Best Belgian beers for frites
11 beers in our guide pair beautifully with frites (frites, croquettes). Expect pilsner, belgian pale ale, flanders red ale and more, each chosen for how it meets the dish.
Stella Artois
Anheuser-Busch InBev · 5%Perfect with salty fried foods like Belgian fries (frites) or calamari, as the carbonation cuts through the grease.
Read the dossierDe La Senne Taras Boulba
Brasserie de la Senne · 4.5%Ideal with fish and chips; the floral bitterness balances the batter while the light body keeps the meal refreshing.
Read the dossierRodenbach Classic
Brouwerij Rodenbach · 5.2%Perfect with grey shrimp croquettes or summer salads, acting like a refreshing vinaigrette.
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Boon Oude Geuze
Brouwerij Boon · 7%Pairs with fried fish or shellfish; the gentle acidity acts like a squeeze of lemon.
Read the dossierVanderGhinste Roodbruin
Omer Vander Ghinste · 5.5%Classic with grey shrimp croquettes, providing a tart counterpoint to the creamy filling.
Read the dossierHoublon Chouffe
Brasserie d'Achouffe · 9%Pairs with crispy fried chicken or spicy curries; the bright hops cut through the fat and the heat.
Read the dossierLindemans Oude Gueuze Cuvée René
Brouwerij Lindemans · 5.5%A classic with moules frites or a plate of oysters; the acidity does the work a squeeze of lemon would.
Read the dossierHapkin
Alken-Maes · 8.5%Complements fried mussels or rich cream sauces, where the hop bitterness cuts through the fat.
Read the dossierGirardin Gueuze 1882 (White Label)
Brouwerij Girardin · 5%A gentler introduction to gueuze than the unfiltered bottlings. Good with roast chicken, soft cheeses, or a plate of frites with mayonnaise.
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Brasserie de la Senne · 5.8%A perfect cafe beer with charcuterie, fries, or a sharp aged cheese.
Read the dossierDelta IPA
Brussels Beer Project · 6%Cuts through fried chicken, spicy food, or grilled fish.
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