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Half en half is a typical drink from Brussels. Invented in the late 1930ies, this festive drink is served in a champagne glass and contains 50% white wine and 50% champagne. When you visit the Belgian capital for the first time or guide your visiting...
One of our favorite Summer activities in Brussels is hanging out with friends in a rooftop bar. There is no better way to enjoy a sunny day than by taking in a beautiful view over the city with a cocktail in hand. Brussels has some nice rooftop bars ...
Apart from many excellent beer bars, Brussels also holds a range of one-of-a-kind bars. They usually stand out by their atypical setting and quirky decor, thereby creating a unique experience. Did you already know these special bars?
Steps from L’Athenée, STAM is a authentic Brussels bar situated on a pleasant little square, overlooked by the old, slightly battered buildings which feature in this part of Ixelles. When we are in the area, we love going there to have a beer in the ...
Despite its location in the heart of Brussels, along the Mont des Arts, very few people know about this little oasis of peace situated on the rooftop of the Royal Library. Apart from the quietude, the other great thing about this place is the amazing...
Le Cercueil is French for ‘coffin’ and the name of one of Brussels’ quirkiest bars situated just off Grand Place. The façade featuring a skeleton on a broom already hints that there’s something weird to be discovered here. Feeling intrigued? Walk in ...
The square in front of the Saint Boniface church is always crowded due to the many bars and restaurants. What few people know, though, is that there’s also a square behind the church, which is home to the small bar L’Athenée. This is one of my favori...
The brasserie La Lunette is conveniently situated on Place de la Monnaie, which makes it a nice retreat from the swarm of shoppers in the Rue Neuve. As a brasserie, La Lunette serves both beer and food. When I go there, it's for the beer though... an...
Cospaia, situated in a side street of Avenue de la Toison d’Or and steps away from the metro stop Louisa, is a very unique rooftop bar and restaurant. The terrace offers a beautiful view over the imposing Palace of Justice whereas the indoor rooftop ...
Situated in the city center of Brussels, from June on, the Beursschouwburg temporarily moves its Beurscafé to the rooftop on the fifth floor. This rooftop bar is a really nice alternative venue, with good music, happy people and a great panoramic vie...
Looking for an original way to explore Brussels? After offering city walks in several other Belgian cities, the Beer Tasting Tour has come to Brussels too. These guided city tours focus on the Brussels beer culture and history. What's especially nice...
Tucked away in a small alley, Théatre Royal de Toone is one of my favorite bars in the city center. Despite its hidden location, many visitors still flock into this pub for various reasons. Some are looking for a cozy and authentic setting close to G...
In the middle of the city center, but tucked away in a small alley, lies A La Bécasse, one of the oldest cafés of Brussels that dates back to the 19th century.
When you live in a small or shared apartment in Brussels, it's not always possible to adopt a pet. Luckily, when you're in need of fluffy cuddles, you can always go to Le New Chatouille where a bunch of cats are waiting to be pet. It’s one of the few...
