BELGIAN BRASSERIE • SAINTE-CATHERINE • BRUSSELS
Le Pré Salé
The best mussels in Brussels for over 40 years
Generous pots of mussels, golden fries and the soul of a true Belgian brasserie, in the heart of Sainte-Catherine.
Rue de Flandre
Sainte-Catherine district
Seven mussel preparations
Our house speciality
Brussels' best mussels for over 40 years
The mussel house of Brussels
Mussels are the core speciality of Le Pré Salé, known for the best mussels in Brussels for over 40 years. They are cooked to order and served with fries, in seven preparations that are permanently on the menu.
- Marinière
- White wine
- Garlic
- Cream
- Curry
- Garlic and cream
- Roquefort
To learn everything about the preparations, seasons and portions, discover the best mussels in Brussels for over 40 years, then .
A Brussels address for over 40 years
Le Pré Salé has served mussels and Belgian dishes on Rue de Flandre for over 40 years. The Sainte-Catherine district changed; the house kept its line: simple, generous Belgian cooking served without fuss in a lively room.
Over forty years of history in the Sainte-Catherine district: read the story of Le Pré Salé, browse our mussels and fries speciality or .
A taste of Belgium
Belgian classics
Generous plates, sauces full of character and the pleasure of rediscovering the great Belgian classics.
The pleasure of a beautiful plate
From the flame to your plate
At the table at Le Pré Salé
- Grey shrimp croquettes
- Cheese croquettes
- Flemish beef stew
- Stoemp
- Meatballs in tomato sauce
- Fish
- Homemade desserts
The menu
Shall we sit down to eat?
Mussels and fries, shrimp croquettes, Flemish beef stew… Discover the Belgian flavours our house is known for.
The full menu features our seven mussel preparations, the Belgian classics and the wines; for a large party, see the groups page or .
What our guests say
Reviews of Le Pré Salé are published on its Google listing. We neither copy nor curate reviews here: read them at the source.
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They talk about us
Le Pré Salé in the press
Guides, articles and travel stories: the press and food lovers tell the story of Le Pré Salé's mussels on Rue de Flandre.
SNCF Connect
Les 5 meilleures moules frites de Bruxelles
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Où manger les meilleures moules à Bruxelles
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Les moules arrivent dans vos assiettes
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Coming as a group
Families, groups of friends, companies, associations and visitors: send your request and the restaurant will reply with a proposal based on real availability.
Key facts
- Name
- Le Pré Salé
- Type
- Belgian brasserie
- Speciality
- Mussels and fries
- Address
- Rue de Flandre 20, 1000 Bruxelles — Sainte-Catherine district
- Phone
- +32 2 513 65 45
- Heritage
- Over 40 years
- Reservation
- By phone — +32 2 513 65 45
- Opening hours
- Lunch 12:00–15:00 · Dinner 18:00–22:30
Hours shown on the official menu, currently being verified against the Google listing.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can you eat mussels and fries in Brussels?
Le Pré Salé serves mussels and fries on Rue de Flandre, in the Sainte-Catherine district in central Brussels. Regulars call them the best mussels in Brussels, and they have been the house speciality for over 40 years.
What is Le Pré Salé's speciality?
Mussels served with fries, in several preparations: marinière, white wine, garlic, cream, curry, garlic and cream, roquefort.
How long has Le Pré Salé been serving mussels in Brussels?
For over 40 years, at the same address on Rue de Flandre — where its reputation for the best mussels in Brussels was built.
Is the restaurant near Sainte-Catherine?
Yes. Le Pré Salé is on Rue de Flandre, in the heart of the Sainte-Catherine district, a few steps from Place Sainte-Catherine.
Which mussel preparations are available?
Seven preparations are on the menu: marinière, white wine, garlic, cream, curry, garlic and cream, and roquefort.
Do I need to book?
Booking is recommended, especially at weekends and in the evening. Reservations are taken by phone on +32 2 513 65 45.
What are Le Pré Salé's opening hours?
The restaurant serves every day, lunch and dinner: 12:00–15:00 and 18:00–22:30. Call +32 2 513 65 45 to confirm the hours for the day.
Can I eat mussels and fries at lunchtime?
Yes, mussels and fries are served from the lunch service, 12:00–15:00, as well as in the evening. They have been the house signature dish on Rue de Flandre for over 40 years.
Does Le Pré Salé welcome groups?
Group requests are handled case by case. Send your request through the Groups page or call the restaurant; a proposal will follow subject to availability.
Where can I see the menu and prices?
The full menu is available in HTML on the Menu page. Prices displayed in the restaurant prevail.
How do I get to the restaurant?
The restaurant is on Rue de Flandre, in the pedestrian area of the Sainte-Catherine district, walkable from Place Sainte-Catherine and Place Saint-Géry.