We love Brussels’ cozy café-bookstores. Their wooden shelves, their selection of books, the aroma of coffee, and the sweet scent of pastries… Is there a more comforting place? Here’s our selection of the best café-bookstores in Brussels.
Le Millefeuille
Tucked away on a small street in Ixelles, Le Millefeuille charms visitors with its warm atmosphere and slightly bohemian charm. Here, you can enjoy a coffee, brunch, or pastry surrounded by secondhand books, in a setting perfect for both reading and long conversations. A true haven for lovers of words, the café also prioritizes local products and an eco-friendly approach.
Librairie Jaune
Halfway between an independent bookstore and a neighborhood café, Jaune is one of those spots where you’ll want to linger. With a carefully curated selection of books, a few homemade treats, and a friendly atmosphere, it’s the perfect place to read in peace or discover the staff’s passionate recommendations.
Did you know you can leisurely sip a coffee inside the Filigranes bookstore in Brussels? This giant among Brussels bookstores features a cozy café corner where you can grab a drink between book purchases.
Piola Piccola
The little sister of Piola Libri, Piola Piccola elegantly blends Italian culture and the art of living. Here , you can flip through an Italian novel or a coffee-table book while savoring an espresso, a focaccia, or a sweet treat from across the Alps. An intimate spot that makes you feel like you’re taking a break in a bookshop-café in Rome or Milan.
Piola Libri
It’s impossible to sum up Piola Libri in a single category: at once an independent bookstore, an Italian restaurant, and a wine bar, this spot embodies a true Italian way of life. People come here just as much to find a novel as to share a lunch, enjoy an aperitif with a good glass of wine, or attend a concert or literary event. A welcoming spot where literature, gastronomy, and culture come together in the heart of the European Quarter.
