Waffles, beer, frites and chocolate was basically the itinerary (: we started with waffles on our…read morefirst morning in Brussels and I can't think of a better place to begin than at Maison Dandoy. The ambience of this location really makes it special. I was really looking for a Hallmark movie themed experience and starting here was perfect. My waffle was scrumptious and a great start to the day. Highly recommend.

When in Belgium, you have to try a waffle!…read more They're much fluffier with a more crisp skin then back home! They're delicious and definitely a must try when here! This little cafe was nice and comfortable!

The waffles here were okay. I wouldn't say the most memorable but it was okay. With all the…read moreselections out there, I wouldn't come here if you want an exceptionally good waffle but there are a lot of selections nearby that are better.

Get the original Liege waffle. It's the OG and by far the best! Service was fast and no que time.read more

I don't believe I've ever had a Belgian waffle-- so while I was in Brussels, it was a must to try…read more I saw several places in the area selling it but the ratings here were high and I ventured here. The line was very long-- which moved very quickly. With the suggestion from the employee, I went with the Liege waffle because I was not going to eat right away and I feared it would become soggy. I ate the waffle a couple hours later and it was excellent. I also had a Latte, which was just okay. However, I was here for the waffle and it definitely did not disappoint!

I loved this place! It's right in the heart of the city with great views of the Grand Place. We…read moreordered waffles and coffee, and everything was excellent, I still think about those waffles sometimes lol, they were that good. The self-service setup was quick and efficient, and our order was ready in no time. Overall, definitely a must-visit if you're in Brussels.

This was a great experience. Nice small place that feels authentically Belgian. Great ambience and…read morefantastic service. In reviewing the menu, everything sounded fantastic. My wife settled on the beef stew with stoemp, I had the confit of beef chuck with a side of fries. They were both very tasty, the servings were perfect for normal appetites and the meal came with bread, and salad as well. We really enjoyed it, in retrospect I wish we had ordered a beef dish and something else, both dishes we had were excellent (the confit of beef practically fell apart with my fork) but the tastes were similar. Oh well, maybe next time. Highly recommended.

Came here on the suggestion of a friend. There was a queue outside as it was a Saturday evening at…read morearound 7pm. I got lucky and only had to wait about 10 minutes as I was a eating solo, and the other people in queue were 4+. Sat down, grabbed a Cantillon on draft, and ordered. The cheese board was fantastic. The mussells were wonderful, and the homemade sausage was unfortunately just okay. Could have done without it as it was dry and overcooked, but very much enjoyed my meal here. Would suggest eating here easily.

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.

This was a great experience as it was our first adventure into Brussels…read more The atmosphere is inviting and open with lots of seating inside and outside. They have a take away window and inside is table service. The service is laid back and if you're in a rush, don't be. This is a great place to get Belgian Waffles as they are light and delicious. For us in the US this is not your Waffle House it's heavily. The breakfast was delicious and the coffee was very good. Overall a good choice for breakfast.

If you come to Brussels the two main food groups are waffles and beer…read more In the states, I've heard about the delicious Belgian Waffles and the frothy Belgian Beer and wanted to try both as soon as I entered the city. The Gaufre de Bruxelles is nothing fancy but has two walk up windows that advertises fresh waffles some with whip cream, strawberries or Nutella toppings. I chose the classic waffle with syrup. Within a few minutes, a warm Belgian waffle was in my hand and was devoured quickly. This was more dense and flavorful than the Eggo waffles that I've been eating my whole life.

Brussels has an abundance of waffle stands throughout the city with all of them smelling just as…read moregood as the next. Unable to sample waffles from multiple places I did my research to find the best one! Brussels boutique waffle was a great choice! Located right near the manneken pis makes it easy to find. The plain waffle for only 1 euro is all you need. The waffle is crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside and served warm. The melted burnt sugar makes this waffle a true treat. I savored every bite! I found the waffle to be light and not heavy and dense which left me room to sample other Belgium treats. Brussels boutique offers all of the same toppings as the other places but you truly don't need it.

Sad to say I was hopeful, but very disappointed with this waffle. When I ordered one, the worker…read moretook one of the waffles that had already been cooked and sitting on display for a while, placed it in the waffle maker to reheat it, and served it to me. So much for fresh!

We visited this chocolate shop just down the street from another store…read more We found a lower cost of chocolate but we learned that that's because they use more sugar in their chocolate than some of the higher end chocolate houses. Don't get me wrong it's good chocolate but not a rich and has less cocoa in it. For gift giving get this chocolate and save the higher end for yourself but it's still Belgian chocolate and can't go wrong with that.

I visited La Belgique Gourmande on a Wednesday early evening & there weren't too many people in the…read morestore. The interior was beautifully decorated. The store has a self-serve structure where everything is priced by the pound. The workers were very friendly--one even greeted me with a free sample & we had a lovely conversation about traveling. The rumors are true: Belgian chocolates are absolutely delicious. I enjoyed the treats so much that I even made a second trip to bring one of my friends back to try some for themselves. I would definitely visit again the next time I'm in Brussels!

This spot was very cute and quaint! I loved all the sunlight that came in and all the plants! Such…read morea cheerful space! Made better by the lovely waitress who took my party's order. I had a latte, bacon pancakes, and breakfast potatoes. All of it was excellent. The pancakes were a bit over-syruped for my taste but still very good. Bathrooms were very clean. Payment was easy. I'd return and I recommend Woodpecker.

No complaints about the food here. The Peck Special hits the spot after a bit of sightseeing. The…read morepoached eggs are particularly well formed. The bacon is crispy but tender. GOAT cheese is the cheese you need on a savory waffle.

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.