Brasserie de Waterloo
Mont-Saint-Jean, Waterloo
Restaurant in Waterloo, Belgium
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A neighbourhood brasserie on Chaussée de Charleroi with extended hours Wednesday through Saturday and flexible Sunday brunch service. Book when you need reliable Belgian standards and late availability: this is Waterloo's practical fallback rather than a destination meal.
About Brasserie de Waterloo
Brasserie de Waterloo is a Waterloo venue open Wednesday through Sunday and closed on Monday and Tuesday. The schedule is Wednesday 11 AM–11 PM, Thursday through Saturday 11:30 AM–11 PM, and Sunday 10:30 AM–7 PM.
The dress code is smart casual, so plan for a neat, relaxed presentation rather than highly formal attire.
Lunch vs Dinner: When to Go
The hours cover daytime and evening availability on several open days. Use the schedule as a timing guide: Wednesday opens at 11 AM, Thursday through Saturday open at 11:30 AM, and Sunday opens at 10:30 AM with an earlier 7 PM close.
For the longest evening window, Wednesday through Saturday are the clearest options because the listed closing time is 11 PM. Sunday is the shorter day, ending at 7 PM. Monday and Tuesday are closed.
How It Positions in Waterloo
Brasserie de Waterloo’s practical appeal rests on its Waterloo location, smart-casual dress code, and weekly hours.
If you are comparing dining options, consider Brasserie de Waterloo alongside other named venues such as Brasserie de l'Alliance, La Saline, Maïnoï, Parf’Inde epices, and Poivre Noir. Compare cuisine, service, price, and occasion fit directly when deciding between them.
Choose Brasserie de Waterloo when its Waterloo location, smart-casual dress code, and Wednesday-to-Sunday opening pattern suit your plans.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- Chau. de Charleroi 591, 1410 Waterloo, Belgium
- Reservations
- Book on Zenchef
- Website
- brasseriedewaterloo.be
- Phone
- +3226556262
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Brasserie de Waterloo reads like a quietly confident town brasserie: classic and elegant in its intentions, but warm and approachable in practice. The Belgian brasserie uses sourced produce and seasonal rotation, with convivial, cozy service and a steady, unhurried pace. Located on the Chaussée de Charleroi in the Walloon Brabant countryside, the restaurant feels tied to place, offering the kind of familiar, well-made Belgian cooking that suits both locals and visitors who want a reliable, characterful meal without ceremony.
Best For
This is the sort of place that suits family meals, group dining and relaxed weekend brunches, and it also works well for casual lunches or uncomplicated dinners. The brasserie is part of Waterloo’s everyday dining landscape, so groups and visitors touring the battlefield monuments will find dependable, seasonally driven cooking. Because the emphasis is on sourced ingredients and a steady menu rhythm, the restaurant is best for gatherings that want good, traditional Belgian fare in an unfussy setting.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the house specialties and the brasserie’s seasonal commitments. Classic Belgian plates such as carbonnades, meatballs and croquettes are highlighted as signature choices, and the kitchen’s reliance on sourced, rotating produce means daily specials are likely worth asking about. One practical tip: the piece explicitly notes this kind of brasserie "does not require a ten-week booking window," so it’s easier to get a table than at Michelin-tier spots: though checking for peak-time availability is still sensible when visiting with a group.
Venue details
Ambiance
Light and airy modern interior with steel and glass construction, warm wood tones, natural palette, and vibrant green hanging plants in an elegant and friendly setting.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Buffet
- Drinks Focus
- Belgian beer
Signature Dishes
- carbonnades
- meatballs
- croquettes
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Chau. de Charleroi 591, 1410 Waterloo, Belgium
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–11 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–11 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–11 PM
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM–7 PM
Location
Chau. de Charleroi 591, 1410 Waterloo, Belgium · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Parf’Inde epices, Notable alternative
- La Saline, Notable alternative
- Maïnoï, Thai, €€
- Poivre Noir, Notable alternative
- Brasserie de l'Alliance, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Against Waterloo's documented peers, Brasserie de Waterloo operates as the accessible baseline. Parf'Inde epices, La Saline, and Maïnoï (Thai, €€) offer more defined cuisine angles and price transparency, making them easier to recommend when you're planning ahead. Poivre Noir and Brasserie de l'Alliance share the brasserie format but bring clearer reputations and booking patterns to the table.
If you value extended hours and walk-in flexibility, Brasserie de Waterloo edges ahead, most peers close earlier or require advance reservations. For quality assurance and transparent pricing, start with Maïnoï (confirmed €€ tier) or any of the named alternatives above. The easiest-to-book tag here reflects open availability, not culinary distinction; treat it as a logistical win rather than a taste-driven choice.
For special occasions or group dinners where you want guaranteed excellence, skip this one and book Emilia or La Scarpetta instead. Brasserie de Waterloo serves best as the backup when your first choice is unavailable or when timing constraints narrow your options to places open late midweek.
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Compare Brasserie de Waterloo
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie de Waterloo | Waterloo | No published awards | ||
| Parf’Inde epices | Waterloo | No published awards | ||
| La Saline | Lasne | No published awards | ||
| Maïnoï | Braine-l'Alleud | Thai | €€ | Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Poivre Noir | Braine-l'Alleud | No published awards | ||
| Brasserie de l'Alliance | Braine-l'Alleud | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Brasserie de Waterloo?
Brasserie de Waterloo is in Waterloo, with a smart-casual dress code. It is open Wednesday 11 AM–11 PM, Thursday through Saturday 11:30 AM–11 PM, and Sunday 10:30 AM–7 PM, and closed Monday and Tuesday.
What are alternatives to compare with Brasserie de Waterloo?
Other named options to compare include Brasserie de l'Alliance, La Saline, Maïnoï, Parf’Inde epices, and Poivre Noir. Compare cuisine, pricing, service, and occasion fit directly when deciding between them.
Is lunch or dinner better at Brasserie de Waterloo?
Brasserie de Waterloo’s hours are Wednesday 11 AM–11 PM, Thursday through Saturday 11:30 AM–11 PM, and Sunday 10:30 AM–7 PM.
