Brussels Old Town Food Tour with Beer Tastings

Your tour begins at Place Poelaert

Meet your local guide near the Monument à la Gloire de l’Infanterie Belge, a major Brussels square perched by the Palace of Justice with big city views. Get a quick intro to Brussels’ food scene, then set off on foot toward your first tasting with your small group.

Stroll through Marolles for croquettes

Head into the Marolles, a long-running working-class neighborhood known for its everyday cafés, street life, and vintage shops. Start with shrimp or cheese croquettes with a crisp shell and silky center, and learn why brasseries treat them like a rite of passage before moving on.

Sit down for boulettes à la gueuze and fries

Next, take a seat at a classic Brussels brasserie for boulettes à la gueuze, meatballs simmered in tart local beer sauce. Pair them with Belgian fries, then hear how gueuze, a traditional sour beer style from the Brussels region, became a local staple.

Sip Belgian beer with cheese on Rue des Alexiens

Step into a historic venue on Rue des Alexiens, a small central street that still hides old-school taverns behind unassuming doors. Taste Belgian beer with a cheese pairing as your guide breaks down the style in your glass, with non-alcoholic options available.

Taste waffles near Manneken Pis

Continue toward Manneken Pis, Brussels’ famously quirky little fountain statue that has become an easy landmark for finding your way through the historic center. Stop nearby for a warm Belgian waffle, made in a simple, classic style so the caramelized edges and airy center do the talking.