Restaurants and fast foods in Brussels, where you can eat tasty, inexpensive and fast. Plus 13 (!) Michelin-starred restaurants in Brussels.
Brussels is charming. Its crooked streets invite you for a walk, the main square strikes with splendor, strict architecture inspires respect, and changeable weather favors warm gatherings on the verandas of numerous cafes. It is not customary to stay here for more than three days, but this modest city opens up only to those travelers who are not afraid to stay longer than a week.
The main route through the capital of Europe lies through bars, restaurants and pastry shops. It seems that gastronomic pleasures have been elevated here to the category of a national sport. In 2006, they invented and held the world's first dinner at a table suspended in the air. Since then, Dinner in the sky has become synonymous with gastronomic adventure, and Brussels has only cemented itself as the delicious capital of Europe. The concentration of Michelin-starred restaurants in Belgium is the highest per capita. It seems that the Belgians know a lot about good cuisine and willingly share the taste of Brussels in colorful city restaurants.
13 Brussels restaurants are featured in the Michelin Red Guide, the most famous and influential restaurant ranking in the world. However, the main rating criterion is the skill of cooking. Atmosphere, interior and quality of service are evaluated in the second place.
But even the most "average" establishments have an extremely high level of culinary art. The Belgians are Flemish in their pedantic attitude to cooking, but at the same time they strive to decorate it exquisitely in French.
Author's excursions in Brussels
Routes from locals to Tripster- an unusual way to get to know the city. I recommend to see and hear the main thing about the capital of the EU. And then the gastronomic route - beer, chocolate, french fries and the famous "muddy water".
10 places to eat in Brussels
1. Delirium Restaurant
Address: Impasse de la Fidelite 4, 1000 Brussels
They say that if you do not visit this institution, we can assume that you have not seen Brussels either. Even considering that recently such franchise bars have begun to open around the world. Delirium can be found in Brazil, Japan and the USA, but only Brussels has a unique atmosphere of hospitality, fun and originality. Its doors do not close all year round, and 3000 names are already marked in the beer list. For the variety of Belgian beers, the bar even got into the Guinness Book of Records.
2. Restaurant La Mer du Nord
Address: Rue Sainte-Catherine 45, Brussels
Where to eat in Brussels: La Mer du Nord
The queue of locals proves that this is one of the best places to eat tasty and inexpensive in Brussels. Fresher seafood can no longer be found - fish soup and crab burgers are cooked in front of buyers, and eaten right there, on the street, washed down with white wine and eating herring. Such Brussels-style fast food will be appreciated even by ardent opponents of snacking on the go.
3. Restaurant La Fleur en Papier Dore
Address: Rue des Alexiens 55, Brussels
Where to eat in Brussels: La Fleur en Papier Dore
In this charming tavern in Brussels, where René Magritte used to be a frequenter, you can feel like in the 18th century, but with a higher level of service. The color of a typical Flemish bar is given by faded photographs on the walls, notes and marks on the tables. Hearty stews and black puddings are served, complemented by gyoze beer and mashed potatoes.
4. Restaurant A.M. Sweet
Address: 4, Rue des Chartreux, Brussels
Something between a tea house and a cafe. Small tables and cozy sofas on the mezzanine floor. The light style of this institution evokes romantic thoughts, and the airy interior is conducive to writing poetry and listening to classical music. It is customary to have breakfast here with chocolate and mouth-watering home-baked pies.
5. Restaurant Chez Franz
Address: Av. du Haut-Pont 30, Brussels
There is nothing superfluous in this authentic cafe-bar. Only delicious food, the ubiquitous Belgian beer, iron chairs, sunny street tables, and affordable brunches. Simple, satisfying and very sincere, because the bar is popular among the locals, and jazz is played here on Sunday evenings.
6. Restaurant Cook & book
Address: Place du Temps Libre 1, Woluwe-Saint-Lambert, Brussels
Where to eat in Brussels: Cook and book
So sometimes you walk around the bookstore, you choose, when suddenly a feeling of hunger creeps up. But in this Brussels restaurant (or bookshop) you don't need to go far - dining places are located next to the bookshelves, and while waiting for your order, you can scroll through your favorite books. All rooms are themed - from art to children's literature. Tables and books are often located in the most unexpected places, such as on the ceiling.
7. Restaurant In't Spinnekopke
Address: Place du Jardin aux Fleurs 1, Brussels
The spider's lair, which is the symbol and logo of the establishment, is another place where you can eat not only tasty, but also quite cheaply in Brussels. The typical atmosphere of the Belgian capital reigns here: wooden benches, tiled floors, pleasant twilight of the 1792 mansion. Dishes are prepared with beer, which gives them an unusual sweet and sour and even slightly fruity taste. It turns out satisfying and home-style.
8. Restaurant Armes de Bruxelles
Address: Rue des Bouchers 13, Brussels
Where to eat in Brussels: Armes de Bruxelles
One of the best establishments in the "Belly of Brussels" area (not far from the central square) is "Armes de Bruxelles", located on Rue des Bouchers 13. A cozy middle-class restaurant is famous for fish and seafood dishes, here you can taste sea snails boiled in fish broth , local mussels in white wine and king crabs in various sauces.
9. Restaurant Comme Chez Soi **
Address: Place Rouppe 23, Brussels
Where to eat in Brussels: Comme Chez Soi
The most "crowned" restaurant in Brussels, marked with two Michelin stars. Its name is translated as “just like at home”, and it really once corresponded to the concept of the institution. But today it is perceived as irony: rare gourmets dine at home with dishes of lobsters, crabs and snails. If you decide to dine, be aware that it is customary to book a table in an institution a month in advance.
10. Sea Grill **
Address: Rue du Fosse aux Loups 47, Brussels
Another Brussels restaurant that shines brightly with two Michelin stars is Sea Grill, located at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel Brussels. This place is famous for its elaborate dishes. What is the description worth: "Mediterranean perch served with the contents of a sea urchin and mussels." It even sounds a little awkward. But in fact, the dishes are very tasty and ... insanely expensive.
What else will delight Belgian cuisine
If lunch in a restaurant in Brussels must certainly consist of seafood, then don't forget to try traditional Belgian waffles for dessert. Famous all over the world, with ice cream and jam, drenched in chocolate or simply with fresh strawberries and cream, these waffles leave no chance to refuse.
As you may have guessed, Belgian cuisine is a paradise for lovers of sweets. Therefore, in addition to waffles, we recommend ordering a cup of hot chocolate.
Believe me, there is nothing like it anywhere in the world! It is served in a special way: a bowl with natural Belgian chocolate is placed on a cup of hot milk. After it flows into a mug in a sweet stream, cream is added - it turns out unusually.
You won't be able to die of hunger in the Belgian capital. Local chefs know how to cook not only mussels, but also worthy meat dishes. The streets of the city smell of fresh waffles, and the beer in the bars literally pours onto the table. The taste of Brussels will be different for everyone, but it will certainly be remembered for a long time if you turn off the paths trodden by tourists and look into real gastronomic treasures.
Belgian gastronomic pub on Malaya Dmitrovka. The feature of the institution is an extensive and well-thought-out Beer Book. It includes 20 varieties of draft and about 100 bottled beers. The basis of the Belgian brewing culture is abbey ales, which are brewed by monks in monasteries. This beer is often named after an abbey or a saint. In terms of taste, the list includes both classics with a wheat aroma and thick foam, and gastronomic examples with a rich aroma, say, with notes of anise, licorice and roasted malt. We also collected a collection of Trappist ales - also brewed in monasteries, but belonging to a specific order. Such beer is especially highly valued: Trappist abbeys usually exist for several centuries, they brew only a couple of beers and do not change the recipe all this time. Often the drink has a complex composite bouquet and a developed aftertaste. At Brussels, the collection of Belgian Trappist beers is complemented by Austrian, American and Dutch examples.
Many guests love the fruity lambics and geuzes section. Often referred to as beer champagne, Guez is a mixture of lambics of different ages, tastes like brut, and the bottles look similar. Among the fruit beers, there are many cherry and raspberry samples. The beer sommelier, who always works in the hall, will help you navigate the assortment. If you still can’t decide, we recommend a tasting beer carousel of five samples.
The gastronomic vector is directed towards Belgium. The heart of the menu is traditional mussels in a saucepan with different sauces. We serve them in a large volume for a company and in a mini version for one. Each serving comes with French fries. You can also take snacks for everyone like assorted sausages or shrimp on ice. There are also classics such as croutons and chicken wings. In general, the menu is quite extensive and includes about 15 hot meat dishes, fish, salads, soups. It always makes sense to ask the waiter about the chef's dishes: they change and they are not on the menu.
We designed the interior quite neutrally, in the style typical for Belgian establishments. Elegant chandeliers, small framed paintings and massive leather sofas became interesting details. A distinctive feature of Brussels on Malaya Dmitrovka is large panoramic windows and a cozy summer terrace on the second floor. We paid special attention to sports broadcasts. Huge screens that can be viewed from any point and surround sound will make watching the game bright and comfortable. For important matches, we invite a sports commentator.
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Brussels is a Belgian gastronomic pub that relies on authentic Belgian recipes with a modern twist and traditional national beers.
Despite the authenticity of the concept, the interiors here are far from the classics of Belgian pubs: high ceilings, panoramic windows, and a spacious veranda. Here, in an amazing way, the designer managed to organically combine massive leather furniture, sophisticated crystal chandeliers and gentlemen's monitors for watching sports broadcasts.
You won't see any mass market or fad like Caesar and sashimi on the menu. For an appetizer - carrot and celery sticks; cheese croquettes with raspberry-pepper sauce. It would seem french fries, a departure from the concept. But no! Served with truffle and parmesan. Mini squids and those with homemade mayonnaise. For starters, we recommend mushroom soup with truffle sour cream and Flemish-style veal goulash soup. For the main course, be sure to order half of the farm chicken, which will be cooked in the smokehouse. Mussels are served not only with vegetables or in garlic cream, but also in coconut milk with chili or lemongrass.
Sports broadcasts are shown on huge screens, and the schedule can be found on the official website of the institution. During the lunch break, good discounts are available on the entire main menu.
Brussels will appeal to those who are not indifferent to food and fun. It is equally comfortable to come here to have lunch with a colleague, chat with a friend or for a romantic date.
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Information about Brussels (Brussel, Bruxelles) on Malaya Dmitrovka street
- Address Moscow, st. Malaya Dmitrovka, 18A, building 3
- Nearest metro station (613 m), (644 m), (701 m),
Brussels is a Mecca for connoisseurs of delicious and quality food. Tourists from all over the world come here not only to visit the sights, but also to visit restaurants, of which there are a huge number in the country. Many are marked with Michelin stars and quite correspond to the high status. When planning a trip to Belgium, it will not be superfluous to make a list of where to eat tasty and inexpensive in Brussels. Our rating of the best restaurants in the capital will help you with this.
Brussels - the city of culinary masterpieces
The capital of Belgium is a multicultural metropolis, such multinationality is reflected in the restaurant business.
5 restaurants in Brussels where you can eat tasty and inexpensive
The main advantage of Brussels is a wide price range for any goods and products. Here you can easily find not only a luxurious restaurant, but also a small, cozy cafe where you will be served delicious and fresh food at quite affordable prices.
The 5 restaurants on this list are in the top 100 of over 3,000 eating establishments in Brussels, and the food here is affordable and delicious.
L'Express
A great place to have a quick and tasty bite to eat after walking around the Grand Place. Here they prepare dishes of Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern cuisines, a menu for vegetarians is presented.
A small chicken shawarma costs 6€, and a large one costs 8€. They also make delicious juices. All products are fresh and the portions are huge.
There are few tourists here, but if you prefer silence and solitude, go up to the second floor of the establishment.
Address: Rue des Chapeliers 8, Brussels.
It is important! The restaurant is open until late at night.
Bia Mara
A small restaurant located in the center of Brussels. It serves fish, seafood, french fries and delicious beer. The portions are large, they cook perfectly - the fish in lemon-basil seasoning turns out juicy and tasty. In general, the menu is small, the choice of beer is modest.
A full portion of a large piece of fish and potatoes costs from 12 to 15 €, a glass of beer - 5 €.
The atmosphere in the restaurant is simple, the design is uncomplicated, light, unobtrusive music sounds. The service is fast, but if you want to have a quiet meal, come during the day because there are a lot of visitors in the evening.
Address: Rue du Marche aux Poulets 41.
You can visit the institution daily:
- from Monday to Thursday - from 12-00 to 14-30 and from 17-30 to 22-30;
- Friday and weekend - from 12-00 to 22-30.
Interesting fact! Locals often come here, this indicates the quality of the dishes and excellent service.
Pizzeria Il Colosseo
Cozy little restaurant located at: Boulevard Emile Jacqmain 74. It serves Italian, Mediterranean and European cuisines. Pizza deserves special attention, its cost, regardless of the composition, costs 10 €.
If you miss Italy while walking around Brussels, visit this restaurant. It consists of two tiny halls, the tables are set quite tightly, there are many visitors, so it is better to book seats in advance.
It is important! Two pizzas and drinks will cost 25-30 €, which is considered inexpensive by the standards of Brussels.
Al Jannah
Restaurant located at: Rue Blaes 59, traditional Lebanese, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines are served here, as well as a vegetarian menu. Visitors often come here after tiring walks around the main square.
Tourists note fast service even at hours when the institution is full. The portions are large, tasty, excellent value for money. On the menu, you should pay attention to falafel, pastries with spinach, sauces, baked eggplant salad.
Facility opening hours: daily from 12-00 to 22-30. The cost of one check for two is from 25 to 30 €.
Sandwich Tonton Garby
If you are interested in where to eat inexpensively in Brussels, check out Taunton. The establishment is named after its owner, Taunton Garby. This is a friendly, open to communication person who will not only feed you tasty food, but also charge you with positive energy.
The owner's specialty is a sandwich. If you think this is too simple food, just buy a sandwich for 3€ and see how delicious it tastes. Bread is baked right in the restaurant, all products are very tasty and fresh, and Taunton Garby masterfully combines ingredients.
You can eat at Taunton Garby's restaurant every day except Sunday. Monday through Friday you can visit the establishment from 10:00 to 18:00 and on Saturday from 10:00 to 18:30.
Location on the map: Rue Duquesnoy 6, Brussels, 1000.
8 best restaurants in Brussels according to visitor reviews
The following 8 restaurants cannot be classified as places where you can eat inexpensively, but if your wallet allows you, be sure to visit one of the establishments in this rating - they are all in the top twenty of the best.
1. Restaurant Le Rabassier
The restaurant's menu offers delicious national, European and French cuisine. A table must be booked in advance.
The price for the most inexpensive set menu is 68€. Dinner for two will cost 130-190 €.
Good to know! For children, the chef will prepare a treat on an individual order if the child does not choose anything from the menu.
The restaurant is closed on Monday. Tuesday to Saturday you can visit the establishment from 19:00 to 20:30. On Sunday - from 11-55 to 13-15 and from 19-00 to 20-30.
Restaurant address Le Rabassier: 23 Rue de Rollebeek, Brussels 1000.
2. Restaurant La table de mus
If you are interested in where to eat in Brussels in a relaxed atmosphere, and where delicious, author's dishes are served, pay attention to the La table de mus restaurant. If possible, choose a table located next to the kitchen to make a reservation. In this case, you will get real pleasure watching the work of the cook.
In the restaurant you can order a set menu, in which case dinner will be relatively inexpensive. For each set of treats, a certain type of wine is selected.
The cost of the set menu, euro
Address: Pl. de la Vieille Hle aux Bles 31, Brussels 1000.
3. Restaurant Comme Chez Soi
The name of the restaurant in translation means "Like at home", which fully reflects the attitude of the owners to the culinary arts and customer service. Comme Chez Soi has been awarded two Michelin stars for impeccable service. Here is the national and French menu.
Since 1930, the restaurant has been located on Rouppe Square in the house of art. The general impression of the chef's skill is complemented by the original interior, decorated in Art Nouveau style, the walls are decorated with paintings, and the hall is separated from the kitchen by transparent glass.
Eating in a restaurant costs from 53 to 106 €. Compared to European prices, this is inexpensive. The restaurant welcomes guests Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 12:00 to 13:00 and from 19:00 to 21:00, Wednesday - from 19:00 to 21:00. Monday and Sunday are days off.
The food in Brussels is delicious and always fresh as almost all food is locally sourced. Seafood deserves special attention. At Le Bistro Restaurant you can eat the best giant mussels in white wine in Brussels and sumptuous scallops with cheese. These are the ones that customers order the most.
Interesting fact! An original detail of the interior is an old radio receiver, on which you can listen to melodies of past centuries.
In addition to seafood, the restaurant offers delicious steak, rabbit, goulash, carpaccio, chocolate fondant.
The average cost of a meal is between 40 and 80€. The institution works daily from 10-00 to 23-00 by the address: Boulevard de Waterloo 138, Brussels 1000.
5. Restaurant Colonel
If you are making a list of what to try in Brussels from food, be sure to highlight meat as a separate item. In Belgium, it is prepared absolutely amazingly. Restaurant Colonel is a paradise for meat eaters. Each dish has an original serving. You will certainly be advised delicious wine. If you want to relax in comfort, book a table in advance.
The average check is from 60 to 120 €. The restaurant is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 12:00 to 14:00 and from 19:00 to 22:00. Sunday and Monday are days off.
Location on the map: Rue Jean Stas 24, Intersection Rue Dejoncker, Brussels 1060.
6 Chez Willy Restaurant
The restaurant is located on a nice, small street, next to the Grand place. The place is small, only 10 tables, so it is better to call in advance and reserve a place. In the warm season, you can comfortably sit on the terrace.
The owners of the restaurant - two brothers - one communicates with customers, the second is an excellent cook, expresses his talent in the kitchen. Optionally, you can order a set menu, 28 and 32 € for 2 and 3 courses, respectively. A full dinner for two will cost from 50 to 110 €.
Interesting fact! The restaurant serves absolutely amazing, delicious hot bread.
Working hours:
- from Monday to Thursday - from 19-00 to 22-00;
- Friday and weekend - from 12-00 to 14-00 and from 19-00 to 22-00.
Address: Rue de la Fourche 14, Brussels 1000.
7. Restaurant Au Cor de Chasse
Portuguese cuisine restaurant. Here you will be offered delicious food from one of the most colorful countries in the world. The chef, a real master, conveys the mood and character of Portugal in an amazing way with the help of products. Large selection of treats from meat, seafood, vegetables, cheese and desserts. Tables are set in the hall and on the terrace, there is parking, you can visit the establishment with a pet.
The list of the best restaurants in Brussels undoubtedly includes Pasta Divina. Italian cuisine is served here. The owners have chosen a great place for visitors - on the second floor of an old building located in the center of Brussels. It is better to book a table in advance.
The menu is built on all kinds of pasta recipes - with mussels, tomatoes, cheese. The owner is constantly in the hall with clients, helping to choose wine for the selected menu, and his wife prepares food.
Dinner for two will cost relatively inexpensively - 70 €. visit Pasta Divina is available daily from 12:00 to 14:30 and from 18:00 to 22:00.
Address: Rue de la Montagne 16, Brussels 1000.
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Prices in Brussels for food in 2017 cannot be called low, however, the standard of living in the country allows local residents to eat out with the whole family. Belgium is one of the tolerant European countries, so you can easily find the best restaurants in Brussels for your budget.
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