The Best Local Bars in Brussels

Explore the lively bar scene in Brussels. From cozy cafes to trendy rooftop bars, our Spotters have discovered the best local bars to enjoy great conversations and even better drinks. Grab the perfect coffee at Café Tiera, unwind at Chez Emile or sip cocktails at Perché, a rooftop bar with a relaxed vibe and stunning views. Discover these and many more local gems to experience the vibrant bar scene of Brussels.

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Our local in Brussels

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Our local in Brussels

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Sarah

Our local in Brussels

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Our local in Brussels

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Our local in Brussels

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Our local in Brussels

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Our local in Brussels

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Chez Richard

A real Brussels bistro

"Chez Richard" in Brussels is a truly local bar in a building from the 1890s! The terrace is always packed with good people. Try their 'fricandelle'...

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Snacks

William

Mertens

Jul 8, 2025

Nightshop

Natural Wines in Sainte-Catherine

Standing in front of what looked like an open garage, a busy wine bar like no other was waiting for me. Looking at it, I was mesmerized...

Bars

Restaurants

Emilia

D'Ettorres

Jul 6, 2025

Le Conteur

Middle-Eastern Flavors

Dishes come with bold and rich flavors, which blend different cultures and cuisines. Our choices fell on some mezze, including a tasty paprika hummus...

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Restaurants

Emilia

D'Ettorres

Jul 6, 2025

Place Sainte-Catherine

Vibrant square in Brussels

"Place Sainte-Catherine" is one of Brussels' most characteristic zones, and although tourists love it, locals love it even more for its versatility!

Bars

Coffee & tea

Relaxing

Restaurants

Charlotte

Mewis

Jul 4, 2025

KFK Hope

Bar, concerts and events

"KFK Hope" is a central cafe/bar that brings all the locals together. A perfect combo of food, drinks and good music. Concerts on Wednesdays.

Bars

Music

Charlotte

Mewis

Jul 4, 2025

Madame Moustache

Drinks, concerts, club

"Madame Moustache" is a neo-cabaret in Brussels and my go-to place for drinking and dancing! I love its daytime terrace & and its variety of parties...

Bars

Music

Charlotte

Mewis

Jul 4, 2025

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The Best Local Bars in Brussels

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Bars

Stéphanie

Charlotte

You?

Sarah

Wouter

Emilia

Anna

William

Petra

André

Davy

Renata

Nettah

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Stéphanie

Charlotte

You?

Sarah

Wouter

Emilia

Anna

William

Petra

André

Davy

Renata

Nettah

Chez Richard

A real Brussels bistro

William

Mertens

Nightshop

Natural Wines in Sainte-Catherine

Emilia

D'Ettorres

Le Conteur

Middle-Eastern Flavors

Emilia

D'Ettorres

Place Sainte-Catherine

Vibrant square in Brussels

Charlotte

Mewis

KFK Hope

Bar, concerts and events

Charlotte

Mewis

Madame Moustache

Drinks, concerts, club

Charlotte

Mewis

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