Really lovely ambience. We did have to wait for a table even though we had a reservation, but once seated upstairs in a private booth, it was worth it - cozy and much better than the ground floor, which felt a bit cramped. The food was excellent: the truffle pasta was great, served with the cheese wheel (tableside), and the tiramisu was easily one of the best I have had. The cheese wheel was such a fun experience and definitely a must-try - but note, it’s only meant for 2 or more people, not available for one. Only downside: there is a ~€1 fee if you pay through the QR code on the table - a bit odd, but just a heads-up. Overall, we had a wonderful time and would happily come back!

Having dined here multiple times and being served by the nicest waiters, I highly recommend Barracuda! The energy of this place is buzzing, and the food is always a hit complemented by creative and delicious drinks. Will keep coming back for sure!❤️‍🔥

Top food! Very delicious, friendly staff and great service. Place is quite big, atmosphere is nice.

Pictures online do not do its justice… once you walk in ambience is amazing, we ordered our drinks with our server (Daniela) (who also was fully Italian) and before she even took the full order the drinks were at the table. If you order one course it’s ready in max 10 min. We decided to order 3 so we took our time. Drinks were good. Food was good. Service was amazing. I recommend doing the truffle pasta in the cheese wheel (table-side) it’s an experience. They even sing if there’s a birthday! Daniela really made the meal great!

A great place, very beautiful and modern. The food was nothing but Amazing, I really really loved it! Frederico was a dedicated host and served is with load of energy.

Good one of the big mamma group! All dishes we ordered were delicious and full of flavour. The pork was very juicy, the pasta filled with melting blue cheese and the little salad very refreshing. The interior is busy but charming. It’s quite loud. Could be a good place for date but also friend gathering, not for business dinners. Good price quality! We got in without reservation on a Friday night, there are many tables. I also liked that you can just pay through the QR code in your table, very efficient

I visited Barracuda last week with my boyfriend for my birthday dinner. We absolutely loved it. The vibe, the looks, the staff & the food. Everything was great! In the past we have visited the Pink Mamma restaurant in Paris and two of the other Pink Mamma group restaurants in London. But this was in Brussels was the best so far. 10/10 would recommend and can't wait to go back!

Amazing food , everything we ordered was delicious, and the service was incredibly friendly!

We needed a restaurant like this in Brussels. The decor is so beautiful, cocktails were great and the Ragu was delicious! The food is also very decently priced. The service was excellent which is not guaranteed in Brussels. Our waitress was amazing! Definitely worth the hype

Amazing Italian food with outstanding service. Every dish was full of flavor and beautifully prepared, and the staff were warm, attentive, and professional throughout our visit. A wonderful dining experience from start to finish — highly recommended.

I went now 4 times (3 times lunch and 1 time dinner) and always had a tremendous experience. Reservation is a must have, for good Italian food. The Negroni tasting was fun - the classic was our preference after all, but a fun way to start the evening. Appetizer: I had the ham (8.5/10) and the focaccia (9/10 - despite being pizza dough) a couple of times now. The pizzas have a very thin crust, which I personally love and a good balance of sauce vs toppings. (8.7/10) Pasta with ragout (8/10) and truffel (8/10) were also good, and I would recommend. I will go back in the future, a nice addition to the Flagey area

+6

The pizza was divine. Very high quality. The truffle pasta is beyond expectations and the service ( we were served by Alessandro) si charming, so graceful, so professionally friendly

Wonderfull restaurant! The staff is very nice and the food is great. We will be coming back!

+1

Best pasta iv ever had. In fact the best meal iv ever had. Top class

Very good home made pasta kinda heavy so really good

Excellent Food, Excellent service, cannot recommend enough.

+5

I had an amazing lunch at this restaurant! The location is absolutely stunning, creating the perfect atmosphere for a memorable evening. The staff were incredibly kind and attentive, making the experience even more special. The highlight of the meal was the pasta with truffle – it was nothing short of perfection. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for exceptional food and outstanding service!

+1

The place to go in the city if you want hype atmosphere and good Italian food!

Everything is great about this place. My host for a special night was Giovanni. He was very positive and welcoming, which made it even more special. Big shout out to him!!!

Very nice place, great atmosphere and interiour, tasty food and kind service

+6

The dinner was great by you! I liked the taste of the pasta. It was amazing - Pasta, sauce, meat, and serving. The waiter was super friendly. And, The THE BIG CRÈME BRÛLÉE - delicious!

What a nice place, ambiance is really cosy, food is good (may be too much truffles) pizza is OK, we are Un Brussels not Roma. Most staff speaks Italian, I would like to have the menu in Italian too!

+1

The whole experience exceeded my already high expectations! Tim, our waiter, was excellent (trust his recommendations!), the overall vibe was top notch and the food was amazing! Definitely well worth it. Happy birthday, Yasmin!

A bit crowded but everything else was perfect, even if there were many people we didnt wait much for the food!

Amazing experience! Great food and lovely personnel. Definitely worth your visit 😊

Quality of food was good. Service and atmosphere were great except that we were seated near the window and it was a bit cold. Unfortunately, I forgot the name of my waiter but he was great and read our table needs very well.

The food was very good and the service was over the top. Timothy did a very good job and was very sweet. Julie was the manager and made sure that our evening was complete.

Well they’re packing people into this place and the queue outside at 6:30pm is testimony to the popularity of this out-of-the-ordinary Italian. Once inside the sumptuous, very ambient decor and superb lighting you are transported to another era. Food was a fab, modern take on Italian classics. Great cocktails, very efficient and professional service, but with a place this popular there’s no time to kick back and relax after dinner… 2nd, 3rd service means you eat and leave. Still, it’s a small price to pay for such a fab dining experience. Wonderful !!

+4

This restaurant easily has one of the most stunning interiors in Brussels—spacious, elegant, and impeccably clean, with plenty of seating. The ambiance is perfect for a romantic date but also works well for family dinners or group gatherings. I’ve visited their locations in Paris and Lille, but this one outshines them both! Service was a bit mixed—some staff were warm and welcoming, while others seemed distracted. That said, the wait for food was reasonable, portions were generous for the price, and the truffle pasta was absolutely divine—a must-try! Overall, a fantastic dining experience with a few minor hiccups. Highly recommend!

Loved the food! We went on Saturday night—the atmosphere was very festive and everyone was really kind 😊 The food came out pretty fast too, which was a big plus. Only problem : to go and get our car from the parking was a little bit adventurous as there were people sleeping in front of the entrance

Great food, nice cocktails and excellent service and atmosphere!

Fantastic Service from Enola! Food was delicious, we had the burrata as a starter served with bread. Mains we had the Ragu pasta and Pizza. Dessert we shared the Tiramisu and it was a huge portion served at the table straight from the tray. £76 for two people, this also included 3 beers and a coke. Excellent value for money! I would highly recommend!!

+3

Had such a wonderful dinner here! Loved the vibe but had to reserve table in advance bc it’s a very popular spot

We had a very cool evening here. Staff is super friendly and efficient. Beer, wine and food was as good as expected. A new cool address added by Big mamma group. Highly recommended

+2

We had a fantastic experience at this restaurant. Warmly welcomed with a dedicated server, we enjoyed exceptional service throughout the evening. Our meal began with a delicious selection of Italian starters, followed by pasta with truffle, prepared in a cheese wheel right at our table—complete with a fresh truffle shaving demonstration. A cocktail expert also crafted gin and tonics tableside, adding a memorable touch. The decor was beautiful and thoughtfully designed. Though it can get a bit noisy, it’s absolutely worth a visit. Highly recommended—4.9/5!

This restaurant had been on my list since it opened! I was in the area and luckily managed to get a table for an hour and a half without a reservation, thanks to the super lovely staff. The decor is beautiful! It really gives that cozy, away-from-home vibe. ✨ My friend and I both ordered the truffle pasta, and it was so good. The pasta is freshly made, and the portions are super generous. We then went for the tiramisu, and wow… just delicious. It’s freshly made, and they even serve it straight from the bowl at your table. The staff was so kind, the food was amazing! So no doubt, I’m coming back! 🤍

+1

Services is excellent, food is authentic and the atmosphere is elegant with a warm vibe ! Tim was a great help to us choosing the best and signature dishes, he made the experience extra special by taking care of our table ! Thank you Timothy 🙏

Amazing service, food an easy way to pay for a big table!

Fantastic food. Incredible interior. Great service. Thank you guys.

+1

We came for the second service and it did not disappoint. We were seated upstairs and the service was very friendly and fast. There is a lot of noise in the restaurant, so at certain times it might be difficult to understand each other. The food was amazing and fresh, portions were more than enough and it is a good price considering the quality and quantity. And again, great service!

Stunning interior, super lovely service, and DO NOT skip the truffle pasta made inside the cheese wheel (unless you hate happiness). Best wishes.

Unique interior and good service. I only have tried their pizza with mushrooms and it was delicious. A good selection of mocktails.

amazing meal! worth the stop. the pesto burrata was awesome. make your own gin and tonics were delicious. everything we ordered was great. the type of place where you can’t go wrong.

Esperanza Ruiz

Llevaba tiempo queriendo ir pero las reservas con mucho tiempo no son lo mío. Finalmente hoy lo he probado por primera vez y he de decir que la experiencia ha sido positiva. Pedimos una pizza para compartir que llegó rápido aunque prácticamente fría a la mesa. Es la única pega. Servicio bueno, ambiente agradable y acústica buena que permite tener una conversación tranquila. En un plano más melancólico, la tarta de limón del estilo a la que traía mi padre, con montaña de merengue. Conexión sentimental conseguida. ✨ Dos platos a compartir, postres y botella de Lambrusco: 39 euros/pp

Pamela Tifner

Ya van dos veces que voy en un mes…se come muy bien, me encanta el ambiente y la deco ! Nos queda pendiente probar la carne…las pastas son deliciosas

Grace Lammert

Un lugar donde se comen muy buenos platos, sobre todo las pastas. Tienen una carta surtida y una excelente atención.

Set Petriz

Excelente comida y servicio. El lugar por si solo esta fenomenal! Un excelente restaurante en Bruselas para comer comida Italiana de calidad.

One of the best Truffle pasta plates I have eaten plus the type of pasta they are using and yes it's for 1 person the plate I took, we have shared it between 2 I didn't want it to finish it was really tasty, I loved with cheese on top and without. The food came very fast we ordered the first minute and the second one they brought them same goes for the drinks.

The food was really good. The truffle pasta was my favourite, the parmesan on top made the flavours come together perfectly. The place itself is beautiful and the decoration really adds to the vibe. Even though we had a reservation, there was still a line outside and we had to wait a few minutes before having a seat. It is quite busy and noisy though and the tables are pretty close to each other so it’s not the ideal spot for a long, quiet conversation. But overall great food in a lovely setting

A feast for the eyes, if not the palate... From the moment you walk in, you're immersed in an extravagant, almost theatrical setting—think lavish chandeliers, intricate wallpaper, and curated vintage touches at every corner. It’s a visual playground that feels designed for Instagram, and it works. Every detail, down to the ornate plates and Moor's head vases, is photo-ready. One of the highlights is the open kitchen. Watching the chefs at work adds a layer of authenticity to the experience. Service here is flawless. The staff is attentive without being intrusive, and genuinely welcoming. You’re made to feel special from the first greeting to the final pour of limoncello. As for the food—while beautifully presented—the pasta didn’t quite live up to the ambiance. It was good, certainly, but not memorable. The sauces lacked that extra depth or boldness you might expect from a place with such a strong visual identity. In short: come for the atmosphere, stay for the service, and lower your expectations just slightly when it comes to the pasta. It’s a perfect spot for a celebratory dinner or a stylish night out, even if it won’t redefine Italian cuisine for you.

As already mentioned by the many (many) reviewers, the atmosphere of Barracuda is extraordinary, as in all the Big Mamma group restaurants. What I found a little less impressive, however, was the service. Now, that might be because this location is still fairly new but, with the exception of one waiter who was a true professional, the other members of the staff seemed to fall short in terms of training and skills. The drinks and food were good, although perhaps a little flat. The overall experience was pleasant, just not memorable.

Great atmosphere and service. Food was good, I wish there was more pasta variety instead of all being the thick spaghetti version for most dishes.

LOCATION this trendy restaurant is located in the beautiful Flagey square: large, spacious, beautiful in the details. The main view, however, is on the street: here is the room on the ground floor. It is the most beautiful room. On the first floor, there is a room that is a bit « uncomfortable »: in front of the kitchen and small tables. My small table « wobbled » :-( SERVICE. The service is the restaurant's strong point: from the moment you enter, perfect service; fast service, warm welcome. The guys and girls in the dining room are exceptional. There are many tables and they are always active. FOOD. The menu has few but selected offers. The appetizers are good but nothing special. I had the pasta with truffles served in a pot: compared to Italian tastes, not much salt. Overall the food was good but I would not come to this restaurant again for the food but more for the location. The only exception: the tiramisu, served directly from the tray, is simply perfect!!! PRICE. Prices are high compared to the average but the service and the location justify it in part DOGS ALLOWED!

We either got really unlucky with the food, or the mains are not on the same level as entrees and desserts. So, I can recommend the burrata pomodoro and the tiramisu, the quality was amazing! But that’s where the positives about the food end. The 22€ truffle pasta was a disappointment: overcooked for my taste (not al dente at all), sauce’s flavor was very strong and in my view misbalanced with the amount of pasta. On top of that, the pasta arrived warm at best, and was cold in a few minutes, which made the taste even worse. The 18€ jambon champignon pizza, I give it 1*- simply I could not make myself eat more than 2 slices. It’s 2x bigger than the plate so impossible to cut it in civilized manner. The dough: thin, burned, taste is bland - imbalanced with the good quality toppings. The lemon tarte, despite very impressive on the eye, has the same issue as the pasta and the pizza: no balance of flavors at all. I would have preferred less meringue, to being strangled by its sweetness with very little lemon flavor to balance it. So, despite the efforts of the servers, and the beautiful setting, I do not see myself returning any time soon - for this price point, the food is just not there.

+1

The service was splendid and fast. They were also super friendly, but perhaps we had higher expectations of the food. Honestly, nothing to write about. It's a shame. It wasn't bad, but the foos it wasn't as good as we expected but giving a 4 because of the service and the place it's lovely.

After seeing this place everywhere, I finally tried it and it didn’t disappoint! The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the service was excellent polite, attentive, and welcoming. The Food • Starter: Fresh and flavorful, with a delicious bun. • Main Course: The truffle pasta was tasty, though I wished for a stronger truffle flavor. • Dessert: The chocolate mousse was a perfect 10/10, but my friends weren’t impressed with their pies / except for the lemon one, which was generous and delicious. Portions were quite big, making it great for those who love hearty meals. Final Thoughts A solid spot for a special occasion. While not an everyday place, I’d definitely recommend trying it! Rating: 8/10

Barracuda is definitely one of the hype places in Brussels – getting a table isn’t easy, especially on weekend evenings. We were lucky to go for lunch, and it was a nice experience. The atmosphere is fantastic, with stylish design and that kind of setting where you just want to take photos. The food was tasty, but nothing exceptional. Service was good. I’d probably come back more for the vibe than the food – a great place to enjoy the scene and hang out

+1

Cool atmosphere and friendly staff. Tasty food. We enjoyed both the pasta and pizza, but the pasta arrived somewhat cold unfortunately. Portions were just right.

First time to eat here. Very good Italian food.

Very aesthetic place, the ambiance is romantic and very pleasant 🍝 The food was good but not exceptional, what really made the experience nice is actually the place ✨ The portions are good except for the desserts that were smaller. They serve baguette with balsamique (but you have to ask for it!) 🥖 The prices are good. The waiters are very friendly and respectful. Note: you can’t modify anything in the dishes. Overall good experience 4/10 🤌🏼

+4

Very beautiful restaurant and fun experience, the truffle pasta was delicious and the tiramisu outstanding! 🤩

We ordered starters like stracietella, carpaccio, proscuitto and ricotta/courgette. Straciatella and carpaccio were delicious. For main pasta with the truffe and ragu were also very good. From deserts 5 stars to tiramisu but tarte citron is too sweet at meringue level. We did a bit of stomach problems after not sure if we ate too much but worth mentioning.

+4

The truffle pasta was the cherry on top, I recommend to ask for a cheese wheel. I tried fragolata for drinks but it was just okay. Their killer colada and croquettes are amazing! Unfortunately not so pleased with their service this time as a server on the second floor was kinda rude and keep reminding us about the time.

+2

Monica “Mon” S

Por fin hemos conseguido mesa en el famoso Barracuda. Tanto hype por este sitio puso mis expectativas bastante altas. En resumen: - servicio muy agradable y eficiente (creo que en su mayoría italianos), estábamos sentados al lado de la cocina y menudo trajín había dentro! Mucho personal yendo de un lado a otro también. Esto por desgracia genera bastante estrés, así que recomiendo sentarse abajo, NO arriba donde cocina. - sitio en sí muy bonito pero llenísimo de gente, se hace abrumador. No lo recomiendo para cita romántica, sí para juerga con amigos. - el baño regulero, sucio, sin papel y oscurísimo, no está a la altura del sitio. El baño es el espejo del alma igual que la cocina. - la comida buena, puedo juzgar: el carpaccio y la pasta a la trufa, buenísimos. Los piramidi en cambio mejorables, he probado rellenos de carne infinitamente mejores. El tiramisú también bueno y la copita de Primitivo exquisita. - nos sentaron a las 21.30 (con reserva a las 21.15) y a las 23.20 nos trajeron la cuenta sin haberla pedido. Todo va rápido, en el turno anterior te echan para que entren los de las 21, pero es que en el de las 21 también te echan.

I expected to have a good experience here - much like the experience I had in Paris. But unfortunately - bit into these 2 small rocky bits (see picture) which could have broken a tooth or two 🦷 from a starter with pistachios. Normally I would give 1 star - but staff are friendly enough (got discount) and food overall good. Went there for lunch on Saturday (reserved table) - waited very long for food to arrive. Very lively place, hard to talk up over the noise - very Hollywood-ish Italian decor. Feels hyped-up in my opinion.

The food was nice, but overpriced. Good mozzarella and fennel salad. I went there on a Sunday lunch and it was very packed. I felt the service was basic, but if I was already not at feeling welcomed, what confirmed it was having to pay using a qr code on the table and being charged 1 extra euro for it...

I’ve been here quite a few times, so I was honestly surprised by my visit about a week ago ...it was the first time it felt like things really slipped. First, the good stuff...the hostess is particularly good, shes always super nice and genuinely warm. In general the team is friendly, and the place has a nice vibe and décor. But this time, a few things were off in a way that’s hard to ignore. Food is usually better than this. The pizza was pretty mediocre, not awful, just… meh, and not what I’ve come to expect here. We ordered the "some like it hot", which has nduja, and even with this.. was pretty tasteless. For dessert we´ve got the "Pere e mele al forno" and it came cold and also bland, like it had been sitting too long. And for entree which we always love, we´ve got the “tower” and it didn’t come with the usual brioche, which sounds like a small detail, but it’s part of what makes that dish work. Without it, it felt incomplete. The men’s bathroom was dirty, and the soap and cream dispensers weren’t working. The women’s bathroom was also dirty, and there was no toilet paper. There was also a white plastic heater leaning against a wall in the dining area. Even if it’s necessary, it looked pretty bad and took away from the otherwise nice setting. I’m sharing this because I actually like this restaurant and have had several good meals here. I think they normally set the bar for a great restaurant in Brussels, but this time was not what I come to expect... I really hope this was just an off night but I’d love to see them taking care of the details .

I’ve been to Barracuda several times since its opening, and it has been one of my favourite places. The décor is beautiful, the atmosphere festive, and the food simple but good. I’ve had many lovely evenings there with family and friends, and have even introduced it to groups of colleagues. That’s why my recent experience was so disappointing. I contacted the restaurant a month in advance to book a table for 8 people at 7 PM for my birthday. I was told via WhatsApp that they couldn’t accommodate a group of that size at that time because it might affect the evening’s two services. The alternatives offered were a 6 PM reservation, or two separate tables at 7 PM without any guarantee they would be near each other, as seating is “automatically assigned by the system.” I explained that 6 PM was too early but that we would be coming with kids and would certainly be finished by 9 PM. Even so, the answer remained no. The rigidity and lack of flexibility were surprising, especially from an Italian restaurant, where warmth and hospitality are usually such important values. I do understand that Barracuda is often full and that they need to have rules, but the lack of customer understanding and rigidity shown in this situation were really disappointing. I’ve loved this place for a long time, but this experience honestly made me reconsider it.

With more 2K reviewers pushing this place to 4.7/5 It will be difficult for me to share my experience for dining here tonight. I believe the management needs to make a thorough review of their service level and operational capacity. Three dishes were mot available despite it is available on the menu. Our order came in two portions which made half the table just waiting for their food to arrive, while we waited as well. The result is a cold food experience. The waiter was friendly and nice. Apologized for the delay and the missing order. But it will be what it will be.

Wait 15 minutes under heavy rain despite we had a reservation. Entrance is packed and chaotic. Food was dull, risotto undercooked and salty. I am giving 3 stars only for the nice service and the general atmosphere once sat at the table

A beautiful venue with excellent decor—unfortunately, that’s the main highlight of this place. We’ve visited Big Mamma Group restaurants in Paris, London, and Lille, but this one falls below expectations. The pizza, advertised as Neapolitan, sadly does not live up to the name. It was thin and lacked the characteristic texture and flavor. The pasta was completely bland, which was surprising because we had the same dish in Lille, and it tasted entirely different. The inconsistency is disappointing and makes this location feel far removed from the high standards set by other Big Mamma Group’s restaurants. Overall, a huge culinary disappointment. The atmosphere is lovely, but if you’re looking for great Italian food, this is not the place to find it.

+2

The place is beautiful and the service is Amazing BUT the food was only okay, nothing bad but nothing great. The truffle pasta their star item, was served cold. The problem is when they pour it in the iron pan - typically cold, i think it sucks all the heat from the pasta

- Nice, beautiful restaurant with a good atmosphere. - Service was also good, no remarks. - But we had mixed feelings about the food. The appetizers were good, nothing extraordinary, but tasted good enough. The main courses pasta with truffle and pizza was something totally different. The pasta was al dente, taste of sauce was good, but the food temperature was between cold and medium. Same for the pizza. I never received a pasta and pizza this cold in a restaurant. The pizzas delivered to my house are much hotter. - Desserts were good, no remarks. In general price, portion and quality was ok, but cold main dishes 👀. Maybe would visit again and give it another chance maybe not.

So we usually like barracuda but 1. They overbooked their restaurant today so even with a reservation we were waiting 30 minutes. It’s a good restaurant but it’s not wait 30 min in the cold good. I’m sorry but it’s not. 2. The head waiter … Now here’s the thing, I like to give people the benefit of the doubt so that’s what I’m trying to do here considering that it was an exceptionally busy evening. He was tolerant of us at best. His manner did leave a LOT to be desired. He wasn’t sophisticated snobby, he was judt a bit of a grinch. At one point we were served starters and suddenly I heard someone faintly yelling over what was frankly a cacophony of guests “THATS NOT FOR YOU THATS NOT FOR YOU” He then proceeded to snatch the plates from our table and served them to the next. This was highly upsetting for the 8 year old with us whose birthday it was. I don’t know about you but I have never in all my life, not even in humble little holes in the wall, experienced service like that. That man had all the finesse of a honeybadger. But what I will say is that apart from that particular staff member, the other servers we sweet and lovely and friendly. So for their sake there are two stars for service.

Avoid, if possible. Let me start with the waiting time in front of the restaurant, despite having a reservation and that, only to see that tables are not ready because it takes the stuff ridiculously long time to clean them after someone finishes. By the time we finished our lunch (and we spent there about 1.5hrs), at least two other tables in close proximity were left uncleaned. The place is probably understaffed but that is not an excuse for the long wait (even for the bottle, that was taken out of the fridge behind us some 15 min after we ordered it), the forgotten items from our order and the visibly rude service. The food itself was horrible (potatoes were cold, pasta was not seasoned well, the desserts were tasteless and again, one of them that was supposed to be just made was cold, probably forgotten) and even the presentations were nothing special, let alone the taste. At the end of our lunch we all agreed that the best thing we had was the prosecco. I wouldn't recommend going there and dont understand the hype for this place. Again, avoid.

All style; poor performance. Firstly service was excellent and fast as it usually is in the restaurants we have visited. The environment was clean, tidy, and aesthetically pleasing. The design was fresh and high class (the dress code was mixed). These two strong positives did not translate into the performance of the food or drinks. For a restaurant with such a few options, you would expect these options to be good variety, and then perfected by their chefs. They were not. Food was delivered cold at the edges and warm in the middle. Nothing was hot. The pasta was El Dante as it should be, but they were pushing it a bit close to under-cooked. The lobster pasta was souless; I am the first to appreciate leaving room for the taste of the sea food but this sauce was weak in flavour. This fish was very very over priced for a the small pieces of warm 'lobster', which more closely resembled an artificial synthetic made meat. The Cacio E Pepe was very salty. It often can be, but this was so salty that our dish was left half full as it was too salty; this theme appeared across most other customers' tables. The Loca Colada was a solid cocktail. The tropic old fashioned was pretty poor as it was mostly juice but these things are an acquired taste, so make your own opinions. Can't vouch for the pizzas. I detest leaving negative reviews, but my hand is forced as this was a birthday meal. Sadly, I felt this place is over popularised by looks and social media, not by performance. I also felt it was over priced. I would not return or recommend it.

Beautiful restaurant but the service is a disaster (very very slow). Took 30 minutes to take our first order… and the food was not good at all, very simple. Also it was like 40 degrees inside. But nice restaurant to take pictures haha

I expected more given the hype, but the food was underwhelming. The overall flavor was not impressive and it felt like it needed more seasoning. We also had a reservation but still had to wait in line. That is unacceptable and shows poor organization. Service was okay, not particularly friendly. Being asked for a tip at the end felt strange

I was very surprised that when you order a steak, you only get the steak — no sides, and the waiter didn’t mention this at all. That was quite disappointing. On the positive side: cocktails were 10/10, and the barman deserves the same. Overall experience: 2/5. I won’t be going back, but it might still be the right place for others.

I’ve been to Barracuda twice — once shortly after they opened and again a year later — and both visits were disappointing. The first time, they forgot to bring our wine, yet still charged us for it, along with an extra dish we never ordered. On the second visit, despite having a reservation, we waited 15 minutes to be seated and nearly 40 minutes before our order was taken. One of our dishes — a risotto — was never served, and we were then told the kitchen had closed and we could only choose from three pre-prepared dishes. When we decided to leave, they tried to apologize by bringing tiramisu and limoncello shots, which we refused — but we later saw we had still been charged for several of them. It’s a shame, because the restaurant looks beautiful and we genuinely wanted to enjoy the experience.

we had a quite disappointing experience. service & ambiente: we waited 75 minutes for our food while all the tables around us - where people had arrived after us - were already served. the staff seemed to have messed up the table numbers. that‘s at least what i guess. they did not explain anything. the so called „terrace“ is just the sidewalk of a noisy & dirty street. our table and plates were quite dusty when we sat down. only after we asked him to the waiter wiped it down and brought clean plates. food: the food was alright, albeit nothing to wait for this long a time. there definitely better and tastier ways to spend your saturday evening. bonus point for the service: the waiter offered my husband a glas of wine for free. to me, however, he offered nothing. not even a bottle of water, a coffee or some dessert on the house.

Extremely overrated. Food is below average. You keep eating and eating and you do not want to eat anymore. The vibe and service - cannot complain but if you aim for good food and vibe, try different spots. I booked a table well in advance for a birthday dinner and left quite disappointed.

I had a focaccia, a pizza margarita, and a tiramisu. The focaccia was underwhelming, you could barely taste the oil and basil over the taste of burnt bread. The pizza? Came in lukewarm and became cold within five minutes. The tiramisu was delicious on the other hand, a perfect way to finish my dinner, the one thing it could have improved was having it a bit longer in the fridge but the rest is perfect. The atmosphere is nice and I love the interior design, but unfortunately in terms of waiters who can take your orders, it’s extremely understaffed at least for the top floor where I was. There was only one waiter for every table, so it was very slow. You were served pretty fast and the food tasted good, although I expected a bit better from such a considered high end restaurant.

Massively Overrated! The food is way below average. In fact the worst food we had for a while. Pasta quality is super dissapointing 😢 While the decor is somewhat nice, knowing we are in Brussels, but already quite ruined, by large crowds. Not very well maintained.

Impressive location with plenty of people-watching opportunities, right on Flagey Square. The food was average, and while the staff were friendly, they seemed quite stressed throughout the evening. After almost two hours inside, we found ourselves wanting to step outside for some fresh air. A mixed experience overall.

It's a social media hype. Not worth the money. Avoid chains, even if luxurious and well-branded and give benefit to your local independent Italian restaurant instead. You'll enjoy it. We were waiting to take our order for a while and then we waiting to be served our mains for over 25 minutes... Then, we ordered some desserts, and they also took very long. I even saw our waitress sighing when she realised we hadn't been served yet. The food is nothing special for the price. The decoration is the most remarkable aspect of the experience, really. In summary, don't waste your time nor your money...

Food was good, the vibe is on point. The service though was all over the place, dishes arriving at different times, half the table was eating while the other half watching, drinks getting mixed up, dishes were missing, the staff were apologetic, and mistakes happen. But this was a surprising second experience

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After securing a reservation at 9pm on Sunday, which was already ridiculous, but this restaurant is highly recommended, I had higher expectations. We arrived at 9pm and there was no one to greet us at the reception. There was a long line of people who apparently didn’t have a reservation ( I had an impression it’s a reservation only restaurant). We carved our way inside just to be greeted by no one again, and we stood in a line again. Finally the waiter came, confirmed our reservation and told us to wait. While continuing to seat people who came after us.Then he said to us and another couple to follow him to our seats. We were cramped at a small table, 3 people. We sat down and we immediately noticed there was no knifes available.The waiter was cold, unpleasant, other tables received their orders much faster. The whole night could be summed up for me as : watching other people eat. I didn’t receive any straw for a cocktail that was difficult to drink without it. Tables next to us got their drinks in a mug with boobs, the kind you can buy in a cheap store for bachelor party… After that I didn’t expect much, I was patiently waiting for the main course that arrived well after 10pm. The portion was ok-ish, but the pasta was undercooked ( far from al dente) and the sauce was not warm enough, but the plate was super hot… It’s definitely not worth coming back. Another overhyped restaurant in Brussels, severely understaffed and with mediocre cuisine. Cherry on top was moldy looking cheese.

No idea what the hype is about with this place, clearly people haven't experienced good food or service before? Feels like a place to be seen at and it's obviously part of a chain. The service was less than average, walked in, clearly spoke English and was given a french menu so we went and grabbed one ourselves. Why ask if you're celebrating a special occasion if you blatantly ignore it? Seems pointless. Food is average at best, I can cook better at home. Avoid this trap.

I had to change my first review which I thought was about the service staff Cassandre while in the restaurant, and she was very good, so professional and warm! But we were so not happy with the food and the rude welcoming staff. We had the fresh pasta in the cheese wheel, which was served very little, the table next to us was served much more. The pizza was much below average. The atmosphere is good for sure, but the food is not good and overpriced. I think the restaurant is relying on the good atmosphere but the demand won’t last long. I am sorry to be harsh, but we really felt cheated when we left.

Baffled that we have to pay a transaction fee in order to pay the bill via the QR code. Service was not good, food portions were small, especially given the high price of most dishes, our table of four people was small and in front of the open kitchen were it was very noisy and the waiters were constantly walking by. The restaurant is beautifully decorated but it's too crowded. Surprised that the front door is locked, isn't it dangerous in case of fire or any other scenario where people would need to leave the restaurant in a hurry?

No GF options for pizza and pasta. Very disappointed as a celiac person, and the picture attached is the only main dish I could have.

Unfortunately, there was close to nothing of vegan options on the menu. I would love to be able to be back if the menu offers plant based options. Until then, I will continue to go the best italian in Brussels (Basils) that produces its own vegan cheese. The atmosphere is very cosy and comfortable.

Avoid — Misleading Service and Tasteless Food Very disappointing because of their bad management in the kitchen. The restaurant accepts bookings until 2:30pm. After being given the full dessert menu and placing our order, we were informed the kitchen only offers tiramisu. This is very unprofessional. If the kitchen is unwilling to prepare desserts after a certain time, this should be made clear from the beginning. In addition while pizzas were good, their famous pasta truffle was under-seasoned, with no salt and no flavour. Expect 5 g of lobster for the pasta all’astice, no sign of lemon zest, and the so-called homardine sauce was watery and tasteless. The place is crammed with tables, squeezed together and very noisy. Overall, badly managed and not worth the price. I would not return.

I ordered a risotto di mare, but unfortunately it arrived without any seafood or fish at all completely empty. Some decorative on the top risotto di mare without seafood or fish is simply not acceptable. Very disappointing experience.