Whenever I come to Brussels this is one of my favorite places to visit. From the beautiful Grand…read morePlaza, full of ornate and gilded facades that shine at night, to the Gallerie nearby with irresistible chocolatiers, bistros, pattiseries and traditional Belgian stores, this place is simply magical.

For this part of Belgium, the less-well-off part, the mall is OK. Just OK. It is nothing like an…read moreAmerican shopping mall, so may disappoint those used to that type of shopping experience. The place has mostly clothing shops with so-so quality. The best parts are the Carrefour, which is a very big one and has an excellent seafood section, and the other is the restaurant area. All the restaurants are good. You can also just take a breather and have a beer there. Don't forget to have some of the Australian ice cream too!