Good news for those who love to enjoy a meal out: 14 new restaurants in Brussels have received the 'Brusselicious' quality label – bringing the total of establishments recognised for their authentic Belgian cuisine to nearly 50 in the Capital Region.
The demand for typically Belgian dishes is on the rise in the capital as many visitors – both local and international – are seeking an authentic Belgian culinary experience. By launching the 'Brusselicios' label last year, visit.brussels wants to meet this growing demand.
"Now the list has received its first update. 14 new restaurants have been added, all of which were visited by food journalists who are part of the independent 'Brusselicious' jury," the organisation announced in a press release.
Authenticity and Belgitude
Restaurants offering traditional Belgian dishes were evaluated based on exacting criteria: quality, authenticity, origin and freshness of ingredients, cooking techniques, the Belgian character of the establishment and the overall value for money.
"In total, 48 establishments across the Brussels-Capital Region are now proud holders of the label," they added. "Each of these establishments received a label featuring the Brusselicious logo, which can be displayed inside or outside the establishment."
The recognition also comes with increased visibility on brusselicious.brussels, and other communication channels. In addition to last year’s large selection, 14 new establishments have now earned the right to display the Brusselicious label.
Credit: Le petit bon bon
Among them are iconic restaurants from the city centre such as Taverne du Passage, Le Corbier, Brasserie Ommegang, and Belga Queen.
Other Brussels districts are also well represented: Les Potes en Toque in Ganshoren, Le Waterloo in Saint-Gilles, Les Brassins in Ixelles, Timber in Watermael-Boitsfort, and Au Repos de la Montagne in Uccle have all been added to the list.
The jury also honoured long-standing favourites like Au Stekerlapatte in the Marolles district and the Michelin-starred Pigeon Noir. Newcomers such as Brasserie Boemvol, Kartouche and Le petit bonbon were also recognised shortly after opening.
