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Les Brassins
★ 4.0(1 review)Restaurant
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About the Vibe
Les Brassins is a genuine Brussels estaminet tucked away on the quiet Rue Keyenveld, where Jean Callens has preserved the authentic taverne spirit with enamel plaques and a rustic ceiling that screams zwanzeur. You'll find solid Belgian classics here—think chicken vol-au-vent with tender thigh meat and a cleverly restrained pastry, or the ham mousse with its two sauces that actually works. The beer list is where this place truly shines, offering craft options like XX-Bitter and Tanteke that far outshine the uninspired wine selection, making it a perfect spot for a proper Belgian beer experience.
Known For
- •authentic Brussels estaminet atmosphere
- •craft beer selection
- •chicken vol-au-vent
- •ham mousse with sauces
Best For
beer loverscasual dinnersauthentic Belgian experience
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 3, 2026
Authentic Brussels Estaminet with Great Beer
Les Brassins feels like stepping into a time capsule of old Brussels, with its enamel plaques and rustic taverne ceiling creating that authentic zwanzeur atmosphere you don't find everywhere anymore. The food hits the mark on traditional Belgian comfort—particularly the chicken vol-au-vent with its tender, slow-cooked thigh meat and pastry that doesn't overpower the filling. While the fries could use more crispness, the real star here is undoubtedly the beer list, which offers genuine craft options like XX-Bitter and Tanteke that show real care in selection. It's the kind of place where you'd happily spend an evening just sipping beers and people-watching, though I'd skip the wine list entirely and stick to what they do best.