L’Atomium
L’Atomium est un bâtiment emblématique de Bruxelles, qui fut construit en 1958 pour l’Exposition universelle de Bruxelles (Expo 58).
Haut de 102 mètres, il comporte neuf sphères revêtues d’acier inoxydable reliées entre elles pour former la représentation de la maille conventionnelle du cristal de fer grossie 165 milliards de fois. Les tubes ont un diamètre de 3 mètres et relient les sphères sur les 12 arêtes du cube ainsi que les 8 diagonales vers le centre. Ils contiennent des escaliers, des escalators et un ascenseur (dans le tube vertical central) qui permettent d’accéder aux cinq sphères habitables. Celles-ci contiennent des espaces d’exposition ainsi que d’autres lieux publics. La sphère du haut héberge un restaurant d’où l’on a une vue panoramique sur Bruxelles.
Chez Léon ne pouvait manquer l’occasion d’exposer l’une des œuvres les plus sympathiques de la bande dessinée : la reproduction d’une planche de l’album 0 où Gaston copie son visage sur chaque boule de l’Atomium en disant « Je n’aurais pas dû accepter ce boulot … Non, je n’aurais pas dû ».
Petruk Bali
18:39 30 Jul 25
Komen daar elk jaar om gegratineerde mosselen te eten.nu al voor de 5e keer.erg lekker goede service.tot volgend jaar.
Queenie Lin
17:46 30 Jul 25
Great service
Katherine Diaz
12:37 30 Jul 25
La comida es increíble! Los mejillones al plato, exquisitos. Cene dos veces en el lugar, la atención es muy buena, merecía la repetición.
Toke Bengtsson
11:52 30 Jul 25
Kartal 1903
20:33 29 Jul 25
Tek kelime ile bayıldım. Çalışanlar çok güler yüzlü. Yemekler çok güzeldi.
박해민
17:26 29 Jul 25
와 진짜 맛있어요... 치즈 올라간 홍합 미텼습니다
juan antonio gonzalez sanchez
13:55 29 Jul 25
Héloïse p.m
13:51 29 Jul 25
Alp Aydın
13:09 29 Jul 25
Dükkanın tasarımından, menüsüne kadar geleneksel bir restorant. Lezzetler inanılmaz değil ama gerçekten keyifli bir akşam yemeğiydi.
김주일
12:31 29 Jul 25
부모님 모시고 갔는데,치즈 올린 홍합, 홍합탕, 파스타, 토마토 에피탕
김예은
19:59 28 Jul 25
음식은 맛있으나 직원분들이 너무 바빠보였어요
Sébastien Vervandier
17:31 28 Jul 25
Rien à dire côté service au top, et les moules étaient servies très fraîches et très bien préparées, on s’est franchement régalésJe dirais par contre que la carte manque d’originalité mais surtout que les prix sont exorbitants, 32€ pour une cocotte de moules, si bonnes soient elles, je trouve ça cher. Ça n’enlève rien au fait qu’on a passé une super soirée avec un très bon service.
Elena Marchi
11:34 28 Jul 25
Ristorante perfetto per mangiare le cozze senza spendere un capitale! L'atmosfera famigliare è bellissima ed il personale molto cordiale.Noi abbiamo provato la casseruola di cozze con patatine ed un insalata con le cozze fritte: tutto delizioso!
Mark North
11:03 28 Jul 25
Mussels were ok but not the best I've had. Service was very strange. Nice atmosphere.
BomKung Kriangkrai
10:50 28 Jul 25
fresh mussle
junko
03:46 28 Jul 25
とっても美味しいムール貝のグラタン、パスタ。お客さんでいっぱい。店員さんも陽気で楽しい😃
Johana Gil Ruiz
20:32 27 Jul 25
ANOUAR fue encantador nos atendió muy bien y la comida riquísima, pedimos unos mejillones gratinados que estaban muy buenos
ريان سعد
17:25 27 Jul 25
من الذ مطاعم بروكسل جداا لذيذ جدا
Isabella Trincone
11:07 27 Jul 25
ambiente tradizionale, servizio nella norma e prodotti di buona qualità. Di certo da provare ma nulla per cui tornerei
Érica Franco
20:45 26 Jul 25
Joy Garnet
19:34 26 Jul 25
음식은 파스타 빼고 다 맛있었어요. 홍합그라탕 넘 맛있어서 또 시켜먹었어요. 전에는 키즈메뉴 무료라 좋았는데 거의 10유로를 받아서 아쉽네요. 그리고 주문하고 결제하는데 정말 오래 걸려서 그게 좀 힘들었어요.
畑山遥
12:25 26 Jul 25
Johanna Artes Reig
18:21 25 Jul 25
Une très belle découverte ! Le restaurant chez Léon est une vraie pépite. L’ambiance est chaleureuse, le personnel très accueillant, et les plats sont savoureux du début à la fin. On sent que tout est fait maison avec passion. J’ai particulièrement apprécié le serveur qui s’oucoupe bien de vous (yamal). Je recommande les yeux fermés, et je reviendrai avec grand plaisir !
Robert Minichino
15:47 25 Jul 25
Beatriz Tames
09:47 25 Jul 25
Un restaurante turístico en el centro de Bruselas. Comimos muy bien unas ostras, muy buenas y croquetas de aperitivo. De platos fuertes el filete a la pimienta que estaba bien, un lenguado meniure y dorado a la parrilla. El mesero muy amable. El único punto negativo es que cerca de nuestra mesa estaba el cajón de los cubiertos y cada que guardaban o sacaban algo lo hacían con mucho ruido.
JAL
21:13 24 Jul 25
Restaurante para turistas con menú aceptable, sin grandes cantidades ni delicatessen. Ciertamente el precio es razonable, pero no es un cinco estrellas. Local bonito. Servicio normal. Buen restaurante turístico sin más.
Dan Anastasiu
17:17 24 Jul 25
王行瀚
13:36 24 Jul 25
Binh Diep
11:50 24 Jul 25
The waiter was very friendly, attentive, and funny making our dinner more fun and enjoyable.I recommend the steamed mussels here.
Stijn Baert
22:55 23 Jul 25
Ik kwam hier vast al 20 keer, bij Léon, in de Beenhouwersstraat. Ofwel: in hartje Brussel, dat voor mij altijd als op reis zijn aanvoelt. Frequent nuttig ik hier met vrienden op zaterdag in de late middag twee garnaalkroketjes en een rum-cola zero – en frequenter nog omgekeerde aantallen. Om vervolgens later op de dag elders voor echt te gaan eten. Een steak-friet daarentegen at ik bij Léon dus nog nooit. Toen echter bleek dat men hier onder de 20 euro zat voor het gerecht der gerechten, maakte mijn hart een sprong. En alvorens het terug geland was op mijn diafragma, zat ik al op de trein richting Brussel Centraal.Chez Léon is één van de weinige zaken in deze buurt, samen met Aux Armes de Bruxelles, die zich niet (louter) op toeristen richten, maar ook veel vaste klandizie kennen. En bij Léon kan er wat klandizie binnen. Altijd veel volk en toch altijd veel plaats! En alle dagen open, nooit gesloten! De zaak ademt traditie. Met zwierige obers in klassieke pakken – wij proberen altijd te manoeuvreren tot we door de grootste bon vivant onder hen bediend worden. En met gouden plaatjes tegen de muur die herinneren aan roemrijke bezoekers. Zoals Koning Filip!Enfin, in die steak-friet van 19,75 euro zit dus heel veel ambiance inbegrepen. Verder is de steak gewoon goed. Met aan de pluszijde een goede grillsmaak. En aan de minzijde een bite die qua droogte weliswaar niet doet denken aan de Atacama-woestijn maar in Wādī Ḥalfā, de op enkel na droogste plek ter wereld, toch redelijk goed zou blenden. Ook qua groenten is het gerecht wel erg basis. De frieten daarentegen die zijn elke calorie waard. Godgans goed! Bij de beste dikke frieten in ons land. Logisch, want de hoofdzaak hier. Lekkere mayonaise is evident inbegrepen.“Als je Brussel wilt zien leven, hoef je niet veel geld uit te geven.” Zo bezong Johan Verminnen in 1989 de Beenhouwersstraat in Brussel. In deze zaak klopt dat nog altijd. Met grote complimenten voor de frieten.Check tientallen andere steak-friet-recensies op mijn Instagram-pagina @stijn_j_baert. 🥩🍟
Nicholas Colony
18:45 23 Jul 25
Food was okay but service was slow and neglectful.
Katherine Fan
12:42 23 Jul 25
The restaurant is huge with lots of seating. Everything we got was pretty tasty! Great for families.
absg641
11:20 23 Jul 25
Service au top, qualité et authenticité, cela reste un restaurant touristique mais qui vaut la peine.
asli kader
18:25 22 Jul 25
Everything was perfect 🥰
Jelo “Eat all day” Potter
14:29 22 Jul 25
Nothing better than having a good food while you are on n the way to see things in Brussels. Very nice service with the guy named Pual 2fl. He was nice and had a good service for us. Recommended
Derrick Seeto
14:08 22 Jul 25
Very good value for money place to have muscles. It is also very nice at atmosphere nicely decorated, and the surface stuff are very professional as well.
Linh Chi
11:32 22 Jul 25
Good food, fresh seafood and friendly , nice location
SILVIA ARDEVOL
11:02 22 Jul 25
Un lugar de 10, el servicio muy atento, te sirven rápido y muy agradables. El sitio es emblemático, tiene historia. Sin duda lo recomiendo a todo el mundo!
Veerle Cooremans
02:58 22 Jul 25
Altijd een leuke sfeer hier, voor mij een van de beste restaurants in deze toeristische buurt. Vriendelijk, goede service en lekker! Ik kom hier al jaren, nu tijd voor een review.
Jonas Schaffer
16:51 21 Jul 25
Great location
León Octavio Torres
16:01 21 Jul 25
Comida bien preparada, variedad de platillos, los mejillones y las albóndigas de lo mejor, muy recomendable
luis lacasa
21:31 20 Jul 25
Ge Lo
19:31 20 Jul 25
Not at the quality I would expect for the price.
Ines. B.
18:31 20 Jul 25
J ai voulu tester les fameuses moules frites de chez Léon et je n ai vraiment pas été déçue les moules marinières sont top nous nous sommes régalés, le prix de la formule reste abordable, Dommage que ce ne soit pas à volonté, petit bémol pour l ambiance trop bruyante. Service rapide et efficace.
Sopida Cherry
16:14 20 Jul 25
Mussels were good and kids love fries. Fish was fantastic. Bolognese Pasta was not what we have expected though.
Ken MIntarkhin
16:13 20 Jul 25
Mitko Radoev
13:02 20 Jul 25
The restaurant is just perfect. Delicious food, friendly stuff, and a magnificent atmosphere remember the good old days. I really don't understand why some people rated this restaurant so low.
Santosh Dönmez
20:07 19 Jul 25
Service super, Location ebenso schön, wenn man draußen kein Problem mit vielen Menschen hat, die an einem vorbeilaufen. Leider waren die Muscheln nicht ganz so lecker, wie man auf den ersten Blick hätte meinen können, was jedoch nichts über die anderen Gerichte auf der Karte aussagt.Adresse: Rue des Bouchers 18, 1000 Brüssel – nur wenige Schritte vom historischen Grand‑Place entferntFamilienbetrieb seit 1893, gestartet mit gerade mal fünf Tischen, heute auf neun Gebäude erweitert und serviert täglich über 1.000 GästeNostalgisch eingerichtetes Interieur mit Holzbalken, Familienfotos, Original-Menus an den Wänden somit gemütlich und authentisch
O Eugene
19:32 19 Jul 25
ビブグルマンにも選ばれたそうで、コスパも高くサービスもとても良かったです。
宜蓉ZoeWu
15:03 19 Jul 25
沒有到很貴，有不同料理方式的淡菜。可以滿足不同口味還附上滿滿薯條，可以讓人吃個粗飽。不過歐洲菜就是那樣。建議點個最基本款嚐鮮即可The prices are quite reasonable, and the mussels come in a variety of cooking styles to suit different tastes. They also come with a generous portion of fries,perfect for a filling meal.That said, European cuisine tends to be on that way, so if it’s your first time, I’d recommend starting with the classic version to get a feel for the flavor.
Princess Clark
16:21 18 Jul 25
La nostra esperienza da Chez Léon, famoso per le moules-frites e l’atmosfera belga verace, è stata in generale positiva: il cibo era buono, il personale gentile e l’ambiente vivace, anche se un po’ turistico (ma ci sta, è un’istituzione a Bruxelles!).Tuttavia, i tempi di attesa sono stati piuttosto lunghi. Quello che ci è piaciuto meno è che ci hanno chiesto di lasciare il passeggino all’ingresso, il che sarebbe anche comprensibile per motivi di spazio… peccato che il nostro bimbo di 5 mesi stava dormendo, e ho dovuto tenerlo in braccio per tutto il pranzo, anche durante l’attesa delle pietanze, che è stata davvero lunga. 😮💨Insomma: mangiare bene sì, ma se andate con un neonato o bambini piccoli, magari valutate se è il posto più comodo.Perfetto per gli amanti della cucina tipica belga… ma meglio andarci con le braccia libere!
林信宇
12:06 18 Jul 25
今天吃了淡菜和義大利麵海鮮鍋讚原味也讚有人還喝湯鮮味濃味道讚哈哈哈好飽(*˘︶˘*).。.:*♡
邱馨儀
12:13 17 Jul 25
非常好吃，以及很親切的服務👍👍
Diego Rivera
19:17 16 Jul 25
El mejor lugar del mundo!
Gvavalin Mahakunkitchareon
17:41 16 Jul 25
• Mussels are fresh and delicious, especially with the marinières sauce.• Good service and nice atmosphere.• I personally don’t recommend the pasta. The pasta was overcooked, and did not go well with the sauce.
barbara pagliano
15:51 16 Jul 25
Bonne nourriture, endroit très spacieux et agréable, mais certains serveurs ne sont pas très sympathiques et ont une attitude moqueuse envers les touristes.
aghilas azzoug
07:41 16 Jul 25
Très bon restaurant, connaissant déjà certaines franchises en France, mais là c'est le meilleur, moules excellentes et fraîches, et le steak de dinde est juste parfait.Frites, j'apprécie moins par contre.Bravo pour la décoration, je recommande la soupe a l'oignon.
Adrien Amarel
14:06 15 Jul 25
Burak
08:32 15 Jul 25
Çok keyifli bir ortam, ben erken bir saatte gittiğim için sıra beklemeden gittim. Midye severler için farklı bir deneyim. Burası tam yeri. Yolunuz düşerse mutlaka deneyin.
Ameur Drira
22:29 14 Jul 25
Une très bonne adresse à Bruxelles pour les amateurs de fruits de mer ! Les moules étaient délicieuses, bien préparées et savoureuses. L’ambiance est agréable et le service correct.
Ren Li
18:08 14 Jul 25
Fair waitress, we didn’t know the set we ordered includes a beer so we ordered another one, saying that we will share a beer. And the waiter only gave us one beer which is what we originally wanted and charged us the price difference between the included one and the one we ordered.
Maxime
17:47 14 Jul 25
Je me suis régaler du début à la fin que ce sois les moules marinières, les croquettes de crevettes grise ou la gaufre LéonSuper cadreService de qualité par JimmyUne très bonne adresse bruxelloise
Cloe Minguez
20:06 13 Jul 25
Sin duda repetiría. Restaurante idóneo y de confianza para comer un plato típico de bruselas como el stoemp. (Como otros tantos que tienen en la carta.) Considerable ración por un precio acorde. Servicio y ambiente muy buenos. ¡Recomendado!
林威宏
16:26 13 Jul 25
Emirhan Pala
14:43 13 Jul 25
Avip F
11:05 13 Jul 25
Carl Thomas
22:12 12 Jul 25
We visited for dinner on 1 June based purely on Google and TripAdvisor reviewsThe restaurant is huge with many seating areas. We were seated quite close to the kitchen and server station which was quite noisy.My wife and I had mussels dishes and my daughter had the seafood pasta. The food was really good and well prepared.The staff was friendly and service was efficient.
Moon Rabbit
14:04 12 Jul 25
If you’re traveling to Brussels, highly recommend this century old Belgian restaurant, Chez Léon, to experience the classic combo of traditional Belgian mussels with fries and local beer.Conveniently located just steps from the Grand Place. The interior is spacious with vibrant décor and a bustling atmosphere. The service is attentive and friendly. The place is very popular and often packed, so it’s best to make a reservation in advance.[Moules au Vin Blanc] – Mussels in White WineThe mussels are plump and fresh, cooked in a creamy sauce with onions, celery, and a hint of white wine. Flavorful, aromatic, and incredibly satisfying.They also offer great value set menus:Formule Léon – 500g of mussels, fries, and a glass of beer. A fantastic deal![Daurade Royale] – Grilled Sea BreamTasty, though a bit on the pricey side, honestly, you might skip it and order another pot of mussels instead.[Carbonnades à la Flamande] – Flemish Beer Braised BeefRich in flavor, with tender beef and a subtle beer aroma. Generous portion, great for sharing, a solid choice if you’re craving meat.With so many local Belgian beers to choose from, we asked the staff for recommendations , and to our surprise, they offered us free tasting samples! A nice touch.Chez Léon offers the full Belgian food experience, classic dishes, generous portions, and warm service in a lively, traditional setting. Definitely worth a stop when in Brussels!Recommended Dishes：👍🏻 Moules au vin blanc👍🏻 Fornule Léon👍🏻 Carbonnades à la Flamande👍🏻 Biere Léon🆗 Daurade Royale🆗 Lasagne🆗 Spaghetti Bolognese🆗 Brugs
สุทธิดา อุดมฉวี
14:50 11 Jul 25
พนักงานน่ารักมาก อาหารอร่อยและได้เยอมากค่ะ ประทับใจในการบริการของพนักงานผู้หญิงมาก
Valdemar
15:38 10 Jul 25
Nice mussels! Waiting time was long though. I like the team. Recommend to visit.
Jack T
22:41 09 Jul 25
Decided to stop by to try one of Belgium’s national dishes, mussels. Walked in with no reservation. This restaurant is huge, so if there is a line, it will be quick. The mussels were fresh and fries were crispy. Staff were friendly and attentive.
Hannah Semmes
19:59 09 Jul 25
치와와달마시안
16:18 09 Jul 25
음식은 그닥나쁘지않았다 한국이랑 홍합탕이 다르다는데.... 안먹어본건지... 홍합탕에 파 들어가고 양념이 조금더되었다 굳이 이것보단 .... 스파게티 먹어라
laura sienaert
12:41 09 Jul 25
D. D.
10:37 09 Jul 25
The vibrant atmosphere of this restaurant makes reminds me of the city vibe. The hustle and bustle of the waiters, the good mood, the clatter of cutlery all have their charm. If you want a quiet place to eat, this is not the place. But if you are looking for a place with tasty and fresh traditional food, this is the place. Complet Leon, Demi poulet salad and lapin a la kriek were our choices. We were lucky to find a free table for dinner without a reservation, but I wouldn't try my luck a second time.
Oleg Kleshchev
17:50 08 Jul 25
Невероятно вкусные мидии и салат с мидиями!
Hiram Felix
12:15 08 Jul 25
Delicioso y excelente atención.
Hilmi Kartasasmita
16:04 07 Jul 25
sherly L
12:35 07 Jul 25
Mohammad
13:15 06 Jul 25
My wife and I recently visited Chez Léon in Brussels and had a pleasant experience. The restaurant has a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere, which made it a nice place to enjoy our meal. The food was well-prepared and tasted fresh. Everything we ordered was served at the right temperature and nicely presented.What stood out the most was the service. The staff were polite, helpful, and attentive without being intrusive. They took the time to explain the menu when we had questions and made sure we had everything we needed during the meal. It felt like they genuinely cared about offering good service.The location is very central and easy to reach, which is convenient if you're exploring the city. Although the restaurant was busy, the service remained quick and friendly, and we didn’t feel rushed at any point.Overall, we had a good dining experience. The mix of tasty food, a welcoming environment, and friendly service made it a place we’d gladly return to. If you’re in Brussels and looking for a well-run restaurant with solid service and a comfortable setting, Chez Léon is a good choice.
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19:48 04 Jul 25
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Petruk Bali
18:39 30 Jul 25
Komen daar elk jaar om gegratineerde mosselen te eten.nu al voor de 5e keer.erg lekker goede service.tot volgend jaar.
Queenie Lin
17:46 30 Jul 25
Great service
Katherine Diaz
12:37 30 Jul 25
La comida es increíble! Los mejillones al plato, exquisitos. Cene dos veces en el lugar, la atención es muy buena, merecía la repetición.
Kartal 1903
20:33 29 Jul 25
Tek kelime ile bayıldım. Çalışanlar çok güler yüzlü. Yemekler çok güzeldi.
박해민
17:26 29 Jul 25
와 진짜 맛있어요... 치즈 올라간 홍합 미텼습니다
Alp Aydın
13:09 29 Jul 25
Dükkanın tasarımından, menüsüne kadar geleneksel bir restorant. Lezzetler inanılmaz değil ama gerçekten keyifli bir akşam yemeğiydi.
김주일
12:31 29 Jul 25
부모님 모시고 갔는데,치즈 올린 홍합, 홍합탕, 파스타, 토마토 에피탕
김예은
19:59 28 Jul 25
음식은 맛있으나 직원분들이 너무 바빠보였어요
Sébastien Vervandier
17:31 28 Jul 25
Rien à dire côté service au top, et les moules étaient servies très fraîches et très bien préparées, on s’est franchement régalésJe dirais par contre que la carte manque d’originalité mais surtout que les prix sont exorbitants, 32€ pour une cocotte de moules, si bonnes soient elles, je trouve ça cher. Ça n’enlève rien au fait qu’on a passé une super soirée avec un très bon service.
Elena Marchi
11:34 28 Jul 25
Ristorante perfetto per mangiare le cozze senza spendere un capitale! L'atmosfera famigliare è bellissima ed il personale molto cordiale.Noi abbiamo provato la casseruola di cozze con patatine ed un insalata con le cozze fritte: tutto delizioso!
Mark North
11:03 28 Jul 25
Mussels were ok but not the best I've had. Service was very strange. Nice atmosphere.
BomKung Kriangkrai
10:50 28 Jul 25
fresh mussle
junko
03:46 28 Jul 25
とっても美味しいムール貝のグラタン、パスタ。お客さんでいっぱい。店員さんも陽気で楽しい😃
Johana Gil Ruiz
20:32 27 Jul 25
ANOUAR fue encantador nos atendió muy bien y la comida riquísima, pedimos unos mejillones gratinados que estaban muy buenos
ريان سعد
17:25 27 Jul 25
من الذ مطاعم بروكسل جداا لذيذ جدا
Isabella Trincone
11:07 27 Jul 25
ambiente tradizionale, servizio nella norma e prodotti di buona qualità. Di certo da provare ma nulla per cui tornerei
Joy Garnet
19:34 26 Jul 25
음식은 파스타 빼고 다 맛있었어요. 홍합그라탕 넘 맛있어서 또 시켜먹었어요. 전에는 키즈메뉴 무료라 좋았는데 거의 10유로를 받아서 아쉽네요. 그리고 주문하고 결제하는데 정말 오래 걸려서 그게 좀 힘들었어요.
Johanna Artes Reig
18:21 25 Jul 25
Une très belle découverte ! Le restaurant chez Léon est une vraie pépite. L’ambiance est chaleureuse, le personnel très accueillant, et les plats sont savoureux du début à la fin. On sent que tout est fait maison avec passion. J’ai particulièrement apprécié le serveur qui s’oucoupe bien de vous (yamal). Je recommande les yeux fermés, et je reviendrai avec grand plaisir !
Beatriz Tames
09:47 25 Jul 25
Un restaurante turístico en el centro de Bruselas. Comimos muy bien unas ostras, muy buenas y croquetas de aperitivo. De platos fuertes el filete a la pimienta que estaba bien, un lenguado meniure y dorado a la parrilla. El mesero muy amable. El único punto negativo es que cerca de nuestra mesa estaba el cajón de los cubiertos y cada que guardaban o sacaban algo lo hacían con mucho ruido.
JAL
21:13 24 Jul 25
Restaurante para turistas con menú aceptable, sin grandes cantidades ni delicatessen. Ciertamente el precio es razonable, pero no es un cinco estrellas. Local bonito. Servicio normal. Buen restaurante turístico sin más.
Binh Diep
11:50 24 Jul 25
The waiter was very friendly, attentive, and funny making our dinner more fun and enjoyable.I recommend the steamed mussels here.
Stijn Baert
22:55 23 Jul 25
Ik kwam hier vast al 20 keer, bij Léon, in de Beenhouwersstraat. Ofwel: in hartje Brussel, dat voor mij altijd als op reis zijn aanvoelt. Frequent nuttig ik hier met vrienden op zaterdag in de late middag twee garnaalkroketjes en een rum-cola zero – en frequenter nog omgekeerde aantallen. Om vervolgens later op de dag elders voor echt te gaan eten. Een steak-friet daarentegen at ik bij Léon dus nog nooit. Toen echter bleek dat men hier onder de 20 euro zat voor het gerecht der gerechten, maakte mijn hart een sprong. En alvorens het terug geland was op mijn diafragma, zat ik al op de trein richting Brussel Centraal.Chez Léon is één van de weinige zaken in deze buurt, samen met Aux Armes de Bruxelles, die zich niet (louter) op toeristen richten, maar ook veel vaste klandizie kennen. En bij Léon kan er wat klandizie binnen. Altijd veel volk en toch altijd veel plaats! En alle dagen open, nooit gesloten! De zaak ademt traditie. Met zwierige obers in klassieke pakken – wij proberen altijd te manoeuvreren tot we door de grootste bon vivant onder hen bediend worden. En met gouden plaatjes tegen de muur die herinneren aan roemrijke bezoekers. Zoals Koning Filip!Enfin, in die steak-friet van 19,75 euro zit dus heel veel ambiance inbegrepen. Verder is de steak gewoon goed. Met aan de pluszijde een goede grillsmaak. En aan de minzijde een bite die qua droogte weliswaar niet doet denken aan de Atacama-woestijn maar in Wādī Ḥalfā, de op enkel na droogste plek ter wereld, toch redelijk goed zou blenden. Ook qua groenten is het gerecht wel erg basis. De frieten daarentegen die zijn elke calorie waard. Godgans goed! Bij de beste dikke frieten in ons land. Logisch, want de hoofdzaak hier. Lekkere mayonaise is evident inbegrepen.“Als je Brussel wilt zien leven, hoef je niet veel geld uit te geven.” Zo bezong Johan Verminnen in 1989 de Beenhouwersstraat in Brussel. In deze zaak klopt dat nog altijd. Met grote complimenten voor de frieten.Check tientallen andere steak-friet-recensies op mijn Instagram-pagina @stijn_j_baert. 🥩🍟
Nicholas Colony
18:45 23 Jul 25
Food was okay but service was slow and neglectful.
Katherine Fan
12:42 23 Jul 25
The restaurant is huge with lots of seating. Everything we got was pretty tasty! Great for families.
absg641
11:20 23 Jul 25
Service au top, qualité et authenticité, cela reste un restaurant touristique mais qui vaut la peine.
asli kader
18:25 22 Jul 25
Everything was perfect 🥰
Jelo “Eat all day” Potter
14:29 22 Jul 25
Nothing better than having a good food while you are on n the way to see things in Brussels. Very nice service with the guy named Pual 2fl. He was nice and had a good service for us. Recommended
Derrick Seeto
14:08 22 Jul 25
Very good value for money place to have muscles. It is also very nice at atmosphere nicely decorated, and the surface stuff are very professional as well.
Linh Chi
11:32 22 Jul 25
Good food, fresh seafood and friendly , nice location
SILVIA ARDEVOL
11:02 22 Jul 25
Un lugar de 10, el servicio muy atento, te sirven rápido y muy agradables. El sitio es emblemático, tiene historia. Sin duda lo recomiendo a todo el mundo!
Veerle Cooremans
02:58 22 Jul 25
Altijd een leuke sfeer hier, voor mij een van de beste restaurants in deze toeristische buurt. Vriendelijk, goede service en lekker! Ik kom hier al jaren, nu tijd voor een review.
Jonas Schaffer
16:51 21 Jul 25
Great location
León Octavio Torres
16:01 21 Jul 25
Comida bien preparada, variedad de platillos, los mejillones y las albóndigas de lo mejor, muy recomendable
Ge Lo
19:31 20 Jul 25
Not at the quality I would expect for the price.
Ines. B.
18:31 20 Jul 25
J ai voulu tester les fameuses moules frites de chez Léon et je n ai vraiment pas été déçue les moules marinières sont top nous nous sommes régalés, le prix de la formule reste abordable, Dommage que ce ne soit pas à volonté, petit bémol pour l ambiance trop bruyante. Service rapide et efficace.
Sopida Cherry
16:14 20 Jul 25
Mussels were good and kids love fries. Fish was fantastic. Bolognese Pasta was not what we have expected though.
Mitko Radoev
13:02 20 Jul 25
The restaurant is just perfect. Delicious food, friendly stuff, and a magnificent atmosphere remember the good old days. I really don't understand why some people rated this restaurant so low.
Santosh Dönmez
20:07 19 Jul 25
Service super, Location ebenso schön, wenn man draußen kein Problem mit vielen Menschen hat, die an einem vorbeilaufen. Leider waren die Muscheln nicht ganz so lecker, wie man auf den ersten Blick hätte meinen können, was jedoch nichts über die anderen Gerichte auf der Karte aussagt.Adresse: Rue des Bouchers 18, 1000 Brüssel – nur wenige Schritte vom historischen Grand‑Place entferntFamilienbetrieb seit 1893, gestartet mit gerade mal fünf Tischen, heute auf neun Gebäude erweitert und serviert täglich über 1.000 GästeNostalgisch eingerichtetes Interieur mit Holzbalken, Familienfotos, Original-Menus an den Wänden somit gemütlich und authentisch
O Eugene
19:32 19 Jul 25
ビブグルマンにも選ばれたそうで、コスパも高くサービスもとても良かったです。
宜蓉ZoeWu
15:03 19 Jul 25
沒有到很貴，有不同料理方式的淡菜。可以滿足不同口味還附上滿滿薯條，可以讓人吃個粗飽。不過歐洲菜就是那樣。建議點個最基本款嚐鮮即可The prices are quite reasonable, and the mussels come in a variety of cooking styles to suit different tastes. They also come with a generous portion of fries,perfect for a filling meal.That said, European cuisine tends to be on that way, so if it’s your first time, I’d recommend starting with the classic version to get a feel for the flavor.
Princess Clark
16:21 18 Jul 25
La nostra esperienza da Chez Léon, famoso per le moules-frites e l’atmosfera belga verace, è stata in generale positiva: il cibo era buono, il personale gentile e l’ambiente vivace, anche se un po’ turistico (ma ci sta, è un’istituzione a Bruxelles!).Tuttavia, i tempi di attesa sono stati piuttosto lunghi. Quello che ci è piaciuto meno è che ci hanno chiesto di lasciare il passeggino all’ingresso, il che sarebbe anche comprensibile per motivi di spazio… peccato che il nostro bimbo di 5 mesi stava dormendo, e ho dovuto tenerlo in braccio per tutto il pranzo, anche durante l’attesa delle pietanze, che è stata davvero lunga. 😮💨Insomma: mangiare bene sì, ma se andate con un neonato o bambini piccoli, magari valutate se è il posto più comodo.Perfetto per gli amanti della cucina tipica belga… ma meglio andarci con le braccia libere!
林信宇
12:06 18 Jul 25
今天吃了淡菜和義大利麵海鮮鍋讚原味也讚有人還喝湯鮮味濃味道讚哈哈哈好飽(*˘︶˘*).。.:*♡
邱馨儀
12:13 17 Jul 25
非常好吃，以及很親切的服務👍👍
Diego Rivera
19:17 16 Jul 25
El mejor lugar del mundo!
Gvavalin Mahakunkitchareon
17:41 16 Jul 25
• Mussels are fresh and delicious, especially with the marinières sauce.• Good service and nice atmosphere.• I personally don’t recommend the pasta. The pasta was overcooked, and did not go well with the sauce.
barbara pagliano
15:51 16 Jul 25
Bonne nourriture, endroit très spacieux et agréable, mais certains serveurs ne sont pas très sympathiques et ont une attitude moqueuse envers les touristes.
aghilas azzoug
07:41 16 Jul 25
Très bon restaurant, connaissant déjà certaines franchises en France, mais là c'est le meilleur, moules excellentes et fraîches, et le steak de dinde est juste parfait.Frites, j'apprécie moins par contre.Bravo pour la décoration, je recommande la soupe a l'oignon.
Burak
08:32 15 Jul 25
Çok keyifli bir ortam, ben erken bir saatte gittiğim için sıra beklemeden gittim. Midye severler için farklı bir deneyim. Burası tam yeri. Yolunuz düşerse mutlaka deneyin.
Ameur Drira
22:29 14 Jul 25
Une très bonne adresse à Bruxelles pour les amateurs de fruits de mer ! Les moules étaient délicieuses, bien préparées et savoureuses. L’ambiance est agréable et le service correct.
Ren Li
18:08 14 Jul 25
Fair waitress, we didn’t know the set we ordered includes a beer so we ordered another one, saying that we will share a beer. And the waiter only gave us one beer which is what we originally wanted and charged us the price difference between the included one and the one we ordered.
Maxime
17:47 14 Jul 25
Je me suis régaler du début à la fin que ce sois les moules marinières, les croquettes de crevettes grise ou la gaufre LéonSuper cadreService de qualité par JimmyUne très bonne adresse bruxelloise
Cloe Minguez
20:06 13 Jul 25
Sin duda repetiría. Restaurante idóneo y de confianza para comer un plato típico de bruselas como el stoemp. (Como otros tantos que tienen en la carta.) Considerable ración por un precio acorde. Servicio y ambiente muy buenos. ¡Recomendado!
Carl Thomas
22:12 12 Jul 25
We visited for dinner on 1 June based purely on Google and TripAdvisor reviewsThe restaurant is huge with many seating areas. We were seated quite close to the kitchen and server station which was quite noisy.My wife and I had mussels dishes and my daughter had the seafood pasta. The food was really good and well prepared.The staff was friendly and service was efficient.
Moon Rabbit
14:04 12 Jul 25
If you’re traveling to Brussels, highly recommend this century old Belgian restaurant, Chez Léon, to experience the classic combo of traditional Belgian mussels with fries and local beer.Conveniently located just steps from the Grand Place. The interior is spacious with vibrant décor and a bustling atmosphere. The service is attentive and friendly. The place is very popular and often packed, so it’s best to make a reservation in advance.[Moules au Vin Blanc] – Mussels in White WineThe mussels are plump and fresh, cooked in a creamy sauce with onions, celery, and a hint of white wine. Flavorful, aromatic, and incredibly satisfying.They also offer great value set menus:Formule Léon – 500g of mussels, fries, and a glass of beer. A fantastic deal![Daurade Royale] – Grilled Sea BreamTasty, though a bit on the pricey side, honestly, you might skip it and order another pot of mussels instead.[Carbonnades à la Flamande] – Flemish Beer Braised BeefRich in flavor, with tender beef and a subtle beer aroma. Generous portion, great for sharing, a solid choice if you’re craving meat.With so many local Belgian beers to choose from, we asked the staff for recommendations , and to our surprise, they offered us free tasting samples! A nice touch.Chez Léon offers the full Belgian food experience, classic dishes, generous portions, and warm service in a lively, traditional setting. Definitely worth a stop when in Brussels!Recommended Dishes：👍🏻 Moules au vin blanc👍🏻 Fornule Léon👍🏻 Carbonnades à la Flamande👍🏻 Biere Léon🆗 Daurade Royale🆗 Lasagne🆗 Spaghetti Bolognese🆗 Brugs
สุทธิดา อุดมฉวี
14:50 11 Jul 25
พนักงานน่ารักมาก อาหารอร่อยและได้เยอมากค่ะ ประทับใจในการบริการของพนักงานผู้หญิงมาก
Valdemar
15:38 10 Jul 25
Nice mussels! Waiting time was long though. I like the team. Recommend to visit.
Jack T
22:41 09 Jul 25
Decided to stop by to try one of Belgium’s national dishes, mussels. Walked in with no reservation. This restaurant is huge, so if there is a line, it will be quick. The mussels were fresh and fries were crispy. Staff were friendly and attentive.
치와와달마시안
16:18 09 Jul 25
음식은 그닥나쁘지않았다 한국이랑 홍합탕이 다르다는데.... 안먹어본건지... 홍합탕에 파 들어가고 양념이 조금더되었다 굳이 이것보단 .... 스파게티 먹어라
D. D.
10:37 09 Jul 25
The vibrant atmosphere of this restaurant makes reminds me of the city vibe. The hustle and bustle of the waiters, the good mood, the clatter of cutlery all have their charm. If you want a quiet place to eat, this is not the place. But if you are looking for a place with tasty and fresh traditional food, this is the place. Complet Leon, Demi poulet salad and lapin a la kriek were our choices. We were lucky to find a free table for dinner without a reservation, but I wouldn't try my luck a second time.
Oleg Kleshchev
17:50 08 Jul 25
Невероятно вкусные мидии и салат с мидиями!
Hiram Felix
12:15 08 Jul 25
Delicioso y excelente atención.
Mohammad
13:15 06 Jul 25
My wife and I recently visited Chez Léon in Brussels and had a pleasant experience. The restaurant has a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere, which made it a nice place to enjoy our meal. The food was well-prepared and tasted fresh. Everything we ordered was served at the right temperature and nicely presented.What stood out the most was the service. The staff were polite, helpful, and attentive without being intrusive. They took the time to explain the menu when we had questions and made sure we had everything we needed during the meal. It felt like they genuinely cared about offering good service.The location is very central and easy to reach, which is convenient if you're exploring the city. Although the restaurant was busy, the service remained quick and friendly, and we didn’t feel rushed at any point.Overall, we had a good dining experience. The mix of tasty food, a welcoming environment, and friendly service made it a place we’d gladly return to. If you’re in Brussels and looking for a well-run restaurant with solid service and a comfortable setting, Chez Léon is a good choice.
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