The centre of brussels is neatly contained within a clearly defined shape called the Pentagon. Nowadays this outline is formed by a busy ring road called the Petite Ceinture. The road follows the path of the old city walls, a huge 14th-century construction 9 km (6 miles) long. Few traces of the walls have survived, but one old city gate, the Porte de Hal, still stands, and gives a fair indication of just how massive the fortifications must have been. Most of historic Brussels is contained within these bounds, including both the commercial and popular districts of the Lower Town, and the aristocratic quarter of the Upper Town, which includes the Royal Palace. The result is that Brussels is still a very compact city. You can walk right across the Pentagon in about half an hour. As well as monuments and cultural gems, you will find a concentration of excellent places to stay and eat, good shops, and vibrant cafés and bars.
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If you're brave enough to withstand the terrible service, the food is exceptional and its perfectly located for a lunchtime break. Delicious quiches, including aubergine (eggplant), courgette, chicken and coriander, spinach and courgette can be followed with divine puddings and leisurely drinks.
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is a cheerfully simple tavern serving bowls of moules for €11 (£8.50).
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Located at 185 Chaussée d’Ixelles, this place is both trendy and romantic. There are lots of comfy sofas in the back and the cocktails are great!
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Cheap but very tasty food, an excellent ambience, outdoor and indoor eating (non-smooking inside!) and great staff who don't rush you or force the food or menu down your throats. Fab!
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Unfortunately, I can't remeber the name of the restaurant, but it's next to the Merode Metro station and they serve very cheap, very filling and very nutritious Lebanese food (especially the especially yummy Fatoush salad!)
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Italian restaurant just off the Grand Place Eat on the main level at the big table with others... you meet some very interesting people there.. food is excellent, so is the ambiance, very casual - we ate there twice in 6 nights...excellent wine selection
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Finally, a typical Belgian restaurant in the heart of Brussels, without the tourist prices or presence. Fantastic food, friendly staff and a nice buzz to the place. We'll definitely be back!
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Four-star hotel in the heart of the city’s business district. A short stroll from Brussels’ main shopping area as well as the renowned Grand Place. Situated on the Brussels city centre ring, with Brussels North station a five-minute walk away and with direct metro access.
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