The mussels I ordered were completely flavorless. My wife's steak which she ordered medium well was burnt to a crisp. Avoid this tourist trap.
Dawn
Always have an amazing dining experience here. The beef is unbelievable! Mussels, fries, and pasta carbonara also amazing. Service is always good and the ambience is cozy and tucked in.
zal
Been coming here for many years. Mussles are an excellent choice on Tuesdays as you can get all you can eat, $40 or one serving costs $24. Had a nice Cab and the price was very reasonable. Menu has a good selection of dishes and many come with theiur signature pomme frites. Loca tion is super on Forest and they have both patio and indoor seating
Gary
We always have a pleasant meal at Brussels. It is so comfy, great food, love the staff, a happy environment.
John
It was our anniversary and requested a quiet area. It is pretty open and tables near on another, but they put us in a corner which was perfect. The food was excellent and the bacon wrapped brie to die for. Also the presentation and flavor of the Brussel sprouts were amazing. The pork chop was a tad on the dry side, but still tasty. Carlos our waiter was fantastic and some friends had phoned in champaign which was presented very well to us. At the end they included a chocolate mousse with a giant sparkler out of it. Definitely got everyone's attention. It was a wonderful evening and will definitely plan on going back.
Ali Marjaninejad
I thoroughly enjoyed the ambiance of both the indoor and outdoor seating areas. The food was delectable, and the service was both professional and warm. We particularly appreciated their mushroom soup and the trout, which was expertly prepared and presented.
However, the side of ratatouille was not as impressive as we had hoped but still decent!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Oscar Castro
horrible place do not come here, super unfriendly staff
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Glenn Kreisel
Burger so good and fries even better
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brad
Food is consistently good! Loved the mussels in grain mustard with bacon and the meatballs in tomato sauce. My friends both ordered that pork shank and loved it too, and their fries are always the best! Make sure to order the truffle dipping sauce with them :)
meredith
My parents have been celebrating their wedding anniversary here since it opened!! Always 10 out of 5 stars!!!
Ordered burger well done. It was rare. Re-did the order. No apologies. They could care less. We're locals, not tourists. Disappointing. Won't be back
Laurice
A Must-Try for Mussels Lovers
If you love mussels, Brussels Bistro is an absolute must. The mussels here are outstanding — fresh, tender, and bursting with authentic Belgian flavor. The sauce makes all the difference: whether you choose the classic white wine and herbs or the creamy garlic version, both are perfectly balanced and rich in taste.
The restaurant’s atmosphere is cozy and charming, just like a true European bistro, and the staff is friendly, attentive, and happy to recommend the best beer or wine pairing.
In short, the mussels at Brussels Bistro are among the best you’ll find anywhere — a dish that will definitely make you want to come back again and again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cinde
We had a great experience at the Brussels Bistro. It was a beautiful fall evening, and it was very cozy inside. Great ambiance. Great service, Geraldo was attentive without being overbearing. He knew the menu and was able to recommend and assist us in making our choices as the menu had so many delicious sounding options. The mussels were exceptional, as were the fries, and our appetizers of bitterbalen and brussels sprouts. And aesthetically presented, food was beautiful. Waitstaff were all very conscientious about removing the abundant empty mussels shells as we ate. Our empty shell bowls were never overflowing. Things a gem! Don't hesitate to try it.
Christine
Always a great experience with delicious food - best burger in Laguna Beach & it's so fun to sit on the patio with our dog & people watch.
Tom
It was my birthday and I felt properly celebrated. They brought me a chocolate mousse with whipped cream and a giant sparkler accompanied by birthday music over the loudspeaker. The food was delicious. My wife and I decided on different muscle dishes. The service was excellent, continuous but not intrusive. All in all a fine evening.
The mussels I ordered were completely flavorless. My wife's steak which she ordered medium well was burnt to a crisp. Avoid this tourist trap.
Always have an amazing dining experience here. The beef is unbelievable! Mussels, fries, and pasta carbonara also amazing. Service is always good and the ambience is cozy and tucked in.
Been coming here for many years. Mussles are an excellent choice on Tuesdays as you can get all you can eat, $40 or one serving costs $24. Had a nice Cab and the price was very reasonable. Menu has a good selection of dishes and many come with theiur signature pomme frites. Loca tion is super on Forest and they have both patio and indoor seating
We always have a pleasant meal at Brussels. It is so comfy, great food, love the staff, a happy environment.
It was our anniversary and requested a quiet area. It is pretty open and tables near on another, but they put us in a corner which was perfect. The food was excellent and the bacon wrapped brie to die for. Also the presentation and flavor of the Brussel sprouts were amazing. The pork chop was a tad on the dry side, but still tasty. Carlos our waiter was fantastic and some friends had phoned in champaign which was presented very well to us. At the end they included a chocolate mousse with a giant sparkler out of it. Definitely got everyone's attention. It was a wonderful evening and will definitely plan on going back.
I thoroughly enjoyed the ambiance of both the indoor and outdoor seating areas. The food was delectable, and the service was both professional and warm. We particularly appreciated their mushroom soup and the trout, which was expertly prepared and presented.
However, the side of ratatouille was not as impressive as we had hoped but still decent!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
horrible place do not come here, super unfriendly staff
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Burger so good and fries even better
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is consistently good! Loved the mussels in grain mustard with bacon and the meatballs in tomato sauce. My friends both ordered that pork shank and loved it too, and their fries are always the best! Make sure to order the truffle dipping sauce with them :)
My parents have been celebrating their wedding anniversary here since it opened!! Always 10 out of 5 stars!!!
Restaurantji Recommends
Ordered burger well done. It was rare. Re-did the order. No apologies. They could care less. We're locals, not tourists. Disappointing. Won't be back
A Must-Try for Mussels Lovers
If you love mussels, Brussels Bistro is an absolute must. The mussels here are outstanding — fresh, tender, and bursting with authentic Belgian flavor. The sauce makes all the difference: whether you choose the classic white wine and herbs or the creamy garlic version, both are perfectly balanced and rich in taste.
The restaurant’s atmosphere is cozy and charming, just like a true European bistro, and the staff is friendly, attentive, and happy to recommend the best beer or wine pairing.
In short, the mussels at Brussels Bistro are among the best you’ll find anywhere — a dish that will definitely make you want to come back again and again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had a great experience at the Brussels Bistro. It was a beautiful fall evening, and it was very cozy inside. Great ambiance. Great service, Geraldo was attentive without being overbearing. He knew the menu and was able to recommend and assist us in making our choices as the menu had so many delicious sounding options. The mussels were exceptional, as were the fries, and our appetizers of bitterbalen and brussels sprouts. And aesthetically presented, food was beautiful. Waitstaff were all very conscientious about removing the abundant empty mussels shells as we ate. Our empty shell bowls were never overflowing. Things a gem! Don't hesitate to try it.
Always a great experience with delicious food - best burger in Laguna Beach & it's so fun to sit on the patio with our dog & people watch.
It was my birthday and I felt properly celebrated. They brought me a chocolate mousse with whipped cream and a giant sparkler accompanied by birthday music over the loudspeaker. The food was delicious. My wife and I decided on different muscle dishes. The service was excellent, continuous but not intrusive. All in all a fine evening.
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