Family cooking, Belgian soul and Portuguese heart
At O Pequeno Belga, fusion isn’t a buzzword — it’s our everyday approach in the kitchen. We are rooted in Belgian family cuisine: hearty stews, light waffles, shrimp croquettes, nostalgic tomato meatballs. Yet, what truly makes our food unique is our commitment to sourcing almost every ingredient from Portuguese small local producers, especially from the Lourinhã area.
Authentic Belgian recipes, local Portuguese ingredients
Each dish brings out Belgian comfort food at its best, but with the honest freshness and quality you only find at the local markets. We buy our meat from trusted Portuguese farmers, our vegetables and fruits from the fields nearby, and our dairy straight from regional producers.
This approach yields food that’s both familiar to our Belgian guests and a fresh experience for our Portuguese friends and visitors.
A sweet example: VEGAN COLE artisan ice creams
We’re passionate about showcasing the best of Portugal. That’s why we’ve chosen to serve VEGAN ice cream from COLE, a talented Portuguese artisan ice cream maker. Their creations are a benchmark of local, plant-based quality: carefully selected vegan ingredients, seasonal fruit, and recipes inspired by both Belgian and Portuguese classics. It’s the perfect, 100% plant-based sweet treat to round off a Flemish carbonnade or a cheesecake tart.
Explore their story atwww.cole.ptor simply ask to taste it on your next visit.
Why do we work this way?
By choosing small local suppliers, we support the community, ensure transparency, and offer an honest, human food experience. Combining Belgian culinary tradition with Portugal’s abundance feels natural — it’s a blend that celebrates two cultures and results in meals bursting with authenticity.
Family cuisine only means something when it supports those who make it possible — the farmers, the artisans, and, of course, our guests.
Come taste the Belgian-Portuguese connection
Every plate is a dialogue between two cultures, two stories. Whether you’re a regular, a traveler, a Belgian nostalgic or simply a curious Portuguese, there’s always a new flavor to discover here.
Want to know more about our team and philosophy? Check out our About us