From veggiesabroad.com
By Rebecca Gade-Sawicki
I enjoyed our adventure to Brussels way more than I thought that I would. So many people only think of Brussels as the home of the European Union, but there’s so much more!
Stepping into the city centre feels like a Royal affair with the imposing Grand Palace, the surrounding streets are filled with Art Nouveau buildings, and there are countless lively and charming neighbourhoods that you must explore.
Then there’s the vegan scene!
While Brussels isn’t considered one of the most vegan-friendly cities in the world, its still got a lot to offer! You’ll find plenty of vegan restaurants, bakeries, shops — and this guide will help you find it all and more!
Vegan Restaurants in Brussels
You’ll find everything you could want in Brussels from their famous waffles to fries (make sure you check out the two vegan-friendly spots) and everything in between!
Le Botaniste
Rue du Bailli 10, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium – 2 locations in Brussels
This beautiful vegan café and natural wine bar is perfect for enjoying something delicious and healthy. Their menu features a unique selection of globally-inspired bowls and dishes from red beet caviar to a Tibetan Mama bowl (coconut peanut butter curry with steamed greens, kimchi, and rice) — I promise, nothing on this menu is boring!
The Judgy Vegan
Rue des Capucins 55, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
With a name like that, how could you not want to check it out!? Their comfort food-focused menu features a nonstop lineup of creative eats — vegan lobster on a toasted hoagie, croquettes de fromage (cheese sticks), seitan bourguignon, and so much more.
VeganWaf
Galerie Agora 48, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
You can’t go to Belgium without trying their world-famous waffle—right!? Luckily for you and me, vegan waffles in Brussels exist! Head here to enjoy a variety of decadent vegan waffles, along with gluten-free waffle options — hooray!
Lucifer Lives
Rue Haute 120, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
This unique vegan cafe was named one of Brussels’s best vegan lunch spots! The eclectic menu features beautiful house-made sandwiches, giant quiches, curries, and mouth-watering baked goods! You really can’t leave without a slice of cake or a flaky croissant.
Humus x Hortense
Rue de Vergnies 2, 1050 Brussels, Belgium
If you’re looking for something special, head here for a world-class vegan fine dining experience (their cuisine has won multiple awards). The veggie-forward menu is available for lunch or dinner tasting with various courses and optional wine pairing. It is seasonal and consistently changing by what is harvested at the farm Le Monde des Mille Couleurs.
Liu Lin
Rue Haute 20, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
This Taiwanese vegan street food bar was started by two sisters who wanted to celebrate their passion for food and the plant-based lifestyle. The menu features a fantastic selection of traditional veganized dishes, from faux prawn tempura to a Chinese herbal soup served with rice noodles, dumplings, and more.
Les 4 Jeudis
Rue du Marteau 36/A, 1210 Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, Belgium
If you’re vegan and gluten-free, you’ve got to come here! Their globally-inspired, plant-forward menu focuses on making veggies shine!
Lil Bao
Rue des Alexiens 71, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
This bright yellow Taiwanese-inspired street food spot is a can’t miss in more ways than one! Their menu features a slew of veganized Bao Buns filled with braised eggplant, veggie fish, pulled jackfruit, and more.
Kitsune Burgers
Pt Rue des Bouchers 25, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
In the mood for super delicious, vegan junk food? Come here! This vegan fast-food spot took a little American and Asian inspiration and melded it together to create a fantastic menu. You’ll find everything from a traditional burger with cheddar to a Korean fried mushroom burger with kimchi slaw!
verdō
Chau. de Vleurgat 146, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
This hip, green spot (literally the front is covered in gorgeous green tile) is the perfect place to go to enjoy a glass of wine over a creative, veggie-focused meal. No matter if you pop in for lunch or dinner, you’ll find a wonderful line-up of creative dishes — crispy sweet potatoes with tangy kohlrabi, cannelloni of gratinated asparagus in a béchamel sauce, and more.
Vegan Breakfast & Brunch Spots in Brussels
Start your day off with an order of golden pancakes, berry-filled bowls, and more at these awesome vegan restaurants!
Tich
Rue de Namur 25, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
This sweet little vegetarian café features an all-day breakfast menu with golden maple pancakes, berry-filled acai bowls, loaded avocado toast, and more.
l’Alchimiste
Rue de Savoie 59, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
If you’re a fan of coffee and breakfast, you’ll love this vegan café! Start with a dirty chai or flat white, then dive into the massive line-up of breakfast favourites! Their breakfast line-up has a little bit of everything — fluffy buckwheat pancakes, quinoa Bircher, scrambled tofu, toast, and more.
The Sister Brussels Café
Rue Chair et Pain 3, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
Every day until 1 pm, you can enjoy fried “vegg” toast, sweet golden waffles, power bowls, and more! On top of an epic vegan breakfast line-up, this vegetarian restaurant also serves sandwiches, Buddha bowls, falafel, and more all day long.
Les 4 Jeudis
Rue du Marteau 36/A, 1210 Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, Belgium
On Saturday, this vegan and gluten-free restaurant offers multiple brunch specials featuring house-made waffles, granola, and baked goods.
The Judgy Vegan
Rue des Capucins 55, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
This popular vegan spot adds to its comfort food line-up on Saturday and Sunday with breakfast favourites like veggie omelettes, French toast, and more.
Vegan Bakeries, Chocolate, Ice Cream & Doughnuts in Brussels
If you’re craving something sweet, have no fear, there is a vegan option in Brussels!
Lucifer Lives
Rue Haute 120, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
This scary movie-themed vegan café has an incredible line-up of decadent and moist cakes, cinnamon rolls, croissants, and more to delight your taste buds.
Buddy Buddy
Rue des Drapiers 10, 1050 Brussels, Belgium
This modern vegan cafe is focused on all things nuts — it’s actually Europe’s first nut butter café and atelier (sounds fancy, doesn’t it?). Buddy Buddy created a line of nut butters and then incorporated the butters in a variety of drinks, treats, and pastries available in the café. Don’t skip their almond butter chai!
Coco Donuts
Rue Joseph Stevens 30, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
They say, “a donut a day keeps the doctor away!” When you’re in Brussels, you need to heed that warning! This beautiful vegan-friendly donut shop always has a line-up of traditional and creative options from cinnamon and sugar to chocolate bombs (brioche donuts filled with chocolate).
Laurent Gerbaud Chocolatier
Rue Ravenstein 2D, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
Look no further for delicious vegan chocolate. This vegan-friendly chocolate shop has terrific options, including ice cream, that you won’t want to miss!
Succulente
Rue Dr Huet 108, 1070 Anderlecht, Belgium
If you fancy a drive outside the city centre (about 20 minutes), then there is no better place to go than this lovely vegan patisserie! Their line-up includes perfectly golden and flaky pastries, tarts, cakes, and much more.
Where to Find Vegan Fries in Brussels
Did you know that most of Brussels’ popular pommes frites (French fries) aren’t vegan? Many are fried in animal fat! To avoid that, check out these two vegan-friendly spots!
Patatak
Two locations in Brussels
This vegan-friendly shop has two options for its pommes frites — one fried in vegetable oil (vegan) and the other in beef fat (super gross, I know). The menu is well-marked for vegan-friendly options.
Frites Atelier
Rue Sainte-Catherine 32, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
Come here if you’re interested in just plain ole crispy fries with ketchup! This artisanal fry shop and restaurant only use vegetable oil for frying. There are multiple variations of pommes frites, but the only vegan option is to eat them plain.
Vegan Hotel Near Brussels
In addition to exploring Brussels, you should consider hopping on the train and visiting Bruges. The city is gorgeous but one of its most important selling points is this fantastic vegan hotel!
Vegan B & B AM/PM
Singel 10, 8000 Brugge, Belgium
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