Belgium

Vegan in Brussels

Short answer

Vegan frites and plant-based chocolate are widely available. Head to Ixelles, Saint-Gilles, Dansaert for the highest concentration of plant-based options.

Best neighbourhoods for vegan food

  • Ixelles
  • Saint-Gilles
  • Dansaert

Local dishes to try

DishWhere it fits
Frites (check the fat)Breakfast or brunch
Vegan wafflesLunch or street food
Plant-based stoempDinner

Watch out for

Beef fat in traditional frites and butter in waffles.

How to order

"Frietjes in plantaardige olie?"

Frequently asked questions

Is Brussels vegan-friendly?
Vegan frites and plant-based chocolate are widely available. The strongest areas are Ixelles, Saint-Gilles, Dansaert.
What vegan food should I try in Brussels?
Frites (check the fat), Vegan waffles, Plant-based stoemp — all widely available in Brussels.
What hidden animal ingredients should I watch for in Brussels?
Beef fat in traditional frites and butter in waffles.
How do I ask for vegan food in Brussels?
"Frietjes in plantaardige olie?"

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