At Grand Place 24, La Chaloupe d’Or pairs a meal with a spot on Brussels’ best-known square. The restaurant occupies the former headquarters of the tailors’ guild, and its menu includes Belgian staples such as moules-frites, Flemish stew and vol-au-vent with fries. You can also order truffle cream ravioli. Inside, a fireplace adds a cozy note to the busy dining room, and the staff are known for welcoming, accommodating service. Come for dinner or a plate of mussels and take in the square’s historic surroundings.
The former tailors’ guildhall
La Chaloupe d’Or occupies a building that once served as the headquarters of Brussels’ tailors’ guild. A statue of St. Homobonus of Cremona, the guild’s patron saint, crowns the building. Its position among the historic façades around Grand Place makes the restaurant part of the square’s architectural setting as well as a place to eat.
A place to pause on the square
The restaurant is at Grand Place 24, on the north side of the square. Nearby, the building known as the Pigeon House was once owned by the painters’ guild. French writer Victor Hugo spent time there during his exile in 1851, and the façade has four carved masks. These neighbouring guild buildings offer a glimpse of the trades and people connected with Grand Place.
FAQ
Where is La Chaloupe d’Or?
It is at Grand Place 24 in Brussels, Belgium.
What can you eat at La Chaloupe d’Or?
The menu includes Belgian dishes such as moules-frites, vol-au-vent with fries and Flemish stew, as well as truffle cream ravioli.
How can you avoid a long wait?
Visit during off-peak hours or make a reservation.
