Brussels punches well above its weight on the global Michelin map. The 2026 Michelin Guide gives the Belgian capital 14 starred restaurants, none of them with three stars: Bozar Restaurant, Le Chalet de la Forêt and La Paix hold two, and the one-star tables include a vegan kitchen, humus x hortense. The Michelin restaurants in Brussels run from a 1926 classic on Place Rouppe to plant-based tasting menus in Ixelles. This guide picks 10 of the best Michelin restaurants in and around Brussels for 2026, with what to expect, how to reserve, and how much to budget.
Brussels’ Michelin Star Map at a Glance
Brussels’ Michelin landscape is updated once a year with the Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg; the 2026 selection was presented on 4 May 2026. Across the Brussels-Capital region it lists 14 starred restaurants and no three-star: Bozar Restaurant, Le Chalet de la Forêt (Uccle) and La Paix hold two stars, while Comme Chez Soi, humus x hortense, Menssa and La Villa in the Sky are among the one-star tables. Le Pigeon Noir, Senzanome and La Villa Lorraine lost their stars this year.
The cuisine ranges from classic French-Belgian (Comme Chez Soi, Bozar Restaurant) to modern Japanese-influenced (La Paix, Menssa) to vegan (humus x hortense). Michelin restaurants in Brussels reward planning, so open each restaurant’s reservation calendar as soon as your dates are fixed.
Two Michelin Star
Bozar Restaurant (Karen Torosyan)
Located inside Victor Horta’s Centre for Fine Arts (Bozar) on Rue Baron Horta, this two-Michelin-star restaurant offers traditional Belgian and European cuisines with a modern twist. Chef Karen Torosyan’s cooking is precise, technique-driven, and accessible to first-time fine-dining travellers.
Tasting menu: €195 for the five-course Horta menu (not served on Friday and Saturday evenings) or €275 for the seven-course Bozar menu, wine excluded.
La Paix (David Martin)
A two-Michelin-star modern Belgian restaurant, now inside the Corinthia Grand Hotel Astoria. Chef David Martin captures Brussels identity in his cuisine like no one else — inspired by Belgian culinary history, French tradition, and Japanese techniques.
Tasting menu: €185-€235.
Reservations: through La Paix’s page on the Corinthia site.
One Michelin Star and Beyond
Comme Chez Soi
The 1926 Brussels institution, set in a Horta-style Art Nouveau interior. One Michelin star in the 2026 guide under chef Lionel Rigolet. The window into the kitchen is a Brussels rite — diners watch the brigade work the meal. Less than a mile south of Grand Place.
Tasting menu: see the current menus on the restaurant’s website.
Reservations: book directly with the restaurant, and early for weekend dinners.
Address: Place Rouppe 23.
Le Pigeon Noir
A hidden gem offering unpretentious yet delicious terroir cuisine, though it lost its Michelin star in the 2026 guide. Belgian and European dishes from a small kitchen with serious technique. No tasting menu — pick à la carte.
À la carte: €80-€110 per person.
La Villa in the Sky
On the 25th floor of the IT Tower with panoramic Brussels views. Chef Alexandre Dionisio’s cuisine emphasises seasonal Belgian ingredients in modern French preparations. The view alone is worth the visit; the food matches it.
Tasting menu: €195 for the five-course lunch; at dinner, €235 for five courses or €295 for seven, wine pairings extra.
humus x hortense
A one-star vegan restaurant in Ixelles. Chef Nicolas Decloedt’s cooking proves vegetable cuisine can compete at the highest level, turning Belgian terroir into plant-based fine dining. Dinner tasting menus cost €155 or €180; on Friday and Saturday evenings the kitchen serves only the Mycelium (€212) and Kairos (€245) menus with drinks, and Friday and Saturday lunch starts at €97.
Menssa
Modern Belgian-Japanese fusion in Saint-Gilles, holding one Michelin star in 2026. Menus run €155-€200 without drinks; the five-sequence seasonal menu was €200 in September 2026. Refined and focused.
Le Passage
Modern Belgian-French cooking in Uccle. Smaller dining room and more intimate than the big-name Michelin restaurants in Brussels.
L’Air du Temps
Not in Brussels at all: Liernu is a village in Namur province, so this is a day trip rather than a city dinner. Chef Sang-Hoon Degeimbre’s two-Michelin-star cooking blends Korean and Belgian influences, and it is the one to choose if you are happy to travel out of the city for a meal.
Castor
Not in Brussels either: Castor is at Kortrijkseweg 164 in Waregem, West Flanders. Creative modern cooking with serious ambition.
How to Reserve Michelin Restaurants in Brussels
Book early for tasting-menu prime times. Check each restaurant’s reservation calendar as soon as you know your dates. Friday and Saturday dinners disappear first.
Lunch can be cheaper. La Villa in the Sky, for one, charges €195 for its five-course lunch against €235 for five courses at dinner. Bozar Restaurant’s lunch menu is a particularly strong value.
Use the restaurant’s own website. All Michelin-starred restaurants in Brussels accept direct online reservations. TheFork and Resy work for some but not all. Direct booking guarantees the proper dietary accommodations and special requests.
Disclose dietary restrictions at booking, not arrival. Vegan, gluten-free, and serious allergy adaptations require kitchen lead time, so check how much notice your chosen restaurant asks for.
Wine pairings cost extra. Plan an additional €70-€140 per person for the standard wine pairing. Non-alcoholic pairings (juices, kombuchas, teas) are increasingly available at €40-€70.
Ask about Belgian beer pairings. Several Michelin restaurants in Brussels (notably La Paix and Bozar) offer Belgian beer pairings instead of or alongside wine. Worth trying — these are often the most distinctive pairings in Europe.
What to Wear and Expect
Dress code. Smart business casual is universal. Men: collared shirt and trousers (jacket optional). Women: smart separates or dress. Ties and cocktail attire are not required at any Brussels Michelin restaurant.
Allow 2.5-3.5 hours. Tasting menus run long. Don’t book a 6 PM start if you have a 9 PM theatre booking.
Photography. Most kitchens permit discreet phone photography; flash photography is generally frowned upon. Some restaurants (notably Comme Chez Soi) prefer guests not photograph other diners.
Service. Michelin service in Brussels tends to be warmer and less formal than the Paris equivalent. Expect engaged staff happy to explain dishes and suggest pairings.
Tipping. Service is included by Belgian law. A 5-10% top-up for excellent service is appreciated.
Michelin Restaurants in Brussels: Quick Comparison
| Restaurant | Stars | Tasting (€) | Cuisine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comme Chez Soi | 1★ | See website | Belgian-French classic |
| La Paix | 2★ | See website | Modern Belgian |
| Bozar Restaurant | 2★ | 195-275 | Modern Belgian |
| Le Pigeon Noir | Lost in 2026 | See website | Terroir |
| La Villa in the Sky | 1★ | 195-295 | French-Belgian + view |
| humus x hortense | 1★ | 155-245 (Fri-Sat lunch from 97) | Vegan |
| Menssa | 1★ | 155-200 | Belgian-Japanese |
| Le Passage | See Michelin Guide | See website | Modern Belgian-French |
| L’Air du Temps | 2★ | See website | Korean-Belgian (Liernu, outside Brussels) |
| Castor | See Michelin Guide | 110-245 (to end Oct 2026) | Modern creative (Waregem, outside Brussels) |
Related Brussels Guides
Keep planning with these companion guides:
- Best Chocolate Shops in Brussels — 14 Top Belgian Chocolatiers
Useful Resources for Michelin Diners in Brussels
- Michelin Guide Brussels — official Michelin coverage of every starred restaurant.
- visit.brussels Gastronomic Restaurants — official tourism office’s curated fine-dining list.
- All Belgian Starred Restaurants — full Belgium starred list including L’Air du Temps day trips.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Michelin restaurants in Brussels are there?
The 2026 Michelin Guide gives the Brussels-Capital Region 14 starred restaurants, and none holds three stars. Bozar Restaurant, Le Chalet de la Forêt (Uccle) and La Paix have two stars; the one-star list includes Comme Chez Soi, humus x hortense, Menssa, La Villa in the Sky, Barge, Da Mimmo, Eliane and Kamo.
What is the best Michelin restaurant in Brussels?
Brussels has no three-star restaurant, so the top tier is the two-star trio of Bozar Restaurant, Le Chalet de la Forêt and La Paix. Comme Chez Soi, open since 1926 and now holding one star, is the historic name for classic Belgian-French cooking. For plant-based fine dining, humus x hortense holds one star for its vegan menus.
How much do Michelin restaurants in Brussels cost?
One-star tasting menus run from €155 (humus x hortense, Menssa) to €295 (La Villa in the Sky). At two-star Bozar Restaurant they run €195-€275. Wine pairings add €70-€140. Some lunch menus cost less than dinner, so compare each restaurant’s lunch and dinner options.
How far in advance should I reserve a Michelin restaurant in Brussels?
As early as you can. Open each restaurant’s reservation calendar once your dates are fixed, book directly with the restaurant, and move first for Friday and Saturday dinners.
Are Michelin restaurants in Brussels vegetarian-friendly?
Yes, with notice. humus x hortense holds a star specifically for vegan cooking. At the other Michelin restaurants in Brussels, ask about vegetarian and vegan menus when you book and check how much notice the kitchen needs.
Do I need to dress up for Brussels Michelin restaurants?
Smart business casual is the safe choice at Michelin restaurants in Brussels. Ties are not required. Avoid shorts, sportswear, and athletic shoes.
Final Thoughts
Michelin restaurants in Brussels make the city an easy case for a special-occasion trip. Book a two-star table at Bozar Restaurant or La Paix, settle into the historic Comme Chez Soi, or try the one-star vegan cooking at humus x hortense. For more on Brussels’ food scene, see our complete best restaurants in Brussels, luxury hotels in Brussels for accommodation pairings, and Brussels food guide.
