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The Potato Bar

One of the better fries shops (frietkoten/frituren) Bruges has to offer. Both classic fries with mayonnaise as well as burgers and fries with a variety of toppings available. Vegetarian options.

vegetarian

Address: Sint-Amandsstraat 31
Price: €3-4.5 for fries with toppings, €8-11 for a burger (Sept 2021)
Website: the-potato-bar.be (opens in a new tab)

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