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
| Dish | Where it fits |
|---|---|
| Frites (check the fat) | Breakfast or brunch |
| Vegan waffles | Lunch or street food |
| Plant-based stoemp | Dinner |
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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