戈塞特酒店

Thomas Locus has restored this former presbytery in the picturesque streets around the church of Bodeghem-Saint-Martin whilst upholding its period character. Agnes fascinates by its casual charm and each detail bears witness to a sincere respect for traditional table arts, notwithstanding the odd modern touch. The lineup of outstanding ingredients is emblematic of this ethos: hop shoots, hare and Burgundy wines are showcased with love and passion.This is also true of the intense sauces and spot-on culinary technique, embodied by juicy turbot cooked on the bone and paired with a sauce choron th

To get a real taste of authentic Brussels, head for this historic café, whose pores ooze vintage charm with a bustling, almost boisterous brouhaha to match. The chef pays tribute to tradition with a patriotic line-up of no-nonsense Belgian classics, such as shrimp fritters, steak and fries and dame blanche (vanilla ice cream and hot chocolate sauce). The Brasserie de la Gare provides conclusive evidence that some things never change!

This bustling brasserie in Jette has been renowned for its warm welcome and first-class grilled repertory since 1988. By the the grill, the owner masterfully supervises the spot-on cooking of all types of meat. An example: rare hanger steak with a subtle shallot sauce and of course piping hot fresh fries. The enticing menu naturally stars a lineup of patriotic Belgian classics ranging from shrimp fritters to authentic Brussels waffles. A friendly vibe, generous helpings and a glass of wine in good company – hard to beat!

Appel Thaï, a firm favourite with foodies, makes the most of its lush green oasis in Anderlecht. In addition to a buzzy, casual vibe throughout, the garden and terraces are sheer bliss in fine weather. The varied score is fully-fledged Thai, depicted by a fantastic mix of fresh, powerful flavours with a savvy blend of spices. For example: spring rolls stuffed with aromatic rice, cos lettuce, thin slices of succulent beef and soy sauce or spicy panang chicken curry with sweet-sour shallots and coriander. Affordable prices, lavish helpings and buckets of charm: it is just the spot to (re)sample

The Harika family has morphed the Faraya into an elegant restaurant, whilst retaining its home from home vibe (songbirds included!). True to Lebanese tradition, the authentic dishes are piled high in the middle of the table to be shared by all the guests. Smooth hummus, labneh, mixed grills rich in spices and baklava dripping in honey… Don’t miss the buffet (Saturday evening and Sunday lunchtime).

Two mates, Michael and Niels, welcome guests to their aptly named joint in the heart of Dilbeek complete with a lovely garden patio. The pair, who does everything themselves, shares a devouring passion for produce-centric cooking. They cherry-pick all the top-drawer ingredients ranging from veg from local market gardeners to fish fresh from the North Sea, crafting them in an uninhibited, complex-free manner, strewn with inventive nods, like surprising textures and vibrant fermented flavours. For example, they may cook duck whole, serving it rare with a gutsy sauce and a cream of red beetroot a

Herman Dedapper welcomes you with open arms to his neighbourhood restaurant, decorated in warm colours and adorned with his own photo work. He is an excellent sommelier and loves to share his passion for wine. The chef’s generous, French - inspired dishes are sourced from high - quality produce.