In the Dansaert neighborhood, have you ever visited the Brasserie Surréaliste? It’s one of those spots you discover with a mix of surprise and fascination. Housed in a former banana warehouse dating back to 1932, this massive 1,500-square-meter Art Deco building has been transformed into a hybrid space where craft beer, fine dining, music, and contemporary art intersect. From the moment you walk in, the tone is clear… a winter garden-style glass roof, a central fountain, Rococo chandeliers, and an almost surreal atmosphere. At times, it feels like stepping into a Berlin club hidden behind a Belgian brewery.
Between industrial heritage and an electro vibe
The contrast defines the venue’s character. Beneath the soaring ceilings of the former industrial warehouse, the original structures stand alongside a spectacular fifteen-meter marble bar. And that’s not all—there are also antique church pews and an exquisitely crafted interior design. The cosmopolitan, trendy crowd gathers here as much to drink a beer as to listen to a DJ set or share a dinner with friends. Brothers Charles and Édouard Grison, founders of the project, have created a vibrant space that deliberately blurs the lines between restaurant, art space, and party venue.
House IPAs and highly sought-after tastings
In the basement, the microbrewery produces the beers served on tap right on the premises. The establishment is particularly known for its highly aromatic IPAs. For example, the “Dream” collection, brewed as single-hop beers, but it also offers seasonal creations and unique collaborations. On the food side, the vibe remains friendly with a menu of small plates to share. Black garlic pommes dauphine, cod croquettes, beef chimichurri, or smoked corn ribs. The most curious can even book a guided tour of the brewery! In fact, tours are available every Friday and Saturday. The tour is followed by a tasting of three craft beers often unavailable elsewhere.
📍Address: Placedu Nouveau Marché aux Grains 23, 1000 Brussels
