After trying another well known cocktail bar in Brussels, we were recommended The Modern Alchemist…read more We'd known about this spot, but hadn't yet given it a try. Since the wife and I have really been into cocktails lately, trying to learn as much as we can, and trying new things, we decided to check them out on a Friday night. The bartender, Mica was so kind and friendly to my wife and me. We sat at the bar to watch him work, and to admittedly pick his brain when it came to ingredients. The wife tried a classic Mai Tai and I had their Cognac Safe Ticket. You can find descriptions of their house cocktails in the pictures. I absolutely loved the CST, and found it to be so delicious with it's hint of pear. We ordered a cheese plate and two more drinks, a Dill Breaker and An Apple A Day Keeps the COVID Away... Which despite the long name, was easily, without a doubt, the one of the best cocktails my wife and I have ever had! We enjoyed talking to them about their rums, especially their Trinidadian rums. They let us try some vermouths and other ingredients we and been curious about, and the bartender was so open to all our questions and provided some great conversation as well! The vibe of this place is great. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a nice date spot, or for great cocktails. We can't wait to go back!

From the owner: The Modern Alchemist | Ben, Chris, and Seb's bar welcome you in a warm atmosphere with a neat…read moreindustrial decor. The best artisanal cocktails and premium rums in the heart of Saint-Gilles.

This is a beautiful cocktail bar! It has meticulous bohemian design inspired with tones from the…read moreEast with a little sprinkled Belgian art nouveau. You walk through the door and there is color, romantic lighting, loungy chairs, and subtle incense in the air...it is a treat for the senses. Visually, olfactory, and of course gustatory. The cocktail menu is unique and extensive, with instructions for the customer to be open to experience; they don't serve the standard cocktail, they want you to explore and try something new. This, along with the intimacy of the place (big groups are discouraged, with tables up to 4 people) makes this the perfect cocktail place. Truly a beautiful place!

One of my favorite highlights when I visited Brussels. While we were en route to go visit the…read morePalais de Justice, I notice Plumette and thought it would be a fun spot for a drink after we finished exploring the area. This has to be one of the cutest bars I've ever come across and the interior is unlike no other. The maximum seating inside is probably about 20 folks but they have a few tables outside for you to enjoy a few drinks. What stood out to me was discovering Plumette is also owned by the folks behind the coffee shop next door, Lazy Bear. The mixture of velvet, dark woods, dried flowers, and hues of glamour had me in awe. With a corner bar fully prepped to make some of the best cocktails you've ever had are just a mere order away. Plumette offered some of the best drinks I've ever had. If you're looking for a signature cocktail they proudly serve a drink called The Plantation. A few ingredients within the cocktail were amber rum, marula, lime juice, pineapple juice emulsion, peruvian bittern, and free coffee seeds. We ended up here for two rounds of cocktails and it was a lovely experience.

the service is super nice. the location is so neat and detailed! from the bar to the toilet rooms…read moreeverything made so u can enjoy your stay. then the cocktails: spectacular! everything is made to your taste buds... I have just fallen in love with this hidden gem

Awesome little cocktail spot located directly near Grand Place in the heart of Brussels…read more This place has an amazing cocktail selection and is worth a visit if you're in the area...

Beautiful cocktail place with great service. Stopped by for some cocktails pre dinner, I got the…read morecocktail of the moment and husband got the New York sour. Both very good! Servers were so polite and friendly. Recommend

Great discovery in my neighborhood in Brussels. At first I was a bit skeptical because the street…read moreisn't very nice and I hadn't heard much about it. But I was pleasantly surprised when I went there for drinks one evening. I chose the homemade ice tea as usual and have become quite an expert in this field, so trust me when I say this one was reaaallyy good! They basically make it as if it was a cocktail so they take their time and use nice ingredients. And by that I mean it has the quality of a cocktail but definitely not the price! All the drinks have very reasonable prices and it is therefor the perfect place to go with friends and stay for a few hours without ending up completely broke. The atmosphere also lends itself for fun nights with friends and the decoration is cool with a view on a very tiny but green and jungly garden. It may not have the "wauw" interior you'll find in some other places but it's definitely more casual, friendly and budget-proof than the super hip places you'll find in the neighborhood. It's a perfect in-betweener for when you don't want to spend a lot of money in a too fancy place but still want to sit in a nice looking bar with a friendly and easy feel.

Great little belgian gem of a bar. Great teas -- but what's really great is a Tripel Karmeliet on…read moretap.

What a gem! First day in Brussels and this was the best way to end the night. I recognized the…read moreowner from her caricature in the menu, and when speaking to her I quickly discovered she is as friendly as the cartoon makes her seem. We she learned we are traveling, she gave us hand written notes of recommendations for our time in Belgium! Hospitality is above and beyond . The drinks were equally strong and creative. Good vibes all around. Luckily, we are staying around the corner, so this won't be the last time we visit.

I loved this cocktail bar find. They graciously accommodated our party of 8 and were so kind. I…read moreloved the natural feel in the bar. Every single cocktail was SO good. I could have stayed for more. There was a cocktail for every taste. I look forward to our next trip!

If you're into well crafted cocktails this is a place for you. I just stick to the best cocktail…read morebar in town.. The bartender take his time elaborating the drinks to perfection and you won't be disappointed. Besides: the friendly, warm and cosy atmosphere, makes the Skylab a great place for a date:-)

The atmosphere here was outstanding. The music was the best flashback R&B/Hip-hop I've heardread more

Nice, calm, small and cosy place. Mainly for locals. Ideal for a quiet date. The cocktail selection…read moreis basic but it has a good reputation on quality (I can't say cause I hardly drink:))

Really cool little bar. A "dont miss" when your in Brussels. Loved the style, layout and…read moreatmosphere. When I win the lottery, I'm opening a bar like this. Great job!

What a let down! As our favorite haunt (Franz) was packed we decided to go to Jane's, where we had…read morea very unpleasant time. When we asked for some information about the wine they sell by the glass, the waitress just raised her eyes to the ceiling! making us feel like complete idiots! Sorry.... not all of us are wine connaisseurs! So we decided to play it safe & ordered cocktails. They turned up to to be really average. Even the promising hibiscus mojito. Then we got shifted to an other table mid-drinks in a very rude manner because it turned out the table we were sitting at was booked. But no one said anything about it and there were no "reserved" sign on the table. We found the staff just unbelievably unfriendly (and we were just 2 couples having a quiet drink, not a wild gang!) The only positive element is that this place is really quiet early-evening so you can have a good natter with your friends

Celebrated my birthday with a friend last weekend at Janes. The staff was super friendly, both for…read morethe preparation and on the day. They had reserved part of the bar for us, and made sure we had everything we need. A great place to have a cocktails, or several!

Le seul café de la place où on ne trouve quasiment jamais de Saint-Gillois. Les tenanciers sont…read moreextrêmement irrespectueux avec les habitants du quartier. Seul objectif: faire du fric!

My Yelp friend has this thing about "local" places when he travels. Cafe de la Maison du Peuple is…read moreprobably the most local place we visited when we in Brussels as this seems like a popular place where young local people hang out. Cafe de la Maison du Peuple feels like every other Cafe we been at home. Coffee, Sandwich, Salad, patrons busy on their laptops..... my Yelp friend was yawning and ended up getting Cafe + Viennoiserie (3 EUR) as his breakfast and of course I needed my beer fix. Grisette Fruits des bois (2.50 EUR) was light and fruity, perfect for drinking during lunch time. There is no table service, so you do need to go to the bar area to order and pay, then the food will be delivered to your table. The vibe here at Cafe de la Maison du Peuple is laid back and youthful. I can stay here drink beers and yelp away the whole day just like the locals!