History of the Brasserie de Bruxelles 🍻

The origins of the Old Corn Exchange 🏛️

The Place de la Vieille Halle aux Blés takes its name from the large covered market that was located there from the 15th century . It was here that wheat, flour, and cereals were traded to feed the entire city. The market hall was one of the major economic centers of Brussels, and commercial activities punctuated the life of the neighborhood.

Over the centuries, the building also served other purposes: granary, warehouse, and then assembly hall. Although the original market hall has disappeared, the square still retains its historic flavor, surrounded by cobbled streets and old houses reminiscent of old Brussels.

A neighborhood rich in culture and anecdotes ✨

• In the 19th century, the Vieille Halle aux Blés became a major political center: it was here that the National Congress met in 1830, after the independence of Belgium.
• The square is world famous for having housed the house of René Magritte , master of surrealism, where the artist lived and worked between 1930 and 1954. This place is today the Magritte Museum , which attracts visitors from all over the world.
• A little curiosity: it is said that at the time when the grain trade was in full swing, the inhabitants of Brussels nicknamed the place “the belly of the city” , because it was here that food reserves were secured.

A stone's throw from the Grand-Place 🌍

Brasserie de Bruxelles boasts an exceptional location: it's less than a minute's walk to the Grand Place , a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This central location makes it an ideal starting point for exploring the riches of the historic center, from museums to shopping arcades.

Brussels culinary heritage 🍴

Founded by the former owners of the legendary Armes de Bruxelles , La Brasserie de Bruxelles perpetuates a culinary expertise closely linked to the history of the capital. Since its beginnings, the establishment has always aimed to introduce the great classics of Brussels and Belgian cuisine : mussels, Flemish carbonnade, vol-au-vent, craft beers... A friendly gastronomy that blends perfectly with the popular spirit of the neighborhood.

The Brasserie today

Recently taken over, the brasserie is entering a new era. It combines heritage and modernity: a welcoming terrace , an exceptional Belgian beer menu , and cuisine that revisits traditions with freshness. It's the perfect place to experience the soul of Brussels, between history, culture, and conviviality.

👉 La Brasserie de Bruxelles is much more than a restaurant: it is a living place , a witness to the history of the city, where you come to share a meal, a beer, and a piece of Brussels heritage.