Chez Gerty
Waimes
Restaurant in Waimes, Belgium
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Chez Gerty opens daily from 10 AM to midnight near Waimes station, offering the town's widest service window for walk-in diners. Expect straightforward neighbourhood cooking rather than technique-driven plates, with none of the booking friction or formality found at nearby fine-dining peers. Best for travelers needing a reliable meal outside standard restaurant hours.
About Chez Gerty
Chez Gerty is a Waimes venue open every day from 10 AM to midnight, with a casual dress code.
For visitors comparing options for a trip, the broad schedule is the main practical advantage. Daily opening from midmorning until midnight makes Chez Gerty a practical name to keep in mind when planning around other dining choices, especially if you value wide opening hours and casual dress.
When to Visit and What to Expect
Chez Gerty is open Monday through Sunday from 10 AM to 12 AM.
Price and style comparisons should stay general. Du Moulin and Bütgenbacher Hof are other names travelers may consider, while Chez Gerty stands out in this guide mainly for its daily 10 AM-to-midnight hours and casual dress code. For a fuller picture of the Waimes dining scene, see our full Waimes restaurants guide.
Practical Details
Chez Gerty is in Waimes, opens daily from 10 AM to midnight, and has a casual dress code.
The seven-day schedule and long daily window make Chez Gerty a useful option to know about when comparing plans with other venues. It can be considered alongside Quadras and other dining options, with Chez Gerty especially useful for its hours, Waimes location, and casual dress code.
Planning details
- Location
- Rue de la Gare 25, 4950 Waimes, Belgium
- Website
- chezgerty.be
- Phone
- +3280679989
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Chez Gerty feels like a restaurant of the Ardennes rather than a transplanted urban concept. It is literally planted on Waimes’s old station road and described in terms of local supply chains (the High Fens, foraged mushrooms, wild game and cold‑water trout) which gives the dining room a quietly scenic, village‑rooted personality. Community rhythms and seasonality give the restaurant a relaxed, historically grounded charm. Expect food and atmosphere that reflect place first: regional larder, modest scale and an unhurried sense of arrival.
Best For
This is a place for diners seeking a regional, ingredient‑forward meal anchored in the Ardennes larder. Families and groups from the market town co-exist with visitors who come specifically for the locality of the produce: game, Ardennes ham, trout and a wealth of foraged mushrooms. The signature dishes named position the restaurant as particularly suited to dinner, and the community-rooted setting makes it a comfortable pick for casual celebrations or gatherings that prioritize seasonality and provenance.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the house specialties and the region’s strengths: the listed Confit de Canard, Cheese‑Trout Croquettes and Moules‑Frites are natural starting points. Beyond those signatures, look for plates that showcase Ardennes ham, venison or wild boar and dishes built around seasonal mushroom and root-vegetable harvests: the High Fens provide foraging and cold-climate produce. Because the kitchen draws on immediate local supply, expect menus to shift with the seasons; let the server steer you toward what’s freshest that day.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and relaxed atmosphere with a renovated terrace surrounded by trees and ponds, creating a holiday-like feeling; elegant yet unpretentious dining spaces.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Set menu, Small plates
- Wine Program
- Deep wine list
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Belgian beer
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Allergy accommodating
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Confit de Canard
- Cheese-Trout Croquettes
- Moules-Frites
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Rue de la Gare 25, 4950 Waimes, Belgium
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Cyrano, Notable alternative
- Du Moulin, Farm to table, €€
- Bütgenbacher Hof, Modern French, €€€
- Le Val d'Amblève, French, €€€€
- Quadras, Creative, €€€
Restaurant context
Chez Gerty trades refinement for accessibility. It opens earlier and closes later than Le Val d'Amblève (French, €€€€) or Bütgenbacher Hof (modern French, €€€), both of which require advance booking and deliver polished, multi-course experiences. If you want seasonal technique and a wine list, those two are the local standard. Quadras (creative, €€€) splits the difference with inventive plating and a more relaxed vibe, though still formal enough to warrant a reservation.
Du Moulin (farm to table, €€) is Chez Gerty's closest peer in approach, both serve straightforward, locally sourced fare without ceremony. Du Moulin leans harder into the farm-to-table narrative and likely offers a clearer menu identity, while Chez Gerty's seven-day, 14-hour operation makes it the practical choice when you need a meal outside Du Moulin's more limited schedule. Cyrano rounds out the town's casual tier, though details remain sparse; if Chez Gerty is full or you want variety, it's the backup.
For splurge-worthy dining, book Le Val d'Amblève or Bütgenbacher Hof. For best value and flexibility, Chez Gerty or Du Moulin. For easiest walk-in access any day of the week, Chez Gerty wins by schedule alone.
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Compare Chez Gerty
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chez Gerty | Waimes | , | , | No published awards |
| Cyrano | Waimes | , | , | No published awards |
| Du Moulin | Ligneuville | Farm to table | €€ | Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Bütgenbacher Hof | Bütgenbach | Modern French | €€€ | Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Le Val d'Amblève | Stavelot | French | €€€€ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Quadras | Saint Vith | Creative | €€€ | Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 2026We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Chez Gerty?
Chez Gerty is in Waimes, has a casual dress code, and is listed as open daily from 10 AM to midnight.
Is Chez Gerty good for solo dining?
Solo diners may appreciate the Waimes location, casual dress code, and daily 10 AM-to-midnight hours.
Is lunch or dinner better at Chez Gerty?
Chez Gerty is open from 10 AM to midnight every day.
What are alternatives to Chez Gerty?
Cyrano and Du Moulin are other names to consider, while Bütgenbacher Hof and Le Val d'Amblève may also be relevant depending on your route. Chez Gerty's key points are its Waimes location, casual dress code, and daily 10 AM-to-midnight hours.
