The white asparagus season is something all Belgians get excited about. They are available from April until end of June. Try the Flemish style or with Belgian grey shrimp.

Shrimp croquettes are available all year. They are fried mix of Belgian grey shrimp (a national delicacy), béchamel and bisque. They are typically served with fried parsley.
Every year in October, Visit Brussels organizes the Best Shrimp Croquettes competition in October. Find out who the winners were in 2023

Maatjes a lightly brined herring, harvested just before they are mature, when they’re considered “virgins”. They are typically served with fresh chopped onions. The maatjes season is slightly variable, as it depends on the water temperature. Normally it goes from late May to late September.
Don’t miss the Maatjes Festival in June, hosted by Noordzee, on Place Sainte-Catherine

Ray fish is available all year. It is a flat, wing-shaped fish related to sharks. The classic ways to serve it is "raie au beurre noir" — skate cooked and then topped with a brown butter, caper, and vinegar sauce.

1050 - A Brussels institution when it comes to Mussels. With over 25 mussel recipes, you’re sure to find one that’ll be a perfect fit.
Open for lunch Thursday to Saturday, dinner from Tuesday to Saturday.

1000 - Chez Jacques is a personal favorite. You can find me here at least once a month. High quality dishes and the mussels are superb!
Open Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner

1000 - This fish shop has a fun oyster bar where you can sample lots products from their store. Including mussels and moules de bouchot in season. Fries are not served here.
Open non-stop from Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 18:30