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Belga Cafe, Washington, DC

Belga Cafe

4.8
4.8
4787 Reviews
$30 and under
Belgian
514 8th Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
Belga Café is a great place to eat typical Belgian cuisine.
Hours of operation:
Dinner: Monday - Saturday starting from 5 pm, Lunch: Tuesday - Friday from noon until 2:30 pm, Brunch: Saturday 9:30 am - 3:30 pm & Sunday 9:00 am - 3:30 pm.
To inquire about PRIVATE EVENT email at info@belgacafe.com

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Belgian, French, European
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 9:30 am–3:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–3:15 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Bart M. Vandaele
  • Catering
    For catering inquires please call 202-544-0100.
  • Private party facilities
    A completely private, bright dining room with both seated table configuration, a large custom full bar, a large window and an open kitchen. Max capacity of 75 seated, 120 standing.Call to inquire (202)544-0100
  • Neighborhood
    Capitol Hill
  • Cross street
    Pennsylvania Ave. SE
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are 1 1/2 blocks away from the Eastern Market Metro stop on the Orange and Blue line
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,787 people are saying

Belga Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Belga Cafe delights with authentic Belgian fare and creative twists. The menu boasts diverse brunch, lunch, and dinner options, including standout dishes like "amazing steak tartare" and "lobster waffle." Patrons appreciate the "outstanding service" and welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for occasions, Belga remains a beloved Capitol Hill gem.

4,787 Reviews
  1. Charles

    Washington DC10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a positive experience at this long-time favorite! Great food, awesome service and a great atmosphere!

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  2. Ana VIP

    Washington DC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have a great meal and a wonderful time at Belga!

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  3. Julie

    Washington DC1 review

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was terrible. Otherwise it was okay. Definitely not the belga I remember from living on the hill.

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  4. Jacob

    Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurants in the D.C area. The chef and staff were friendly, quick and very informative on the intimidating Belgian menu. The owner was super funny, pleasant and did not leave us astray on any appetizers, entrees and desserts.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Would highly recommend!

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  6. Deborah

    Washington DC14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came to Bella Café for brunch. The first thing I noticed was the cute blankets in a basket you could use if you wanted to sit outside on this slightly cool day. Very cute idea. I wonder if the sidewalk cafés in Belgium offer the same? Once inside, we were seated at a table and I noticed the height of the chairs are a bit taller than usual. I appreciated this since I’m tall. The menu was an incredible display of delicious options from waffles to steak fritte to mussels to a variety of omelettes. Between that and the delicious drink menu, it took us a minute. We settled on brunch. A fluffy Gruyère and Gouda omelette with fresh herbs. Divine! I got a fruit parfait with Greek yogurt. The bowl was large and full of fresh berries! Delish. My boyfriend got the cowboy skillet with the short ribs and loved it . Our server was great-attentive and funny. We had a great time. We’ll be back to try dinner!

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  7. Alison VIP

    Washington DC14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food at Belga. It is based on Belgian food, but with a slightly different fair. Dining room is comfortable and not too lots. Service is attentive. It’s my go-to for out-of-town guests touring The Hill.

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  8. Lorry VIP

    Washington DC24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply. Perfect. Quiet enough to hear. Fantastic soup and entrees. Attentive but not hovering service.

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  9. Matt

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best brunch meals I’ve had in a long time! Great food and outstanding service!

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  10. Ivonne VIP

    Miami46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and excellent service. Will be back!

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FAQs

Belga Cafe does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Belga Cafe also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 544-0100.

Belga Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 4787 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Capitol Hill

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Belga Cafe

514 8th Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Pennsylvania Ave. SE
  • Neighborhood
    Capitol Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 9:30 am–3:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–3:15 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Belgian, French, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are 1 1/2 blocks away from the Eastern Market Metro stop on the Orange and Blue line
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Bart M. Vandaele
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    For catering inquires please call 202-544-0100.
  • Private party facilities
    A completely private, bright dining room with both seated table configuration, a large custom full bar, a large window and an open kitchen. Max capacity of 75 seated, 120 standing.Call to inquire (202)544-0100
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