This institution is bang in the heart of Brussels’ medieval Îlot Sacré district. The purebred brasserie décor, oozing Art nouveau character, and the cheerful table service in period costume are a hit every time. Tourists and locals alike flock here to sample pedigree Franco-Belgian fare. Free of fancy fripperies or gimmicks, you can expect big-boned victuals and lashings of generosity. Tomatoes stuffed with shrimp, slowly simmered carbonnade stew in a subtle beer sauce with piping hot crunchy fries, finishing with decadent crêpes flambéed at your table and vanilla ice cream. A compendium of nostalgic dishes steeped in the flavour of yesteryear Brussels.