Stopped into Mokafé Taverne during a layover in Brussels and it was such a pleasant experience. The staff was friendly, attentive, and professional, which made the quick stop feel welcoming. I tried the sugar waffle and it was light with the perfect crisp on the outside. It was really dope to finally enjoy an authentic Belgian waffle in Brussels! A great spot if you're passing through and want something delicious with great service! read more

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Great spot if you're in the mood to take a break from all the walking by the market square area. We ordered traditional Belgium waffles, coffee and a glass of Cava before we went back for more shopping. The service was quick and staff was very kind. read more

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It was our first morning in Brussels and breakfast was first on the agenda. We were on our way to the comic museum when we stumbled across the Mokafe Tavern inside of this cool little mall type place. This place was slammed when we walked in but were still able to get a table outside with some beautiful views. Our waiter was extremely friendly and went over the menu with us before just giving us the English version of the menu since my French is both bad and Canadian. The menu here had all the classics from sweets and baked goods to meat and baguette based dishes. I ended up ordering the cheesy scrambled eggs and ham on top of some toast, and it was the perfect thing to order. My breakfast was hearty, filled with protein, and tasted simple and delicious. I also had a fresh glass of orange juice on the side and it was super duper good. Overall, Mokafe Tavern was a cute, simple, and delicious place to start off our tour of Brussels. The staff was kind, the scenery was beautiful, and the food was tasty, what more could you want? read more

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THE ULTIMATE TOURIST TRAP. Stopped in on a Sunday at around 11 am for a quick light bite to eat. I ordered the tartine fromage, which was the most pathetic excuse of a cheese sandwich I've ever seen. It was literally one cheese slice sandwiched in between two slices of old bread. Airplane sandwiches are gourmet compared to this one. If that wasn't bad enough, after I ate half, I FOUND A BUG IN IT! The waiter tried to run off right after offering to replace it but no way did I want another one. My husband ordered an omelette, which took forever to come out. It came out after we found the bug in the sandwich, and the omelette didn't look anymore appetizing. It was dry and overcooked. We were already turned off from earlier but still, he braved a few bites before we just paid for our disgusting omelette and left. read more

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We came here 4-5 times in a span of two weeks, that's how much we loved this place! Absolute favourite breakfast place in all of Brussels!!! I have gotten the Nature eggs multiple times and it's always been so great and silky. The waffle here is pretty good and so are the omelettes! My favourites here however are the Belgian hot chocolate and the Belgian coffee - best ever!!! I tried hot chocolate at so many places in Brussels and paris and honestly this place was my favourite!!! Absolutely recommend! read more

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It is my second time trying Brussel waffles, but compared to the ones I had yesterday at a place called "Belgium Waffles", this is a dream!! The waffles are light and airy, with the perfect crisp on the outside. I got mine lightly dusted with sugar, and it was just the best mid-morning pick-me-up one could ask for. I also got a cappuccino, which was quite milky but smooth. Needed a bit of warmth given the crisp cold November air! read more

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This spot was a stop in our Belgian Discovery tour. Great location as they are in the Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert. Our Guide quickly grabbed a few of the open outdoor tables. Great to sit outside and enjoy the view of the Gallery. We could have a waffle and choice of drink. I got a Hot Chocolate. Waffle was light, just right sweet and topped with delicious whipped cream. Hot Chocolate was perfect-strong cocoa flavor. Some had Espresso drinks and enjoyed them. Service was quick and friendly. A great spot for a coffee and pastry refuel and don't miss the waffle. read more

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5 stars for letting us use the toilet without buying anything. Still we decided to sit and have a drink because of their kind offer. I ordered the Belgium cappuccino and my partner ordered the hot chocolate with chartreuse. The hot chocolate was amazing, gave us a nice buzz. The cappuccino was also nice, wish there was more whipcream. Quiet and chill vibe here. They also offer a lot of savory and sweet dishes. read more

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This is a great little restaurant inside the gallery "mall". The staff is friendly and prompt. They have a great value breakfast/brunch with breads, eggs, bacon, ham, juice, coffee all together under €20. Great place to people watch and be indoors with an outdoor feel. read more

Located in the Saint Hubert Gallery. The ambience is quiet and peaceful. The windows above shining natural light on you as you eat. The latte and coffee drinks are nice and strong! TheBelgian waffle the Belgium waffle is one of the best in city, it's crispy on the outside and very light and fluffy on the inside while served hot! The scrambled eggs and the omelette are excellent too! read more

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The location is unbeatable in the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert. We liked the atmosphere inside the cafe, very cozy. We came in around 10:30 to grab some coffee and light bite. Ordered the Belgian cappuccino, macchiato, eggs, and bacon and hash. The food is decent, nothing to brag about but nothing to complain either, it's just average breakfast, which is what we expected. I think any place in the tourist zone is likely to focus on the location and atmosphere than food. Some of the reviews said the staff was rude. The cafe started to fill up and got busy around lunch time, our server was attentive and helpful the entire time. read more

This cafe is located right in the center of the galleries - a good place to stop for tea, beer, or food after shopping. However, I enjoyed the location of it much more than the actual food. We ordered the carbonade (beef stew) and meatballs in tomato sauce, and both were very ordinary cafeteria food. The fries were also the blandest I had in Belgium (more like frozen fries). read more

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A place to avoid. Nice looking cafe in a galleria and the vibe seemed good as we walked by this place several times during our stay in Brussels. But the waitstaff was hella rude and that just cannot be. I ordered eggs and asked that they be scrambled and well done. Waiter seemed to understand well what I was asking for. I hate runny eggs. They came with a baguette and other items which are hardly worth mentioning at this point. But the eggs arrived runny and I had to ask the waiter to take them back for a little more cooking. I know this is not ideal but with eggs, it is a must for me. Waiter was a little put off by the request, I could tell, but seemed ok. He took the eggs back and in a few minutes another guy that looked like the owner or chef, came back with my eggs, dropped them off without a word and grabbed my half-eaten baguette and walked away quickly. The eggs were still runny and inedible for me. That is pretty much the end of the story. Dude should have at least cooked the eggs sufficiently and should not have taken my food without asking me first. When there is rudeness involved, nothing else really matters. I would avoid this place. read more

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We came here for lunch on a weekday and it wasn't crowded at all. I love the location of the restaurant. The galeries is such a beautiful place and with great chocolate shops. We ordered cappuccinos, scrambled eggs, and the plain Belgian waffle. The scrambled eggs came in big portions which was a nice surprise considering the cheap price. The side salad made the dish more refreshing. Can't complain about the dish. The Belgian waffle was amazing!! It was light and crispy and just sweet enough to my liking. I feel like I could eat 10 of these at once. Definitely will be dreaming of these waffles forever. read more

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I came here because I read about it online! I just got a cappuccino and waffle while I was there. They were both pretty good! The restaurant is located in a convenient as well, as it's in the Royal Galleries. It was a nice cozy place to stop in during the rain. The food was served pretty quickly as well. However, I'm docking a star because of how long it took me to get my check at the end. I had to wait several waiters until I finally got my check after 15 minutes. read more

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We stopped in for something sweet while we were galavanting through the streets of the historic centre of Brussels and were so glad that we did. I had a slice of pie flambe with vanilla ice cream. It was scrumptious! Others in our group had waffles and said they were the best ever. Also pretty scrumptious were the coffee and chocolate beer selections. And although they were crazy busy our waiter was awesome and even spoke with us for a few minutes. Good choice on this one! read more

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This is a great place to be if you are looking for a quiet hangout on a cold day. The waffle was the most perfect waffle I have yet to have. It was so light, so airy, and just enough substance to keep you wanting more. The toppings not too sweet and the whipped cream was perfect. My expectations on the taste and texture of a waffle will never be the same again. read more

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As soon as I arrived to Brussels, I immediately want to get some waffles. This place is near our hotel so I stopped by for a quick bite. The waffle is warm and crispy on the outside, topped with powder sugar and whipped cream plus a glass of OJ on the side. I also ordered a glass of beer to go with it. It's hard not to drink beer in Belgium. Service is alright in my opinion, it was also a little confusing on how they sit us at the beginning. It's probably because we are not local but overall, I enjoyed it. read more

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When walking through the Royal Galleries, we stumbled upon Mokafé. We were skeptical of the waffles that we would be able to get in the tourist trap, but we took the plunge. I got the plain Brussels waffle and a cappuccino; the waffle was crispy and warm, and the coffee was great. My Belgian companion ordered the waffle with ice cream and chocolate sauce. She was non-plussed by the ice-cream, but she said that the waffle was "very authentic." We sat on the patio, and we got some great pictures. Don't think it gets better than that. read more

Went here based on recommendations that it has the best authentic Brussels style waffles. Authentic? Yes, definitely. Crispy and thin ridges with just powdered sugar. But best? Not sure. Might just be my preference for the fluffier Liege style, but there was nothing remarkable about the waffle. The batter didn't have any noteworthy flavor, but the texture was right. Staff was friendly, but busy with just two waiters serving the whole place and running back and forth. read more

If you want an authentic Belgium waffle at an affordable price where the price of beer is practically the same as water, look no further! This cozy restaurant has an inviting vibe and includes indoor as well as outside seating. I ordered a beer and chocolate waffle and it was amazing. It came quickly and the chocolate was piping hot ready to be drizzled over your waffle. Delicious! Would recommend! read more

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I was looking for a cafe where I could sit with my dog and enjoy a light breakfast. My concierge recommended Mokafe because it was nearby in the Gallerie and since it was raining I thought it was a perfect idea. There's seating outside the cafe but still in the Gallerie so it's covered. They have an extensive menu, but I ordered a latte and a croissant which came out to 4.10€. The service was very friendly and you can tell its frequented by locals having their morning coffee. Would I go back? Yes. It's a simple no frills cafe where you can start your day. read more

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Great location, love sitting outside of the restaurant in the great beautiful hall. The food itself was pretty good. I ordered a sandwich with liege jelly and it tasted amazing. Also it was served with a nice refreshing salad with a tasty dressing on top. read more

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Fantastic lunch here on a budget! While they have all sorts of hot specialties, I opted for a very hearty sandwich for just 4 euro! It was great to sit on the patio and enjoy a peaceful afternoon over delicious food and strong coffee! read more

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We passed by in Brussels and we went in. They had plenty of seating so we only had to wait for five minutes, not sure about other cases. The staff are all very patient and friendly. I highly recommend the pasta, croquet was nice. Another really good option--Carbonnade Flamande, the Belgium beef stew! In general, really nice place! read more

I ordered a pancake mikado. The service was a bit slow but it's a busy cafe from the moment it opens so I guess it's expected. I came here for their hot chocolate sauce and it did not disappoint! Dark, rich Belgian chocolate sauce that lives up to all the expectations. I will definitely recommend trying either the waffles or pancakes just for the sauce. My husband had a crab sandwich. It wasn't all that. It tasted like something I would make for my lunch box. read more

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Go for dessert! We came after dinner and had crepes with ice cream, madame Blanche, and the gaufres derides du Nord -- Brussels (not liege) waffle with northern cherries. We also ordered a croque Maison which was supposed to be a croque madame with tomato but the tomato was missing. The crepe was disappointing, but the waffle and ice cream was delicious! I wouldn't come here for food except maybe salads since they looked fresh. The sandwich we ordered for my toddler was just plain bad. Do come for dessert though! read more

While the food is good, the service really was lacking. Came in on a Saturday morning and there wasn't too many tables. We were seated right away. We ordered a breakfast combo and the fruit waffle to share between me and my aunt. When the orange juice that came with the breakfast combo came, a little fly was drowning in it. It's whatever - it happens. The food was good, the coffee was not (although, to be fair, I did not have any good coffee/latte in Brussels my whole trip). The waffle was authentic and good, but overall the experience was just meh. I wish we had a better breakfast experience for our brunch in Brussels. When we left (the waitress forgot our check for a good 20 minutes), we saw a huge line across the street for Maison Dandoy's tearoom. Wish we did that instead. read more

Good coffee, and you can get a Brussels waffle here rather than the other kind. I had a gorgeous coffee with cream ontop, called a cappuccino chassilly (I think). read more

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Nothing too fancy about this place, but they make a great Belgian waffle at a fair price. Just don't expect a whole lot of ambiance or great service. You came for a great Belgian waffle and that's exactly what you're gonna get. Crispy, delicate and delicious... read more

Great old school cafe, with incredibly hard working staff (a nice contrast to Le 75, where the entire staff appeared to be nursing a hangover). My wife got eggs with a very generous portion of smoked salmon, and I got a set breakfast with eggs and 3 kinds of bread (a little heavy on the bread). Also the coffee was fresh ground and excellent. Get a seat in the coveted front area for some great people watching on the Gallerie. read more

We read this was an excellent place for waffles and made this our first stop off the train. The inside is not appealing, so we sat outside. The ambiance outside the cafe is great, but the service was ok. The waffles were good, but a little underwhelming. read more

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The Mokafe Taverne is a typical European cafe with outdoor seating which is great for people watching (actually, the seating isn't really outdoors since the entire block is technically inside a glass enclosure). I was expecting the usual indifferent European cafe service, but the man running the show was charming, responsive, and patient. My colleague and I just had a simple lunch (me: salade aux lardons, him: croque monsieur), but the real key to the experience was the dessert (some kind of raspberry cake or torte -- we just pointed to it on the table of the ladies next to us without really asking what it was). read more

Summary: Great spot on a beautiful strip to watch passersby. Open fairly early if you've an early flight and are in need of coffee. Very chilled out staff. Yes! they have wi-fi. Atmosphere: A truly fantastic spot if you've landed on the 7am flights from the US. They open fairly early and you can grab a seat on their patio chairs and watch the morning start as the joggers and other tourists pass by. The food: Really adorable and nice. I had a banana and chocolate waffle which was lovely. The coffee was great as it always is in these types of spots. Service: Super chilled out and nice. I was compelled given the niceness of the guy and how he went out of his way even though I was a perplexed confused soul post-flight. read more

The.best.waffles.ever.WOW. I read from a locals guide that these are the best waffles in Brussels, they did not disappoint. I was confused at first why I didn't have syrup but realized it's because these waffles are so fluffy and crisp you don't need it. Very, very delicious. read more

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I really liked the ambiente for eating the breakfast so we decided to go here. The food of my friend came like 20 min earlier than mine and I had to wait a lot. I had a club sandwich and I pulled out those little onions... and what i saw was a tiny hair. Not the greatest thing. Besides that the sandwich was okay. I didn't liked the service, they seemed really reserved to me read more

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Tucked into the galleria this cafe was mediocre. From reading the other reviews I was a bit disappointed. there are some omelets to choose from if you are gluten free. My mother had a pastry and said the gluten products were quite good but considering we are in Belgium I don't think they were anything spectacular. read more

Oh my gosh!! So so so good! Heck, I'll even give it 5 stars even though drinks are very expensive! You must try the waffles here. I'm not much of a waffles person but these are a perfect balance between dense and crispy. The waiter was also very friendly and there's a cat to draw your attention for a bit! Maybe not if you're allergic but I highly recommend this cafe. read more

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Had a bit of a layover in Brussels yesterday so stumbled into this place on the recommendation of a friend who grew up here. The first thing I noticed is the gorgeous setting - think high end gold coloured almost shopping mall like place filled with locals and tourists alike. We each got a waffle - one with sugar, one with strawberries - and they were excellent. Warm, light, crisp, everything you'd want in a waffle. We were a bit nervous about it being too touristy as it's so close to the Grand Place, but are very glad we went. The waiter was a bit awkward, silently showing up and hovering waiting for us to place our order... but we didn't see him behind us at first, so don't know how long he stood there! One thing to note is they do bring the receipt with the drinks, so we paid when he came back with our waffles. Not sure if this is a European thing, a Brussels thing, or just a Mokafe thing. Either way, it is what it is, and it did mean we were free to leave as soon as we were done. read more

Place is known for the Waffles, and I must admit they were pretty good. I ordered the Sugar waffle, with whip crème and chocolate liquid on the side. It tasted really good, and fresh obviously. The hot coffee I ordered was not as good as I hoped it would be, and there was a strange smell in the place since I entered, it was something pungent and was a bit of an odd thing. read more

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