The Best Shrimp Croquette in Brussels 2026

The restaurant has been open for less than a year and can already boast of serving the best shrimp croquettes in Brussels. Journal opened its doors in Stockel at the end of 2025 and quickly established itself as the neighbourhood's ‘all-day kitchen & coffee break’ spot, where people come for brunch, lunch, to get some work done... or simply to relax. In this bright, seaside charm establishment, the team focuses on colourful and comforting seasonal cuisine. The portions are generous and the classics are delightfully revisited... the proof is in the pudding! The shrimp croquette reflects the location: refined, delicious and perfectly executed.

Avenue Orban 231, 1150 Woluwe-Saint-Pierre

Checkered oilcloth tablecloths, vintage light fixtures, white tile walls and the warm buzz that accompanies lunch with friends: at Rendez-vous des Artistes, you take your time. A veritable institution in Saint-Gilles, this place cultivates the spirit of authentic Brussels brasseries: friendliness, generosity and unpretentious local cuisine. On the walls, murals pay tribute to a few artistic figures from Belgium and elsewhere. People come here as much for the food as for the bohemian atmosphere. The menu gives pride of place to local classics, prepared with fresh produce and that reassuring and delightful Brussels generosity. 

Rue Dejoncker 24, 1060 Saint-Gilles

Established on place Jourdan since 1996, Brasserie Signature attracts both families and regulars and Eurocrats looking for a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner. As soon as the sun comes out, the terrace fills up and the constant flow of customers gives the place a cheerful and lively atmosphere. The interior is elegant, with light and dark wood, golden accents and comfortable benches. The cuisine is exquisite, featuring fine ingredients, carefully selected meats, seafood from the fish tank and classic Franco-Belgian dishes prepared with mastery. It's a reliable and refined establishment that has become a true signature of the neighbourhood.

Place Jourdan 52-54, 1040 Etterbeek