been voted Best of Utah for the past 2 years, and for good reason. And the Machine Gun Sandwich tasted like it was straight from the MN State Fair - fries piled right on top of the sandwich, which was loaded with lamb meat. ZOMG.
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Review from Madison L.
Provo, UT
4/16/2012
Oh my goodness! The best waffles I have ever tasted. I loved every bite and wanted more. Crunchy and sweet they didn't even need syrup. My husband and I both had vanilla waffles with fresh cream and fruit on top. I thought the bananas were a perfect complement but could have done without the whip cream.
Due to the limited seating we sat outside. It was a little cold so dress accordingly. We splurged a little bit and bought a hot chocolate. Holy richness. While delicious I could not finish it, because it was a little too dark for my taste.
Definitely worth checking out if you are in the neighborhood. I can't wait to visit again! -
Review from Grace Y.
4/12/2012 1 Check-in Here
Yelp drew me into this tiny food mecca. The place is nothing fancy, but there is character in every corner and in every bite.
I ordered the Machine Gun Sandwich (since my fellow Yelpers swore by it) for about $10 bucks. According to the waitstaff here, you can order this entry anytime after they obtain their morning baguettes. MGS for breakfast/brunch is possible!
I felt myself gain weight while downing the grease drenched fries and sandwich. I can't say the tummy feeling was too pleasant but my taste buds begged to differ. The sausages and fries are soaked generously with their mayonnaise and spice based Andalouse sauce- traditionally Belgian.
There is limited seating outside so be sure you get the order to-go just in case. I had a seat outside and it was freezing...might be helpful to know the weather ahead of time as well. Next time I'm trying the waffles! -
Review from Davin K.
Salt Lake City, UT
I expected more after all the hype and reviews.. I understand the waffle has sugar cooked into it, so they don't have syrup.. Sorry, but for my palate it's still too dry to eat alone, and for a single waffle at that price and to have to add $2 for each topping, I wasn't in the mood to doctor it up into a $15 waffle. The fries were tasty, light and crispy but I musta had the bottom of the barrel, because all it was was greasy little crumbfries. Jeez, I usually love every place, maybe I should give them another chance one day.. Maybe not. There's more new places for me to worry about. Sorry to be a negative Nancy!
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Review from John P.
Pleasant Grove, UT
5/22/2012
You've gotta give the machine gun a try and follow it up with a cinnamon waffle with speculos
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Review from Robert R.
Wilmington, DE
5/20/2012 1 Check-in Here
Best waffles I have ever had.
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Review from Lauren R.
Flagstaff, AZ
5/17/2012 1 Check-in Here
Machine Gunn goodness!!!! That lamb sausage was ridiculous. Don't ask questions just eat that explosion bomb of flavor.
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Review from Long T.
Renton, WA
4/8/2012 1 Check-in Here
Ahhh, it's nice to get a very satisfying sandwich with the spicy lamb sausage, Belgian frites (French fries), and the Andalouse mayonnaise in the middle of the bread. Mmmm...
The Machine Gun sandwich is as great as advertised! Only thing is that the sandwich is $9.25, so it can be a bit spendy. That said, it is a one-of-a-kind treat you should indulge in when you get to Salt Lake City. On a beautiful sunny day, you can't go wrong with one of these nap-inducing pleasures! -
Review from Jane Y.
4/9/2012 1 Check-in Here
I was in town for a conference and I promised myself that despite of my crazy conference schedule, I was going to make a point to come here. Boy, am I glad that I did.
This is a true hole in the wall, there's always a line out the door because you can't fit more than 3 people in there.
I had the vanilla waffle with strawberries, and it was the most amazing worthy-of-a-walk dessert I have ever had!
The waffle's flavour was lightly vanilla-ed with a nice crunch to it. Also, there's a small light layer of crispy sugar surround the waffle. Having a bite with the light tartness of the strawberry was the right balance of sweet and tart. It was refreshing to say the least and it made me feel like I was being healthy since strawberry is a FRUIT. :)
I saw a lot of people getting the frites, and MAN did I wish I had a friend there with me to pig out with.
Dear Bruges, will you come back to Raleigh with me? -
Review from Bud H.
Sandy, UT
5/11/2012
The fries are amazing. Gotta love the twice-fried thing. The waffles are surprisingly filling. Very dense. The machine gun is great. Love the sauce. I also really enjoy the new sausage item without casing - forget the name of it. Although this place tends to be on the pricey side, it's well worth the occassional visit.
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Review from Mike C.
2/29/2012
EVERYTHING HERE IS PHENOMENAL!!!
I RECOMMEND:
The Machine Gun Sandwich
Fresh baguette stuffed with 2 merguez (lamb) sausages, topped with fries and Andalouse sauce. This sandwich is slightly spicy, but 100% DELICIOUS!
Torpedo Waffle Topped with Creme Fraiche
Crisp belgium waffle w/sugar pearls embedded throughout the sweet batter then right before it is served they cut a slit into the waffle and slide two bars of belgium chocolate into the waffle. Top with Creme Fraiche, homemade whipped cream is also sweet and to die for, and/or other delicious toppings as well.
Do as the Belgiums do, eat waffles whenever wherever and often.
Next time I plan on trying their famous Frites solo with homemade dipping mayos. Specifically I am eyeing their Aioli Mayo. -
Review from Sam B.
Homedale, ID
3/4/2012 1 Check-in Here
Yeah.... not so impressed. While their waffles were good they weren't that special and definitely not enough food for your money, the biggest problem though is that your meal comes out one thing at a time, you might get your fries then the person before you will get there waffle then someone else will get their fries then your wife will get her fries and sandwich then someone else will get their waffles then you might get yours by then or your kid might get a part of their meal and so on and so forth.....
Next thing I didn't like is that the tables are out on the sidewalk because there is no room in the restaurant so as you are sitting there eating out of your paper tray with your plastic fork on the sidewalk people are just walking by going to the bakery and you are thinking, "why didn't I just go to IHOP or Village Inn where I could have gotten as good of a waffle for much less, been warm in a cumfy booth and actually have a strong enough fork to cut it with"
One more thing I didn't like is you just have to get your own condiments out of the fridge.
That's all. Have a nice day:) -
Review from Mike P.
San Diego, CA
2/25/2012
One of the "must eats" if you are just passing through town.
My choice: Vanilla waffle with creme fraiche and fresh strawberries.
A dozen gourmet mayos to complement the frites, each unique. -
Review from Rachel H.
Houston, TX
1/18/2012 2 photos
Had to stop by on the way to the airport.. our last stop in SLC, UT! Glad we did because it was A-MAZING. Most delicious Belgian waffles and toppings! The place is tiny, and only seats about 3-4 on the inside. It was a nice day so we sat outside.
Get the Waffle Monster.. Kinda pricey at $9 but SO WORTH IT. I wanted to lick the little paper boat it came it....
Ryan got the Torpedo Waffle with whipped cream. It was good, but no match for my Monster! -
Review from Stephanie L.
Salt Lake City, UT
Sweet lord, what did I do to myself going here? I was ruined for the rest of the day after I visited this sinful little shack, after having only one waffle!
My husband and I wanted to venture from our safe breakfast nook at the Park Cafe and try something new, and decided on Bruges. I felt silly that I had never really paid attention to this place, as I frequent their neighboring business, Caputos.
We ordered a vanilla waffle with creme fraiche and banana, and my husband got the "Torpedo" waffle which is a waffle with two bars of dark Belgium chocolate sandwiched in the middle. An order of frites to just say we tried them were added to our breakfast as well. We realized looking at the menu that we were in for a rich, sugar rush filled breakfast, and Bruges didn't disappoint.
We arrived to a busy line out the door situation, so we wandered around Caputos and drooled over fresh Tartufo (truffles) dreaming of a time we could spend the $3,200/lb for a pasta truffle dish.
After our daydreaming of frivolous spending, we headed back to the tiny building and luckily the inside crowd had disappeared and we were able to get a seat.
The waffles were crisp, carmalized, fluffy on the inside, absolutely the most amazing waffle I've ever had hands down. I was honestly overwhelmed at the amount of creme fraiche and moved most of it to the side and happily dipped my banana in a small amount with my waffle. I decided that I would be entirely content with a plain old waffle from here and feel good about it.
The frites were good, we ordered a small, and I felt like nearly 4 bucks for the portion was a little much, and they weren't very consistently crispy. Half were very crisp and good, the other half were a little soggy. I went plane Jane and got fry sauce with them, but I was intrigued by all the sauces available, and kinda want to go back just to try them.
I was way too full and on sugar overload to even attempt to try a bite of my husbands waffle, but he loved his as well. He was more put off at the super tiny seating area than I was, but I was thankful we didn't have to resort to sitting outside in the chilly weather. Will I go back? Probably. Will I feel like I have to run on a treadmill for hours afterward? Yes. -
Review from B Q.
Park City, UT
1/5/2012 1 photo
Located in a newly-revitalized neighborhood (or is it still mid-revitalization?) Delightful waffles with countless options for toppings. The sweet ones make the kids stoked, but they aren't ridiculously sweet. They have flavor beyond the sweetness, which is rare nowadays in similar spots (such as creperies). There is real care that goes into the ingredients & preparation, which shows through in the finished product.
And the frites are outrageously good. And OMG they have artwork of the almighty Eddy Merckx and the King of Belgium. Heaven!
A small spot with very little elbow room inside. They have tables outside, and Pioneer Square across the street (home of Occupy SLC) is perhaps a bit sketchy, but definitely safe-ish with a great playground for the kids to burn off the sugar.
A great spot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Someday I'll man up and do a Machine Gun Sandwich! -
Review from Eli G.
I give you the best waffle I've ever had;
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
Forget all the strawberries and the ice cream stuffed inside. This fresh made concoction was pure bliss. The sugar pearls they cook in the batter made delightful bits of caramelized sweetness throughout and the magic speculoos spread was so good that I had to get my own jar from Amazon.
The waffles is only half the reason we came. Through the awesome TV Food Maps application, we found this place because it was on Man Vs. Food, featuring their machine gun sandwich. Sadly the name was beastlier than the sandwich.
http://www.yelp.com/bi...
While the sandwich was good, it was really just good bread, a couple very small lamb sausages, topped with their okay fries and some sauce. It was a good eat, but I wished the sausages were twice as big, and that they'd try to pack a few more fries on top.
But overall a great spot, one that I will be going back to soon! -
Review from LuLu R.
Salt Lake City, UT
4/8/2012
The food was very delicious. I had the machine gun sandwich and frites. The sausage had a delightful blend of spices and the sauce for the frites rounded out the meal. We will for sure be back.
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Review from Alex C.
Houston, TX
5/4/2012 1 Check-in Here
Best waffle on earth. No joke. The owner was good enough to suggest an espresso from the bakery next door. Great waffles and a good neighbor. Now that is real customer service.
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Review from Maria B.
Salt Lake City, UT
1/5/2012
Most delicious waffles, could be less sugary though.... Toppings are tasty too, real whipped cream and real Belgian chocolate. Overall, a sugar bomb :-) If you don't like overly-sweet treats, try a waffle with fresh fruit instead of other toppings...
As other reviewers mentioned limited space which is offset by outdoor seating in summer. On the other hand, the place has a genuine ambiance of a European waffle shop. Also, a friendly owner who likes to chat in Dutch :-)
Great place to go on Friday night for dessert, even better when hungry after a night out or movies. -
Review from Charlene D.
Hill AFB, UT
5/5/2012
The waffles are as good as they are in Belgium and I love how personable & friendly the owner is!
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Review from Sabrina C.
Murray, UT
12/30/2011
The only thing that would make this place better is a much bigger seating area indoors and a bigger patio. Maybe a roof garden? But this is not the nature of this beast. It is more of a permanent sidewalk vendor. Buy a waffle and cross the street to eat it while wandering the park, or on a park bench.
Waffles are delicious. Plan on eating 1000 calories + here. -
Review from Kelie H.
11/10/2011 1 Check-in Here
Bruges doesn't need another review, but I can't stop myself from adding my two cents.
You can't even think about calories if you're going to eat here because everything is super rich and extremely calorie-laden...but it tastes sooooo gooood. I had fries and curry ketchup and a vanilla waffle with strawberries. I wanted to keep it simple for my first try.
I took one bite and almost passed out from extreme euphoria. The flavors of everything took me back to my few years spent in Europe, where we'd buy paper cones of fries with mayo from street vendors, and curry infused ketchup was the norm just about everywhere.
Sigh..the only downside is my waistline can;t afford to come here often, but if I could, I would.Listed in: Family Frolicking
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Review from Mary F.
Brighton, MA
12/12/2011
A restaurant dedicated entirely to Belgian waffles... Did I dream this?
I went for breakfast and arrived about 15 minutes before they opened. I had read the good reviews and wanted a quick bite before heading back home from a long weekend in SLC. The owner (who happens to be a bona fide Belgian) saw us wandering around in front of the door, opened the door, greeted us, and told us to come on in, albeit 15 mins early! We were the only customers in there at that point, and the owner and the two guys working were super friendly to us. I felt like I was in Europe, except more laid back and nicer staff :-)
The waffles aren't huge, but they are really dense, filling, and delicious! Both the vanilla and the cinnamon flavors were excellent, but I prefer the cinnamon. They are made out of sort of a soft dough as opposed to a batter, so texturally they are different (and better) than anything I've ever had. The outside gets almost caramelized in its crispiness and the inside is soft. The strawberries on top are fresh, and it's just awesome.
This wasn't an issue for us, since we were the only ones in there at the time but I wonder what people do when it's more crowded, as there is only seating for about 6-8 people.
All in all fantastic though! -
Review from Mark R.
Salt Lake City, UT
11/20/2011
These are by far the best waffles I've ever had. This place puts to shame any other place that I have been to that had "belgian" waffles. It has raised the waffle bar to where it should be, and everything below it will no longer be considered "belgian" by me.
Owned by a belgian guy and stuck almost in an alley close to downtown SLC, these are by far the best waffles I've ever had, and has made me avoid waffles in most other places around the country. The fries were also worthy, considering Belgium is the birthplace of fries, they did not shame their historical roots. -
Review from Alison H.
11/19/2011
I first ate at Bruges a few years ago after spending some time at the Downtown Farmers Market. It was the perfect delicious treat after perusing local wares. Pierre is a welcome addition to our downtown area. I love the teeny-tiny little shop and everything that comes out of it.
The fries are deliciously hot and crisp (fresh each time!) and plentiful. DO NOT ORDER the large - unless you are planning to share. I watched a girl order two of these and then laughed at the shock on her face when she was handed one of them. She then asked if she could cancel the second - since just one was the size of her head.
I also love the waffles. I've been to Brussels a few different times and always enjoyed the waffle bar windows that you could order a waffle at and then carry and eat.
There are two different types of waffles - and if you order a Liege - you should understand it is decadently sweet - and one will be more than plenty even if it does not look large.
Pierre also offers a "machine gun sandwich" which was recently named one of the best sandwiches in America. There's not a link to the book mention, but there is a write-up here: http://www.seriouseats.... They source local lamb which is spiced to perfection! The bread is also sourced locally.
It's a stop worth making if you're in the area. -
Review from Le T.
11/2/2011 1 Check-in Here
Local favorite and there's good reason why...Waffles are excellent, frites and several sauces really good too. The place almost always has a line, but is in a great area to hang out in on a nice summer night. Waffle with creme fresh is great! Recommend if...
A) You're looking for a popular local place to take someone from out of town.
B) it's a nice night...perfect endcap for a downtown stroll.
C) You're adventurous...the place has a TON of dipping sauces to choose from. -
Review from Dmitriy V.
San Jose, CA
3/8/2012 1 photo
Tried all three of their specialties: the waffles, the machine gun sandwich and the Fr.. mixed sausage. I would say all three were as good as advertised, and I will definitely come back next time I was in Utah. As a bonus this place has very friendly staff and good location.
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Review from vikster n.
Ogden, UT
9/3/2011 1 Check-in Here
The great thing about this place is the fact that you don't have to go to Bruges to get these great waffles and frites (which, quite frankly, is a bonus).
Hubby and I shared a Machine Gun and a waffle and strawberries. I'd go back just to try all the other sauces for the frites!! You can keep the lamb sausages... as mentioned in another review, they seemed overcooked.
Must try the choc-filled waffle next time! -
Review from Candice S.
Bountiful, UT
10/8/2011 1 Check-in Here
I am a FRY FREAK. I proudly let my fry freak flag fly.
I finally was able to make it down to Bruges to try their much talked about, award-winning frite.
Made to order, my frites were cooked to a perfect golden brown. A medium could easily feed 4 people. I had mine with with Zango Mayo (flavor with lime zest and mango.) Excellent sauce. The frites however, were overwhelmingly, unbearably salty! So salty that they ruined all hopes I had for my evening snack. The ankle biters couldn't eat them either. I don't know if it was due to human error or if that's how salty they are supposed to be, but I'm surely not going to spend another $5+ to find out.
Totally turned off, the redeeming part of my experience was the Torpedo waffle, a crispy vanilla Belgian waffle stuffed with dark Belgian chocolate. You can choose a variety of fresh toppings, the most popular being creme fraiche. Great taste, but kinda pricey. -
Review from Sam V.
7/19/2011 1 Check-in Here
It's been about a year since I've satisfied my belgian waffle cravings, and after having lazed around the Farmer's Market this past Saturday, it sounded like quite the treat. Not to mention, I had just been reminded of my visit here after having watched a rerun of Adam Richman devouring his way through a machine gun on Man v. Food. While I am never hungry enough when I come here to consume an entire carb and meat extravaganza, I definitely would say that it's your typical man ... can I call it a sandwich, I was going to go for monstrosity, but in a good way.
Anyways, I always order the same thing whenever I come here: cinnamon waffle, with strawberries*, and creme fraiche. The reason why I put an asterisk behind strawberries is because I found out they also include peaches when they are seasonal, and I'm personally one who fervently believes peaches are the bee's knees. However, when peaches are not in season, strawberries are a perfectly good addition. Also, their creme fraiche is homemade, WIN. No, seriously, even if you don't prefer any accompaniments on your waffles, you HAVE to get creme fraiche. It will change your mind. Something about that smooth, creamy, but fluffy, texture of creme fraiche, that's a little richer than your average whipped cream and a little lighter than a dollop of sour cream, added with just a hint of sweetness.
...Creme fraiche aside, the actual waffle itself is a masterpiece. It's chewy, and light, but dense enough to justify the cost of paying $7 (toppings included) for a single waffle. I could keep going on, but honestly, you just need to come here to experience all that is a belgian waffle. -
Review from Rod S.
10/1/2011 1 Check-in Here
If you find yourself in Bruges after eating here you'll end up being disappointed in the waffles and frites there.
The waffles here are better than the best I've had in multiple trips to Bruges. The only problem with this place is it's so popular it can be difficult to get a place to sit and it's a bit of a zoo inside getting the food. The place is a real gem. So, when in Bruges stick to the moules (mussels), white asparagus in season and the beer for comfort food. The frites and waffles here are better. -
Review from Garret N.
Bishop, CA
2/8/2012
They certainly corner a market in Salt Lake City, but I can't say I was blown away. I had the machine gun sandwich and my friend had a waffle. Considering the price the waffles are a complete rip-off. The machine gun sandwich was much better value, but still a pricey proposition (9.99 for fast food).
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Review from Sky T.
The best Belgian waffle you will ever eat in Utah, period.
The taste of the foods here are like an awakening of your tastebuds. They stick to waffles, frites, and a well-known something known as the "Machine Gun." You will not be disappointed with anything you get.
Bruges is a dainty place but they have a patio above and some tables outside so there are some seats to grab if you are quick. But if you can't catch a table you can walk down to Pioneer park right next across to enjoy your treats.
I love Bruges' food and I yearn to get more of their food. A little pricy but worth it all.
Oh, what have they done to me and my tastebuds...other waffles and frites will never taste the same again.
Recommendation(s): Cinnamon Belgian waffle with crème fraiche.
Note(s): A wise friend of mine told me never to get syrup with your Belgian waffle here. A very wise friend indeed. -
Review from Steven K.
How can you even write a review that stands out of seventy (70) plus reviews? Wait and see.
You can't make these at home. Oh, gurl, you can search for a recipe on yahoo, bing or gurgle but when you find it... Haaaa, you'll figure out it's easier to head over to Bruges and have them do it for you. These waffles are da bomb. There's nothing anywhere in Salt City that even compares. Too bad you either have to sit outside or come home smelling like a fryer if you eat inside, but the sun feels good. Right?
We usually get one with strawberries, chocolate and whipped cream to share. Don't choke at the price, and remember that chocolate they use is not cheap, nor are the ingredients in that waffle you just inhaled. There are secret ingredients in the recipe that are difficult to come by especially in our land locked little city.
The fries are good, but really, dear, it's spring you do want to fit in that new bathing suit, right? Sit there and wonder how many meals people are going to skip after they inhale a large batch of fries and a couple tubs of sauce and then a waffle! Chuckle, or as a friend said the other day, chortle all the way home. Or better yet, walk around the park a few times. Uh, maybe not. -
Review from Kendall C.
Brooklyn, NY
6/14/2011
If it were possible to give 10 stars to my favorite eatery of all time, this would be it. I live about an hour away, and ate here 4 times in one week once I tried it.
The machine gun sandwich is totally unique. My husband is addicted to it. The frites are amazing. The best "french fries" I've ever had in my whole life. The torpedo is a belgian chocolate stuffed waffle. I dream about it. The Belgian waffles in general are something unique and amazing. They're sugary and crispy on the outside and definitely not like any homemade belgian waffles you've ever had. My first time going, the owner recommended a vanilla waffle with strawberries and creme fresh (fresh whipped cream). I've tried other combinations, but that one is simply the best.
My last recommendation? Come with an extra $10 because you're gonna want to go back for seconds.Listed in: Provo food destinations
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Review from Seann O.
Tempe, AZ
3/30/2012
Best waffles I've ever eaten, period. And you can get whatever you want on them - big fresh fruit, chocolate, homemade whip cream, etc. Tasted incredible! They also have some huge, unique sandwiches and some other things, but small menu; doesn't matter to me when you do so very well at making those things (to be fair, all we had were the waffles)
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Review from Jessica E.
Minneapolis, MN
6/4/2011
Man V Food said it was awesome...yelpers gave it 4.5 stars...added up to "stop in and give it a try" to me!
Stop in I did. I ordered a vanilla waffle with strawberries. What I got was heaven. They come out looking all innocent, like "hey, I'm just a waffle - nothing dangerous about me!" And then you take a bite and it's all like "fooled you, sucker!!!" This isn't a waffle like you've experienced before...it's not an eggo, it's not your mother's/grandmother's waffle. It deserves to be called by another name. What that name is, I'll need to get back to you on, but trust me - you need to go.
I also tried the Machine Gun. Tasty? Yes. Write home about it? No...except I guess I kind of am right now.
Now, back to the waffles. I went back for a second on my way out the door. I've never done it before, but I wish I would have grabbed another. Please go and have another for me. -
Review from Kate C.
Good God.
Eating here has shown me the light. It's an epiphany. A miracle. I was blind and now I see... my taste buds have never experienced such joy. My love of all other foods seems insignificant now. I've found a new infatuation that blurs my food relationships of the past. Bruges is complete and udder euphoria.
I'm not sure that it matters what you order here. I would bet my entire life savings (very tempting, I know) that everything on their menu tastes just as glorious as what I ordered. Bruges can do no wrong in my eyes. I will now attempt to encompass their magnificence in a detailed list:
(This list gets stars instead of numbers because all of these points are equally exceptional.)
* Waffles: vanilla liege waffle with creme fraiche and fresh strawberries. After trying the Bruges waffle, you will never go back. Normal waffles now seem silly and pointless. This magical waffle is caramelized on the outside for a candy crunch and perfectly light and flaky on the inside. At first I was wondering where my side of syrup was, but luckily I dove in without it. Syrup is for the weak. A Bruges waffle needs nothing (but oh yes, it still comes with creme made from the clouds of heaven and fresh fruit that never tasted so good.)
* Frites: didn't really know what a "frite" was until my order arrived. It is a French Fry for all of you other clueless people! Even though my side of fries was a surprise, it was the best decision I could have made. You know how you usually order fries and have to pick through the soggy floppy ones to find the crunchy juicy ones? Well these fries are only crunchy and juicy! And the fry sauce (or mayonnaise as they call it) is thick and full of flavor.
* Machine Gun: I can't comment too much on this masterpiece, as I didn't order it myself. I did, however, watch my two guy friends chow down on this monster of a sandwich as I giggled in amusement. Let's just say it's not the most romantic thing to eat. This sandwich is filled with lamb sausage links, frites, and their special mayonnaise. It's bigger than some newborn babies. Basically, it's every guys dream... and yes, it's guy approved. They absolutely loved it.
* Overall setting: this place is so small, there is barely room for a condiment counter and a cash register. I saw a tiny bar area with bar stools but trust me, this is not necessary. Part of what makes this experience so enchanted is eating outside on a warm day, surrounded by a beautiful area of downtown and soaking in the sunshine.
Have I successfully accomplished the longest and most descriptive Yelp review of my time? Yes, I think I have. Bruges has turned me into a needy lover. I am ready to take our relationship to the next level (upon observing the surrounding area, I noticed the Palladio apartments are a mere two blocks away from Bruges. I shall be counting the days until my current lease is up...)
Update: I am currently living in the Palladio apartments. Success is mine!Listed in: Outsiders Need Love Too
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Review from Jenny G.
Los Angeles, CA
9/5/2011
Perfect way to start a morning? Order some belgian waffles stuffed with dark chocolate topped with bananas...mmmmmmm! Add a side of frites, dipped in andalouse sauce and you're in breakfast heaven.
Didn't get to try the machine gun, but if I'm ever back in SLC, I'm definitely going back for this!
