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    Le Funambule

    3.8 (103 reviews)
    InexpensiveWaffles
    Closed 9:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Gagan G.

    Outside there are the different waffles that you can choose from and they will modify them to what you like! We got 13,14,15, and 24. The fruits were really fresh! The only thing bad is that when you eat, if you got a cream topping then it was really messy to eat because the small 2 throngs wood "fork" won't cut it and you will get it all over your face. Conveniently located from the center and peeing boy statue!

    Belgium Waffles - #1, #8, #23
    Ryan D.

    Waffle display looked so appetizing on the outside. It was conveniently placed next to the famous statue in Brussels. Service was quite rude with us, the line was inconvenient as space is very limited inside, and the waffles were not that good as they were not freshly made. They were pre made and were just gave to us after ordering.

    Exterior, immediately to the left of Mannekin Pis
    Jill H.

    With only ~36 hours in Brussels, I didn't have time to sample multiple waffle shops. This was my only waffle. It was the first thing I ate a few hours after landing. Perhaps I needed the sugar rush to get me through jet lag, but I found my waffle to be amazing! Piled high with abundant strawberries and crème, drizzled with chocolate. Heaven! The waffle beneath the toppings held up quite well, in my opinion. Some day, I will have to sample others. We hit this place at a brief lull. Waffles served quickly. The only challenge was the tiny wooden fork. Difficult to eat without making a mess. My husband's proves messier than mine. Have some wet wipes handy!

    Strawberries and Cream Waffle (#14)
    JJ C.

    Atmosphere: Le Funambule appears to be a waffle shop popular among tourists, and admittedly, we were drawn to the shop due to its colorful display of waffles and inviting smells. Inside, the shop is small, only able to fit a line of patrons. You'll also find a statue of the Mannekin Pis statue eating a waffle! Service: The person who made our waffle helped explain the differences between their menu items and made our waffle swiftly! Though she forgot the strawberries at first, she was apologetic and quick to correct her mistake. Food: We ordered the strawberries and cream waffle (#14). Our plate was overflowing with whipped cream, white chocolate drizzle, and strawberry toppings. This made the waffle a bit difficult to eat, but it was delicious nonetheless! We thought that the balance of toppings was good, even with the large portions. Overall: For the price, Le Funambule offered a decently sized waffle. As it was quite sweet, we would especially recommend their waffles to someone who has a big sweet tooth!

    Sze Ting L.

    The first waffle I had in brussels - there's a long queue with an efficient ordering system - you choose the number associated with the picture. We got the liege with chocolate and bananas, but I felt that the waffle was too hard, even though it was freshly made. Perhaps they don't have enough time to dedicate to each waffle because of the super touristy location and the long queues, but I was a bit disappointed. The bananas were also hard and cold. However, the place is very instagrammable as they display the largest variety of toppings I've seen.

    Delicious!
    Daira R.

    Yummy!! I tried a waffle here and a waffle across the street and this was absolutely the superior waffle. Perfectly caramelized and nice and chewy on the inside. We had the waffle as part of a tour and our tour guide told us to make sure when we order to always request a fresh waffle. So, pro tip - always get one right off the waffle iron instead of pre-cooked and sitting out. The only bummer was, on our last day we wanted to have a waffle here and the place was open but no staff were behind the counter. We waited more than a few minutes and no one came to the counter. While that was a bummer - it's still a delish waffle!

    Cassy W.

    Stopped by here while in Brussels and had their plain waffle. It was fluffy and decadent with little extra sweet/crispy bites of sugar on the inside. This was by far my favorite waffle in the area. Definitely recommend!

    Isabella B.

    One of the quintessential experiences in Brussels is to eat a waffle, specifically of the Liège variety. Compared to the American waffle they can be eaten anytime as a street food. Liège waffles are characterized by their round shape, deeper pockets, dough consistency akin to brioche bread and the pearl sugar integrated into the dough, which when heated gives the waffles their distinctive taste. Due to the popularity of these waffles you can find waffle shops all across Belgium. This one in particular is located right next to Manneken Pis. Its location makes it a prime spot for tourist traffic as you see many people stepping inside for a waffle. A plain waffle goes for €1 and a waffle with a glaze can go for €2-€2.50. Waffles with more topping such as whipped cream or fruit can start from €5. You can see the many varieties produced in a display right in front of the store. My parents and I were looking for a nibble as we had a beer and chocolate tour later in the day. We stumbled upon this and although I had hesitations about this place my parents thought that this place would be ok. I was proven right as I got an overpriced waffle for around €6 with bananas and whipped cream. The waffle was soggy and lukewarm and there was little banana on top with lots of whipped cream. Sadly this was the last waffle that I had on the trip. In retrospect I wish I had more opportunities to try better waffles in Brussels.

    Brunna C.

    So before coming to Brussels, I read a bunch of different blogs trying to figure out where was the best place to get a Belgian waffle. In the end, I couldn't get a decisive answer, so I spent my one day in Belgium trying waffles from all of the highest rated waffle shops in Brussels and Le Funambule wins my vote as best waffle shop in Brussels. While they don't have as many topping options as the shop across the street, the waffle dough is just perfect. I could have eaten it without any toppings and enjoyed it just as much. 11/10 recommend!!

    Waffles
    Denise V.

    Le Funambule makes excellent waffles! We arrived just as they opened and it smelled absolutely divine. The store has all the waffles they offer on display (which they make every morning) so you know exactly what your waffle will look like. It's also a great location, since it's right next to the Manneken Pis. The street also has various shops selling Belgian chocolates, touristy souvenirs, and other waffle shops. After browsing the display, we ended up ordering 6 waffles (by number or point to the one you want on the display): 2 Liège waffles (very basic, but never disappoints), one with fresh strawberries & powdered sugar, one with bananas & strawberries, whipped cream, & chocolate syrup, one with strawberries, whipped cream, and & chocolate & caramel syrup, and one with whipped cream topped with caramel & strawberry syrup. The waffle was a perfect balance with a crispy exterior and light and fluffy interior. If you don't want to spend to much on waffles, definitely go for the Liège waffle (very cheap!), which was dense and caramelized and the vanilla aroma very enticing. Its taste absolutely transcends any of the superfluous toppings. Overall, these waffles were great; freshly made and a perfect breakfast for an early chilly morning.

    Matt G.

    The waffles in the display window looked so amazing. This place is located next to the Mannekin Pis and has a life size statue out front holding a waffle in its other hand. This place is in a great location as it is surrounded by chocolate shops, souvenir shops, other waffle shops and of course, Mannekin Pis. The waffles are 5.50 euros and are more expensive than the other waffle shops nearby. I walked by here previously but actually bought a waffle with strawberries and whipped cream in the evening. I was shocked and saddened when the gal that was helping me placed a pre-cooked waffle in the waffle iron and then served it to me. I was eating my waffle and had to admit that is was good but I was hoping that it would have been the best waffle I have even had; but sadly, it was not. I was even craving some strawberry glaze and as I was walking past other waffle shops while eating my waffle. If you can get a fresh made waffle here, please do and let me know how you liked it. If you can't get a fresh waffle here, save a few euros and buy one from across the way. This was a solid three stars. It wasn't bad, but did not meet my expectations for the best that I ever had.

    Paloma F.

    You honestly don't know that you haven't experienced a real waffle (no matter how it's labeled) in you go to Belgium and preferably here. I wish I would have stayed and fit 5 more in my tummy. I only ate one and it was my only regret of our European tour. I had the dulce de leche with banana. Simple but decadent. The crunch and fluffiness of the waffle is mastered and you just have to go!

    Chun P.

    The sign says €1 Gaufres(Waffles)... But that's just for a plain waffle, nothing on it. You actually need to spend €3-8 to get something with fruit, cream, or sauces. We spent €4 on a chocolate and vanilla waffle...It was good, but very overpriced. This was our first and last Belgian waffle of the trip. We were in the tourist zone however, so many there are better and cheaper waffles elsewhere in Belgium. Sorry Belgium, you may have invented the "Belgian waffle", but America perfected them by making them bigger, better, and cheaper.

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    Don't come here it's a tourist trap. They charge Americans more to sit at a table. Not friendly.

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    yeah this takes it. the chocolate can be too much but the whipped cream makes up for it.

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    Le Fin de Siècle - Carbonnades (beef stew with mashed potatoes)/Lindemans Pecheresse

    Le Fin de Siècle

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    Dansaert, Centre-Ville, Bruxelles

    A great authentic Belgian meal while you're in Brussels! This restaurant has been around for a…read morelong time, is always packed, often with a lineup outside. But they do their best to seat as many people as possible. I got in fairly quickly because i was alone. The food was fantastic. I had the Carbonade a la Biere, and it was so great! Like a beef stew and very tasty. Also had some good Belgian beer. Service was attentive and very fast. The restaurant is lively and exciting - not really a quiet romantic dinner. But a lot of fun!

    If you want to try Belgian food with reasonable prices then this was one good option in Brussels…read more I arrived early for Friday night dinner and the restaurant was just over half full with lots of available seating. While the register states No Cards one of the servers told the table next to mine not worry when they didn't have enough euros. Only a drink menu was provided and the dishes being served that day were handwritten on moveable boards or posted on the wall. I had on my list a couple to try but finally went with the Belgian carbonades à la biere which was beef stew with mashed potatoes in a dark gravy made with beer. The plate was quite generous and much appreciated since I devoured it. I enjoyed the creaminess of the potatoes swirled with gravy but the meat could've been a tad bit more tender. Service was good. I think everyone on the floor stopped by my table for one reason or the other. Ambiance was casual and looked like many people were taking their time over their meals. When finished you need head to the register to settle the tab. I paid in cash. Worth a return visit.

    Friterie Tabora - Fries with Dallas sauce and fries with Andalouse sauce.

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    Centre-Ville, Bruxelles

    Since I was in Belgium (which is the country that invented french fries if you weren't aware), I…read moreknew that I needed to check out some good friteries around the city. There were some recommendations online for Fritteria Tabora, and since it wasn't too far from us we decided to check it out. It's a small shop that is to-go, and there was a long line that we waited out of for around half an hour. When you order, they'll essentially scoop the fries out of the oil and put it onto a plate for you. Afterwards, you can order different sauces to try it with. They recommended the Andalouse sauce, so we decided to get that one. I have to say that this was probably the best fries that I had during my trip in Belgium (esp after trying it at like 8 different places), so I think that it was worth the wait. These were the most crispy and had the most satisfying crunch overall so far. Even though the line might be long, if you want to try out what Belgium is known for then I think it's worth the wait.

    Nothing in this world brings me more joy than French fries. Actually, let's take it a step further…read more-- nothing on this planet brings me more joy than French fries with multiple sauces. Sweet curry, buffalo, barbecue... not ketchup and mayo. The line was long -- like the whole city had the same craving at the same time. Total Spider-Man meme moment... everybody pointing like, "Oh, you're me? You're me?" The fries were fresh -- not sitting there waiting on somebody. They cook them to order. You literally see the raw fries, then the cooked fries, and it's like an assembly line. One guy takes your sauce order, the other guy repeats it back like telephone, and you watch it get passed down and checked. You get hype listing sauces and then they hit you with, "Only three" before you get too crazy. Service is quick and friendly. They don't ask a million questions because it's simple -- we sell fries and sauces. What do you want? Ambience: tiny walk-up, as small as a food spot can get, but it works. No yelling, no "my order is wrong," none of that. There are tables out front so you can sit, eat, and people-watch on a nice night (or day). Amazing experience. Would absolutely recommend.

    Le Funambule - waffles - Updated May 2026

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