We have been blessed enough to call this city home, and we want you to love it as much as we do. Below are some of our favourite places to eat, drink, and spend an evening — whether you are here for the weekend or just the day.
One of the best foodie spots in Brussels and Joel's favourite dinner. Make sure you book — it fills up fast.
No frills, super fresh seafood in the city centre. Zahra says prawn croquettes and a glass of white wine are non-negotiable.
A Brussels institution on the Grand Sablon. Classic Belgian brasserie food done with real care. Zahra's favourite is the Steak Américain and Joel is obsessed with the Vol au Vent.
Proper Neapolitan pizza in a lively corner spot just off Châtelain. Zahra swears this is the best Italian pizza spot in Brussels.
Some places do one thing and do it better than anyone else in the city. These are those places.
Arguably the best frites in Brussels. Queue, order, eat standing up. We take everyone who visits us here.
The best smash burger in the city, full stop. We both come monthly and get the classic. Every time. Do not skip the loaded fries.
Korean comfort food done properly. Joel loves the fried chicken.
The first rule of Fight Club is that you tell everyone about Fight Club. New York style pizza slices — Zahra loves the pepperoni. Get that.
One of the most unique cafes in Brussels. Zahra's nut allergy means she avoids this one but Joel swears the nut butter chai changed his life.
One of the best specialty coffee spots in the city. Mention this place and Zahra will cry if you say you didn't try the cookie. Joel, less dramatically, agrees.
A super cute Japanese café. Busy but worth it for the matcha and the cakes. Joel says get the matcha basque cheesecake.
One of the best bakeries in Brussels. The pastries are exceptional and it is hard to pick just one thing. The mille-feuille and cinnamon rolls are not to be missed.
A tiny, packed natural wine bar on Rue Lesbroussart that spills out onto the pavement most nights. Amazing small plates and an amazing selection of wine. Zahra says try everything.
A vibey cocktail bar and late night venue. Serious cocktails, great music and one of the most interesting spaces in the city. Reservation needed.
A Brussels staple. Relaxed, unpretentious and perfect for a long evening with good beer and good company. Zahra is no stranger to dancing on the tables followed by a trip to Frit Flagey.
A lively record bar with great cocktails, good food and DJs setting the mood. One of the most fun evenings you can have in Brussels. The negronis are not to be missed.