Friture René, Traditional Belgian restaurant in Anderlecht, Belgium.
Friture René is a Belgian restaurant in Anderlecht featuring home-style cooking with wooden furnishings and red-and-white checkered tablecloths throughout. The small, traditional dining space displays a printed menu focused on local specialties and simple preparations.
The restaurant opened in 1932 and moved to its current location at Place de la Resistance several years later. The Piolon family took over management in 1987 and continues to operate it today.
The restaurant keeps Belgian culinary traditions alive through family recipes passed down over time. Diners here experience a way of eating that connects generations and remains rooted in local customs.
The restaurant operates from Wednesday through Sunday with lunch and dinner service at set times. It is recommended to call ahead for a reservation, especially during busy periods, to ensure you get a table.
After meals conclude, Nicolas, the owner's son, performs a Chinese tea ceremony for guests. This unexpected tradition brings an Eastern cultural touch to the Belgian dining experience.
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