Café Régua Brussels
Portuguese pub
Let me tell you the story of how I one day discovered Café Régua.
I was alone, taking an early morning walk in the empty streets of Saint-Gillis. I was on my way to Bethlehem, looking for nothing in particular. I had been walking for quite some time. Weariness was around the corner. Suddenly, dark clouds congregated above my head. In the blink of an eye, an Old Testamental rain fell down on me. I had to find shelter quickly, but I foresaw trouble in finding a place already open at that unholy hour: 07:34.
Then, I saw light coming from Café Régua.
I stepped in, soaked. Warmth came my way. Gorete and Chris looked at me from behind their counter. My watch told me it was still 07:34. The ceiling and walls were wooden. Some clients were having breakfast. One was reading a newspaper. Four men were playing cards. They were before-working. I sat down at a table in the back and ordered a coffee, dripping. Some clients stared at me. Carefully, I said 'Hello'. Behind them, a climbing plant was slowly growing towards the wall clock. It indicated 07:40. Next to the counter, a bird chirped three times.
Although that particular morning might have taken on Biblical dimensions in my mind, I often come back to this small Portuguese café since that day. For a coffee or a beer, to read or chat. I adore the simplicity and calm. Things plain and simple stir the imagination. Especially when it rains.
About this spot
Vorstse Steenweg 93
- 06:00 - 18:00 daily
Beer:
€
1.50
25340886
Find your way with 292 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters
Nice place right!? There’s so much more to discover:
Discover all other hidden gems in Brussels
Le Bar Jo
Cocktail bar
The bar itself is full of New York cool, with its industrial decor made of wood and metal, its large brown sofa, and its impressive range of beers and cocktails.
By
Stéphanie
Newport
Jolie Joli Cocktail Club
Cocktails & cosiness
"Jolie Joli Cocktail Club" in Brussels certainly is beautiful. Great for an apero on a cold winter day or a drink after dinner in the adjoining restaurant!
By
William
Mertens
Nona Pizza
Honest Italian Food
"Nona Pizza" in Brussels uses only local, organic, Belgian ingredients. You have try their Fresh ricotta and Morta-bella pizzas...
By
Charlotte
Mewis
Chou Sando
Sandwiches Japanese style
Sando is a nice nickname Japanese use for sandwiches. I love it! Sandwiches have a sauce more or less spicy and are filled with veggies and/or meat or tofu.
By
Renata
Riva
Nona Pasta
Honest Italian food
"Nona Pasta" is my go-to place in Brussels for proper Italian food. Nona uses only organic Belgian ingredients because it's just better that way!
By
Charlotte
Mewis
Beiruti
Lebanese food in the city
"Beiruti" inBrussels represents a new generation of Lebanese restaurants where authentic Lebanese food, prepared in open kitchens, reaches your table fast!
By
Charlotte
Mewis
Zinneke
The other statue
The "Zinneke" in Brussels is a statue of a dog that, to me, is an accurate symbol of my city with so many contrasts, but that likes to laugh about them...
By
Renata
Riva
Coundenberg 66
Cool building in the center
"Coundenberg 66" Brussels is a magnificent building from 1898. It used to house La pharmacie anglaise de Charles Delacre and has many interesting features.
By
Renata
Riva
La Cambre Abbey
Abbey, park and arts in the city
"La Cambre Abbey" is an abbey tucked away in a corner of a small square in Brussels. I'm sure most visitors never notice it. It's a precious gem.
By
Renata
Riva
Cphagen
Nordic happiness
"Cphagen" is a little Nordic corner in Ixelles, in Brussels. It's a neat, welcoming shop with stylish products at affordable prices...
By
Renata
Riva
Heading to Brussels?
292 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
... for just €9.99
Heading to Brussels?
✓ 0 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
✓ 292 Insider Tips
✓ Escape the Crowds
✓ Find Spots nearby
✓ Authentic Stories
... for just €9.99
Our team loves Brussels
Get to know our other Spotters from Brussels
As featured on:
