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.

We found this place when we were looking up a place for lunch on Yelp. The restaurant was decorated…read morewith a cartoon theme. Tables and napkins were cheerful colored. Their menu has four different languages: French, Dutch, German and English. The two of us ordered the Josephine burger as we found it to be different. The patty was made with ground duck breast and served with some Foie Gras and their special pepper sauce. It was French all the way. The bun was soft and the burger was cooked perfectly medium rare. My boyfriend caught that they had a food elevator sending food from upstairs. The other food came out of the kitchen looked really good too. I would recommend to give this place a shot if you are in the area.

Good mix of food (veg, non veg, Belgian, French, etc). Hipster vibe. A slight distance from the…read moretourist center. Nice selection of beer (of course). Everyone enjoyed their meal; they have an excellent burger, good steak frites, and a huge vegetarian but entree plate.

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.

This place is great! We randomly passed by from the Midi train station. You get a kilo of fresh…read moreseafood for $25 euro! Most of the staff do not really speak English but they are super friendly!

Do not miss this opportunity - just down the road from all the moules and frites and waffles is…read morethis place where you select your seafood by the kilo and the staff cook it up however you like or just cook it the way they think you should eat it!! Outstanding! And easily the cheapest meal we had in Brussels!

Food was good but I definitely felt like I overpaid. Their 2 euro classic hamburger is the same…read moresize as the entry hamburger from MCDs. Fries didn't taste bad but they didn't come out hot, more lukewarm. The service people were very friendly and helpful.

It is almost a disservice to try and leave a written review, because words can do absolutely no…read morejustice to describe how exquisite the dishes were. Each dish was a complete work of art, striking an unbelievable balance between depth, complexity, yet minimal simplicity and beauty in its execution. An absolutely one of a kind experience that must be explored. And the owner and his wife were amazing hosts.

Go to this restaurant! It was the best meal we had in Brussels. I am a vegetarian and finding…read moreelevated cuisine is not easy. Every bite was glorious and my husband, who eats everything, was in love. The menu is 3 courses, but they do have other options (no need though). Also, we had eaten at restaurants that were way more expensive but not nearly as good. On top of that the owners were attentive, warm and welcoming. Seriously, if you are looking for a memorable meal go here!

Decent size restaurant with a second floor. Service was okay. Took a little while to catch the one…read morewaiters attention. Food is pretty cheap and came out fast. Both crepe and waffle was good. The bread that came with the combo meal was huge. It was soft even though it was cold. I had to ask for butter since it didn't come with any. Overall decent breakfast and i would come back again

Yelp has wrong hours for this place! I went to go eat breakfast and had to wait in the rain until…read morethey opened at 8am. It's a clean cafe with two floors. No one speaks English and there is no English on the menu but we figured things out pretty ok. It was pretty good, nothing outstanding but nothing bad either. They were the open place close by for me so i was happy with what i got. We got moroccon tea, almond croissant, tomato & mozzarella panini, and freshly pressed orange juice. All of them were really good!

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.

My wife and I very much enjoyed our dinner at this seafood restaurant. The super large counter was…read morestocked with a variety of fresh shellfish, fin fish, and squid. You pick out what you would like to eat and it is prepared to order (price is by weight). Once you order, walk upstairs to the dining area where you will be served. For drinks, you can order soda or water as they do not serve alcohol. We ordered salad, fries, and two entrees (see photos), along with water. Everything was delicious and the seafood was prepared perfectly (both our grilled and fried dishes). The bill came to about $60 US. The restaurant is about a 10 min walk from the grand place and hasn't been discovered by tourists. Give it a try...we highly recommend.

Best seafood for the locals in Brussels. Select your fish and or seafood and they cook it for you…read more They do not speak English and the restaurant is in the Middle East corridor of Brussels but the food was cooked to perfection. Got this recommendation from Tonkin Garby. Thanks!

A no non-sense corner café with a view of the square and passerby. Beer on tap is limited to 10 but…read morewith great selection and pretty much all at an unbeatable 3 euros. If you're not situated on the outdoor terrace to watch the world pass on by, then they have plenty of cozy seating inside in the form of bench tops. A couple of TV's scattered about which are guaranteed to be showing a football or rugby match. Food is limited and consists of cheese, bread, and sausages (snacks). Somehow glad that we were corralled into this cafe by the riot police after the clashes between Moroccan and Belgium fans following the World Cup match. It was a pleasant respite away from the chaos ensuing outside.

A cozy little cafe on quiet Place Rouppe next to the renowned Michelin two-starred Comme Chez Soi…read more Cafe Bebo has ten beers on tap (think Westmalle Dubbel, Malheur 10, etc.) and another 70+ to suit all tastes in the bottle (including gluten-free Brunehaut Amber), all at very reasonable prices; 3.50 Euro for almost all drafts and bottles! Even the Trappists like Rochefort 8 are only 3.80! Food is limited to quiche, sausage, and cheese, and be forewarned, they only take cash (a common phenomena in Brussels). A nice jazzy sound-track, and newspapers hanging in holders by the bar add to the appeal. But the best thing about Cafe Bebo? The large outdoor area facing Place Roupe; perfect for a sunny, or (this being Belgium after all) a non-rainy day.