Flemish Brabant Province, Belgium Food Guide: 10 Italian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Zaventem

July 31, 2020 Nicolette Lion

Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Zaventem. Zaventem (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈzaːvəntɛm]) is a Belgian municipality in the province of Flemish Brabant. It is located in the Dijleland area, one of the three large recreational areas which together form the Groene Gordel ("Green Belt") around the Brussels-Capital Region. The municipality comprises the subdivisions or deelgemeenten of Nossegem, Sint-Stevens-Woluwe, Sterrebeek and Zaventem proper. On 1 January 2006 Zaventem had a total population of 28,651. The total area is 27.62 square kilometres (10.66 square miles), which gives a population density of 1,037 inhabitants per km². The official language is Dutch as it is within the Flemish Region. Zaventem is the home of Brussels Airport, together with neighbouring town of Diegem.
Things to do in Zaventem

10. Da Pepe

Kerkplein 25, Zaventem 1930 Belgium Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Parking Available, Highchairs Available +32 2 725 66 86 http://www.rest-dapepe.be
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3 based on 120 reviews

Da Pepe

Reviewed By christophepj

Da Pépé is not the “Great informal Italian” I admired a few years ago unfortunately. The straightforward, no curls honest food is gone and replaced by a rather dull, tasteless version. Prices are still on the low side however. Too bad..Parking is ample in front, except on market days.

9. San Tucci

Pr. Josephine-Charlotteplaats 8, Kraainem 1950 Belgium Italian, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service +32 2 782 00 45 http://www.santucci.be/
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4 based on 150 reviews

San Tucci

Reviewed By madsalerno

After having lost contact, as they moved location, I found this beautiful italian restaurant again. The new location, in residential Kraainem area makes it easily accessible and you shouldn't have trouble for a parking spot. As before, nice and friendly staff, beautiful sober decoration, comfortable tables and the perfectly chosen atmosphere music make your stay rather enjoyable. Of course, the meal was as expected, prepared and served with class, tasty and portions where far substantial too. Happy to be back!

8. San Tucci

Pr. Josephine-Charlotteplaats 8, Kraainem 1950 Belgium Italian, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service +32 2 782 00 45 http://www.santucci.be/
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4 based on 150 reviews

San Tucci

Reviewed By madsalerno

After having lost contact, as they moved location, I found this beautiful italian restaurant again. The new location, in residential Kraainem area makes it easily accessible and you shouldn't have trouble for a parking spot. As before, nice and friendly staff, beautiful sober decoration, comfortable tables and the perfectly chosen atmosphere music make your stay rather enjoyable. Of course, the meal was as expected, prepared and served with class, tasty and portions where far substantial too. Happy to be back!

7. Restaurant Serenata Zaventem

Heldenplein 10, Zaventem 1930 Belgium Italian, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Highchairs Available [email protected] +32 2 725 49 29 http://www.serenata.be
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4 based on 394 reviews

Restaurant Serenata Zaventem

Restaurant Italien en face de la gare de Zaventem, four à pizzas gigantesque en salle, menu discovery, business lunch, salles privatisables pour événements privés ou professionnels

Reviewed By TaniaVDV

8 of us for dinner, the restaurant suggested the antipasti for a starter - very good choice, very large tall serving plate between for of us, plenty there, with cheeses and salads. Plenty of choice for mains including steaks, pastas, seafood. Nice atmosphere, great serving staff and the obligatory Italian sweet; sabayon. The kitchen is open so we watched the guy manically mixing & was a pleasure when it came, very tasty served in tall glasses. Father in Law settled the bill, very reasonable including drinks.

6. L' Ascoli

Hector Henneaulaan 136, Zaventem 1930 Belgium Italian, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Highchairs Available, Full Bar [email protected] +32 2 725 45 45 http://www.ascolizaventem.com
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4 based on 168 reviews

L' Ascoli

Reviewed By mimiar0undthew0rld

Absolutely delicious!! beautiful old stone/windmill house, great decoration, authentic italian food, tasty, calm, chic.You will enjoy the place close the airport by the Getaway hotel which is fantastic as well.Really professional crew, great wine selection. From the starter to dessert and real italian espresso, buon appetito!!

5. Ristorante Pizzeria Mercato

Stationsstraat 35, Zaventem 1930 Belgium Italian Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Parking Available, Accepts Credit Cards, Table [email protected] +32 2 720 01 21 https://www.facebook.com/mercatozaventem/
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4 based on 193 reviews

Ristorante Pizzeria Mercato

Reviewed By pascalehall

Was a single table and got a outstanding service, usually when dine alone you get forgotten by the waiter, not here.Food was really good, the house wine wasn’t my pick and my waiter kindlyInformed himself me of options of wine not on the menu...all this to say I will be back for the quality of service and food!!

4. Da Lino

Vilvoordelaan 42, Zaventem 1930 Belgium Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +32 2 720 01 08 http://www.dalino.be/
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4 based on 314 reviews

Da Lino

Reviewed By Varito

Business dinner at Da Lino last week.Very nice set up, extremely friendly staff and very client oriented. Always happy to explain dishes and connect with the client. But issue, is that food was really average. Service is very fast, you get your starters within 10 minutes after ordering and the mains a few minutes after the starters are finished. All this is gereat, but as said, food average. We were a table of 5, some of us had pasta, others meat, and none of the dishes was more than acceptable. My scalopino di vitello was overcooked and chewy. Really not the best dining experience.

3. IL Milano DI Toto

Heldenplein 4, Zaventem 1930 Belgium Italian, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards +32 2 721 84 54 http://www.ilmilanoditoto.be/
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4 based on 356 reviews

IL Milano DI Toto

il MILANO di ToTo vous reçoit dans un cadre à la fois somptueux et convivial, dans une ambiance au design milanais. Le secret de notre cuisine? Un raffinement et un savoir-faire transmis de génération en génération, sans cesse remis au goût du jour. Au re

Reviewed By Lionheart1261

Located nearby Zaventem train station, look out for a parking place, as the road can be quite busy.Reservation advised, as it's quite busy from 12:00 onwards.Once inside you are warmly greeted by both owners, who will gently care about your overcoat and seat you in comfortable armchair or sofas.Nice atmosphere, lot of pictures, live seafood near entrance.Menu is wide enough to satisfy any wish, the owner will recommend also - being a fish restaurant - the catch of the day. Swordfish prepared in a very nice wise, in the pan so that it won't dry too much, sided by vegetables and garnished mashed potatoes. Could not taste wine as driving, choice looked quite appalling. Serving time adequate, let you talk about business, you'll be served a small starter in between. Very advisable for a taste of new Italian cuisine, with the typical Italian empathy of the owner.

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2. Ristorante La Perla

Steenokkerzeelstraat 132, Zaventem 1930 Belgium Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean, European, Sicilian, Southern-Italian, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Table Service, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking [email protected] +32 2 310 53 23 http://www.ristorantelaperla.be
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5 based on 137 reviews

Ristorante La Perla

Italian and Sicilian restaurant in zaventem, (4 minut from aeroport).we have fresch dishes (fish, meat,pasta) all days. we have special parking for guest and special room privèe for group.

Reviewed By trevort880

My wife and I come here regularly with our daughter. The staff are very friendly and the service is excellent. The steak is recommended as it is cooked just how you like it and is so tender.The new menu has many other delights for you to try. I would highly recommend anyone in the area to sample the delights of Sicilian cooking at La Perla. Well done to Ivan, Roberta and Ben. The terrace is now open for al fresco diningil limoncello è il migliore fuori dall'italia

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1. San Tucci

Pr. Josephine-Charlotteplaats 8, Kraainem 1950 Belgium Italian, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service +32 2 782 00 45 http://www.santucci.be/
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4 based on 150 reviews

San Tucci

Reviewed By madsalerno

After having lost contact, as they moved location, I found this beautiful italian restaurant again. The new location, in residential Kraainem area makes it easily accessible and you shouldn't have trouble for a parking spot. As before, nice and friendly staff, beautiful sober decoration, comfortable tables and the perfectly chosen atmosphere music make your stay rather enjoyable. Of course, the meal was as expected, prepared and served with class, tasty and portions where far substantial too. Happy to be back!

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