"Cute bar with a good bottle selection. I mainly came here to get a bottle of Westvleteren 12, which they did have, although it may be a little cheaper elsewhere. Still the atmosphere is pretty good."
AKA The Good Old Times . NOT to be mistaken for Laissez les bons temps rouler (Let the Good Times Roll , the catch phrase for Mardi Gras, though that can be accomplished here. This bar was the last stop on the beer and chocolate tour provided by The Brussels Journey. On that particular section of the tour we were introduced to the trappist beers: a Westmalle Double (on tap and Rochefort 10. My dad and I found out that we were particularly fond of trappist beers and for the next two visits we did a degustation of their trappist beer selection as due to the high ABV they served as a nightcap. Anna was our bartender during our visits. Though she was present at the tour she was much more helpful...
'To a Good Old Time ', and this bar certainly gave me a really good time. In fact it was probably close to being one of the best bars that I went to in Brussels. First of all the staff were awesome, and secondly the patrons were really friendly and welcoming, and made little old me, and outsider, not only feel comfortable, but also a part of the furniture. Another thing that stood out about this place was that the neighbours are those typical lets move in next door to a pub and then incessently complain about the noise type of neighbours because we found outsides on the receiving end of a couple of glasses of water. Oh, and the other thing about this bar is that it is one of those bars that...
Really lovely bar with gorgeous 1920s detail. Prices were a bit more expensive than other local bars. One reason to go check this place out is because they do serve Trappist Westveleteren, which is one of the best beers in the world and very difficult to obtain. I was told by a local that to get this beer, you have to go to the abbey and they will only sell you two cases. You can't buy less than two cases and you can't buy more than two cases! So even though the Trappist Westveleteren is 12 euros, it's worth coming here!
I was told about this bar from a co worker. You would never think about walking down this dark hidden alley. Once inside it has a cozy garden level apartment feel to it. This Pub is perfect. Really love all the old history about it. I really just came to sample the Westvleteren 12 supposedly the best and rarest beer the world, though overrated at 15 Euros for a pint. Cash only and clean restrooms. I would say a must visit if you are in Brussels.
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This was part of our beer and chocolate tour. Glad this was a stop as it was a fun bar, where you took a step back into time. It's definitely an oldie, but felt like you were hanging out in the original Belgium bar scene of yesteryear. Had a couple great brews : would venture back and recommend to folks wanting to try a local feeling spot!
This is an experience that should do. It is a bit hard to find and it is a bit small, but it is a cool place that is friendly. That being said, to be honest, the primary reason I go there is to get one of the best, most difficult beers to find in the world (now at €15).
Very nice bar hidden down an alley in downtown Brussels. I really wish I had taken a picture of the beautiful decor, great chill atmosphere for a drink! Tip you need to be buzzed into the bathroom, so make sure to ask the staff to let you in!
I stumbled into this place by happy accident on more than one occasion. It is historic, gorgeous and maybe the most warm and welcoming bar in the world. Plus they serve the Trappist Westvleteren 12, the holy grail of beers.
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One of the coolest bars I've been to in Europe. This is a must in Brussels. It has exactly the vibe you think of with an older, wooden, hidden bar. I will be recommending this to everyone I know who's coming to Brussels.
Cute bar with a good bottle selection. I mainly came here to get a bottle of Westvleteren 12, which they did have, although it may be a little cheaper elsewhere. Still the atmosphere is pretty good.
