Are you looking for the best clubs and bars in Brussels? Look no further, we are here to help. Hard techno, casual parties, td’s, chill bars, drag shows, karaoke bars,... You name it, Brussels has it all! Here you will find two ways to discover your ideal place to go out, first you can take our arrow quiz. Underneath you can find an extensive list, classified by genre, with explanations about the various clubs and bars by locals.
Have fun and get home safe x
Arrow quiz
Per genre
Click on a category and find the places that speaks to you most
Techno
Student friendly
Nice and cheap partying among the students.
Regular bar of the VUB students.
The ULB counterpart of the BSG aka French BSG.
Student café with a rich cultural programme .
Queer
A cabaret in Brussels known for its transformist shows.
A venue that has a lot of different things to offer like, drag shows, cabaret, etc. But also plenty of beers from a selection of fine Belgian microbreweries
Brussels gay bar with a friendly and open atmosphere.
Bar for LGBTQIA+, non-binary folks and allies.
Gay friendly party every sunday in the center of Brussels.
Karaoke
Rent a room with your friends to sing your heart out
If you’re not afraid to sing in front of a crowd this is the place to be
Bar
Eclectic bar with a cozy atmosphere and inexpensive choice of various beers.
Trendy and vast terrace right next to the student district in Etterbeek.
Located in the hippest street of Brussels, the barbeton is a popular bar with a lovely terrace and friendly service.
One of the few remaining typical Brussels café. You will find all kinds of people here around a good beer and a chess board.
Typical Brussels pub-like café with a great variety and prices for beer
During the day it is a classic brasserie but at night it transforms to a dance bar where it’s not unusual to dance on the tables.
Bar with over 2,000 varieties of beer, brewery memorabilia and live music on Thursday nights.
Not your regular beer selection. With over 150 beers from microbreweries you are guaranteed to find something new you will like.
Live music bars
A place where you can randomly discover new music and people from all over the world. Located in the heart of Brussels. Live music almost everyday.
Art-deco style cocktail bar, opened in 1937, with sofas, an art gallery and live music in the evening.
Madame Moustache is neo-cabaret in the heart of Brussels. It’s both a club and a concert venue with free entrance on Thursday nights.
Cocktails
A unique setting between industrial and steampunk, the Green Lab offers you the opportunity to taste various gins or cocktails.
Great range of cocktails on the St-Géry square
A unique interior in a small and cosy place, but they don’t accept groups above 4 people!
Creative cocktails, wine and champagne in a charming vintage setting.
Original cocktails with homemade ingredients!
Unique locations
Located in an old anglican church. This place will offer you the nigth of your life with its huge dancefloor and spectacular ambience.
Hosting various events, Plein Publiek offers four unique event spaces in Palais de la Dynastie, including their signature greenhouse.
On a budget
60 HD screens to watch sport events, 2 floors, DJs every night, the LONGEST Happy Hour, extensive selection of spirits, beers and cocktails.
A dimly lit Irish pub with regular live music, a disco area and large TVs for sporting events.
Open every day of the week in the heart of Brussels to enjoy good cocktails in a very welcoming atmosphere. Best happy hour deals in town.
Afro beats
A great mix between the best Afrobeats vibes, a great crowd, and the vibrations of a unique atmosphere every Saturday.
International bars
The former via via bar has become an open and multilingual meeting place for both Brussels locals and travelers.
Probabbly the most famous Irish pub in Brussels situated on the place de la bourse
Music venue
Legendary concert venue that has seen the biggest stars. The AB has a broad-ranging programme and is a true breeding ground for young artists.
It's unique architecture and history makes this venue unforgettable. The great acoustics will leave you memorable night.
The botanique is located in the former botanical gardens. Concerts take place in this unique location, with atmospheric and intimate spaces. Their music offer is very eclectic. Be sure to attend their yearly music festival “Les nuits botanique”.