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A relative newcomer to the restaurant scene in Brussels is Zotte Mouche which will go down a storm for those who hanker after a bit of nostalgia. As they could not celebrate when they opened due to the pandemic, the owners decided to celebrate their ...
It's Monday and you want to go out for dinner in Brussels? Why not? It can however be a struggle to find a restaurant since many places have their closing day on Monday, but if you know where to go there's no need to starve. Below we've listed a few...
Brussels is brimming with art nouveau architecture. Although most of the houses are private belongings and thus inaccessible, there are still several art nouveau gems that are open to the public. Apart from art nouveau museums & hotels, there are als...
Yesterday evening I wanted to take my parents to one of my favourite restaurants in the Marolles, but since literally everything was closed (No-one is hungry on Monday evening?!), we walked on until we came across Le Perroquet, which kitchen was open...
If you try to eat healthy, salads tend to become boring after a while. Luckily, the concept of the poké bowl has finally come to Brussels, thereby providing a more exciting yet still healthy alternative. It is a traditional Hawaiian dish that is usua...
Japanese cuisine has become very fashionable and, in Brussels, there are lots of good exponents of the art. But right there at the top, surely, is one that can be found very close to the popular Foret des Soignes. Anyone in search of good quality an...
It is a real pleasure when you come across a place that can boast not just good food but an equally wonderful ambience and décor. One such place exists, and it's tucked away at the heart of a particularly bustling part of a Brussels suburb. Setting ...
When it comes to eating out and restaurants, the word "chain" might fill some people with dread. It usually conjures up images of fast food joints where the emphasis can sometimes be more about speed than quality. If that is the case, think again. Th...
Ne vous laissez pas tromper par le nom. Bien que «Patattezak» fasse référence au type de sac utilisé pour transporter 50 kilos de pommes de terre, il n'y a pas de pommes de terre ni de frites au menu ici. In de Patattezak est entièrement consacré aux...
Visitez la version anglaise de cette page pour les dernières mises à jour. La version FR et NL doivent encore être modifiés. Pour éviter la propagation du virus Corona, le gouvernement belge a décidé que tous les restaurants et bars devraient fermer ...
One of my favorite Summer activities is picnicking in the park, so I was super excited when I learned about the new kiosk Josaphine's in the Josaphat park. Apart from snacks and ice-cream, she also provides ready-made picnic baskets that look just ad...
Dans le quartier des restaurants d’Ixelles se cache un véritable petit bijou. Ce qui était autrefois une quincaillerie de fer est aujourd'hui transformée en un restaurant chic dans un style de décor artistique qui a conservé plusieurs accents décorat...
Noordzee - Mer du Nord is one of my favorite places for apéro on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. After waking up late, it’s nice to go for a stroll in the city center and have a lunch at this fish shop aka fish bar on the corner of Place Sainte-Catheri...
After discovering the breakfast, brunch and lunch options at Velvet Peck, we had to update the list of our favorite brunch places in Brussels. This bright and airy eatery with a lovely outdoor terrace is conveniently located at the exit of the subway...
We’re all trying to stay inside and stay safe, but we still need groceries and other stuff to keep busy. Although we enjoy going out occasionally to grab some fresh air, we rather use that time for a walk in the park instead of standing in line for t...
Brussels center Chouke Etterbeek Maison Antoine Jette Friterie du Mirroir Steve - aan Pannenhuis Saint-Gilles Friterie de la Barrière Saint-Josse Chez Palma Schaerbeek Friterie Chez les Big Moustaches on Place Van Ysendijck Master Frites:...
Il n’existe pas de plus doux petit matin lors du week-end que celui qui permet... enfin... de savourer le doux bien-être, le bonheur de cette sérénité accordée de se réveiller….tard… avec pour seul projet au réveil : un majestueux festin….. Je me me...
Situé dans l’impressionnant bâtiment Tour & Taxis, La Fabbrica est le lieu de brunch familial idéal, situé le long du canal de Bruxelles. Alors que les brunchs sont souvent très coûteux pour une quantité de nourriture relativement limitée, cela ne s’...
The weather in Brussels is not always bright and sunny. That’s why whenever the sun is out, people enjoy the opportunity for a drink or a meal outside on a ‘terrasse’. So, if you are in the Belgian capital during the Summer months or if you are fortu...
Since the opening of The Poet, the European quarter features a new trendy restaurant. Situated within the Renaissance Hotel, this new place stands out thanks to its exceptional décor, top-quality cocktails and -of course- tasty food. It’s a versatile...
Certain things in life go without saying, like having a waffle while in Brussels. You may try to avoid them, but the waffle shops and their enticing fragrance are everywhere, rendering any resistance futile. So now that we’ve established things, I’l...
Si une petite faim se déclare après la visite de l'Atomium, vous pouvez vous rendre à Thevy, un restaurant thaïlandais de l'avenue Houba de Strooper. Le menu propose un grand choix de plats pas trop chers. Un plat principal coûte entre 12 et 15 euro...
A newcomer in the Chatelain hood! As the little brother of the established restaurant Djo which focuses on dishes to share, the bistro-bar Voisin specializes in exquisite pasta dishes, hence their slogan ‘the place to pasta your time’. We quickly hea...
A brasserie can hardly become more Belgian than Skievelat. The very 'Brussels'-sounding name Skievelat is a first indicator of its local personality. This is confirmed by the fact that Skievelat is frequented by mainly Brussels inhabitants, but the m...
Definitely one of the most original restaurants in the Marolles neighborhood, Restobières offers a variety of traditional dishes that all have one ingredient in common: Belgian beer. It is no surprise that the beer list is extensive as well. This tri...
Ozawa is a new Asian restaurant situated somewhere halfway between Gare du Nord and the Brussels Canal. Even though Ozawa is only open around lunchtime, it’s a welcome addition to an area lacking decent bars and restaurants. If you have the opportuni...
This mini restaurant in the city center of Brussels has four tables, no written menu and around six dishes to choose from... The description sounds very basic, but if you go, you will understand why everyone likes Mémé Café. The food is amazing, care...
Bien qu'il existe de nombreux lieux qui proposent un déjeuner autour de la gare de Bruxelles-Midi, peu sont aussi branchés que le restaurant lumineux et confortable Mammouth, qui est fier de servir des plats frais et sains.
Loola is a new pizza and salad bar, with two different venues in Brussels: one at Louise, the other at Boondael. When we learned the latter had a nice outdoor terrace, we opted to head over to Cimetière d’Ixelles to try the new pizza place.
When my mother got a new job, our family gathered in Brussels to celebrate this wonderful news. Of course, as a self-proclaimed Brussels specialist, it was my job to take them somewhere nice :-) Feeling slightly adventurous, I opted for a Belgian res...
The Saint-Catherine area boast many restaurants, but only a few go back as far as Le Pré Salé which exists since '63. Formerly a butchery, this restaurant has become an established name in Brussels. The interior decor has barely changed and neither h...
After our little Spring-break on the Greek island Rhodes, we had fallen in love with Greek cuisine. So when Greek expat friends suggested we joined them to Kriti, a Greek restaurant in Saint-Gilles, we didn’t hesitate. Even after a week of regaling o...
“I like hashtags because they look like waffles.” It makes sense, right? Situated on rue Pletinckx, a new restaurant by the name Hashtag pays tribute to this Belgian delicacy in a very original way. It’s at the same time a very Belgian place and a be...
To celebrate their second birthday, Gatsu Gatsu threw a party including cocktails, a DJ set and fresh food. I hadn’t been before, so the invite was a great occasion to check out this Japanese wok restaurant set in the heart of Brussels.
For many people, the word ‘waffle’ automatically generates mental images of the most extravagant waffles, topped with chocolate, whipped cream, powdered sugar, sprinkles, fruit… You name it. Utterly mindblowing combinations have been explored and are...
After an extended Belgian Summer season, the time was right to start our long-awaited ‘Tour de Frites’. We gathered some fellow fried-potato enthusiasts and engineered a pseudo-scientific review form. The first subject of our Frites Experiment was ...
It’s no secret that many of us spend months dreaming about the perfect Christmas dinner. What to put on the menu? How to decorate the table? Which outfit to wear? We like to bring out the best of everything to share with our loved ones. I leave it up...
El Fontán offers authentic, flavorful food without pretense. This tapas bar in the Marolles district is simple, but genuine. Add some background Spanish chatter and you've got the perfect setting for a casual dinner with friends.
Feeling hungry after shopping? Although it’s not really a restaurant, I’d briefly like to talk about EATS, the new food court on the ground floor of the City 2 shopping mall. Its official opening was the occasion for us to try some of the specialties...
Do you know how ‘donkey’ translates in Spanish? Burro, or burrito if it’s a small one. This is all you need to know to understand what Donki is about. This Mexican burrito bar with two locations in Brussels serves tortillas and taco’s stuffed with al...
If you like dim sum or healthy Chinese food, you’re about to discover your new favorite spot in Brussels. This restaurant stands out thanks to its high quality food and large selection of dim sums. Typical of Cantonese cuisine, these are some kind of...
Chez Gudule hasn’t gone unnoticed since its opening in November 2018. This centrally-located restaurant has specialized in a very unique cuisine described as Belgo-Vietnamese food. Sounds particular, right? In this article, we'll explain what it is e...
At first, I only knew Le Chaff as a quiet, cosy spot for a drink after strolling on the Sunday morning flea market. But recently, when I returned on a Monday evening, I discovered a completely different side to Le Chaff. The quiet coffee bar that I k...
Nos dimanches sont réservés aux brunchs. Et aux plantes. Et aux amis. Dimanche dernier a été une réussite : ces 3 critères ont été combinés presque simultanément. Des amis sont venus découvrir notre nouvel appartement à Laeken. Nous les avons emmenés...
Although Be Burger is known for its careful selection of high-quality meat, their environment-minded point of view has incited them to offer a full selection of vegetarian options at the same prices. And we were invited to try those out. After the fi...
It’s nice when things are simple. Especially when you’re out with friends and you just want a nice meal in a cozy setting before kicking off the night. At Bavet, that’s exactly what you will get. You don’t need to dress up and you don’t need to choos...
Avez-vous entendu parler de l’Italien qui a ouvert un bar à tapas..... espagnols ! en Belgique? Ok, tous les éléments sont présents : vous êtes convaincus qu'il s'agit d'une blague relative à de grosses mésaventures, mais non : Bar Tapas 177 n’a rie...
Caché hors des sentiers battus, Au Stekerlapatte est un véritable joyau caché au cœur des Marolles. “Stekerlapatte”, c’est un nom tellement typiquement “Bruxellois” qu'il suscite spontanément la curiosité, il n’est même pas nécessaire d’en chercher l...
Le quartier des Marolles regorge de très bons restaurants. L’Ancien Bruxelles attire particulièrement l’attention avec son design intérieur atypique. Les murs sont recouverts d'innombrables boîtes en fer-blanc à l'effigie de la famille royale belge. ...
Les Marolles est un quartier intéressant à explorer. Non seulement pour les antiquaires et le marché aux puces quotidien, mais aussi pour le vin et le dîner. Voici une liste de mes restaurants préférés dans ce vieux quartier de Bruxelles.
A la lisière de la forêt de Soignes, le parc DROHME tire son nom de l'hippodrome de Boitsfort. Il accueille de nombreux randonneurs et cyclistes et dispose d'un parcours de golf sur les terrains de l'hippodrome. Aujourd’hui, il se prévaloit d’un nouv...
Pour être honnête, avant de venir ici, je ne savais rien de cet endroit. J'avais vu la photo d'une pièce colorée, décorée de lampes marocaines, et oui, cet endroit avait l'air sympa. Il ne m'en fallait pas plus, cette photo de ce restaurant de Saint ...
