Le Zinneke

Le Zinneke is a Belgian bistro on Place de la Patrie in the Schaerbeek neighbourhood of Brussels, a few kilometres north of the city centre. Open since 1956, it has built a long-standing reputation as a neighbourhood institution – warm and unfussy in atmosphere, with a dining room that works well for groups looking for something genuinely local rather than corporate. The restaurant is a member of Chaîne des Rôtisseurs and Euro-Toques, and holds certifications from Slow Food and Good Food, which points to a consistent focus on quality over volume. It also carries a Vegan Friendly certification and a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice award for 2023.

The menu is rooted in Belgian classics – mussels prepared multiple ways, stoemp, and a rotating selection of seasonal bistro dishes – executed with care and updated with modern technique. Portions are generous and the cooking is straightforward in the best sense: honest ingredients, well-prepared. Groups can book set menus on request, and the kitchen is capable of accommodating mixed tables with varied requirements. The overall experience is relaxed and convivial, which suits team dinners and private celebrations as well as more formal corporate meals.

Contacts and location

Phone: +32 2 245 03 22
Email: restaurant@lezinneke.be
Address: Place de la Patrie 26, 1030 Schaerbeek, Brussels (See on Google Maps)

Capacity and layout

Total capacity: 140
Maximum group size: 140
Maximum group size seated: 140
Outdoor seating: 20
Private dining / Group rooms: Yes, by request
Wheelchair accessible: Yes
Accessible restrooms: Yes

Cuisine and dining

Cuisine type: Belgian bistro
Group menus available: Yes
Dietary accommodations:
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten-free
Lactose-free

Event suitability

Corporate dinners
Business lunch meetings
Private celebrations
Birthday parties
Team building events
Restaurant buyout

Notes and limitations

Closed Monday and Tuesday