Bia Mara

Fried fish is crispy and served in hot temperature. Potatoes 🥔 fries also feel home made. Lemonade with mint is also ok.

The venue is basic with uncomfortably small tables. But buzzy due to many people in a confined space. The waiter brought out the wrong beer but quickly replaced it and no charge for the "error". Anyone can make a mistake but this one was quickly and efficiently resolved. However, our main mission was to try their much hyped fish and chips. The portions were a decent size made up mostly of chips. Sadly, these were pretty bland. The fish was fresh but not a lot of it, and it suffered from the same lack of flavour. We did try two different styles of the catch of the day, the classic and a rosemary thyme version. Neither of us liked the latter. The classic was OK, but we were expecting more than just OK. My partner, who was only recently introduced to the delight that is fish and chips, commented that these were the worst she'd ever eaten. Overall, a disappointing experience that failed to justify the Brussels tourist prices.

Had fish and chips at Bia Mara in Brussels and honestly, it was the best I’ve ever had. Super crispy, full of flavor, and those seaweed salted fries were something else. Loved sitting outside—great vibe and perfect spot to chill. Would 100% go back.

My review is based on my recent uber eats experience with this restaurant. I used to order a lot from the restaurant based in Ixelles. This time I ordered from this one in the city center because the menu was different and I wanted to order the squid. I already ate the squid a few years ago and it was fantastic. But today it was just terrible overall. Squid was different in shape, taste and quality. It was overcooked, probably been dipped a few times. Also, the lemon slice they gave us with the fish was ridiculous. I’ll just show you the slice, hilarious at first, but adding to the list of frustrations with today’s experience. I’ll probably try again in the main restaurant in Ixelles. But never again in city center, won’t recommend anyone.

It's very tasty and has good fish and chips. Calamari is also good, but black ink sauce is too sour for me. I highly recommend it.