Belgian Brasserie

2 Reviews on “Belgian Brasserie”

• Jaydene Campbell

  Shamazing…great especially on a Sunday when your feeling lazy and in need of some comfort. A little sweet and a little savoury…or why not even have a bit of both. One of my favourite spots in Merton.

  February 28, 2015, 5:10 pm

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• Iris

  Like most restaurants in Merton Abbey Mills, the Belgian Brasserie is a small, unassuming shack. The kind of shack that looks unfit to survive the next thunderstorm, and yet manages to make it through, every single time. Once you walk in, its character becomes apparent: the Brasseries warm and cosy atmosphere, and its shabby chic interiors, are no doubt a part of its appeal. Tables are deliciously mismatched; the chairs are dainty as youd expect from a fairytale home. The ceiling lamp, made with tablespoons and coffee cups, is the best touch of makeshift elegance, worthy of a stylish upcycling Pinterest board. The first thing to strike visitors, though, is the smell: a divine, intense smell of crepe batter that instantly transports you to Brittanys small seaside villages (or to the streets or Bruxelles. Or the market stalls of Paris. Anything but South Wimbledon will do).The crepes on the savoury menu are an interesting fusion between the classic French-inspired batter and a choice of unusual fillings, more akin to English breakfasts than to continental lunches. You can have each dish made as a crepe, waffle or bagel, and gluten-free, lactose-free and low fat options are also available. I recommend that you go in hungry, and order a double savoury crepe, or a bagel and a sweet crepe; either option will cost between 7 and 10 (excluding drinks). If youre a light eater, or have a lower budget, go for a single crepe or bagel, excellent in both taste and value for money.My go-to filling, the favourite I never betrayed, is smoked salmon, cream cheese, lemon and spinach. I love how the combination of three delicate flavours and a sprinkle of lemon juice results in a glorious, distinctive taste. This is the best crepe I ever had; one I see myself try to recreate at home, only to realise that no love can be as perfect and pure as the first.As for the dessert menu, I tried and enjoyed the classic belgian chocolate crepe, and felt tempted by almost everything else on the list. The alcoholic crepes, advertised as specials since my very first visit, are my forbidden dream. The mere existence of sweet fillings with Cointreau, Amaretto and Baileys is conclusive proof that crepe heaven exists.Much as I hate saying it, the service is the Belgian Brasseries only weak spot. Every single staff member I met is absolutely lovely but the word single is key here. Very often, theres only one person cooking and serving food, and the four hobs in the kitchen are hardly enough to meet demand at busy times. On good days, you can expect to wait a reasonable 15 20 minutes; on less glorious days, you may have to allow up to 45 minutes. Speaking with the owner, I learnt that theyre doing their best to improve; spotting two people behind the counter, or getting your crepes within fifteen minutes, is more of a reality now than ever before. So dont let speed (or the lack of it) put you off: once the food lands on your table, youll find that its worth every single second of your wait.Full review on: http://whatevergetsyouthroughtheday.wordpress.com/2014/05/23/the-belgian-brasserie-south-wimbledon-review/ whatevergetsyouthroughtheday.wordpress.com

  November 3, 2014, 2:49 pm

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