Italy at Our Table

Gusto Trattoria: Italian cuisine made with heart, at Le Châtelain in Ixelles

There are restaurants where you simply go to eat. And then there are those places where you feel right at home from the very first moment, where the aromas from the kitchen stir up memories, and where every meal becomes a true moment of pleasure. Welcome to Gusto Trattoria, your Italian restaurant in the heart of Ixelles, just a few steps from Place du Châtelain.

Since 2006, Francesco and his team have been bringing to life a certain vision of Italy: one of large, lively tables, recipes passed down with love, generous portions, and that special warmth that transforms a simple dinner into a beautiful memory.

At Gusto, we don’t set out to reinvent Italian cuisine. We prefer to stay true to it, honor it, and above all, share it with you.

Italian flavors inspired by Sicilian tradition

The cuisine at Gusto Trattoria draws its inspiration from Francesco’s Sicilian roots and the great Italian culinary traditions.

Here, we love dishes with character, flavor combinations that evoke the Mediterranean sun, and recipes that make you want to mop up every last bit of sauce from your plate.

Delicious pasta, flavorful antipasti, hearty salads, meat and fish specialties, Italian desserts… Our menu showcases the simple, authentic pleasures of traditional Italian cuisine.

And because a good Italian meal is also enjoyed with a glass of wine, our selection of Italian wines complements your culinary discoveries, from the aperitif through to the very end of the meal.

A true Italian trattoria where we love to welcome guests

At Gusto, hospitality isn’t just a detail—it’s part of who we are.

Francesco grew up in the restaurant business. He knows that a restaurant is about more than just what’s served on the plate. It’s also about the smile that greets you upon arrival, the attention paid to your table, the spontaneous conversations, and the sincere joy of seeing you again.

It’s this family spirit that we cultivate every day, in a relaxed, warm, and lively atmosphere.

Whether you’re a local regular, a lover of Italian cuisine, or simply passing through Brussels, you’re always welcome here.

Your Italian restaurant in Châtelain, for whatever you’re in the mood for

Located on Rue Fourmois, near Place du Châtelain, Gusto Trattoria welcomes you to one of the most pleasant neighborhoods in Ixelles.

A lunch with coworkers, a romantic dinner, an evening with friends, a family meal, or simply the desire to rediscover the flavors of Italy: any occasion is a good reason to stop by.

On sunny days, our terrace extends the pleasure of lunch or dinner in the neighborhood’s lively atmosphere.

Since 2006, the joy of serving you

What makes us most proud isn’t just the years spent in the kitchen or the countless plates we’ve served.

It’s the customers who keep coming back, the families who’ve known us for years, the new faces discovering Gusto, and the conversations that have continued over the years.

Because, deep down, our greatest specialty might just be this: making you feel at home, with all the generosity and warmth of Italy.

See you soon at Gusto!

Francesco and the entire Gusto Trattoria team

Gusto Trattoria – Italian Restaurant in Ixelles

32 Rue Fourmois, 1050 Ixelles – Châtelain neighborhood, Brussels

Reserve your table and come share a true taste of Italy with us.