Great! They are good and confident and don't need my review,,,but...here I go anyway! It's small…read morebut very cozy so when I got there...No tables available and they don't take reservations! I left to find something else but tried my luck & coming back. Glad I did! They have wine, but as I was told, beer is their thing. The food was excellent and the staff are colorful and efficient as the flow between tables! I had the meatballs (2 large ones), meals come with a small salad and a side & bread! The beer selection is wide. Mostly Belgium ones. Other tables had what looked like delicious tuna, lasagna and stew which they all seemed to enjoy.

I am so sorry to not rave about this place like everyone else did…read more To start with the positives: -cute, cozy spot inside with a few outdoor tables. No reservations, so you have to wait in line. Luckily, the line moved pretty quickly and we were able to be seated inside. -service was great. The fabulously dressed flamboyant gentleman was kind and helpful. The sassy woman was hilarious! -Portions are pretty decently sized and priced fairly Why three stars? I just didn't enjoy anything that we ordered. Sadly, it was my least favorite meal that we had in Belgium. Based on all the reviews, I think it's clear that it's not the place per se, but what I was looking for. That being said, I still must be honest. What we ordered: Cheddar Croquettes (2 for 14 Euros): Just ok and this was one of the things that I felt was overpriced Carpaccio of Smoked Beef with White Truffle Oil (18 Euros): Again, just ok Meatloaf with "Jack Pepper" sauce (26 Euros): "Jack Pepper" means something different in Brussels. It was basically a peppercorn gravy. I wasn't a fan, but Jim G. enjoyed it. With this, we had frites and a small side salad. I know many people recommend that Flemish Beef Stew, but we already had that at Fin de Siecle, and I couldn't imagine that any place would top it, so we didn't get it here. Ultimately, this place isn't for me, but I seem to be in the minority.

Food: Wow, was I surprised on how good this place is! Their mussels were probably one of my…read morefavorite mussels I've eaten as they were so flavorful and tasty, especially on a cold, rainy day! Their rabbit stew was also very delicious and it paired so well with their fries. I'm usually not a big fan of fries, but I could not stop eating them. Service: We didn't have a reservation, but they were able to quickly accommodate us as we got there a bit before rush hour. However, I would definitely recommend making a reservation as it gets pretty busy, especially with locals. All the staff were very nice and attentive as well! Ambiance: They have several levels to accommodate more people. They have their main bar on the first floor, but you do have to hike up a bit of stairs to get to the restroom as there's a flight of narrow stairs, so be careful. I really enjoyed dining here as it felt like a very local spot. This restaurant was definitely the highlight of our trip to Brussels!

When in Belgium, you must have some Belgian mussels. My favorite item here is their mussels in…read morecream and garlic sauce. The mussels are fresh and flavorful, and you can't help but slurp, I mean scoop up, some of the cream and garlic sauce in between each mussel. The other items are not bad, but nothing to write home about: Flemish beef stew, meatballs in tomato sauce, or even mussels with plain white wine (1 star off). Overall, Le Bistro is a good...bistro...option for some local foods.

Clearly a spot for locals to eat authentic Spanish tapas in Brussels near the train station. The…read moreservice was quick and friendly, but I had more luck with my limited Spanish than I did ordering in English, which is probably a good sign for the food. I wound up ordering way more food than I needed. I love octopus, so I ordered that, but it was a bit chewier than I would have liked. The prawns and papas bravas were better, but also more typical and you should expect the prawns to be things you need to pick a apart with your hands. Good, but somehow not quick that extra something to make it really special.

This place is located by the Gare MIDI train station in an unassuming neighborhood that could go…read morewidely unnoticed. Upon walking in it's clear it's a locals only dive spot. The reviews on Google were high for the food and I usually only pick 4.5 and above ratings. We got the Calamares la Romana, a salad and the Paella. So I understand there's different styles of paella because this one had peas and a lot more oil than I've ever seen in a paella. Everything was superb and the rice to seafood ratio was amazing. The cost was also pretty good and they were open late and able to accommodate us. No frills, good food for good prices.

As i made my way through Belgium, i asked many folks what they thought the best…read morefrituur/friture/frites place was. Surprisingly a fee of the same names came up in each city. For Brussels, the guys from Veranda recommended this. Driving through an open market and all types of traffic. I finally got to the neighborhood and walked across the square to the place. Anderlecht is an interesting suburb outside of Brussels. It's a bit gritty and bustling, somewhat like the Mission is in San Francisco. The space is divided into two rooms, one with a bar and one where the kitchen is. I sat near the kitchen to see all the action. Looking at the menu, it's full of classics. Got the steak au poivre with the recommended fries. Holy cow the food is good. Perfectly cooked steak, beautifully silky/peppery sauce and outstanding fries. I cleaned the plate and wished i had the appetite of another. I wish i could import the place to SF. The crew that work here are super friendly, and with my poor French we were able to still chat and have a good mix of conversations. Even though i was eating late, a slew of large parties came in after and the place got really bustling. Even though the rooms are classic bistro, i was surprised by a very modern upstairs. Certainly a very cool place all around. If youre in Brussels and want some classic bistro fare, make your way to Anderlecht and hit this place up.

Update, they no longer serve mussels here…read more However the steaks and fries are good! There is only only Chef so the food take a while but it's worth the wait. The entire menu is in French and the staff here don't speak much English so it's a bit tough to order. We just went with steak and mushroom sauce. The horse-steak which was their specialty so we had to order one. Horse tastes a lot like beef, slightly more gamey but just as good.

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.

Needed a quick bite of food after getting off the Eurostar and saw this place near the exit. The…read morelogo was alluring and after looking at the menu, I decided to give it a try. TLDR; the 3 stars is solely for the burger. Food: 2.5 Service: 3 Ambience: 3 Overall: 3 When we walked in, the one guy at the counter greeted us and said we can sit anywhere. We ordered our burgers, the special fries, and specified we wanted tap water cause no one wants to pay for water when Europe prides itself on their clean pipe water systems. Unfortunately, the guy came back with 2 bottles of water that he had already poked a hole in and we ended up paying for it. I'm pretty sure he understood me, but I'll just give him the benefit of the doubt. We ordered the special frites, the pepper burger, and the red velvet burger. Special Frites: the description sounded amazing and with the mindset of Belgium fries in mind, i was ready to be wow'd. It didn't happen, save yourself the euros and don't order this. Maybe get a bottle of water instead. Burgers: They don't come with fries apparently... so just don't order fries. The burgers itself were perfectly cooked and was juicy while flavorful! Won't be coming back to dine in, maybe just a burger for takeaway, if they do that.

Hands down the best burger in Brussels. You will not be disappointed! Interchanged menu options,…read morepositive service, good music. Only in Brussels for one day and I'm glad we chose this place for dinner. I'll never be the same.

Stopped here thinking I would get a Burger and asked another table if they would recommend this…read morespot. Yes! Was the answer. Decided to start with the Beef Brisket Kimchi Fries. My service said this could be an entree. She wasn't kidding. Possibly the best Kimch fries I've ever had. Beef Brisket was tasty and the cabbage, peppers were perfect and took it over the top. Paired it with a medium Chouffe. If only Chouffe prices were this reasonable back home! This was a meal-no need for a Burger (next time). Service was excellent and attentive.

Planning a Brussels vacation? No?…read more That's a shame. In all honesty, Baogo would make me rethink my travel plans knowing what I know now. So, here's my advice: 1. Book a flight to Brussels. 2. Wonder if you've made the wrong choice as you wander about the seedy streets. 3. Find Baogo 4. Order the Panko Chicken Bao with Sweet Potato Fries. 5. Enjoy your life choices and reclaim the security that you made the right choice in visiting a seedy city.

I purchased some macarons from the location in Brussels Airport (A Gates). It was delicious! They…read moreonly had two flavors, but they were my two favorite flavors (pistachio and rose). Prices were reasonable for both the chocolate and macarons (about 2 euros for a macaron, 20 euros for a box of chocolates).

I came here during my time in Belgium since it was at the train station Brussels and the staff was…read moresuper kind and helpful in helping me find what I wanted. They do not offer samples but you are able to buy chocolate individually they also have the gift wrapped the chocolate is delicious the prices vary from 5 for individual to 20+ for variety packs

located just next door to the church Parvis de Saint Gilles, this bar is separated from the main…read morefull people pedestrian street where La Maison du Peuple is located. 100% local people, the terrace has this peaceful sensation where you almost feel on holidays (due to the church?) they have a good choice of beers and home cooked snacks like croque-monsieur, pasta and other easy going dishes my favourite beer there is Affligem which becomes hard to find in Brussels. if you want to avoid big crowds there you will feel at home.

Great local watering hole. Good beers, good soup, good terrace. Nice location and atmosphere.read more

Great place really fresh food!! I had the 1/2 chicken plate which was a great size it could have…read morebeen shared. The salad portion was great with lots of humus and rice. The chicken was perfect nice and crisp on the outside but very juicy and flavorful! Don't shy away if you're a tourist the staff is very friendly and understanding. If I'm ever back in Belgium this will be my go to spot!!!