The 3 best restaurants in Brussels to celebrate an important event: La Buvette, Barge and Aster

Updated on November 16, 2025 by Pierre
The 3 best restaurants in Brussels to celebrate an important event
Brussels is full of restaurants that go beyond just a meal. For a birthday, a promotion, a romantic dinner, or any other special occasion, some establishments offer... Culinary experience, unique setting and impeccable service.
Among them, three stand out in particular: The bar, Barge, and Aster.
1. The Buvette — Poetic charm in a former butcher shop
The refreshment stand is appealing because of its unusual and welcoming setting White tiles, period metal hooks, and wooden furniture. The tasting menu showcases seasonal produce in surprising combinations. Perfect for a intimate and elegant evening.
✨ For what type of event?
Birthday, romantic dinner, intimate evening with friends.
Address : Chaussée d’Alsemberg 108, 1060 Saint-Gilles
Website : la-buvette.be
Instagram : @labuvettebruxelles
Estimated price : Tasting menu €67, vegetarian option ~€60, wine pairings €36-60.
Beneficial external link : Gault & Millau Guide Belgium
2. Barge — The modern terroir we recently tested
We have tested Barge recently and the restaurant impresses with its cuisine authentic and modern, showcasing local products. The minimalist yet welcoming atmosphere makes it an ideal place for a important gourmet dinner.
✨ For what type of event?
Gourmet evening, celebratory dinner, event with friends.
Address : Boulevard d'Ypres 33, 1000 Brussels
Website : bargerestaurant.be
Instagram : @bargebrussels
Estimated price : Evening menu €110-135, wine pairings €55-66, non-alcoholic pairings €40-48.
Beneficial external link : Gault & Millau Guide Belgium
3. Aster — The author's table over a wood fire
Aster offers signature cuisine cooked over a wood fire, highlighting fish, vegetables and local produceThe minimalist setting and attentive service guarantee a memorable experience for any special occasion.
✨ For what type of event?
Birthday, marriage proposal, gourmet dinner, intimate moment. Don't miss out on reading more about the Gault & Millau Belgium
Address Rue Antoine Dansaert 202, 1000 Brussels
Website : aster.brussels
Instagram : @r.aster.bxl
Estimated price : 7-course tasting menu €106-115, drink pairings €58.
Conclusion
These three restaurants — The bar, Barge, and Aster — are ideal for celebrate an important moment in Brussels.
- La Buvette for its intimacy and poetic charm.
- Barge for its modern and sincere local cuisine.
- Aster for his creative writing and his culinary experience around the fire.
Each of these addresses combines Gastronomy, a unique setting and impeccable serviceensuring that your celebration becomes an unforgettable memory.
Beneficial external link : Visit Brussels – Restaurants in Brussels
Barely a foot in the Belgian capital, Pierre launched “InsideBrussels.be” more than 10 years ago, the idea is simple: “What to do? Where to go to eat or have a drink? “. Entrepreneur at heart, this is not his first project! Far from there. EatLocal.io; KingCard.be, Bricabrac.be … Like wine, with time the project improves!
Pierre does not hesitate to share his favorites and his best addresses of Brussels restaurants that he could recommend to you with his eyes closed.