A Neapolitan Italian restaurant tucked into a stunning Art Nouveau space on Avenue Louis Bertrand in Schaerbeek. The owner, originally from Napoli, serves classic Mediterranean cuisine with a personal touch — and the signature pecorino and truffle soufflé alone is worth the trip. It's the kind of place regulars keep coming back to, and once you've been, you'll understand why.
A Neapolitan gem in a breathtaking Art Nouveau room — go for the pecorino-truffle soufflé and stay for the owner's warmth.
Book ahead for weekend evenings — the dining room is small and fills up with regulars quickly.
Neapolitan soul in a stunning Art Nouveau setting
La Buca di Bacco is one of those Schaerbeek spots that locals quietly love and tourists haven't discovered yet. Set in a breathtaking Art Nouveau interior on Avenue Louis Bertrand, the dining room itself is half the experience — all curved lines, warm light, and old-world charm that makes you feel like you've stepped into a different era. The owner, who hails from Napoli, runs the room with genuine warmth and attentiveness that's increasingly rare in Brussels.
The menu is classic Neapolitan and Mediterranean — not enormous, but well-edited. Reviewers consistently praise the value for money given the quality, and the standout dish everyone talks about is the chef's signature soufflé: a kind of île flottante with melted pecorino and truffle. It's the kind of dish that sounds simple and lands beautifully. The wine list is solid, service is friendly and quick, and while it's not the cheapest Italian in town, you're paying for real quality in a room that actually has character.
It's ranked #3 on Tripadvisor among Schaerbeek restaurants for a reason — this is a place that earns its regulars. Go for a date night or a dinner with friends, order the soufflé, and let the owner guide you through the rest.