Things to Do in Quartier des Quais, Brussels Brussels' old docklands north of the Bourse, where filled-in harbor basins survive as broad quays named for fish, grain, and timber.
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Tulitu ★ 4.8 · 237 Bookstore
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 11 AM – 7 PM
Sat 11 AM – 7 PM
Sun Closed
Docks Caviar! Flea Market
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 7 PM
Sat 11 AM – 7 PM
Sun 1 PM – 7 PM Where to eat & drink in Quartier des Quais
Charli ★ 4.5 · 1.7k Bakery· €1–10
A bakery known for its bread, pastries, and coffee, offering both sweet and savory products in a busy atmosphere.
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 7 PM
Sat 7:30 AM – 7 PM
Sun 8 AM – 6 PM
Life Is Beautiful ★ 4.8 · 903 Cocktail Bar· €10-20
A Brussels venue offering crafted cocktails, premium spirits, barware, and cocktail workshops.
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 6 PM – 12 AM
Fri 6 PM – 1 AM
Sat 6 PM – 1 AM
Sun Closed
Au Bassin ★ 4.4 · 3.6k Pub· €10-20
A multi-level bar with a lively atmosphere, known for its wide selection of drinks, board games, and stand-up comedy nights.
Mon 4 PM – 12 AM
Tue–Thu 4 PM – 1 AM
Fri 4 PM – 1:30 AM
Sat 2 PM – 1:30 AM
Sun 2 PM – 12 AM
Chicago Café ★ 4.4 · 2.9k Breakfast· €20–30
Laid-back daytime cafe offering light fare, brunch specials & homemade cakes, plus sidewalk tables.
Every day 9 AM – 4 PM
KaraFun Brussel ★ 4.9 · 6.9k Bar· €10–20
Mon Closed
Tue 3 PM – 10 PM
Wed–Thu 6 PM – 1 AM
Fri 3 PM – 3 AM
Sat 3 PM – 3 AM
Sun 3 PM – 10 PM Belgian· $$$
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Shooters Brussels - Shooting Range & Cocktail Bar ★ 4.9 · 544 Cocktail Bar
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Le Vismet ★ 4.5 · 581 Seafood· €40-90
This watering hole in Brussels’ fish market never disappoints. Everything is authentic from the characterful premises to the open kitchen and the bubbly vibe.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 12 PM – 2 PM, 7 PM – 10 PM
Sat 12 PM – 2 PM, 7 PM – 10 PM
Sun Closed
Le Cheval Marin ★ 4.6 · 1.1k Bar· €10-20
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 5 PM – 1 AM
Fri 5 PM – 2 AM
Sat 4 PM – 2 AM
Sun 4 PM – 11 PM
Mer du Nord ★ 4.6 · 5.1k Seafood· €10-20
A standing seafood counter and restaurant on Place Sainte-Catherine, known for fresh fish, shellfish, shrimp croquettes, oysters, and seafood soup served in a lively, street-market setting.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 8 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat 8 AM – 6:30 PM
Sun 11 AM – 6:30 PM
Le Selecto ★ 4.5 · 1.4k Restaurant· €40-80
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 12 PM – 2:30 PM, 7 PM – 10:30 PM
Fri 12 PM – 2:30 PM, 7 PM – 11 PM
Sat 12 PM – 2:30 PM, 7 PM – 11 PM
Sun Closed
Roskam ★ 4.4 · 617 Live Music· €1–10
A classic city center bar in Brussels, known for its selection of beers, live music, and jazz concerts.
Mon–Tue 4 PM – 1 AM
Wed–Thu 4 PM – 2 AM
Fri 4 PM – 3 AM
Sat 4 PM – 3 AM
Sun 4 PM – 1 AM
Au Laboureur ★ 4.3 · 1.0k Bar· €1–10
A local Brussels cafe and bar known for its variety of beers, fish soup, garnaal croquettes, and steak.
Every day 10 AM – 12 AM
Walvis Cafe ★ 4.4 · 3.2k Belgian· €20–30
A cozy cafe known for its burgers, moules frites, and full English breakfast, offering a kids' corner and portable chargers.
Mon 9 AM – 11 PM
Tue–Thu 9 AM – 12 AM
Fri 9 AM – 1 AM
Sat 10 AM – 1 AM
Sun 10 AM – 10 PM Planning time in Quartier des Quais?
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1 Charli 2 Life Is Beautiful 3 Au Bassin 4 Chicago Café 5 KaraFun Brussel 6 Barge 7 Tulitu 8 Shooters Brussels - Shooting Range & Cocktail Bar 9 Le Vismet 10 Le Cheval Marin Ready to plan Quartier des Quais? Turn these Quartier des Quais picks into a day-by-day Brussels plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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