Hunting season has begun!
Joy to all carnivores!

During hunting season in Belgium, wild game meat takes center stage on the culinary scene. This centuries-old tradition sees hunters venture into the picturesque Ardennes forests in pursuit of deer, boar, and other game. The season, typically from October to December, not only provides a thrilling pastime but also a source of exceptional gastronomic delight.

Wild Game in Brussels

  • La Bonne Chère

    1000 - My favorite restaurant in Brussels center is serving wild partridge. Do not hesitate with La Bonne Chère, it’s exquisite!
    Open from Tuesday to Friday for lunch and dinner

  • Les Brigittines

    1000 - This year at Les Brigittines, a filet of venison is served during the hunting season.
    Open from Monday to Friday - for lunch and dinner

  • Restaurant JB

    1000 - A family owned restaurant since 1970, this fine dining establishment is serving pheasant and hare saddle, both for 2 people. And venison and pear nems as a starter.
    Open from Tuesday to Friday for lunch and dinner and Saturday evening

  • Vincent

    1000 - Restaurant Vincent, an establishment that has a history from the turn of the century, have a great selection. A selection of hare pâté, pheasant Brabançonne and wild boar stew are on offer.
    Open from Monday to Saturday - for lunch and dinner

  • La Belle Maraîchère

    1000 - Every year i book a table here during hunting season. Their saddle of hare is incredible. They also offer pheasant Brabançonne and fine champagne
    Open from Friday to Monday - for lunch and dinner. Tuesday lunch

  • Henri

    1000 - Henri, a favorite of mine of Brussels center is serving pheasant and celeriac.
    Open from Monday to Friday for lunch and dinner

  • Ploegmans

    1000 - Ploegmans, a heart warming institution in the Marolles is serving half a pheasant Brabançonne and venison filet.
    Open from Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner. Sunday lunch

  • Wine bar des Marolles

    1000 - This exceptional address in the Marolles is serving a filet of venison and a suprême of wild pheasant.
    Open from Thursday and Friday for dinner. Saturday and Sunday for lunch and dinner.

  • Brasserie Ommegang

    1000 - A few steps away from Grande Place is Brasserie Ommegang. They are serving venison with a foie gras waffle and wild pheasant.
    Open from 11:00 to 22:30 - 7/7

  • La Truffe Noire

    1000 - This French gastronomy restaurant near Bois de la Cambre will be serving a deer filet this season.
    Open from Tuesday to Friday for lunch and Monday to Saturday for dinner

  • Bouillon

    1000 - This Parisian low-cost restaurant concept came to Brussels late last year. They are serving as starters pheasant croquettes and wild boar pâté. And as mains: wild hare parmentier and civet de biche Grand Veneur.
    Open from Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner

  • 65 Degrés

    1000 - 65 Degré, a fine dining establishment, helping people with handicaps integrate a concrete work environment, is serving dear filet as of December 1st 2023
    Open from Tuesday to Friday for lunch and dinner and Saturday evening

  • Le Zinneke

    1030 - A traditional Brussels restaurant since 1956. Le Zinneke offers a large selection of game choices. From pheasant to wild boar, there’s something for everyone!
    Open from Wednesday to Sunday - for lunch and dinner

  • Stirwen

    1040 - This French Gastronomie restaurant comes with a price, but is sure to impress. Stirwen is known for their seasonal game and are now serving roasted partridge and venison.
    Open from Wednesday to Friday for lunch - Tuesday to Saturday for dinner

  • Toucan Brasserie

    1050 - Our favorite Châtelain fine dining brasserie: Toucan Brasserie is serving a wild game terrine as a starter this year.
    Open from 10:00 to 22:30 - 7/7

  • Al Piccolo Mondo

    1060 - Al Piccolo Mondo is serving their famous pheasant for two people, carved and presented at your table. You can also savor their hare saddle and wild partridge
    Open for Lunch and dinner - 7/7

  • Le Dillens

    1060 - This laid back yet surprising bistro will be serving wild game this season. Their menu changes regularly and updated on Instagram.

    Open from Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner

  • Coquum

    1150 - Coquum is currently serving wild pigeon as part of their evening “Menu Dégustation”.
    Open from Monday to Firday for lunch and dinner

  • Les Petits Bouchons

    1180 - Les Petits Bouchons is starting the season with a wild boar stew (civet de sanglier) and pheasant.
    Open from Tuesday to Saturday evenings

  • Brasserie Julie

    1700 - Exceptionally, a restaurant from Sint Martens Bodegem, Brasserie Julie. Worth the trip outside Brussels, this Michelin star establishment is serving partridge this season
    Open from Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner

  • Les Eleveurs

    1500 - Exceptionally, a restaurant in Halle, Les Eleveurs. Situated next to the Halle train station, this long standing establishment serves wild duck and partridge for two people, carved at your table.
    Open from Tuesday to Saturday for dinner and Friday for lunch