Eating Cheap in Brussels: 10 Addresses Under €15
Eating Well Without Breaking the Bank in Brussels
Brussels is often perceived as expensive to eat. It's true if you stay in the Grand-Place tourist trap. But as soon as you go two streets away, good deals appear.
Our Selection: 10 Addresses Under €15
1. Croix100 — from €9
A filled gourmet croissant is a complete meal between €9 and €16.50. The Croque Monsieur at €9 or the Chèvre Miel at €12 are unbeatable options downtown for this level of artisanal quality.
Range: €9-16.50
2. Pistolet Original — from €6
The traditional Brussels sandwich revisited. Fresh, quality fillings in a crispy round roll. The best value-for-money downtown.
Range: €6-10
3. Fritland — from €4
True Belgian fries in a cone. Add a sauce and you have a snack for €4-5. For a more complete meal, the mitraillettes (fries + sauce baguette) are €7-9.
Range: €4-9
4. Pita Street — from €7
The best falafels and pittas downtown. Generous, fresh and cheap. Perfect for a quick lunch.
Range: €7-11
5. Maru — from €10
Quick Korean cuisine with generous portions. The €10 bibimbap is unbeatable for a warm, balanced meal.
Range: €10-14
6. Knees to Chin — from €10
Giant spring rolls with creative fillings. It's light, fresh and healthy. The lunch formula is an excellent deal.
Range: €10-14
7. EXKi — from €8
Belgium's healthy fast-food chain. Soups, salads and hot dishes prepared fresh daily. Reliable and accessible.
Range: €8-14
8. Norma — from €12
Fresh pasta made to order. The €12-13 pasta dish is filling and quality. Hard to do better for value on fresh pasta.
Range: €12-15
9. Le Phare des Frites — from €5
The gourmet fries food truck that has a permanent location. Sweet potato fries, béarnaise sauce homemade — it's the upgrade from the classic fry stand.
Range: €5-10
10. Tich — from €12
Authentic Vietnamese cuisine in Saint-Gilles. The €12 phở is a complete, warm, comforting meal.
Range: €12-15
Tips for Eating Cheap in Brussels
Avoid Grand-Place: Restaurants around Grand-Place are the most expensive and often the worst. Walk 5 minutes and prices drop.
Prioritize Lunch: Many restaurants offer better lunch formulas.
Explore Neighborhoods: Saint-Gilles, Matonge, Sainte-Catherine — best deals are in residential neighborhoods.
Company Delivery: If you're at the office, Croix100 formulas from €9/person delivered are unbeatable for quality meals.
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