Just a stone’s throw from Brussels’famous Grand-Place, Café-Tasse is much more than just a chocolate shop: it’s a true family institution founded in 1989. Built on a passion for pure cocoa butter and drawing on an artisanal tradition passed down from generation to generation, the company has been refining a unique recipe for over 37 years using the finest beans from Africa and South America. Committed to ethical and fair-trade craftsmanship, Café-Tasse invites locals and travelers alike to enjoy a gourmet break. From the warm atmosphere of its tea room to its innovative product lines, discover the history and delights of this ambassador of Belgian chocolate.
From the heart of Brussels to the rest of the world: the family history of Café-Tasse
Founded in 1989, the Café-Tasse institution opened its doors in 1990 just a stone’s throw from Brussels’ legendary Grand-Place. This welcoming space, featuring a cozy tea room upstairs, is the brand’s birthplace. In its workshops, passionate master chocolatiers pass on their artisanal expertise to younger generations every day, thus keeping alive an authentic and convivial culinary tradition.
Now present in more than 40 countries, the company is a proud ambassador of 100% Belgian chocolate around the world. This growth is accompanied by a strong ethical commitment to sustainable and responsible production. Rainforest Alliance -certified and a signatory to the Beyond Chocolate 2025 charter, Café-Tasse actively supports cocoa farmers. This concrete approach helps combat child labor and deforestation while preserving the purity of its natural ingredients.
An unforgettable gourmet break: a world of delights waiting to be discovered
In the heart of the Brussels shop, the upper floor features a cozy tea room inviting locals and visitors alike to enjoy a comforting break. Here, you can savor delicious hot chocolate and coffee prepared to perfection, always accompanied by a complimentary piece of chocolate to round out the experience. For foodies on the go, all hot and cold beverages are also available for takeout!
The company showcases its expertise through a signature recipe created in 1989: a dark chocolate made with pure cocoa butter from the finest beans in Africa and South America. The lineup features a multitude of artisanal treats: chocolate bars, gourmet bars, Neapolitan chocolates, pralines, truffles, and cocoa powder. To satisfy every craving, Café-Tasse offers vegan-friendly options as well as the Perlège line, an innovative alternative with reduced sugar and sweetened with stevia.
📍15 Rue du Marché aux Herbes, 1000 Brussels
