At Bruxelles Secrète, we’re crazy about Chinese cuisine. Fortunately, the European capital is brimming with small, traditional restaurants serving up our favorite dishes. Steamed dumplings, Peking duck, spring rolls… We’ve put together a selection of the 9 best Chinese restaurants in Brussels. For a trip to Beijing without leaving the capital!
Right in the heart ofBrussels, a hidden gem is shaking up thestreet food sceneon Rue des Halles. There, the restaurantWantanis reinventing traditionalChinese ravioliwith unique boldness and a lot of love. To cater to every taste, the menu featuresfour main fillings, easily identifiable by thenatural colors of the handmade dough. Fromvegetarian dishestomeat-based options, the choice is endless. Those who can’t decide often opt for themixed platterto savorthe full range of flavors the kitchen has to offer.
Located in Ixelles, La Taverne de Zhao offers Shaanxi cuisine that’s both artisanal and daring, inspired by the city of Xi’an. With 2-meter-long (!!!) hand-pulled Biang Biang noodles, crispy mo bread, and spicy salads, this spot charms diners with its authenticity, fair prices, and strong identity—already a hit in Paris.
📍Address: Rue Saint-Boniface 34, 1050 Ixelles
Whether it’s udon salad, pork noodles, or (giant) tofu spring rolls, Knees to Chin offers ultra-fresh, high-quality Asian street food at four restaurants in Brussels. Delicious food that’s perfect for a quick bite!
📍 Address: Rue de Flandre 28, 1000 Brussels
If there’s one Chinese restaurant in Brussels that everyone agrees on, it’s Foocha. With a small, very quiet terrace in the back and food that’s simply excellent (homemade dumplings, fried chicken…), we can’t help but recommend it. Could this be paradise?
📍 Address: Rue de Flandre 17, 1000 Brussels
Unbeatable value, a warm welcome, and a wide selection of dishes ranging from stir-fried noodles to glazed pork and fish in sweet-and-sour sauce—that’s the promise of New China. The cream of the crop among Chinese restaurants in Brussels!
📍 Address: Rue de Tenbosch 24, 1000 Brussels
Gourmets Everyday is undoubtedly our favorite. While the storefront may not look like much, the food is simply incredible. Special mention goes to the dim sum and the vinegar soup, which will transport you to China without leaving downtown Brussels !
📍 Address: Rue des Poissonniers 10, 1000 Brussels
Located just a stone’s throw from the Golden Fleece, Le Confucius offers delicious traditional Chinese dishes to eat in or have delivered. If you’re a vegetarian, you’ll be happy to know that the restaurant also offers plenty of options. Vegetarian noodles, vegetarian chop suey, or stir-fried tofu with Chinese mushrooms—you’re sure to find something you’ll love!
📍 Address: Rue Capitaine Crespel 10, 1050 Ixelles
Wantany, Brussels’ first wantan bar, is a true culinary gem waiting to be discovered. Here, the menu is entirely dedicated to the famous Chinese ravioli, available in both savory and sweet versions, all served in a cozy setting with modern Asian touches. Whether you opt for the lunch special or a more elaborate dinner, you’ll be charmed by the quality of the homemade dishes—from appetizers to desserts—and by the warm welcome of this family-run establishment that has already won over our taste buds.
📍 Address: Rue des Bouchers 30, 1000 Brussels
Perfect for an affordable takeout lunch, La Longue Marche offers hearty, traditional Chinese dishes. On the menu: chicken and soy lumpia, chicken with curry sauce and coconut cream, and vegetable fried rice. A real treat!
📍 Address: Rue de Laeken 134, 1000 Brussels
