Fermento Wine Bar Brussels — Restaurant in Ixelles - Elsene

Fermento is one of those hidden gems you need to know about. Tucked away just a short distance from the busy Flagey area, it’s easy to miss if you're not looking for it. But once you discover it, you’ll keep coming back. This cozy spot boasts an impressive selection of wines, and the staff really know their stuff. They’ll help you find the perfect wine, with the option to taste before you choose—something I’ve appreciated on both of my visits.

Beyond the wine, they also offer a small but thoughtful menu of dishes that pair beautifully with your drink. It’s the kind of place that feels like a secret worth sharing. Fermento is in my top wine bar list . It’s a true gem and a fantastic place to unwind with a great glass of...

Captivating Wednesday night dinner and wine.

Only open a month, this is a friendly, casual place perfect for lingering with your wine in the Italian-heavy atmosphere. Their creative wine list features lesser-known nooks of France, Spain, and Italy. The pours are on the generous side.

The food is a standout! Our eggplant was rich and nutty; the cheese plate boasted a gorgeous Brillat-Savarin. For dessert, ☺️ the red velvet cake enlivened by bonus layer of creamy, tart cream cheese was worth the trip alone. (See photo for the generous portion.) The other dessert option was crepe-like with heavenly hazelnut cream.

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This wine bar is an absolute "coup de coeur" for me. The sommelier Paolo helped us choose the best wines to our liking, and they were on point delicious. The attention to the customers can be really felt, and is very appreciated. We also ordered few of the dishes from the menu, which were all very tasty and creative. Not the usual easy dishes you could expect from a wine bar. The place is not very big and it´s quite cosy as the tables are very close to each other, but the atmosphere is pleasant. Reservation might be necessary as it got full even on a...