325861 Thu Sep 14 14:36:21 -0700 2006 29 2 Los Angeles Area 0 1876096 hello everyone. I just got back from a month long vacation in Greece, Holland, and Belgium. Some great food, but it was hard being away from Chowhound for so long! Anyway, while in Belgium i tasted the most delicious waffles that were well priced and really tasty. They were naturally sweet and did not need syrup. Their taste reminds me of the Greek sweet bread called tsureki. Does anyone know where I can find these types of waffles in the LA area? Thanks, young_chower Thu Sep 14 14:36:21 -0700 2006 15783 young_chower 1 1876255 There's a place in Encino called More than Waffles that has good Belgian Waffles. It is on the downstairs level of the Encino Town Center (where the Laemmle theater is) on Ventura Blvd., between Balboa and Louise. It can be very busy on weekend mornings, but worth the wait. www.morethanwaffles.com Thu Sep 14 15:37:27 -0700 2006 1876096 10568 Jwsel 1 1876542 Suspect you're talking about Liege waffles (see, http://www.visitbelgium.com/waffles.htm ). I think these are made with dough rather than batter, and the dough has chunks of sugar (maybe raw) in it that caramelize as the waffle cooks. They're sweeter, and denser than Brussels waffles (which are more common in the US). I have never seen Liege waffles in So. Cal., but maybe somebody will be able to help us out. It would be nice to find a source. Thu Sep 14 17:05:34 -0700 2006 1876096 10134 David Kahn 2 2829734 Geepers, that sounds so good...like reading food-porn or something...I can't wait to find some. Thu Aug 09 11:55:27 -0700 2007 1876542 93485 tatertotsrock 3 2829972 Liège waffles are available at the new Eurostation, at the Block at Orange. The service has been abysmal, just so you know -- but you can get the chips with the zillion sauces, Bruxelles- and Liège-style waffles, and crêpes. Belgium it ain't, but cheaper than airfare. Thu Aug 09 12:47:20 -0700 2007 2829734 10811 Das Ubergeek 4 2830032 Das Ubergek, you are my hero...I was already creating my game plan to head to San Diego to go to Bibby's...now I think I'll just make it a day...Kayak, Waffle, Kayak, another Waffle and so on...any other yummy sweet treat places you can suggest between Glenadale and San Diego close to the 5 Freeway...it's gonna be a good weekend. Thu Aug 09 13:00:19 -0700 2007 2829972 93485 tatertotsrock 5 2830392 If you've never had a "yogur" from Brianna's on Ball Rd and State College (~3 minutes east of the 5 Fwy), you should definitely investigate. It's cut up fresh fruit with sweetened yoghurt topping, coconut, granola and raisins. Or just start the day off by going to either the Original Pancake House (on Lincoln, ~5 minutes east of the 5) or Jagerhaus German Cuisine (on Ball, ditto) for breakfast -- they both have fantastic European-style pancakes. Thu Aug 09 14:23:04 -0700 2007 2830032 10811 Das Ubergeek 5 2904866 They have gaufres de Liege at "Le Pain Quotidien," a Belgian bakery-cafe. There are a bunch all over LA. Sun Sep 02 12:39:34 -0700 2007 2830032 124139 Nicois 1 1876599 I am sitting in my hotel in Brussels as we speak(I am here 8-10 times per year)...and I had a gauffre chaud(warm waffle) on the street about an hour ago...The type you described are the Liege style waffle...dense and sweet...not needing any topping and usually eaten as street food or a snack. The Brussels style is the type most of us think of with fruit toppings, chocolate and whipped cream usually eaten with a knife and fork. I have yet to find a Liege waffle in SoCal except in my kitchen...lots of the Brussels style but they are usually mediocre at best. I was told that Le Pain Quotidien was planning to offer both waffle styles in Los Angeles at one time(they have them here in Brussels)...but they have not appeared yet!! It is sad that there are no decent frites, moules or waffles in SoCal...such simple but delicious food!...sigh...of well, I get to come back to Brussles next month!! Thu Sep 14 17:23:54 -0700 2006 1876096 14026 TravelPath 1 1876687 Now that we've figured out that these are Liege Waffles, you'll be surprised at the number of previous threads on the subject. Here's a recent one. http://www.chowhound.com/topics/show/285478?user_name=&query=liege+waffles Thu Sep 14 17:45:31 -0700 2006 1876096 10743 yayadave 1 1876991 Yes, these are truely amazing and while in Brussells I couldn't get enough of them. I've yet to find them in Los Angeles and I had a friend in Belgium ship me some. They sell them already made in the grocery stores in a package as if you were buying bagels. These are completely different then the breakfast dish-Belgium Waffles. Now I have the craving, Stuart Thu Sep 14 19:22:25 -0700 2006 1876096 16501 Hypnotic23 1 1877338 There's a place on the second level of Howard Hughes Center called Eurostation Waffles. If you just came back from Belgium, you may be disappointed, but I believe they do serve waffles in the Liege style. Thu Sep 14 21:12:09 -0700 2006 1876096 40664 fangler 2 1877464 Even if they are only so-so...it would be a nice find to fend off the cravings...and I drive by the location every day when I am in Los Angeles!! I will try them next week and report back! Thu Sep 14 21:53:15 -0700 2006 1877338 14026 TravelPath 2 1877693 Great tip! Just called, and they say they have Liege style waffles. Will give them a try this weekend and report back. Euro Station Waffles 6081 Center Dr., # 208, Los Angeles, CA 90045 (310) 410-0820 http://www.eurostationwaffles.com/ Thu Sep 14 23:27:00 -0700 2006 1877338 10134 David Kahn 2 1877852 I went there last december. It was ok. I remember thinking it was overpiced. don't think they compare to anything I had in beligum. the search continues! Fri Sep 15 00:53:01 -0700 2006 1877338 15783 young_chower 2 1882394 Made a visit to Euro Station Waffles last night to try them out. The place is a little food shop next to the movie theaters, with two tables and two nice women working behind the counter. We were there around 8 p.m. on a Saturday, and during the half hour or so we stayed, we were the only customers. Sampled both a Liege and a Brussels style waffle. One can get all of their waffles with a choice of syrups/caramel, whipped cream, etc. We got the Liege waffle plain, and it was pretty good. Made fresh to order, with nice chewy/sweet spots where the hunks of sugar in the batter hit the grill and caramelize, yet not too sweet. These waffles are just barely crispy on the outside, and have sort of a pudding-like interior. Kind of reminded me of those griddled glutinous rice/brown sugar treats they sell behind the Korean supermarkets on Western. Not astonishingly great or anything, but nice. If I were in the neighborhood, I'd stop by for one every once in a while. The Brussels waffle was much lighter and crisper, and came covered with caramel and whipped cream, so it was much sweeter. More the sort of Belgium waffle one is used to here in the U.S. Good, but unremarkable. Anyway, as far as I know, this is the only place in So Cal. where one can sample a Liege waffle. If you're interested, I suggest you get there soon. Based on the level of business they appear to be doing, I suspect they won't be there long. Sun Sep 17 17:16:04 -0700 2006 1877338 10134 David Kahn 3 2305926 That's what I've been saying for over two years! I work right next to Howard Hughes and not only is that place pretty dead in the afternoons/evenings, but also in the mornings!! My co-worker and I joked that it's probably a front or something... LOL!! --Dommy! Sun Feb 18 22:03:42 -0800 2007 1882394 10659 Dommy 1 1884191 le pain quotidien has these...not sure how it compares though! Mon Sep 18 17:13:19 -0700 2006 1876096 41201 rapatapat 1 2174171 I hear there's a place opening in Santa Barbara that will sell these waffles, also ice cream. www.olivertravels.com Wed Jan 10 19:50:15 -0800 2007 1876096 65787 Chickledoodle 1 2829622 OK YOU GUYS. Here is the Deal... You must travel down to San Diego if you must experience the taste of Belgium. BIBBY'S CREPES & WAFFLES offers both "gaufre de Liege" and "gaufre de Bruxelles". The Waffles are better than the one you would find in Belgium!!!! Their crepes are also sensational. They have 2 shops in La jolla. One on 723 Pearl Street and another one at 2166 Avenida De La Playa (La jolla Shores). You can also find them at the local La jolla Farmer's market every Sunday. Be prepared to wait 20 -25 minutes in line for a crepe and about 10 minutes for the "Gaufre de Liege". These waffles are INSANE!!!!!!!!!! and no they do not add caramel sauce on top to mimick the real taste. Euro station waffle does not even come close! Drive down to San Diego and check them out. BIBBY'S. They are native of Belgium (the owners) and know their product very well ENJOY! Thu Aug 09 11:32:59 -0700 2007 1876096 117942 p0k619 2 2830074 Yeah, when I went to Beligum I learned that "Belgian Waffles" are really considered more patry than breakfast food. Thu Aug 09 13:07:56 -0700 2007 2829622 10905 Normal Garciaparra 1 2830083 You can't beat the LA Harbor College bistro for Belgian Waffles. At $2.95 each it's a bargain. Open for breakfast from 7:30 am to 10:30 am. Cooked to order fresh, while you wait and watch your waffle being made by culinary students. You can have fruit toppings and whipped cream, extra charge. 110 Fwy south to Anaheim St. exit, turn right. Thu Aug 09 13:10:17 -0700 2007 1876096 63648 la vida dulce 2 2830792 That's not a liege wffle..that's a "Americnaized" belgian waffle... Thu Aug 09 16:15:38 -0700 2007 2830083 11201 Diana 1 2865402 Hi there, if you love belgian waffles, then you need to go to the eurostation waffles and crepes at howard hughes. i have never tasted belgian waffles before but the ones i tasted at the store was GREAT!!!! i would recommend it to anyone. they even have a new store at orange county which apart from the coolness of the place, had also a bar which you can sit down relax and have a drink. i love it. the only problem is that getting your order takes time but considering the volume of people in the store, i guess it's expected. hope to see more of the stores around!!!! Tue Aug 21 07:49:21 -0700 2007 1876096 120941 kysserr 2 2867556 Just went to the movies at the Bridge in the Howard Hughes Center on Sunday and Eurostation Waffles there was closed. When I called to see if it was permanently closed the recording said they are closed for renovations and are hoping to re-open August 10th but since it is past that date who knows. Tue Aug 21 16:21:08 -0700 2007 2865402 89683 nitaj 3 2906849 the space is still empty. doesn't look like anything is going on there anymore. Mon Sep 03 13:30:50 -0700 2007 2867556 11935 westsidegal 4 2906898 What a shame! I've yet to try it there....oh, well, guess I'll just have to get my Liege Waffle fix from Le Pain. Mon Sep 03 13:58:04 -0700 2007 2906849 15633 fdb 5 2906926 I've never been to Belgium so I can't comment on authenticity, but I think the waffle at Le Pain Quotidien is much better than the one at Eurostation. The waffle at Eurostation is definitely denser though, and of course they have a greater variety of toppings. Mon Sep 03 14:14:35 -0700 2007 2906898 107648 mrhooks 6 3015339 MUST try Bibby's down in San Diego. 5 stars reviews in San Diego. The Real Deal! Eurostation is out of business for a reason! Mon Oct 08 13:13:04 -0700 2007 2906926 117942 p0k619 7 3017673 But Eurostation isn't out of business. They're just slow as all get out. Tue Oct 09 08:27:38 -0700 2007 3015339 10811 Das Ubergeek