Jacobin, Contemporary restaurant in central Bruges, Belgium.
Description
Jacobin is a contemporary restaurant in central Bruges with Scandinavian-inspired minimalist design, clean lines, and exposed wooden beams. The dining room feels intentionally simple, with dark-tiled counters and a limited number of tables that create closeness among diners.
History
The restaurant sits within a traditional Bruges building featuring characteristic stepped gables typical of medieval Flemish architecture. This building style developed over centuries and helped make the city a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Culture
The name references the Jacobins who once had a presence in this area of Bruges. This historical connection shapes how the restaurant positions itself within the city's layered past.
Practical
The restaurant is small and intimate with limited seating, so booking ahead is wise. The old town location is easy to reach on foot, and the surroundings offer many other dining spots and cafés to explore.
Did you know?
The menu consists of around twelve plates meant for sharing, including warm oysters with mousse and Ibérico pork cooked on a Japanese Konro grill. The drinks selection focuses on lesser-known Hungarian wines that offer an interesting alternative to typical European choices.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Brugge).
Bruges has a diverse dining scene that ranges from fine dining to casual neighborhood spots. The city boasts Michelin-starred establishments like Le Mystique – Relais & Chateaux and Park Restaurant, where refined techniques and quality ingredients take center stage. Alongside these sit contemporary...
Museum van het Heilig Bloed
239 m
Burg
247 m
Bruges City Hall
245 m
Fish market
145 m
Sint-Walburgakerk
323 m
Rosary Quay
221 m
Old Civil Registry of the City of Bruges
200 m
Nepomucenusbrug
294 m
Het Steen
285 m
Provostry of St. Donatian
285 m
Niobe
148 m
Godshuis De Pelikaan
59 m
Jesuit College
282 m
Torture Museum Bruges
303 m
Ambachtshuis van de huidenvetters
217 m
Hotel de Orangerie
324 m
House Perez de Malvenda
285 m
Sint-Annarei 1
268 m
Groenerei 12b, 13
83 m
Wollestraat 34
308 m
Godshuis De Fontaine
323 m
Godshuis Bakkersrente
146 m
Saint John of Nepomuk
298 m
Manor of the Liberty of Bruges
249 m
Frank Van Acker
175 m
Coupuresas
307 m
Molenbrug
148 m
The Lovers
263 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes