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Brussels’ best beer terraces
Brussels may not always have the weather, but it has plenty of terrace tables just waiting for that moment when the Sun gods shine on the city.
Just be prepared to race the locals to these best tables for cool beers on a warm day .
Le Bar du Matin
Chaussée d'Alsemberg 172, 1190 Forest, BelgiumDespite its unpromising location on the corner of a busy junction, a buzzy, friendly crowd loves the suntrap terrace here.
If the curated selection of craft beers don’t relax you enough, try the deckchairs for a literally laid-back vibe.
Bar du Gaspi
Chaussée de Haecht 309, 1030 Bruxelles, BelgiumAlong with the lovely Parc Josaphat and the cute volunteer-run Beer Museum, this is another great reason to visit Schaerbeek.
Sip artisanal beers on its corner terrace, facing the beautiful art nouveau houses of Avenue Louis Bertrand .
L’Athénée
Rue Jules Bouillon 2, 1050 Ixelles, BelgiumThe interior might be all grunge and gloom, but the terrace occupying the large square outside is anything but.
It’s popular with students after dark , and a great spot for a beer in the shade of the Saint Boniface church.
Brasserie Verschueren
Parvis de St-Gilles 11, 1060An arty, vintage hangout at one end of the bustling Parvis, the heart of boho Saint Gilles.
Come on Thursdays for an evening market of food vans, mobile wine bars and musicians, turning the entire square into one big terrace party .
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