Mémé Gusta
Elisabethbegijnhof - Prinsenhof - Papegaai - Sint-Michiels, Ghent
Restaurant in Ghent, Belgium
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Mémé Gusta works for a relaxed Ghent meal when ease matters: central location, low booking friction, lunch or dinner availability on several days. It is better for a date, small celebration, or casual city meal than for diners looking for awards, chef-led tasting menus, or a clearly signposted luxury tier.
About Mémé Gusta
Is Mémé Gusta worth considering in Ghent? It can be a practical choice if you want a casual venue option with clearly listed lunch and dinner times on several days of the week. Mémé Gusta is in Ghent, has a casual dress code, publishes specific weekly opening hours.
The schedule is useful for planning. Mémé Gusta is open for dinner on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, with lunch also listed on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. It is closed on Sunday.
A casual Ghent choice with clear weekly hours
Mémé Gusta is a casual Ghent venue with both lunch and dinner availability on selected days. For details such as awards, chef name, cuisine, price, seat count, or tasting-menu options, check directly with the venue before booking.
For planning, the main advantage is timing. Dinner is listed from 6–10 PM Monday through Saturday, while lunch is listed from 12–2 PM on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. The casual dress code also indicates that guests do not need to plan around formal attire.
Where it fits against Ghent alternatives
When comparing Mémé Gusta with Oak Gent, keep the comparison practical rather than assuming a shared style or format: check the current hours, booking details, menu information for each venue before deciding. Mémé Gusta's profile is direct: Ghent, casual dress, listed lunch and dinner times on select days.
If Mémé Gusta is not the right fit, Epiphany's Kitchen, Jan Breydelstraat 36, Naturell, HD Ghent - by Hilde DeVolder Chocolatier, other dining options in Ghent may be worth checking depending on availability and the kind of meal you want. For a wider scan before committing, use Pearl's Ghent restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- Burgstraat 19, 9000 Gent, Belgium
- Website
- meme-gusta.be
- Phone
- +3293982393
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Mémé Gusta reads like a quietly assured neighborhood wine room. It anchors itself on Burgstraat amid older residential and commercial buildings, favoring considered, local hospitality over transient formality. The room privileges the bottle and the grower as much as the plate, so service is attentive without theatrical flourish. That editorial approach gives the place a sophisticated, intimate feel: guests are encouraged to slow down, compare bottles and return to discoveries rather than chase spectacle. Overall it presents as a low-key, wine-forward address that fits seamlessly into Ghent’s quieter, locally minded dining culture.
Best For
This is a place to come for wine-focused evening dining and measured conversation. The menu and list are built to reward repeat visits, so it suits diners who want to explore regional growers, natural and low-intervention wines, and thoughtfully matched small plates. Located in Ghent’s city center, Mémé Gusta works well for a relaxed date night, a deliberate after-work glass, or a small group that values a deep, rotating list over loud service theatre. Returning guests will likely find new bottles to reconsider on each visit.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the house’s strengths: start with the wine list as a discovery tool and ask staff which growers or regions the house is highlighting that week. On the plate, classic local dishes — like Hearty Flemish Stew (Stoofvlees), Stoemp with sausage and Mastel bread — pair naturally with the list’s focus on characterful, low-intervention wines. Expect service to steer you toward thoughtful pairings rather than theatrical courses; let the staff guide a bottle or glass that complements the rustic Flemish flavors.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy vintage setting with modern touches including neon lettering and vintage furniture, creating a warm and welcoming casual dining atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Hearty Flemish Stew (Stoofvlees)
- Stoemp with sausage
- Mastel bread
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to Look If This Is Full
If Mémé Gusta is not available, check Epiphany's Kitchen or Jan Breydelstraat 36 first for another Ghent restaurant option. If the occasion can stretch to a higher-spend meal, Oak Gent is the stronger splurge cross-shop.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Mémé Gusta is the easier, more casual Ghent choice in this set. Oak Gent is the clearer splurge option because it is listed as Modern European and €€€€; choose Oak Gent when the meal itself is the centerpiece. Choose Mémé Gusta when the priority is a relaxed dinner or lunch that fits smoothly into a Ghent day.
HD Ghent - by Hilde DeVolder Chocolatier is not a direct dinner rival; it is better treated as a chocolate-focused stop before or after another meal. Epiphany's Kitchen and Jan Breydelstraat 36 are the more natural cross-shops if the goal is another Ghent restaurant rather than a sweet detour.
Naturell belongs on the backup list for diners willing to look beyond the immediate city-center choice. For low booking friction and an occasion that should feel easy rather than formal, Mémé Gusta is the safer fit; for a more expensive, cooking-led meal, Oak Gent is the stronger comparison.
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Compare Mémé Gusta
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mémé Gusta | Ghent | ; | ; | No published awards |
| HD Ghent - by Hilde DeVolder Chocolatier | Ghent | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Oak Gent | Gent | Modern European | €€€€ | Star Wine Lists 2026Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262026 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #3452025 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #418We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #4392024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Epiphany’s Kitchen | Ghent | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Jan Breydelstraat 36 | Ghent | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Naturell | Gent | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mémé Gusta good for solo dining?
Mémé Gusta is a casual venue in Ghent, its listed hours may make it easy to consider for either lunch or dinner depending on the day.
Is lunch or dinner better at Mémé Gusta?
Both are possible on some days. Dinner is listed Monday through Saturday from 6–10 PM, while lunch is listed Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 12–2 PM. Mémé Gusta is closed on Sunday.
Is Mémé Gusta good for a special occasion?
Mémé Gusta is suited to a casual meal in Ghent. If you need a particular occasion format, tasting menu, awards status, or private dining setup, check directly with the venue.
What are alternatives to Mémé Gusta in Ghent?
Oak Gent, Naturell, Epiphany's Kitchen, Jan Breydelstraat 36, HD Ghent - by Hilde DeVolder Chocolatier are names to compare, depending on the kind of stop you want. Check each venue's current details before booking.
What should I wear to Mémé Gusta?
The dress code is casual. Neat, relaxed clothing should be appropriate, with no need to plan around formal wear.
