Photo by rosshelenphoto. Each city boasts a gastronomic tradition that is worth “tasting”. Brussels is no exception, the Belgian capital famous above all for its “legendary sprouts”, but which boasts in its menus sweet and savory mouth-watering dishes, to be tasted with a very fresh beer and often even at reasonable prices. Here is the top ten of Brussels gastronomy offered for you by Travel 365.
1 – Sprouts (or sprouts)
Photo by azerbaijan_stockers. We could not fail to kick off this Brussels gastronomic handbook with the course par excellenceof the city. There are numerous cooking and seasoning variations for this small vegetable, but with an extraordinary taste and nutritional properties. Seeing is believing!
- Recommended for : lunch, dinner
- Average cost : €10.00
- Main ingredients : sprouts, oil, salt, vegetables
2 – Pommes frites / french fries
Photo by pbombaert. A real institution of Brussels street food, but not only. The french fries , cut irregularly at the moment and served in the classic cardboard cone accompanied by various sauces, are a “must” in Belgian cuisine. Eat alone or as a side dish to other dishes (as we will show you by scrolling through this list), they can create a real addiction in the tourist!
- Recommended for : lunch, dinner or as a snack
- Average cost : €4.00
- Main ingredients : potatoes, oil for frying, ketchup
3 – Moules et frites
Photo of freepik. Here the potatoes give the role of protagonists to the mussels , served in a cast iron pan, stewed and seasoned with garlic, onion and white wine. A curious combination but strongly appreciated by those who have had the pleasure of being able to taste it.
- Recommended for : lunch, dinner
- Average cost : from € 15.00 to € 20.00
- Main ingredients : mussels, potatoes, garlic, onion
4 – Waffles
Photo by rosshelenphoto. A sweet break from these tasty and very salty dishes. The waffle – now known all over the world – is nothing more than a very soft waffle heated between two plates and served with the most disparate and exquisite ingredients. A few steps to get a delicious and energetic snack or breakfast.
- Recommended for : breakfast, snack
- Average cost : starting from € 1.00 (depending on the filling, the price may increase)
- Main ingredients : flour, eggs, whipped cream, nutella, powdered sugar
5 – Waterzooi
Photo of ismishko. Originally conceived as a fish-based dish, today the Waterzooi – a dish of Flemish origin – is usually prepared with chicken meat. The presence of cream remains unchanged, which gives this stew a delicate and tasty flavor.
- Recommended for : lunch, dinner
- Average cost : €16.00
- Main ingredients : chicken, cream, leek, potatoes, carrot
6 – Carbonade flamande
Photo by azerbaijan_stockers. Meat dishes are depopulated in Brussels. The more “elaborate” variant compared to waterzooi is represented by Carbonade flamande, a beef or veal stew in flour, lard and beer.
- Recommended for : lunch, dinner
- Average cost : €16.00
- Main ingredients : beef or veal stew, beer, minced herbs, flour
7 – Stoemp
Photo by fanfo. Another course based on potatoes and the stoemp. In this side dish, excellent to accompany meat dishes, the potatoes are mashed and enriched with carrots, bacon, cream, nutmeg and pepper, to give the sprint to an otherwise too dull recipe.
- Recommended for : lunch or dinner as a side dish
- Average cost : €4.00
- Main ingredients : potatoes, bacon, cream
8 – Croque monsieur
Photo by user13256280. The cuisine of Brussels is greatly affected by the French influence and that is why the Belgians faithfully reproduce – or almost – some dishes. Croque monsieur, a grilled cheese sandwich flavored with bechamel and cooked ham, comes from the transalpine culinary tradition.
- Recommended for : snack
- Average cost : €9.00
- Main ingredients : pancarre, cheese, whole milk, cooked ham
9 – Lapin aux pruneaux
Photo of Matuš Benian. Another meat-based dish, this time of tender rabbit , served with a delicious plum sauce : a not exactly unusual mixture of meat and fruit, but certainly successful.
- Recommended for : lunch or dinner
- Average cost : €17.00
- Main ingredients : rabbit meat, plums, raisins
10 – Belgian chocolate
Photo by rosshelenphoto. It is not a real dish, but it is a sweet specialty of Brussels and of the whole nation. Going on a trip to the capital and not trying this authentic delicacy would be a real crime!
- Recommended : as a snack
- Average cost : €5.00
- Main ingredients : 100 percent cocoa butter
Where to eat in Brussels: best restaurants, typical bars and street food
Among the many historic buildings, museums and neighborhoods, Brussels is absolutely worth a visit also to learn about its culinary tradition and, above all, its incredible beers!
Surely you have already heard of Delirium, with more than 2,500 types of beer from 60 countries. And in addition to the famous waffles, the delicious chocolate and those praised as the best French fries in the world, Belgian cuisine will have a lot to offer !
Don’t worry, the city is full of clubs of all kinds: from the cheapest to the most important ones, from those where you can sit for hours to take away that will allow you an excellent lunch even in the most hectic days because of the many things to see. And then there is no shortage of places that produce waffles, the many chocolate shops in which to get lost inside and the beautiful bars and cafes in every corner of the city.
1 – Fin de Siecle
- Description : one of the best restaurants in the city where you can taste and savor traditional Belgian cuisine, all accompanied by a craft beer; a place with a slightly retro style
- Specialty : carbonade
- Average price : from € 20.00 per person
- Address : Rue des Chartreux 9 – Get directions – Facebook page
2 – Ballekes
- Description : modern design venue located near the Grand Place; here you can mainly taste the famous Belgian meatballs, accompanied by chips and an excellent beer; there are also other traditional Belgian dishes
- Specialty : meatballs
- Average price : from € 10.00 per person
- Address : Rue des Chapeliers 3 – Get directions – Facebook page
3 – Amadeo
- Description : in the center of Brussels, not far from the Grand Place, this place is an all you can eat of ribs, the best you can eat in the city; particular and welcoming interiors, you will feel like you are inside a huge library
- Specialty : ribs
- Average price : from € 20.00 per person
- Address : Rue Sainte-Catherine 26 – Get directions – Facebook page
4 – The Bistro – Halle Gate
- Description : brasserie far from the historic center, in the Gare du Midi area, the main station of Brussels; here you will find typical Belgian dishes and excellent craft beers in a modern and welcoming environment
- Specialty : meat dishes
- Average price : from € 15.00 per person
- Address : Boulevard de Waterloo 138 – Get directions
5 – Dandoy House
- Description : place near Grand Place, specializing in waffles, the most famous dessert in Belgium; in this tea room you can choose between different variations and indulge yourself with the toppings; the biscuits are also to be tasted, among all the Speculoos, the best ones, must be tried
- Specialita: waffle
- Average price : from € 5.00 per person
- Address : Rue Charles Buls 14 – Get directions – Facebook page
