Brasserie Fou de…

Absolutely horrified by the manager of this place. He clearly couldn't handle kids who were touching his stupid Christmas decorations. Very hostile and very rude. Don't waste your time. Shame I couldn't give a review lower then 1 star.

I love good food, I understand wine. But I do not understand the modus operandi of this restaurant. Here is a short wrap up of our experience in this very special restaurant in Knokke: Ambiente: modern, beuatiful lighting, a bit too busy but ok Order: 1 menu (3 courses: bisque de hommard, sole et dessert) 49 Euro, 2 sole 47 Euro, 2 chiuldrens menu, water, bottle of champagne and drinks for the kids. Amuse-Gueule: none. Le bisque de hommard: boring taste, ok but the bad thing: a sharp piece of plastic in the bisque cut into my tongue. The bisque went back into the kitchen... with just a little "we are sorry" and "do you want another one?" the restaurant wanted to solve the issue. But obviously I did not want anymore bisque from that kitchen... Sole: that was ok for all of us. Surely not perfect but really ok. It was accompanied with some french fries (moderate quality) and some crudely-served salade (not seen on th photo). Sole is expensive - I know - but 47 Euro for that still out of range given the overall course. The children were served cod with french fries. That was really good! We decided to change the 3 course menu to 1 sole (having in mind the bad bisque and by waiving the dessert). And now things went really strange. The restaurant insisted on paying the FULL price for the menu... Lots of discussions... Damn, really strange. In the end, I said I am just willing to pay all drinks , 3 soles and the children's menu. The team reacted quite aggressive and said that they could not change anymore the bill - what a strange argumentation line... The customer is the fool here. Very sad that we needed to invest our time into these discussions (maybe I should not insist on my principles...). In the end, they gave in. But they haven't understood the matter: (1) a sharp piece of whatever can really be dangerous (2) you do not treat guests like this... Modus operandi: should be 0 stars Bisque: should be 0 as well due to the plactic piece otherwise 1 for the taste Sole and children's menu: 3 stars Total: 2 stars But definitely NO recommendation at all. It's a pity that something like this is still listed by Michelin.

Great atmosphère thé food is very lekker, I chose the burger wagy with potatoes very well fried. The restroom was also very clean.

The food is OK (nothing too extraordinary, but fine). However, it is way overpriced for what you get. Perhaps the prices are high since this place is in Knokke, which is probably assumed to be a fancy place. But value for money is simply too low.

Very nice staff and delicious meals. I recommend the menu (~50 €) with the fish options. The more expensive fish costs extra but it is worth it. You have to try the Garnalenkroketjes – perfection. The wine selection is also nice. The place itself isn't too fancy, but very welcoming. A great place for a nice dinner.

Great food, great view and delicious wine. Very good ratio price/quality. Spend a fantastic evening at bistro l'échiquier

Amazing service, very fresh and top quality fish. Best restaurant I have visited in Knokke so far.

Very much enjoyed the fresh fish. Prepared with care and finesse. Caters, for an exquisite palet.