Cheese platters, raclettes, fondues, tastings, sandwiches… What could be more delicious and versatile than a good cheese? Brussels, the city of so many culinary specialties, is home to many cheese shops. Which are the best? How do you choose them? Bruxelles Secrète presents its selection of the 5 best cheese dairies in Brussels. Par ici le comté!
The 5 best cheese dairies in Brussels
Catherine
Catherine is more than just a cheese shop, it’s a true Brussels institution. Located at number 23 rue du Midi, it offers a refined selection of the finest Belgian cheeses (as well as a few French and Italian ones!). A journey of a thousand flavors in an artisanal setting, where a wide variety of cheeses rediscover their letters of nobility and old-fashioned savoir-faire.
📍 Address: Rue du Midi 23, 1000 Brussels.
📆 Dates: Open Tuesday to Saturday, 9:30am to 7pm (6:30pm on Thursdays).
La Fruitière
Here’s a great address for Brussels’ biggest cheese lovers: La Fruitière ! It’s a real cheese bar nestled in the heart of Rue du Marché au Charbon. Raclettes, fondues (to be enjoyed on the spot!), cheese platters… La Fruitière is not only the ideal address to prepare for entertaining guests, it’s also a veritable goldmine for those wishing to hear the expertise of its passionate cheese-makers. The expertly matured cheeses (Belgian, Italian and French, especially from the Jura) can even be delivered to your door.
📍 Address: Rue du Marché au Charbon 99/103, 1000 Brussels.
📆 Dates: Open Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 7pm
Saint Octave
Want to organize a raclette? Saint Octave’s is the place to go! Here, a wide selection of quality cheeses and charcuterie awaits you. From seasonal products to wines and beers, we’ve got everything you need to prepare a top-flight meal! Their raclette cheeses, tasty and melt-in-the-mouth, are a must: we recommend the one with fine herbs, an absolute delight! And if the raclette wasn’t to your taste, leave with a piece of Fourme d’Ambert cheese – you’ll be delighted!
📍 Address: Rue Haute 254, 1000 Brussels.
📆 Dates: Open Thursday to Saturday from 10am to 6:30pm and Sunday from 11am to 5pm.
Le Plateau du Berger
Le Plateau du Berger is our favorite cheese shop in Ixelles. Here you’ll discover Brussels Gouda, an absolute must! The expertise of the sales team, the impeccable welcome and the quality of the cheese (as well as the sandwiches, prepared ” minute ” and the wine) will make you want to come back and share the address with all your friends. Don’t miss their truffle cheese!
📍 Address: Chaussée de Waterloo 589, 1050 Ixelles.
📆 Dates: Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 7pm (9pm on Thursday) and Sunday from 10am to 4pm.
Julien Hazard
En route to Uccle: in this pretty little stall, Brussels Gouda is back in the limelight. Some say it’s even the best in town, while others have boundless admiration for their farmhouse camembert… What a dilemma! To find out for yourself, simply rely on the expertise and know-how of the local cheesemongers. With a wide selection to choose from, and expert advice, this top-of-the-range cheese shop is sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate!
📍 Address: Rue Vanderkindere 137, 1180 Uccle.
📆 Dates :Open Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 6:30pm and Saturday, 9am to 6pm.