Le Monde est Petit — Restaurant in Etterbeek

Michelin star restaurant. Our story was a drama with the group comprising of people from at least 10 different countries. Somehow somebody decided Japanese menu and the moment we entered and the host declared the menu including raw fish, except the Japanese guests, everybody's jaws dropped and few moments passed before Somebody asked if other option was available, till everybody else asked the same question. Japanese probably didn't travel several thousand travel kilometres to eat Sushi. The waiter seemed shocked at first then elegantly accepted our requests. Quickly arranged alternative menu for us. It took time to prepare but we were not in hurry. We enjoyed the food but the overall experience was a wonderful...

Three major issues with this restaurant. Pests, as the fruit flies invade the table, become part of the decor and land on your wine drink (and the restaurant is indoors...). Portions, simply too small to call it a meal, if like me, you are having the langoustine as a starter and the fish as the main. And, lastly, price: I don’t mind if a place is expensive, but I expect the amenities that come with it. In the case of this restaurant, no amuse bouche for us (but yes to a regular client who arrived after us) which is a first in a Michelin star restaurant. Oh, and you better strategize on how you plan to eat the bread because you only get...

Although the food was quite nice and we had a pleasant meal, unfortunately the restaurant didnt meet the expectations one has when visiting a 1 star Michelin. Firstly, and most importantly, there were many fruit flies which would dive into our glasses, food etc. Very unpleasant. Also quite surprising, having visited many Michelin restaurants over the years, is that it is the first time we do not get served any amuse bouches, although we opted for the a la carte menu and not the business lunch.

We got serve one piece of bread, delicious, but do not expect refills.

All in all, it seems rather pricey for the service...