Le Pêcheur — Restaurant in Brussels

We were here for dinner, hoping to taste some typical fish specialities, but it was a total disappointment. The place initially presented itself kind of well, with neatly organised tables (with tablecloths, a rarity outside from Italy) and living lobsters in the aquarium. However, after the first impression, one starts to notice that the floor is covered with remains of food (even on the staircase, which is also terribly steep and dangerous to climb) and the entire looks pf the dining room are kind of scruffy: a great example are the remains of food under the candle at the centre of the table or the dirty walls. Our table wobbled and the napkins of those who had sat there were left on the floor. The waitress also forgot to bring us napkins. The toilet is absolutely terrible: dirty and badly-kept, I have hardly ever seen such a dirty and unhygienic place in a lot of time. Now, coming to the food, the delusion was complete: I took the marinated mussels, the mussels themselves were ok, tasteless but at least eatable. There were giant pieces of celery and awfully big cut onion, but the worst was the “sauce” at the bottom of the pot, which consisted basically of water from the cooking, no taste nor density. We were also not served any bread, so I don’t see the point of adding such awful “sauce”. The mussels with white wine were practically the same but with a sickening, cheap sugary white wine taste. The only -ok- thing were the fries. The price, ranging from €24-29 is outrageously high and the price-quality ratio is despicable. But the absolute worst was the Special Moulles Le Pêcheur, which consists of a mass of seafood (salmon, mussels, razor clams etc.) with some awful tasting sauce as a topping. I have never tasted seafood so disgusting in my entire life. The fact that the shells were mixed with the salmon and other fish pieces made it impossible to even try to enjoy it, but the real problem was that the fish itself was terrible: the razor clams, for example, were poorly cleaned and tasted sandy. The price for this dish was €32, which deserves no further comment. Some friends also ordered the €17 croquettes, which were ok, but for such a price one would expect more than 2 middle sized supermarket-tasting croquettes. I believe this was one of the worst restaurants I have ever tried, I personally despise the choice to purposefully make customers pay so much for such low quality food (as I have said, less than supermarket level) to me, this shows disrespect for the customer and disregard for money. The policy of this restaurant is blameworthy, and I advise no-one to never visit it. Unfortunately, I must rate it 1⭐️, but it would...

I and my friends had the pleasure of dining at Le Pêcheur, a hidden gem of a seafood restaurant located in Brussels. From the moment I entered, I was captivated by the charming coastal-inspired decor that transported me to the seaside.

The menu at Le Pêcheur showcases an impressive selection of fresh seafood dishes, prepared with great care and attention to detail. The culinary team clearly prioritizes the quality and flavor of their ingredients. Whether you're a seafood aficionado or new to the delights of the ocean, there is something for everyone.

The seafood platter is one of the highlight, featuring an assortment of delicacies such as succulent shrimp, tender calamari, and perfectly cooked lobster. Each piece was expertly seasoned and presented beautifully on the plate.

Le Pêcheur also offers an extensive wine list, with knowledgeable staff members who are more than happy to suggest pairings for your meal. I was impressed by the sommelier's recommendations, as they perfectly complemented the flavors of the seafood.

The service at Le Pêcheur was attentive and friendly. The staff members were knowledgeable about the menu and were able to answer any questions I had. The ambiance was cozy and inviting, making it an ideal spot for a romantic dinner or a special occasion.

If I were to offer any constructive feedback, it would be that the dessert options were somewhat limited. While the choices were delicious, I would have loved to see a wider variety to end the meal on an even higher note.

In conclusion, Le Pêcheur is an exceptional seafood restaurant in Brussels that truly showcases the flavors of the ocean. With its delectable dishes, warm ambiance, and attentive service, it is a must-visit for seafood enthusiasts and those looking for a memorable dining experience. I will certainly be returning to Le Pêcheur in the future to indulge in their remarkable seafood...

All around disappointing. Yikes. Not a good experience. Seems like other people have had pretty solid experiences at this place so maybe we just got unlucky but thought I’d share for an extra data point.

The food was maybe 3 stars but the service was pretty bad. Won’t go into the play-by-play but some of what happened to us: Were strongly recommended a particular appetizer only to be told 30 mins later it was out. Not a problem that they sold out, but we didn’t end up getting ANY food until we’d been seated 50 minutes Had to ask for bread 3 times before it was brought to us, despite everyone around us getting bread already - including walk-ins who came 20 minutes after us (and we had a reservation) We got two different beers then asked for the same again for our second round. They brought us two beers that were the same and at first tried to convince us they were different. We had to confront them again before they would switch one out for the correct beer. They also somehow managed to mix up the two beers the first time around (which was which), only clarifying once we had the second issue Had to ask for the bill 3 times from 3 different people. By the end I really wanted to get out of there. I left and made my husband deal with it.

Just not pleasant at all. Hope you have better...