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Plattesteen, a popular brasserie in the heart of Brussels

Situated at the corner of rue du marché au charbon and rue du Plattesteen, this establishment is well-known to Brussels locals.
The brasserie-restaurant has retained its original warm wooden decor.

Since 1936, it has occupied the first floor of an art-deco apartment building designed by architect Noteris in 1931. The restaurant is also located behind the legendary Ancienne Belgique concert hall, now known as the AB.

Numerous artists have come to feast at Plattesteen. Aznavour, Annie Cordy, Jacques Brel, Edith Piaf, Claude François, Charles Trenet, David Bowie Bowie, Elvis Costello, Arno, Indochine and many more...

The Plattesteen terrace is one of the liveliest spots in Brussels' central Saint-Jacques district.