Our 4 best places for a quick and friendly lunch near Mérode without breaking the bank
Updated on March 7, 2025 by Pierre
Just a stone's throw from the Cinquantenaire, if you're short on ideas for a nice and quick lunch, here are some recommendations that will delight your taste buds! Eat without breaking the bank, here are our gems. 🍽️✨ Whether you're a fan of Italian, Lebanese or Vietnamese cuisine, these addresses near Mérode will satisfy all your desires. Enjoy your meal! 😊
1. From Nonno






Located just steps from the Mérode metro station, Dal Nonno is a true gem for lovers of Italian cuisine. It's situated in the shopping arcade but also boasts a small covered terrace overlooking the end of Rue des Tongres. The super friendly Italian owner and his partner make everything from scratch: pizza, soup, sandwiches, tuna toast, paninis… there's something for everyone. In the mornings, they also offer filled croissants and excellent coffee, all served with a smile. For dessert, we can't resist the homemade tiramisu.
📍 Address : Avenue de Tervueren 36, Etterbeek, 1040 Brussels 🌐 Website :
2. Lebanese Snack Etterbeek

For a quick and easy culinary escape to Lebanon, head to Snack Libanais Etterbeek . This small restaurant offers a variety of authentic Lebanese dishes, from mezze to grilled meats. Their crispy falafel and creamy hummus are particularly popular. It's the perfect spot for a quick and tasty lunch. There's often a queue, which is a good sign! They have a small, hidden courtyard, lovely on sunny days. We love the meat platter with five sides. The lemon chicken is amazing.
📍 Address : Avenue des Celtes 9, Etterbeek, 1040 Brussels 🌐 Website :
3. Hanoi Station
Craving Asian flavors? Hanoi Station is the place for you. Located at 6 Avenue des Celtes, this Vietnamese restaurant offers authentic and delicious cuisine. Their pho soups and spring rolls are a real treat. What's more, the atmosphere is always pleasant and the service impeccable.
📍 Address : Avenue des Celtes 6, Etterbeek, 1040 Brussels 🌐 Website :
4. Beautiful and Good


Finally, for a truly Italian gastronomic experience, don't miss Belli e Buoni . This restaurant offers refined Italian cuisine made with high-quality ingredients. Their pasta dishes and antipasti are prepared with care and passion. It's the perfect place for a leisurely and delicious lunch. The daily specials are listed on a chalkboard. Here, everything is fresh and homemade. We especially love the spaghetti vongole!
📍 Address : Avenue de Tervueren 36, Etterbeek, 1040 Brussels 🌐 Website :
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.
