La Fleur en Papier Doré

We visited yesterday as a research trip on the surrealist movement in Belgium. A grand photo in the adjoining window. I have to say the lady who works there was really nice to talk to and really welcoming. The bar food was really good and highly recommended. I have to say this bar/bistro is stooped in so much history and it's a must visit for the cosy ambience with original decor. We will be back soon. Wayne The Painless Artist

A fabulous nook of a bar, the walls are covered with artifacts not an inch to spare. I had a Ciney Blonde on draft that was delicious. There is a pile of board games for guests to play. There are several rooms to choose from, and a brighter area in the back.

A real, traditional bruine kroegen (brown cafe), beware of fakes! I was worried it might be packed with tourists, it was the exact opposite, just a few tables with locals having meetings and drinking a beer, what a wonderful place. You can also buy a sandwich next door and take it in with you. Highly recommended. Ranked the best bar in Europe by The European Bar Guide in 2025 with a score of 9.7 out of 10. Run by Geert van Bruaenefrom until his death in 1964 - who was a second hand dealer, prankster, gallery owner, anarchist, bistro owner, artist and trickster. Frequented by the Surrealists and Cobra artists. René Magritte, Hergé, Pierre Alechinsky, Jacques Brel, Hans Arp

Absolutely worth a stop. A rustic and cozy yet spacious bar with some quality beers on tap and plenty of other great drink options, both with and without booze. Quiet when I visited but I can see it being a lot of fun when it’s full. On a beautiful day the front room opens up to the tables on the sidewalk and can’t be beat!

One of the best bars I have ever visited in Brussels. A place visited by Magritte with unique charm and atmosphere. I discovered it by chance but will certainly come back. Edit: visited again, and the service was superb the second time, too. Very courteous ladies behind the bar :)

Easily one of the most distinct and cosy pubs in a city full of great ones. Excellent diverse small selection of beer also.

It doesn't do food anymore but I'll give it a five anyway as it was nice when we ate there in 2019. One of the classic Brussels bars with ties to Magritte and several other artists, it suffered because of Covid (like so many places) and has only recently reopened as just a bar (but you can buy sandwiches next door and take them in). Well worth a visit.

Honestly had it not been pouring rain we would not have found this gem. We ducked in because of the downpour and found a warm cozy amazing little bar. The staff very welcoming and friendly and it is clearly a regulars place. Don't miss if you are nearby.