Aux Armes de Bruxelles

A Brussels institution since it opened in 1921, this family-owned establishment offers gracious, rather formal service, combined with a casual, relaxed ambience. It's an excellent place for your introduction to Belgian cooking, since it combines traditional cuisine with great quality, and offers just about every regional specialty you can think of, including mussels in every conceivable style. To save valuable eating time at busy lunchtimes, do as many regulars do and just order un complet -- within minutes a pan of steamed mussels accompanied by french fries and a beer will land on your table. Sample anything from an excellent beef stewed in beer to a delicious waterzooï (fish or chicken stew), to a steak with pepper-and-cream sauce, all at fair prices.

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