What to order at Aux Armes de Bruxelles

Must order
Chicken waterzooi in the broth, with a Trappist beer or a glass of Sancerre.
Signature dishes
Waterzooi de poulet, Moules-frites
Editor tip
Open Tuesday to Sunday from noon to 22:30, closed Monday. The salon at the back is quieter than the front dining room.
CuisineBelgian Brasserie
Price€€€
NeighborhoodSainte Catherine
HoursTue-Sun 12:00-22:30, Mon closed
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Address: Rue des Bouchers 13, 1000 Brussels

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