One of the best diing experiences we had in Brussels! The food was great and the service was…read moreoutstanding. Huge shoutout to Julian! He reminded us of a combination of Neil Fak (from The Bear) and Lazlow (from What We Do in the Shadows). He was coordinating the line, seating, and gave outstanding recommendations, as well as praise, when we picked our wine. We were quoted about 45 minutes to wait, as they don't take reservations. A two-top opened up inside and Julian was concerned that it would be too hot, so he made me go inside to check first. Thankfully, it was right by the open area leading to outside, so we took it and were seated in about 20 minutes, rather than 45. The place was packed the entire time we were there; its reputation certainly precedes it. Good energy and beautifully decorated with stunning art inside. Carbonades a la Biere (beef stew; 19.45 Euros) is their speciality and was delicious! So reasonably priced for the flavor and te size of the dish! After Julian mentioned that the lamb is the best dish on the menu, there was no question that I was ordering it. Jarret d'Agneau Roti (Roasted Lamb Shank; 27.35 Euros) was so very good! Full of Rosemary and so tender! As Julian was running by, I quickly asked him: "Tiramisu or Tarte Tatin?" No hesitation, he replied, "Tarte Tatin." I wasn't sure if he actually put the order in for us or not, but then it arrived at our table and it was delicious! Pear Tarte (8.65 Euros) with a side of ice cream. Not too sweet, with lovely spices in the pears. Cash only, always a line, but totally worth it!

You likely will see a line for dinner. Don't worry it does go pretty fast and likely faster than…read morewhat they may quote. The stew was fantastic! Tender meat bursting with flavor with some mashed potatoes to soak up the sauce. I enjoyed the lamb as well, however a bit too much rosemary for me. Get the pear dessert. The soft and sweet pear coupled with the ice cream was one of the best desserts I've had in some time.

As a celiac, I was so glad that I was able to have a Belgian waffle while visiting Brussels…read more Service was quick and I watched the woman who took my order make my waffle in the iron. I got a plain waffle which was both automatically gluten-free and vegan. It was filling and stayed piping hot the entire time I walked around in the cold. It tasted nice without any toppings whatsoever. I'd definitely stop by again if I were in Brussels. Visited: December 2025

I like gluten, but i didn't miss it having veganwaf's great waffles. Good place to go.read more

Yum! After leaving Paris on our recent trip to Brussels, we were craving great croissants and found…read morethis bakery near our hotel. We came on a Saturday morning and found a line out the door which is always a great sign! We tried a few different baked goods but our favorite was the chocolate croissant which was light, flaky and buttery with a great chocolate center. Loved this bakery and would highly recommend.

Fantastic bakery. Friendly staff. Delicious food. I highly recommend. Most staff spoke English…read more Service was quick and efficient. Everything we ordered tasted amazing. Definitely will return.

Waffles, beer, frites and chocolate was basically the itinerary (: we started with waffles on our…read morefirst morning in Brussels and I can't think of a better place to begin than at Maison Dandoy. The ambience of this location really makes it special. I was really looking for a Hallmark movie themed experience and starting here was perfect. My waffle was scrumptious and a great start to the day. Highly recommend.

The reviews of Maison Dandoy are mixed and while I wanted to like it, I thought it was just okay…read more I enjoyed their front room the most where they sold cookies, crackers, chocolate, totes, and gifts. There's an option to pick a box or tin and fill it the cookies of your choice. The waffles themselves are something I can make at home and save the €15. I ordered the basic powdered sugar waffle, liege style. My husband ordered the Belgian style waffle which was topped with macerated strawberries and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Again, the waffle and strawberries weren't warm so it was like eating a dry stale cold waffle with cold strawberries and a scoop of ice cream. Disappointing to say the least. I'd pass on this place and stick with the street vendors where you can watch them make it in front of your eyes and served warm.

This spot was very cute and quaint! I loved all the sunlight that came in and all the plants! Such…read morea cheerful space! Made better by the lovely waitress who took my party's order. I had a latte, bacon pancakes, and breakfast potatoes. All of it was excellent. The pancakes were a bit over-syruped for my taste but still very good. Bathrooms were very clean. Payment was easy. I'd return and I recommend Woodpecker.

No complaints about the food here. The Peck Special hits the spot after a bit of sightseeing. The…read morepoached eggs are particularly well formed. The bacon is crispy but tender. GOAT cheese is the cheese you need on a savory waffle.

Get out of the tourist zone and find this off the beaten path gem. Food was excellent. Great wine…read moreselection. Very small place.

Found this little Italian spot on TripAdvisor. We were looking for something cozy, one cold and…read morerainy night and this had exactly the feel we needed. Thought about making reservations, but instead we just got there right when they opened and there would've been no need. Granted it was a work week night, literally for the entire hour we were there only two tables arrived. And I was counting us. Perhaps later you might want a reservation or you might have to wait. There were only about seven or eight tables me entire thing so it's cozy. The one person running the cash register and taking orders, was very kind, but a little distracted on her phone. I wonder if she was doing work. She was very sweet though and gave good recommendations. My friend got the Ragu while I opted for the gnocchi. I actually preferred the Ragu for sure. The meat was tender and delicious, and the noodles were thick and delightful. The gnocchi kind of tasted a little, bland and repetitive. To be honest, I wish we could've shared like five tiny plates. Felt like I was eating way too much gnocchi and didn't get a lot of diversity. The bacon on top did help a little. The dishes were about 25 a piece, but they definitely tasted homemade. We opted for the bruschetta as a starter and I would've skipped that. The tomatoes were super fresh and the bread was good but the olive oil was playing. Don't think it was worth $10. The wine selection was brilliant. Generally pretty affordable for the quality. Some delicious wines there that night. Love love, love the aesthetic. We definitely want to return and try some new things.

I had higher hopes for this cafe because it had so many vegan offerings. The Buddha Bowl was a huge…read moredisappointment. It lacked flavor, despite its many ingredients. The sandwich I picked was good, but they were out of the vegan cheese, which I was excited to try. They put extra avocado on it and the sandwich was tasty, but it would have been better with the cheese. The fruity smoothies looked delicious and they have vegan waffles, so I might go back to sample their other offerings.

Unfortunately I was not impressed by this place. The vibe was nice to sit outside on the sidewalk…read morewith the bustle of the tourist spot, but the service was quite slow and the food was not great. The waffle was somehow gummy and oily at the same time, and it was served on a small board that - with the runny yolk situation and piled spinach - made an absolute mess on the table and ground beneath. Last, the avocado was massively brown and was served anyway - we didn't complain or send it back mostly because we had a time limit, but I was unpleasantly surprised at their standard of fare

THE BEST PASTA + TRUFFLE SAUCE IVE EVER HAD. I will be dreaming of this restaurant for the rest of…read moremy life. Felt so authentic, like you were in nonna's kitchen, great service considering only 1 main server. Amazing water- only bottle available but imported from italy 4,50E each. Eat here you won't regret it!

This was our best meal of a month-long trip. The Linguine Alle Vingole was fresh, well-balanced and…read moretotally delicious. Dessert of chocolate cake with pistachio ice cream was lovely. The wait staff was friendly and efficient on a very busy night. Reservations are a must but easy to make online.

The food was amazing and tasty. The Chef (who is extremely friendly) changes the menu every 2 days…read moreto keep everything fresh. I cannot recommend this place enough, if you can get a seat. There is no written menu. And for the size and quality of the dishes,It was a great value. Cute ambiance and smells amazing as soon as you come in.

A neat, little Restaurant in Brussels. I first discovered this Gem when I left Café Floreo…read more They have some seats outside which made the stay even more pleasant. I don't know whether they do have a Menu, but since the Owner/Chef/Waiter made pretty good suggestions I didn't need it. As a Starter I had a plate with Hummus made from Lentils, Dark Olivepaste, some Ham (presumably San Daniele), Mozzarella with Tomatoes and some Arugula as garnish. Before that they put some delicious Bread with Olivepaste and Oliveoil on the Table. For the Main Course they suggested Tagliatelle Nero with Gambas. I had a Glass of Rosé to go with it. Everything was excellent! The Staff was very friendly and I am sure I'll be back again! Thank you for the nice Lunch! A bientôt.

Came here for breakfast since we didn't want to pay €45 at our hotel for breakfast. I got a…read morecappuccino and a chocolate croissant and a yogurt cup. It was all pretty good for what it was. Overall, it was a good stop for breakfast.

LOVE Exki!!! Affordable, fresh and amazingly healthy organic food ready to go... I wish there was…read moreone in my town! Also 30 minutes free WIFI at each location.