Fodor's Expert Review Baracca

$$$ Leuven Italian

The novelty of this Italian pizza and food-sharing restaurant is proving pretty enduring. Set on the busy food street of Tiensestraat, this is one of few restaurants here not part of the usual Belgian chains (Wasbar, Balls & Glory, Bavet, etc.). Instead, you'll find good drinks, an array of tapas ranging from stuffed baos to pizza bites and oysters, as well as pastas, risottos, salads, and, of course, good pizza. The food is served on wooden boards, steamer baskets, and on paper. It's just fun and it probably won't be long before they're found all over Belgium. 

Italian $$$

Quick Facts

Tiensestraat 34
Leuven, Flanders  3000, Belgium

www.baracca.be

Known For:
  • Playful dishes that always surprise
  • Good pizza
  • The cocktails are also spot on

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