Since 2004, Brussels Bistro has been bringing the authentic flavors of Belgium to Southern California. With two locations in Laguna Beach and San Clemente, Brussels Bistro offers Belgian and French-influenced cuisine—think mussels & fries, boeuf bourguignon, and Belgian beer—in a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere designed for special evenings, casual dining, brunch, or events.
Belgian comfort food & beers in a hip bistro space below street level with occasional jazz or DJs.
Tatyana
We visited Brussel Bistro in Laguna Hills and had a lovely experience overall.
A big plus for us is that they have a kids’ menu — it really makes dining out with a child easier and more enjoyable. I also truly appreciate the variety of sides, especially the vegetable options. I love having different veggie choices — it’s not something every restaurant offers.
It made us smile that we were seated right next to the famous “peeing boy” statue from Brussels — such a fun and quirky touch!
The food was delicious and the service was very good. It was a bit noisy, but it was a Friday evening in Laguna, so that’s completely understandable.
Overall, we left happy and satisfied and would definitely come back again!
… moreAli Marjaninejad
I thoroughly enjoyed the ambiance of both the indoor and outdoor seating areas. The food was delectable, and the service was both professional and warm. We particularly appreciated their mushroom soup and the trout, which was expertly prepared and presented.
However, the side of ratatouille was not as impressive as we had hoped but still decent!
… moreKristian Ording
A little slice of Belgium in Cali – love the atmosphere with the dark wood, close tables, warm fire and mood lighting. Super friendly staff helps walk through the menu and the specials and, most importantly, the beer. Unique selection of Belgian and local breweries on tap offering a flight of 4 smaller pours to be able to try a wider variety. Menu has a huge variety of Belgian eats plus Cali fare and American favorites. Not sure if this is on Tuesday only, but they had an all you can eat Mussles offering which allows you to select any of their sauces in one pound increments. I only made it through three which were each delicious but the chlorizo was my favorite as there were added veggies like fennel in the sauce as well. Mussles come with all you can eat fries too. Yum. We also tried the bacon wrapped Brie was was tasty.
… moreSteve Pal
Fun experience with great food options, many of which true Belgian classics, such as the grey shrimp croquettes, steak tartare, fabulous fries with homemade mayonnaise, steak au poivre, and bouchée à la reine (here named Creamy Chicken). All very nicely prepared with quality ingredients and beautifully presented. Of note too is the massive offering of Belgian specialty beers…all served in the appropriate glasses. Nice!
We ate on the terrace which I strongly suggest over the somewhat cavernous below street- level dining room.
Keep in mind that this is Laguna Beach and prices, while warranted, are not cheap. Two appetizers, four main dishes (two steak frites, one tartare, one large mussels) three beers, one dessert, generous 20% tip: $300. Quite a bit, but then it’s a splurge (unless of course you live in Laguna and live this life style 24/7). Recommended.
… moreyasaman louhghalam
We got pasta with chicken, slow cooked beef
And beets salad and oyster
So the oyster was fresh and good
Beef and beets salad salad were fine and the pasta could be better
The service people are trying to help us 12 people to sit
But the servers were not that friendly
… moreSamantha T
I enjoyed my dinner on the patio by the fire warmers my carbonara pasta with shrimp was delicious can’t go wrong. Merlin and Oscar were nice!! I’m from Texas and if I came back here to Cali I would eat here again!!
… moreNatalia Kulshan
The mussels were absolutely delicious! We ordered them with cream and garlic. I used to have them often in Belgium, where it’s my favorite dish. It’s been seven years since I last traveled to Belgium, and ever since then I’ve been trying mussels wherever I find them. At this restaurant, the mussels taste the closest to the Belgian ones I remember. Highly recommended!
… moreLianna Rodriguez
The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was excellent. We can’t recall our server’s name, but he took great care of us during our visit on 7/17. We loved the Belgian fries and beer, the fresh loaf of bread, and the mussels frites were incredible!
… moreMarek Minecki
Been coming here, every time we’re in Laguna, for over a decade now, and it never disappoints. The meatballs with raisins were surprisingly good and the lamb shank with asparagus and ragout simply divine… oh and the mussels, always on point. For me a feather in their cap is beers like Chimay, Duvel, Tremens, etc. on draft…
… moreBrian Hayashi
A wide variety of Belgian beer brewed by Trappist monks. The mussels and fries are phenomenal, but the real star of the show for us was the Boeuf Bourguignon. The beef was roasted for 24 hours and the bacon added crunchy umami punch and boosted the whole dish. The carrots and onions absorbed the succulent flavors to create something absolutely delicious.
It’s clear they take pride in their dishes and culture – I’m glad that I had the privilege of eating their food.
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