Eet-Biercafé Bruxelles — Restaurant in Haarlem

Growing up in Haarlem, Bruxelles was a family staple. Unfortunately our last experience was terrible. We went on a Tuesday night. The waiting staff was arrogant, aggressive, rude, slow and constantly rushing and seemed bothered to have to take orders. This was the girl in the Ramones top in particular. The waiting staff seemed to be arguing with each other. The music was turned on at max volume at about 20:00. To the point we could not longer have a conversation. Multiple other tables complained about this. The food was mediocre, but that is not the point, Bruxelles has never been known for great food. It was always the atmosphere that made it a great place, and this time it...

Nothing much to complain about. Food was delicious. It was very busy so service could be faster at an earlier or later time than around 7:00pm which was probably peak time. Lucky to get the last table! Good honest fare and some options at a really good price. Food got to table quickly enough especially in view of the peak timing. To get 5* would have required something extraordinary so well done all round! The atmosphere was good though perhaps again because of the time it was hard to hear over the hubbub, even the music seemed faint which is a good sign. Not echoey. Interesting ambiance, artworks etc. Lots of locals which is...

Me and my husband came here on the last night of our holiday in Haarlem. The place was packed but the staff we so attentive and friendly the atmosphere was welcoming and vibrant. Even though we didnt have a reservation we could have a drink amd they squeezed us in for food, which was very reasonably priced and high quality. It was great to ha e traditional warming food in a bustling place on a cold autumn evening. The beer was great and very well priced in comparison with other bars in the area. We wish we had gone sooner but we will have to visit again next time we...