Charli

Brussels


A fabulous little bakery housed in a gabled building whose cute frontage is painted with a colourful map. There's posh patisserie fodder, as well as croissants and pain au chocolat for a bargain €1.50. Ingredients are organic and natural, and everything is made in-house. A great spot for a sweet treat after fishy takeout at nearby Mer du Nord.


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