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Bodja

Restaurant Vegetarian restaurant Organic restaurant Tibetan restaurant

One of the Top rated Vegetarian restaurants in Ixelles - Elsene


Address

Rue de Stassart 104, 1050 Ixelles, Belgium

Website

bodja.be

Contact

+32 493 46 87 35

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (183 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 6:30 to 9 PM
  • Tuesday: 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 6:30 to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 6:30 to 9 PM
  • Thursday: 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 6:30 to 9 PM
  • Friday: 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 6:30 to 9 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 3/5 Adrien H. 1 year ago on Google • 26 reviews
    I was there for a quick lunch with a few coworker. The place is nice and well decorated, but the service is quite bad. We waited 20 minutes to get out drink and another 20 minutes to get the food. We ate well, nothing was fabulous, everything is pretty tasteless and the portion are small. We all left feeling hungry. For the price that you pay, I wouldn't recommend anyone going there.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Prinesh R. 1 year ago on Google
    A delicious vegetarian restaurant in the heart of Brussels. They have a simple menue which makes ordering very easy. Beautiful decor and comfortable seating. You are able to sit outside as well. We went in Autumn so it was a bit chilly. If you want to sit inside I recommend making a reservation as it can get busy. They have a really great drinks menu with craft soft drinks and iced tea. No brand name drinks brands can be found here. The dumplings (called momos on the menu), noodles and veggie bowl were absolutely delicious. Served with a chilli oil and soy sauce as the accompaniments. Our favourite was the green spinach dumpling with cheese. We did not have dessert but the cake appeared to be a favourite by the people around us that ordered it. Everything is fresh and the meals were ready quite quickly. The hosts speak English and were very helpful and friendly. A really quaint place.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Isabel B. 2 years ago on Google
    Super tasty! We found this place by accident on our way to a different restaurant and we had to stop and try the momos and the noodles. Best decision ever 💕
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Annemijn van S. 1 year ago on Google
    We had an amazing dinner at Bodja, the waitress was the sweetest lady ever! The food was delicious, we are definitely coming back ♡
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aurel George P. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice Tibetan restaurant in Brussels. Located very close to the shopping area of Louise and Place Stephanie, it makes it perfect for a lunch or dinner stop if you’re in the area. Their menu is on only one page but everything was super tasty (however the portions are not huge). We attached the menu from today (1st August 2022) and also the food that we ordered. The interior design is clean and minimalistic, and they have a lovely garden in the back and a small terrace in front. Also the host speaks French and English and she was very nice and helpful. Just perfect. A+
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 June A. 7 months ago on Google
    Prices are good, food is qualitative and the waitress was lovely. I really liked it here, there is also a nice terrace to have tea or eat outside.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Umang P. 6 months ago on Google • 220 reviews
    Loved Momos' here... it's one of the best places you must visit if you are a fan of it. I loved the crispy one the most. Ambience is too good.

  • 5/5 Sofia L. 7 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    Went there for lunch and everything was great. Delicious food, quick and kind service, nice garden in the back. We had the noodles and the mixed momos, which was more than enough for 2. Totally recommend it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nick J. 1 year ago on Google
    Great overall, no complaints whatsoever. I like that the menu is simple, and in my opinion it reflects a good and focused kitchen. We tried noodles, a soup dish, and dumplings. Flavors are subtle, interesting, and enjoyable, nothing over the top. Dumplings were amazing and certainly my favorite part. The garden in the back was great to sit and dine in. Very glad to have a vegetarian restaurant of this quality.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 T S. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice experience with tasty vegan food and warm welcome staff. Luv it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anirban C. 2 years ago on Google
    Close to Place Stephanie, this is indeed an oasis of veggie calm. The budhha bowl is great but what you should come here for are the momos (aka steamed dumplings). As authentic as I have eaten from street side Tibetan shops in Bangalore and Delhi. Don’t forget to ask for the spicy chilli chutney without which the momos are incomplete. And the owner is super nice!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erica Morton M. 1 year ago on Google
    I was in Brussels for 48 hours and visited Bodja twice - it was that special. The food is wonderfully flavorful, savory and nourishing. The staff is kind and welcoming. The atmosphere is super calming in a city that is otherwise very buzzy and intense! I can't recommend Bodja enough. And if you happen to go on a Thursday or Friday, the Thentuk soup is such a treat.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Arash R. 11 months ago on Google
    High quality and delicious home made vegetarian food. I definitely recommend this place and visit every time I come to Brussels.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Olivia L. 4 months ago on Google • 87 reviews
    Wonderful Tibetan vegetarian restaurant. They have lots of MoMos, noodles dishes, bowls and plates, as well a huge selection of teas. They have fantastic vegan and gluten-free options and the Japchae are delicious.

  • 5/5 Diana C. 3 months ago on Google • 53 reviews New
    Very nice discovery for me. The teas were also really nice and even if there were many customers, it doesn't feel noisy, but cosy.

  • 5/5 Matt S. 8 months ago on Google • 44 reviews
    I certainly wouldn’t recommend coming here for a quick bite to eat. BUT if you’re not in a rush, it is well worth the visit! The service was absolutely fine - albeit on the slower side, but the server was very attentive. We wolfed the food down and enjoyed dessert. Highly recommend the steamed momos and carrot cake (both of which are/can be vegan).

  • 5/5 heny l. 4 months ago on Google • 39 reviews
    I love it here! The food as well as the vibe was nice. Especially I liked its aesthetic. Also, the staff were all gentle 😊

  • 3/5 MK G. 1 year ago on Google
    The momos are alright. The fried ones are a bit tasteless and the texture is not crunchy enough. The three types of normal momos are decent, especially the orange one. The problem is they are small, a bit overpriced, very very slow and not at all pleasuring the taste buds. I have to compliment the restaurant for the atmosphere and the design though.

  • 5/5 Filip J. 10 months ago on Google
    Taste-wise this is a unique spot in Brussels. Stunning dumplings and freshest pasta. Affordable prices with very good staff. 100% comeback!

  • 5/5 Vanessa 9 months ago on Google
    The restaurant offers not only an idyllic outdoor terrace but also excellent service. The staff was attentive and friendly. The Buddha Bowl was a culinary delight - with a mix of fresh ingredients and a delicious dressing. Highly recommend!

  • 4/5 adriano m. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice food, much better atmosphere, very quiet and calming place.

  • 4/5 Knut Øye B. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is very cozy and the staff is nice. I had a buddha bowl with falafel, which was tasty, but it wasn't enough food. It also would have been great if they had some more vegan options, especially considering that it's a vegetarian restaurant.

  • 5/5 Ana M. 8 months ago on Google
    We really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, the amazing dumplings and egg noodles! Would definetely like to repeat. The service was also very kind and helpful when choosing what to order. Highly recommend!

  • 4/5 Antonio D. 8 months ago on Google
    The garden in the back is lovely. The japchae and dumplings are also great. But the ingredients listed on the menu aren't always complete so you'll want to check if you have allergies. Also, the good desserts go fast so by dinner time only the mediocre ones remain.

  • 5/5 Juliet S. 1 year ago on Google
    What a treat! From the moment you walk in, this vegetarian restaurant place gives you calm and welcoming vibes - the host is friendly and attentive, the decor and atmosphere feels zen. Let's dive into the menu! The momos are the main event, with three different types, served either on their own or with an extra side of veggies. Everything was delicious, and if you are feeling hungry I would recommend getting a plate of the fried momos to share - they were our favourite! Other options included noodles (including gluten free) and falafel bowls. The drinks menu was composed of wine, tea and craft beer, and there were a couple of options for dessert. I would warmly recommend for a quick bite in town - and if the weather is on your side, there is a lovely courtyard around the back.

  • 5/5 Fabiana G. 1 year ago on Google
    Food and the service was great! We took the Buddha bowl and the mix of momos. The Norbu was by far the best! I highly recommend this place!

  • 5/5 Mark K. 2 months ago on Google • 7 reviews New
    I had lunch recently at this wonderful Tibetan restaurant. The menu features Tibetan momo dumplings. I ordered a Bodja plate which combines a veggie bowl with two dumplings. The food was absolutely delicious! Very fresh and flavorful. The interior of the restaurant is lovely as well. The staff were friendly and professional. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Djaranah R. 1 year ago on Google
    A cosy place with amazing dumplings! Everything taste fresh and very healthy. The staff was super friendly as well. We informed her that we were in bit of a hurry so she made sure we got our food as quick as possible. That is so service-minded! We’d definitely come back.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Salad bar
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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