Summer is well and truly here, and Brussels is already vibrating to the rhythm of the fine weather! The terraces are coming alive, the guinguettes are coming back to life, and the glasses are clinking in the sunshine. Friends and family are gathering, cocktails in hand, to make the most of the long summer evenings. Here’s our selection of not-to-be-missed guinguettes in Brussels!
In Brussels, guinguettes have become a fixture of the summer season, offering residents and visitors convivial open-air spaces nestled in the heart of the capital’s parks. As soon as the warm weather returns, these ephemeral bars open their terraces and invite you to relax over a drink or a dish prepared with local produce, often organic and in season.
Each guinguette is named after its host park – Maurice at Parc du Cinquantenaire, Henri at Parc Georges Henri, Emile at Parc Duden, Fabiola at Parc Roi Baudouin and André at Parc de Laeken – and offers a varied program of concerts, creative workshops, yoga, board games and pétanque tournaments, promoting conviviality and encounters. See you there?
L’Écluse in the Parc de la Porte de Ninove
L’Écluse, located in the Parc de la Porte de Ninove, offers a vast 350 m2 terrace to soak up the sun. An ideal setting for families.
📍 Quai de l’Industrie 20, 1080 Anderlecht.
⏰ Wed-Sat 4pm-10pm, Sun 2pm-8pm, Mon-Mar closed.
Guinguette Vincent in Evere
We’re heading for Evere this time! In the Parc du Bon Pasteur, you’ll enjoy nibbling on local and organic produce, with scheduled concerts, yoga and more…
📍 Parc Bon Pasteur, 1140 Evere.
⏰11am-10pm.
Woodpecker Drohme in Boitsfort
Woodpecker Drohme is located in the Jardin du Pesage, at the Hippodrome de Boitsfort. On the program: burgers, beers and a great atmosphere.
📍 Chau. de la Hulpe 51, 1180 Uccle.
⏰ 10h-21h
Guinguette Maurice at Parc du Cinquantenaire
Guinguette Maurice is one of the best-known guinguettes in Brussels! It’s located in the Parc du Cinquantenaire. We love coming here to enjoy a glass of wine under the parasols.
📍 Parc du Cinquantenaire, 1000 Brussels.
⏰ 10h-22h.
Woodpecker in Brussels’ Parc Royal
Strolling through the city center? Stop for a drink in Brussels’ sublime Parc Royal. The Woodpecker offers plenty to drink among the trees.
📍 Pl. des Palais 5, 1000 Brussels.
⏰ 9am-10pm (7am-10pm Sun).
The three guinguettes in the Bois de la Cambre
In the Bois de la Cambre, there’s not one, not two, but three guinguettes! If you want to be right in the heart of the trees, choose Le Flore. For a hot dog or croque monsieur on the go, head for Woodpecker. For a cozy spot with lanterns and soft music, head for Le Kiosque.
📍 Le Flore, Av. de Flore 3/4.
⏰ Thu 5pm-00am, Sat-Sun 12pm-6pm
📍 Woodpecker, Carr des Attelages 1.
⏰ 12pm-7pm (Fri 7:30pm, Sat 11am-7:30pm, Sun 11am-7pm).
📍 Le Kiosque, Av. des Gênets.
⏰ 9h-22h.
The three guinguettes of Josaphat Park (Schaerbeek)
Is Parc Josaphat jealous of Bois de la Cambre? It too has three guinguettes where you can settle in all summer long! For piadinas and Japanese cherry blossom, head for Guinguette Populeir. For an aperitif with karaoke, head for Guinguette Saint Sébastien. And if you fancy an ice cream just a stone’s throw from the ponds, choose La Laiterie.
📍 Guinguette Populeir
⏰Wed-Sun 11am-8pm (3pm Wed, 11am-10pm Sat).
📍 Guinguette Saint Sébastien
⏰ Wed-Sun 3pm-8pm (11pm Thu-Fri)
📍 La Laiterie
⏰11am-8pm
ABY bar in Forest
Near Square Omer Denis in Forest, Buvette ABY offers a quiet place to nibble and enjoy a drink with friends. DJ sets are scheduled throughout the season.
📍 Pl. Saint-Denis, 1190 Forest.
⏰ 3pm-11pm except Sat-Sun 11am-11pm.
Guinguette Chez Emile in Parc Duden (Forest)
Along with Woodpecker, the Guinguettes Barc group is one of Brussels’ guinguette behemoths. Chez Emile is another great place to have a drink in Forest.
📍 Parc Duden, 1190 Forest.
⏰ 10h-22h
Woodpecker at Parc de Wolvendael (Uccle)
Does Woodpecker have the monopoly on guinguettes in Brussels? Could be! But thanks to its delicious cuisine and impeccable service, it’s still a safe bet!
📍 Dieweg, 1180 Uccle.
⏰ Mon-Mar 2pm-8.30pm, Wed 12pm-8.30pm, Thu 12pm-9.30pm, Fri 2pm-9.30pm, Sat 12pm-9.30pm, Sun 12pm-8.30pm
Parckfarm at Tour & Taxis
With its micro-greenhouse look set along the paths of Tour & Taxis park (near Boulevard du Jubilé), you’ll immediately feel disconnected from the city and on vacation!
📍 Bd du Jubilé 202, 1080 Molenbeek-Saint-Jean.
⏰ Wed 2-6pm, Fri 4-7pm, Sat 2-6pm
Guinguette André in Parc de Laeken
View of the Atomium, idyllic setting near the Parc d’Osseghem… we can’t recommend a visit to the guinguette in Parc de Laeken enough!
📍 Parc de Laeken, 1020 Brussels.
⏰ 11am-10pm.
Guinguette Fabiola in Parc Roi Baudouin (Jette)
Concerts, yoga, meditation, theater, circus and workshops await you at the friendly Guinguette Fabiola, located in the Parc Roi Baudouin in Jette. Here’s to the sun!
📍 Parc Roi Baudouin, 1090 Jette.
⏰ 11am-10pm.
La Guinguette des Étangs (Tipi) (Anderlecht) – opening June 6, 2025
La Guinguette des Étangs, also nicknamed “Tipi!”, is located near Marius Renard in Anderlecht. With its deckchairs and peaceful setting overlooking the pond… you’ll feel right at home!
📍 Rue du Lievre 129, 1070 Anderlecht.
⏰ 3pm-10pm (11pm Thu-Sat, from noon Sat-Sun-Wed).
La Guinguette Henri in Woluwe-Saint-Lambert
La Guinguette Henri is well known for its hamburgers, charcuterie, cheeses, and the good atmosphere that reigns all summer long. Perfect for a few beers.
📍 Parc Georges Henri, 1200 Woluwe-Saint-Lambert.
⏰ 11am-10pm.