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Café Boudin serves vegetarian brunch opposite BOZAR in central Brussels, drawing on a specialty coffee culture Alice discovered in San Francisco. She opened the doors on December 1, 2021, building a space defined by warmth and inclusivity rather than formalities. The founders prioritize a welcoming rhythm; walk-ins are standard, and the aim is simply to help guests start their day well.
Under Chef Chloé, the kitchen rotates a menu that responds to seasonal shifts and daily inspiration. Weekday lunches highlight sandwiches like a banh mi filled with marinated oyster mushrooms, coleslaw, and fried onions, or a barbecue tofu option dressed with red pepper pesto. Hot plates offer labneh topped with roasted harissa aubergines, chickpeas, and a walnut crumble, alongside gnocchi in a tomato sauce with peppers and feta. All dishes accommodate vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free requirements.
Le Fooding lists the establishment, acknowledging its presence in the Brussels dining landscape. The display case features matcha cookies and carrot cake, while a vegan banana bread rounds out the selection. Specialty coffee grounds the visit, providing a fragrant anchor to the casual streetwear aesthetic that defines the interior.
Families and solo visitors frequent the accessible terrace, which opens onto the boulevard for outdoor seating. Saturday and Sunday brunches extend the venue's appeal, rounding out a week of evolving flavors. The reservation-free policy reinforces the founders' commitment to a relaxed experience where everyone feels at home.
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