In Brussels, commerce also tells its story through encounters, advice and neighbourhood routines. The 2026 Commerce Labels bring that richness into focus: according to the account on my website, 42 businesses were recognised by the City of Brussels.
I attended the award evening. For Bonjour Bruxelles, I have brought together the 42 recognised businesses, confirmed by Entreprendre Bruxelles – Ondernemen Brussel, with links to continue exploring. The awards highlight different contributions to city life: local connections, talent, commitment and Brussels heritage.
Four categories, many Brussels talents
The distinctions offer a panorama of Brussels commerce. They cover everyday services, distinctive skills and concepts, responsible practices and addresses that help shape the capital’s identity.
Everyday commerce: familiar places in our neighbourhoods
The first category recognises the role of local businesses: services, shopping and meeting places that contribute to neighbourhood life.
- Chez Kloé
- Coiffure Récré
- Coureur Brussels
- Kafenio
- Le Maquis
- Mehtap & Fils
- Café Palto
- Papeterie New Pen
- Steylemans
- Yummy Bowl
Expertise & Distinctiveness: businesses with character
This distinction values creativity, expertise and individual approaches. It brings together businesses with different identities rather than limiting them to one trade.
- Aravinda Rodenburg Bespoke
- Atelier YogaSamkya
- Bouche
- Care by Ka
- Corné Dynastie
- Flylounge
- LSCRNR – Atelier du Cuir
- Lady Paname
- Laurent Gerbaud
- Mamabubble
- Manneken Pis Café
- Mr Ego
- Paprika’s Kitchen
- Saskia Shutt
- SUGG
Committed commerce: recognising responsibility
Three businesses are named in this category, which focuses on people, the environment and responsible practices.
Iconic Brussels place: addresses that help define the city
These places are recognised for their contribution to the history, heritage and identity of Brussels.
- Brauer
- Librairie Brüsel
- Comme chez soi
- Restaurant de l’Ogenblik
- La Brouette
- Le Roy d’Espagne
- Monsel
- Passa Porta
- Ristorante Pizzeria Mirante
- Poechenellekelder
- Sauvage décor
- Théâtre de Toone
Two more addresses in the 2026 selection
The official list published by Entreprendre Bruxelles – Ondernemen Brussel in the video description also recognises these two businesses:
Step inside and discover more
These awards are an opportunity to see Brussels businesses afresh. They may inspire a new discovery or a return to a familiar address. The links let you discover each business: official websites, social pages or map listings, depending on the available information.
You can also read my feature on the labelled businesses and explore my other favourite addresses.
The award video
The “Brussels Shopping Label 2026” video, published by Entreprendre Bruxelles – Ondernemen Brussel, accompanies the account of this edition.
The evening in pictures
