Vegan
Beer/Wine
European
Fusion
The first Michelin starred vegan fine dining restaurant in Belgium est. 2008. Tasting menu changes according to the year’s 24 micro seasons. Known for pairing zero-waste botanical drinks with the menu. Uses hyperlocal and organic farm-to-table produce only. Open Wed-Sat 18:00-23:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-14:30.
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59 Reviews
First Review by Lutsubo
Stygeros
Points +37
Best culinary experience we ever had - Edit
We had a great evening there and got the full menu including alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Read moreEverything was exceptional perfect
Pros: Non-alcoholic drinks , Menu order, Service
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Caradl
Points +352
The best food I’ve ever had - Edit
It was simply the best diner ever. I’ve been vegan for 9 years and did a couple of Michelin star restaurants but Humus x Hortense really is a one of a kind. Everything is so tasty, so original, so well balanced. It’s also local and seasonal which I really like. Waiters are so kind. It’s definitely pricey but it worths it! I’d love to come back 🥰
Read morePros: Full vegan, Simply amazing
Cons: Expensive
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chb-pbfp
Points +10606
A journey for the taste buds! - Edit
Please note, this is a very fine gastronomic cuisine.
Read moreIt's a pretty small and popular place, so you have to make a reservation and mention that you're a vegan, otherwise you'll have to pay more on the spot.
Reservation can be done online and usually 1.5 months in advance.
Attention like 5 days before your reservation, you have to reconfirm it and you will need your credit card again to do so.
A bit complicated in my opinion, now I think they have some experience with the topic.
We've taken the full menu experience, it's very expensive, now it was a decent trip of gastronomic vegan dishes with the right drinks going with it.
They have great staff, with great personalities.
The owners are very active in the restaurant, very hospitable, now they seemed quite reluctant and not very open to talk.
We had a great experience!
Updated from previous review on 2019-07-06
Pros: Excellent gastronomic cuisine, Beautiful place
Cons: Expensive, Online booking requires that you stay connected
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MusclePower
Points +101
Delicious - Edit
A unique plant-based dining experience with exceptional attention to detail. The food and drinks are thoughtfully crafted, offering fresh, creative flavors that elevate the whole meal. Highly recommended for anyone seeking something special and memorable!
Read morePros: Staff, Unique drinks , Variety of tastes
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NatsDge
Points +248
Simply the best - Edit
I've had the chance to eat in many fine dining and awarded restaurants in my life, but I would say that I've had the most exquisite dinner at Humus X Hortense !
Read moreThey strive for sustainably and change the menu weekly according to the harvest from their local provider (they also make zero waste cocktails).
We chose the full experience with wine pairing, and the textures , the quality, the flavours sent me straight to foodie heaven!
The service and decor were just as delightful as the menu.
A wonderful experience I cannot recommend enough.
Updated from previous review on 2024-01-24
Pros: Refined and delicious food, Decor and service, Wine / cocktail pairing menu
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Ajolote
Points +1491
Great overall experience - Edit
HxH was such a beautiful experience! We had the full wild experience and were very happy with our choice. The fact that you get the dessert courses (or was it four?) was fantastic. The food was so unusual and the drinks were very well executed. The restaurant itself is very elegant and the service excellent. Highly recommended!
Read morePros: Service , Dish size - small so we weren’t stuffed, Ambiance
Cons: Stairs to the restrooms
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Yeri
Points +2562
Nice experience - Edit
This is my second michelin starred vegan restaurant after visiting another one in London. I liked the fact that this place was less formal and more casual and relaxed. It was also great to see the creative vegan scene happening in Brussels! The food was tasty, creative, and a good mix of Asian cuisine. The staff were very friendly as well. I gave it 4 stars because I felt like it was missing THE food of the day that can really stand out and be remarkable. I'm willing to revisit next time I'm in Brussels to also try a different menu!
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cChrisButler
Points +107
Sensational - Edit
No words will do this place justice. I appreciate tasting menus and experiences like this are not for everyone but this is on another level. Each dish, each drink, was truly sublime.
Read moreIt is a small place, and if you book you must have the full experience - no a la carte - it was 215 euros per person and included within that was all courses and drinks pairings, plus welcome aperitif, water and coffees. The vibe was smart, serious, but casual and the service reflected this.
This was, without a doubt, the best meal of my life.
Pros: wow, wow, wow
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JeffryVanderkerken
Points +21
Subliem - Edit
Perfecte combinatie van eten en drankjes! Gebalanceerde smaken en verfrissende ideeën. Oorspronkelijk was ik bang dat de vegan keuken flets ging zijn, maar dit was absoluut niet het geval. Koken op een (h) eerlijke manier. Ik kom zeker nog eens terug!
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ulls
Points +28
Een ware culinaire ervaring - Edit
Geweldig explosief smaak-avontuur
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Jan-WillemWijnolts
Points +62
Spectacular - Edit
This dinner was just spectacular. So many special combinations of flavours, amazing presentation and great ambiance. The staff is super friendly and the dinner was a truly unique experience. I especially loved the way how they made their own types of tempeh and tofu with unusual ingredients. Also the herbal flavours throughout the menu (food and cocktails) were a great touch.
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RobertaCalce
Points +3855
Such a worthy experience - Edit
The best place where to celebrate a special occasion for my partner and I. We took the wild full experience menu (200 euros per person) and it was soo worth it. The whole experience lasted 3 hours, the waiter explains each dish and the matched drink (alcoholic or not). You need to mention any allergies during the reservation so they can provide alternative dishes.
Read moreThe quality is just outstanding. We were so impressed by the attention to details and combination of flavours and nuances of acidity. The 3 hours went by quickly and at the end we were feeling full. Absolutely recommended.
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SamuelDunphy
Points +21
Fabulous - Edit
What an amazing experience. So much delicacy and attention to detail in combination with such deep flavours.
Read moreHighly recommend the alcohol free pairing. Mature, interesting concoctions that are not sweet and are not kombucha. I look forward to my next visit.
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Annlz
Points +166
What an experience!! - Edit
Everything matches: the flavours of the food and the special drinks were perfectly in balance. What an experience! An explosion of flavours:p
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SaraNorlin
Points +3547
Divine - Edit
What a lovely experience. The food was fantastic. The service was impeccable. I really felt appreciated. I would highly recommend this restaurant. Definitely make a reservation in advance. I was able to make one the day-of but I think I got lucky.
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vegetariangirl
Points +2615
Beautiful gourmet experience - Edit
A really beautiful setting. We had an innovative vegetable focussed ten course meal paired with drinks (non-alcohol in our case). Really fresh, creative and nice to have a fancy meal.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-11-28
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ggenduso
Points +98
Le meilleur de Bruxelles ! - Edit
Absolument rien à dire ! Une expérience incroyable et un service soigné ! Juste magique !
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JackyDeReviere
Points +3377
Best plant-based restaurant in Brussels - Edit
A late review, we were there a few years ago.
Read moreVery tasty and delicious vegan dishes.
In the meantime, the first Michelin star has been received.
If you want to eat at a high gastronomic level, Humus X Hortense is the right place!
Pros: High gastronomic level., Cosy atmosphere, Friendly staff
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BelindaS
Points +2703
Exquisite dining - Edit
A perfect treat!! Love the concept of seasonal local farm-to-table and to use as much as possible. The first dinner group gets a 'Pure Full Experience' tasting menu, as of 20h30 you get 'Wild Full Experience' tasting enu. We also ordered the non-alcoholic drinks, including self-fermented. Each course was a surprise and delight. We will come back for a Winter taste for sure.
Read morePros: Detailed presentation of dish/drink, Seasonal & local produce , Downstairs fermentation
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michielpanis
Points +558
Vegan haute cuisine - Edit
Well balanced menu, with a theme, every course has its own matching drink. Zero waste policy: farm-to-table and use of the entire product.
Read moreThe owners provide the story about the dish or drink.
Pros: Personal service, Concept
Cons: Not for every day, expensive
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mho
Points +92
Sublime. - Edit
De loin le meilleur restaurant dans lequel j’ai mangé de ma vie. Il y a une attention au détail, une habilité folle dans la préparation et la cuisine des légumes, c’est simplement sublime. Mention spéciale au café, qui m’a époustouflée avec son absence complète d’amertume. Wow.
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dooskoe
Points +332
Blown away! - Edit
For me, this experience was perfect in every way. Each preparation was extremely tasty, beautifully served and played with very original flavor combinations. The staff was absolutely charming and very knowledgeable. And I'm still amazed by how far and in detail they go to respect life in every aspect, all the way from its staff to the beautiful planet we live on. So glad ethics and sustainability found its way into the fine dining world, so that we can enjoy this magic totally guilt-free 😊
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Knutob
Points +2369
Incredible experience - Edit
It's very exciting to see a vegan restaurant getting a Michelin star, but it's absolutely deserved. The food is unbelieveable. So tasty and so beautiful. The staff is kind and extremely knowledgable. This is a huge experience for a vegan, and definitely worth the price.
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TiffanyAnn
Points +248
Unbelievable. - Edit
We went on a Saturday night for the earlier seating and had the full pairing/tasting menu. Every single course and beverage was out of this world. I’ll be dreaming about this meal for months to come. It’s a big splurge, but absolutely worth it.
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AlasdairR
Points +427
Five stars - Edit
What’s not to like ! Outstanding from the design to the service to the food and drinks. Of course the price is in relation to the quality but worth it. Off the scale compared to most other vegan restaurants. The award of a Michelin star in 2023 confirming the excellence.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-05-06
Pros: Design , Service, Food drink combinations
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Shiro93
Points +433
The place - Edit
Homos was unique, so was chocolate with thyme. They boosted beetroot with onion, almonds with salt. They serve algs, save forks and knives and also turnips.
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AlainEtienne
Points +50
All good but expensive - Edit
Didn't expect to be so expensive but still a great place
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