Savour Africa in Brussels. Here are our favourite spots

Located in the heart of Brussels, Sô Yiri invites you to discover the authentic flavors of African cuisine. The restaurant showcases traditional recipes, carefully prepared using select ingredients, in keeping with African culinary expertise. At Sô Yiri, every dish is an invitation to travel, blending spices, generosity, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Whether for a meal with family, friends, or to discover new flavors, Sô Yiri is the perfect spot for a gourmet experience that transports you to another world.

Afro Bowl is reinventing street food! How? By offering authentic African specialties served in convenient bowls, perfect for dining in or taking away. Each iconic dish, from Congolese Muamba chicken to Senegalese yassa, is reimagined by passionate chefs to offer a culinary journey into the heart of Africa’s vibrant flavors. With fresh ingredients and reworked traditional recipes, Afro Bowl invites you to discover the essence of each African country, one bowl at a time.

📍Address: DOCKS Bruxsel: Boulevard Lambermont 1, 1000 Brussels

📍43 Charles-Quint Ave., 1082 Ganshoren

Here, Africa meets Asia! This creates an explosion of flavors, to be discovered in this restaurant with its intimate setting and chic decor. Chef and owner Christian Kishi, of Congolese origin, fuses these two worlds in dishes like Niúròu, a sweet-and-salty beef dish served in a pineapple. Each dish is presented with meticulous precision, showcasing high-quality ingredients. Vegetarian options, halal meats, and cocktails—both alcoholic and non-alcoholic—are also on the menu to satisfy every palate. Plus, your meal will be accompanied by zouk and kizomba music! Festive !

Le Toukoul immerses you in an authentic tropical atmosphere, directly inspiredby Ethiopia. Enjoy a varied menu centered around injera. This traditional flatbread serves as both a plate and cutlery, encouraging sharing and conviviality. With Ethiopian music playing in the background, every meal at Le Toukoul is a true cultural immersion, perfect for a change of scenery with the family—especially since children under 12 enjoy half-price meals. Experience African dining with your loved ones.

More than just a restaurant, Fasika is a memory—of the markets of Addis Ababa, of hand-ground spices, of berbere prepared according to the seasons. Every dish served carries a unique family story. Authentic Ethiopian cuisine, generous and full of flavor.

Café Béguin takes you on an African culinary adventure with dishes like caramelized chicken, red mullet fritters, and innovative Afro-burgers combining plantains and Orval cheese. The menu, suitable for vegans and those with gluten intolerance, also includes original desserts and delicious drinks like homemade hot chocolate or Rwandan black tea.

La Petite Métisse offers a unique blendof culinary influences in a setting that appeals to lovers of both African flavors and Belgian fusion cuisine. The restaurant focuses on dishes that combine elements of Senegalese and Congolese cuisines with local ingredients, offering a variety of delicious dishes.

Africalicious celebrates African cuisine with takeout meals or dining in their restaurant in the European Quarter. The finger food platter is a must-try. It features fried plantains, chicken wings, spicy beef samosas, cod fritters, and crispy shrimp. The dishes are also served with a sweet-and-sour sauce or a truffle-and-garlic sauce. However, the refreshing “sexy sauce” with herbs is the star of the sauces! To round out the meal, don’t forget to trythe house-made bissap tea. It’s a delicious sweet drink made from hibiscus flowers.

Afro Luna, a restaurant, brasserie, and cocktail bar all in one, offers a vibrant culinary experience with Congolese dishes carefully prepared by chef and owner Ntsiama Beni. Lovers of halal meat and fish will appreciate the generous portions and grilled dishes. Standout dishes include Pondu, chicken with Moambe, and grilled chicken with mayo. Its red-toned decor and elegant bistro lamps create an atmosphere that is both warm and lively. In short, it’s perfect for a convivial meal or simply to enjoy a refreshing cocktail in good company.