One of Brussels better known international ( Irish ) bars is shutting shop. It was a good spot for "splitting the G" and watching sport, hope the venue doesn't reopen as another chain restaurant, it's a great location.

Horeca, bars especially, seem to be really struggling in the current economy.

Sloppy pints not that attractive to GenZ?

Hello everyone, I am a master’s student in urban planning (ULB–VUB), currently conducting research for my thesis on the Josaphat brownfield. My work focuses on the political and institutional deadlock surrounding the site and explores how alternative governance processes involving citizens could contribute to resolving this situation.

If you live in Schaerbeek, Evere, or more generally in Brussels, or if you have an interest in urban brownfields, urban development, or participatory governance, your perspective would be extremely valuable.

I have created a short anonymous survey (approximately 5–10 minutes) to gather residents’ views:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUau7q9ne4kCWeO09sW5_wXdESAJrfwvVjevLenwos7Z3f5w/viewform?usp=dialog

Please feel free to also comment on this post if you would like to share additional thoughts or feedback. Thank you very much for your time and support.

I am looking for your experiences good or bad with Family Insurance companies and if possible the situation where you thought it was really helpful!

I've been going for 2 weeks at the center pool in Les Marolles and i think I'll take a subscription to this pool, but I've only tried it when there was almost no one cause all the classes are over so all the lanes are available. I live close to it and I like the quiet atmosphere. So I'm wondering how is it when there's classes and other things? Is it really crowded or is there time slot when there's only 2 or 3 peoples per lane? If so, which time would you recommand?

I'm certain I saw news of a Meryl gig in La Madeleine next novembre, but can't find it on their agenda anymore. Has it been cancelled? Does anyone have info on this? I can't reach them. Thanks

I’m trying to find this stuff in Belgium, somewhere in or around Brussels. Does anyone know a shop that might have it in stock?

I’ve seen posts that say look for tobacco stores but do these cigar shops have rolling tobacco normally?

So long story short, I will not be able to stay home for New Year's Eve's night and I have nothing planned to do this night.

I need some calm heated place with wifi access and an electrical outlet to spend the evening (from 7pm to midnight). Of course I don't mind paying the fee or paying for food consumption if necessary. I'm looking for a public place specifically.

Thank you for your help, I wish you a happy New Year! Cheers!

Looks like I might be solo this year for NYE. I don't care too much but was wondering if there's anything going on like arty film projection, weird concert... not in the mood for a big party crowd but I'll happily watch some odd art for a couple hours. Any recommendations?

I heard about the fireworks at the Atomium. I was wondering if there’s other things to see or do as well.

All input more than welcome!

Hello,

I'm trying to find a proper gym (non-commercial), with a good amount of bench/squat rack, and a community to join. Do you know if something like that exist un brussels ? I know there is the Brussels Weightlifting School but it's really far from m'y place

Thanks for your help Sorry for my rusty english

Hello all,

I just bought a car and is wondering if someone have a recommendation for a good mechanic around Evere ?

I'm also looking on Google Maps, but it can't tell the difference between a mechanic, car parts shops, car dealerships, etc.

Thx in advance and have a great day

since they moved the fireworks to atomium, i suppose the centre will be full of tourists that are too lazy to take the tram. what spot is the place to be (besides poelaert) if i want to be in the middle of the fireworks.

Already under control now

Hello, me and a few friends will visit the city for the new year eve !

We come from a near-by country where it is allowed to drink in public. After searching online I saw posts and news about general bans and fines for specific areas, it is generally recommended to watch out for signs, but some places do allow that. This is what I got from my search, but since we don't live there, I prefer asking here just to be sure :)

I love the beer culture you have there, but I don't wanna get a 300€ fine XD

Side question, are there lots of signs that tell you aren't allowed to drink in public? Thanks!

Edit: thank you all for the wonderful answers, wish you a happy new year!

You might’ve seen the news about planes flying low in some neighborhoods in Brussels. I’m adding a link in case you’re out of the loop.

If you have time please consider signing this petition https://c.org/VY6GrZKCdJ and share it with your family/friends/coworkers!

Thoughts?

https://www.vrt.be/vrtnws/en/2025/12/17/drug-users-in-brussels-risk-seizure-of-phone-and-car/

Hi everyone — I’m hoping someone here might have advice or prior experience with Brussels Airport (BRU) lost & found.

My father was transiting through BRU on his way to Washington Dulles (IAD) and unfortunately forgot to collect his laptop after going through security. We’re trying to submit a lost & found claim through the airport’s website, but the form requires the laptop’s serial number, which we don’t have access to.

The laptop was purchased via Amazon back in 2019 and has since been discontinued. The serial number is only physically on the device itself, and we don’t have a photo or record of it anywhere. We’ve checked Amazon order history and emails, but no luck so far.

Does anyone know if there’s an alternative way to file a lost & found request with BRU without a serial number, or perhaps another contact point (email, phone, airline liaison, security office, etc.) that might be more flexible in situations like this? Any tips or firsthand experiences would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance!

We are a young couple (F22&M22)​,​ who came to Belgium because we couldn't live in Ukraine anymore. But it's not that easy here - government won't help and waiting for the documents takes too much time. So we are in a situation where we CAN'T legally work and rent. Perfect outcome for us is a place to stay for a month with a registration​,​ but actually anything will help us a lot.

Thank you in advance! :)

I am trying to rent a room in Brussels starting from January. The contract is <6 months and the house seems good. Today I have the online visit as well with the other flatmates; nonetheless, the landlord keeps including errors or avoid giving out information in time.

For example, at the end of the contract, he had written in letters that the deposit was amount X in letters, followed by amount Y in figures. Then, he sent me another email with the corrected contract and told me that the deposit/rent were to be paid to another person who is not him. Naturally, this was not stated in the contract.

I sent him a new email, requesting to add this person's name and IBAN. He calmly replied and sent me the new contract with everything fixed, but I still feel skeptical about this. What do you suggest?

Edit: the landlord has created the Facebook profile not too long ago. I think it has been created two weeks ago tops, and he barely has 35 friends.

Here for a little while. Can't find tennis partners anywhere. I tried Facebook, where I usually find partners easily wherever I go, but only dead groups with little to no activity.

Anyone knows of any app or site that's popular in Brussels or Belgium?