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Belga Cafe, Washington, DC

Belga Cafe

4.7 (4794)
$30 and under
Belgian
514 8th Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
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 4,794 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Belga Cafe offers a delightful Belgian dining experience with "spectacular food" and "warm, inviting staff." Known for its "exceptional food" and extensive "wine and beer list," it's a favorite for both casual brunches and special occasions. The atmosphere is "comfortable," and the chef's attention to detail is evident in the "creative and delicious menu." While service can vary during busy times, the overall experience is consistently praised for its charm and quality.
4,794 Reviews
  1. Connie VIP

    Washington DC24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service reliably great! Best restaurant on Capitol Hill!

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  2. Ann VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent quiche — super service — only complaint was they didn’t have decaf coffee

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  3. Nicole

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a wonderful night with delicious food and drinks ! Very kind staff and perone

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  4. Judy VIP

    Washington DC47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful and delicious Easter brunch with great menu choices.
    Belga CafeResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you so much for joining us for Easter brunch and for taking the time to leave us your feedback. We're truly grateful you chose to spend such a special day with us. Your kind words and thoughtful comments mean a lot to our team—they help us grow and continue providing the best experience possible. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Hamza Amor

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  5. Robert

    Washington DC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food quality was excellent, though service could have been better...BUT I have to give them a little slack as it was Easter Sunday and they were busy. It has the dining quality of a fine restaraunt, but with a much more relaxed vibe.
    Belga CafeResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you so much for joining us for Easter and for your kind words about our restaurant. We're truly glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and appreciate your understanding during what was a very busy day. While we’re happy to have had the opportunity to serve so many wonderful guests, we also know how important great service is—and we’re sorry if we fell short of excellence. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we’ll continue striving to do better, even on our busiest days. We’d love to welcome you back soon and give you the experience you truly deserve! Hamza Amor

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  6. Mollie

    Washington DC1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    belga has been our go-to spot for the last 4 years. Unfortunately, the service gets worse and worse. Today we went early for Easter brunch and had to ask 3 different people for a side of ketchup, had to request water refills multiple times, and everything just took forever. The typically delicious “bucket of bacon” tasted gross- a fish-like flavor and the bacon was super chalky. Disappointed in the over $200 brunch.
    Belga CafeResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you for your continued support and for sharing your honest feedback about your recent visit. We're truly sorry to hear that your experience this time didn’t meet the standard you’ve come to expect from us. As one of our valued regular guests, your satisfaction means the world to us, and it’s always our goal to make every visit a great one. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back soon and provide the experience you deserve.With sincere appreciation, Hamza Amor

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  7. Stephanie VIP

    Washington DC6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner with Exceptional food & great service
    Belga CafeResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you so much for joining us for dinner! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience—it truly means a lot to our entire team. We're always striving to create a memorable and welcoming atmosphere for our guests, and it's wonderful to know that we succeeded during your visit. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again very soon! Hamza Amor

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  8. Jim VIP

    Washington DC13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Superb food, classy European fare and ambience. Exceptional wine and beer list.
    Belga CafeResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you so much for your positive feedback—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our selection of wine and beer. Next time you visit, we’d love for you to check out our Gin Garden at The Betsy. It’s a perfect spot to explore a curated collection of unique gins in a beautiful setting. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Warm regards, Hamza Amor

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  9. Yoko

    Philadelphia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dining experience. Some items on the menu are a bit pricey. Service was great. Great atmosphere. Great food.

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  10. Edward VIP

    Washington DC8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    There was a boisterous wine-tasting event going on in the front of the main dining room, so we were seated in a streetside “chalet”. Service remained excellent, and the venue made for a delightfully quiet and private meal, without feeling at all excluded. The food—including excellent Brussels sprouts and vlaamse frietjes—was delightful, as always.

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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 4.7 stars by 4794 OpenTable diners.

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

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  4. District of Columbia
  5. Capitol Hill

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Booked 15 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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