Poule & Poulette is a Belgian rotisserie chicken chain that's carved out a loyal following on Place Jourdan, just steps from the European Quarter. The Etterbeek outpost sits in a handsome corner building and serves up honest, generous chicken dishes — from rotisserie chicken and frites to vol-au-vent and chicken salads — in a playful, funky interior with patented perch-like seating boxes. The lunch menu is famously affordable, and the staff are known for being genuinely warm.
Belgian rotisserie chicken done right — generous portions, funky perch seating, and a lunch menu that won't break the bank on Place Jourdan.
Go for the menu du midi on weekdays — it's the best value, but the place fills up fast with the European Quarter lunch crowd so arrive before 12:15.
Rotisserie chicken done right in a funky setting on Place Jourdan
Poule & Poulette on Place Jourdan is the kind of place you go to when you want comfort food done well without any fuss. The star of the show is their rotisserie chicken — crispy skin, juicy meat, served with generous portions of frites and a side of compote (mashed potatoes) that reviewers consistently praise. The vol-au-vent is another standout, and they even do a vegan version (the "Vol-au-Vegan") if someone in your group isn't into chicken.
The interior is what sets this place apart from your average chicken joint. Think funky, playful decor with patented perch-like seating boxes that make you feel like you're roosting — it's quirky but it works, and kids love it. The staff are genuinely friendly, which goes a long way. Service scores a 9.1 on TheFork, and it shows in the way reviewers describe their experience.
The menu du midi is the move if you're watching your budget — it's affordable, generous, and hits the spot. The place gets busy with the European Quarter lunch crowd, so arrive early or be prepared to wait. It's not fine dining, and it doesn't pretend to be. It's honest, fun, and the chicken is genuinely good — perfect for a casual lunch with colleagues or a relaxed family dinner.