Natural wine is the rockstar of the wine world: vinified without added sulfites or sulfur, it lives its life without a net, revealing the full force of its terroir. Fragile, unpredictable, sometimes slightly fizzy on the palate, it shakes up our taste buds with its raw, unfiltered aromas. Are you in Brussels and want to dive into this fascinating universe? Here are our 6 favorite natural wine bars where you can toast to nature in all its splendor!
Tortue
Located in Uccle, Tortue is the perfect neighborhood bar. We love its wooden counter and bottle-filled shelves. This friendly spot offers a cutting-edge selection of natural wines, mainly from French and Italian biodynamic vineyards. With over 300 references and 12 wines available by the glass, every visit is a tasting adventure! It’s also enhanced by seasonal, local and often organic dishes, for a perfect marriage of authentic wines and tasty cuisine.
📍Address: Rue Edith Cavell 34, 1180 Uccle
Le Petit Canon
Tucked away in a small alleyway off Rue Lesbroussart, Le Petit Canon is one of Brussels’ most charming wine bars. With its spacious terrace and tables adorned with aromatic plants, the atmosphere is both bucolic and convivial. The establishment offers an excellent selection of natural and organic wines. These are mainly European, and suggestions are regularly updated. Le Petit Canon is also the perfect place to enjoy summer or warm up in winter. Don’t miss their “Happy Oyster” on Sundays: for every bottle of white wine purchased, 6 oysters are offered!
📍 Address: Rue Lesbroussart 91, Ixelles 1050
La Flaque
As soon as you enter La Flaque, you’re plunged into a retro ’70s atmosphere, with antique furniture and vibrant decor. This natural wine bar is located in the dynamic Sainte-Catherine district. Its quirky spirit and warm atmosphere have made it an instant favorite. Whether in its vintage-style interior or on its lively terrace overlooking the neighborhood’s comings and goings, you can enjoy carefully selected natural wines. Accompany them with antipasti to share, all in a relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere.
📍 Address: Quai aux briques 84, 1000 Brussels
Calmos
Calmos, self-proclaimed “bistroquet”, is a bar in Saint-Gilles that plays the retro card with its zinc counter and bistro-style tables. Created by two friends with a passion for good times and good wine, this cosy venue offers exclusively natural wines, some served by the taffy and preserved in barrels to limit waste. With a diverse range of wines at affordable prices, the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. On the plates, tapas and simple but tasty platters are shared in a warm, no-fuss setting.
📍 Address: Rue de Tamines 1, 1060 Saint-Gilles
Fermento
Fermento is a haven for wine lovers. This cosy bar combines conviviality and discovery with its selection of over 300 vintages by the glass, from Italy, France and Spain. Located behind a blue façade near The Arche, it offers a range of natural, organic and classic wines, accompanied by a gourmet menu with Mediterranean flavors. Don’t hesitate to try one of their tasting menus! Whether you’re looking for an introduction or to discover exclusive wines, you won’t regret it.
📍 Address: Chaussée d’Ixelles 243, 1050 Ixelles
Tarzan
Tarzan, located in the Châtelain district of Ixelles, is a popular address for its wide selection of natural wines. These come from France, Italy and even Georgia, and include reds, whites and delicious orange wines. In a warm atmosphere, you can also enjoy tasty dishes. They feature vegetables in particular, and are the perfect accompaniment to a vintage from one of our partner winemakers. Don’t forget to visit Jane’s, the wine cellar next door, to extend the pleasure with a bottle to take away and discover other wine treasures!
📍Address: Rue Washington 59, 1050 Ixelles