Best Frituur Stand

In business since 1887, Vleminckx Sausmeesters make no small potatoes about the art of making French fries. Purveyors of the best Belgian-style frites on the planet, head straight to the back of the line before even thinking about stuffing your face with their artery-clogging, paper-cone filled concoctions. Within minutes, you’ll be the proud recipient of an over-sized portion (available in medium and large only) that’s seared to perfection. Then, sink your choppers into consistently crispy, golden brown strands smothered in salt and super thick mayonnaise (choose from over 30 flavors). Buyers beware: for only $2 Euros a portion, we guarantee you’ll be back for seconds… and thirds…

  Photography © Michael Thieberg

This kitschy home décor hideaway is akin to stumbling upon a foreign supermarket during an acid trip… sans food. What you will salivate over is the candy-colored collection selection of swirl-y and sparkly knick-knacks for adults and kids. Picture a mind-numbing selection of miniature metallic windmills, plastic Popsicle holders, fruit-patterned luggage, paper Lanterns, patio sets, umbrellas, wacky wrapping paper, toy animals, kaleidoscope key chains, beach balls and floral-painted wrenches. Peruse the top floor for an equally amusing assortment of custom-designed furniture and hand-painted ceramics.

  Photography © Michael Thieberg