Top Brussels Food & Drink

Discover the cultural delights and delectable bites of Belgium on a culinary tour of Brussels. Accompanied by a gastronomic guide, visit the glamorous Royal Galleries (Galeries Royales St-Hubert) and the gorgeous Grand Place while stopping intermittently at charming cafes, ambient taverns, and refined restaurants for a taste of Belgium’s culinary culture. Savor the rich flavor of local delicacies like steamed mussels, crunchy frites, and sublime chocolate and gain fascinating insight into the culinary and cultural traditions of the country from your expert guide.

Experience Brussels through your taste buds with this tour of the city’s culinary offerings. You'll sample famous Belgian chocolates, delicious speculoos cookies, and all sorts of Belgian beers, from lambics to Trappist ales (Including the exclusive Holy Grail of beers - Westvleteren XII). You'll then get to try Belgian whiskey (yes, it exists). At the end of your trip, you'll enjoy a Belgian waffle topped with chocolate and fruit.

Taste and nibble your way through the world's chocolate capital on this small-group tasting tour in Brussels. Visit five of the city's most renowned and elegant confectioneries to sample gourmet Belgian pralines (truffles) and learn fun facts about the history of chocolate making from a guide. Take a taste of Brussels back home with a 10% discount on shop purchases.

Learn about the history of Brussels and its love affair with chocolate on a walking tour led by a guide. Walk past the Royal Palace and art nouveau architecture of Brussels and stop in exclusive chocolate boutiques for tastings as you go. After sampling truffles, pralines and more, attend a chocolate-making workshop where you learn the secrets behind the sweets.

When visiting the chocolate capital of the world, learn to make your own gourmet cocoa treats with this fun and scrumptious chocolate workshop in Brussels. Starting from scratch, create the two most typical types of Belgian chocolate—pralines and mendiants—with the help of a professional instructor. Learn easy and authentic methods you can mimic in your own kitchen, and finish with more than 30 handcrafted dark chocolate treats to take home in a box or gobble up.

Pleasure your palate with the rich taste of Belgian beers on a beer-tasting tour of Brussels. Accompanied by an expert guide, discover why Belgium is famed for its effervescent ales and gain insight into ancient brewing traditions; visit a variety of popular bars and cafes and sample rich meats and creamy cheese alongside different types of beer. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour, where numbers are limited to ensure a better experience.

Roll up your sleeves, indulge your sweet tooth and prepare some of Belgium’s most famous snacks during this waffle workshop experience in Brussels. With all your ingredients and cooking tools supplied, listen to instruction from your host and get whisking! Prepare your waffle dough according to age-old Belgian tradition, bake it in the oven and decorate with all the chocolate, cream, honey, and fruit your heart (and taste buds) desires. This waffle workshop welcomes adults and children alike, and no previous cooking experience is needed.

Benefit from a flexible itinerary and a dedicated guide on this private, food-focused tour of Brussels. You and your private party will stroll through the city and stop for 10 different tastings, including the famous Belgian fries and high-quality truffles. Along the way, your guide will detail the culinary history of Belgium in their commentary, and you'll have plenty of time to ask questions.

Sail past the long lines outside the Hard Rock Café in Brussels with a priority access pass that includes a delectable dinner. Select from a 2- or 3-course menu of American inspired cuisine and soak up the electric atmosphere of a popular cultural institution. Marvel at the rock ’n’ roll memorabilia that adorns the walls and see handwritten lyrics by Guns N’Roses and a lace outfit worn by Madonna. After your culinary feast, emerge in a central Brussels location to continue exploring independently.

Discover the cultural highlights and delectable bites of Brussels on a culinary tour of Belgium’s capital city. Sample a selection of sumptuous specialties as you visit some of Brussels’ most popular food stops with an expert gastronomic guide; gain fascinating insight into the country’s esteemed cuisine and learn facts about the city’s rich heritage. Enjoy an intimate experience on this small-group tour, on which numbers are limited to only 20 food-lovers.

Get the perfect nightlife introduction to Brussels with a tour that combines food, drinks, and highlights in the area with a local that knows best. Visit some of the best spots in town for a local drink and a typical local bite. The drinks vary from alcoholic drinks to non-alcoholic beverages, and snacks with vegetarian alternatives - covering every taste! As you hop from hot spot to hot spot, your guide will also point out interesting places in the area, helping you discover more about Brussels. Withlocals Drinks & Bites Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Immerse yourself in the medieval majesty and rich historical heritage of Ghent and Bruges on a full-day trip from Brussels. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, marvel at the UNESCO-listed city of Ghent as you visit legendary landmarks like the Castle of the Counts, St. Bavo’s Cathedral, and the picturesque old port. Then, travel through the verdant Belgian countryside to Bruges in order to witness the architectural beauty and winding waterways of the iconic city. Stroll quaint cobbled streets on the way to Market Square and absorb the sacred ambiance of the Basilica of the Holy Blood during your comprehensive tour of the city.

Meet likeminded travelers and visit some of the best Brussels pubs, clubs, and bars—stopping by places you might not have discovered independently— during this Brussels pub crawl. An ideal way for solo and budget travelers to get to grips with the city after dark, you’ll also benefit from drinks discounts you wouldn’t get if visiting alone.

Don’t settle for just eating Belgian waffles in Brussels’ restaurants: discover how to make them for yourself at this fun, family-friendly waffle workshop. After an introduction and splitting into teams; learn to prep waffle dough, bake it using waffle irons, and then decorate your creations with toppings such as cream, fruit, and chocolate. Come hungry—the experience includes a drink and as many waffles as you can eat.

Pleasure your palate with world-renowned Belgian beers on a beer tasting tour of Brussels. Accompanied by your guide, educate your taste buds to recognize fine Belgian beer and gain insight into what distinguishes the amber liquid from other beers around the world. Absorb the ambience of convivial bars and taverns as you explore the thriving beer scene of the city on this enriching tour.

Release your repressed beer connoisseur on this Brussels tasting experience, ideal for those wanting to brush up on their beer knowledge. With a beer-loving host, learn about brewing techniques, how to pick beers at a bar, and taste five Belgian brews—all in a fun atmosphere. Prebook to guarantee your place for for your preferred evening, or opt to join in without the included tastings.

Embark on a day trip to charming Bruges, and don’t worry about logistics: this private tour makes exploring simple. Travel by train from Brussels to Bruges at a time that works best for your schedule (tickets are included in the tour cost), and meet your guide upon arrival. You’ll explore the city’s picture-perfect, UNESCO-listed center, will admire its medieval architecture, can enjoy samples at its esteemed chocolate shops, and more: this personalized tour is based around your interests.

Chocolate lovers need look no further than the Ultimate Chocolate Experience walking tour in Brussels. You set the pace on this immersive cocoa experience.  Follow your private guide to the city's top chocolate boutiques, including a stop at the city’s oldest chocolate shop.  Learn all about the chocolate making process from plant to praline, as you sample up to eight cocoa flavored treats, all prepared locally.

Belgium is celebrated for its chocolates and its beers, and on this delicious tour, you’ll sample both. Meet your guide in the city center, and set off on foot: you’ll visit a number of Brussels’ top chocolatiers, and will try upwards of 12 different varieties. Then, continue to the Grand Place, where you’ll visit several bars and pubs and will enjoy at least six different traditional Belgian brews, plus cheese and cured meats. As you go, you’ll also see highlights like the Manneken Pis and the Royal Galleries.

From light, fruity beers enjoyed in summer to specialist Trappist brews dating back centuries, Belgium is famous among beer-lovers for the diversity and quality of its breweries. On this tour, explore Brussels with your guide and see the best of the Belgian beer scene. Sample locally brewed beers in three of the city’s best bars and find out what makes Belgian beer so special.

Savor classic Belgian beers and snacks on this tasting tour in Brussels. With a beer-expert guide, visit some of Brussels’ best-known and hidden-gem bars to sample some unique and traditional Belgian brews, from fruit and malted varieties to sour, brown, and blond beers. Learn how the beers are brewed as you sip and swap notes, and enjoy local snacks for the true Belgian beer experience. This small-group tour is limited to 15 people maximum.

Workshop at Choco-Story Brussels (1h workshop) Self guided museum visit with demonstration and tasting included. Audioguides available in 8 languages. With our chocolatier, children (minimum age 6) and adults learn to make mendiants and make chocolate lollipops!

Cover the highlights of colorful, history-packed Amsterdam during this English-language group tour, departing from Brussels. Listen to historical background on top attractions, from 13th-century Dam Square to its iconic calls. Tours include hours of free time to visit the city at your own pace plus a convenient departure from central Brussels.

- Meet the brewer - Listen to stories from our young, local guide that launched one of the Belgian 1st craft beers - Learn more details about the brewing process, from mashing to double- fermenting - Taste limited editions from black porters to strong IPA’s or even barley wines - Found out how hops & malts taste - Discover projects of Brussels' future brewery / breweries - Explore the secret varieties of every local craft brewery - Receive tailor-made recommendations on where to go and what to drink after