Les Brigittines Aux Marches de la Chapelle

Les Brigittines Aux Marches de la Chapelle is a traditional Belgian brasserie facing the Chapelle church, on the edge of the Marolles. It is listed in the 2026 Michelin Guide, whose inspectors call its Art Nouveau dining room the epitome of the Belle Époque. The chef, Myny, is a Brussels native, and his cooking is a proud celebration of local tradition.

The menu focuses on Belgian brasserie classics prepared with care. Vol-au-vent, the creamy chicken and mushroom pastry that Belgians adore, is a signature, as is a chicken breast served with fries. A standout is the veal cheeks braised with Cantillon beer, a lambic brewed in Brussels, which ties the dish firmly to Brussels. Expect hearty portions, seasonal dishes and a wine list designed to match.

The room, with its period Art Nouveau details, makes a fine setting for a relaxed business lunch or a dinner with friends. It suits couples and small groups who want classic cooking in a handsome but unpretentious setting, and it is a good choice for visitors who want something more refined than the tourist restaurants near the Grand-Place without committing to a long tasting menu.

According to the Michelin Guide, the restaurant serves lunch from 12:00 and dinner from 19:00 from Monday to Friday and is closed at weekends, so plan accordingly. The restaurant manages its own bookings, so call or reserve via its website, particularly for weekday lunch. Valet parking is available.

The Place de la Chapelle is between the Sablon and the Marolles, about ten minutes' walk from the Grand-Place and close to Brussels-Chapel station. After a meal, walk up to the Sablon for chocolate, or head down the Rue Blaes to browse the antique shops and the Jeu de Balle flea market.

The restaurant makes a good choice for visitors who want to taste Brussels' own culinary identity rather than generic Belgian dishes aimed at tourists. If you are unsure, ask for the dishes of the day, which change with the seasons, and consider a Belgian beer with the meal, since several dishes are cooked with beer. Weekday timing makes it particularly handy for a long lunch during a sightseeing day in the upper town and the Marolles.