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Roberto García
8 contributions
Oct 2020
The bartender last Monday night (5th October) was very rude, impolite and disrespectful to customers. The bartender apparently was having a bad day and started speaking in a very rude manner not only to my friends and I, but also to the surrounding tables.
At one point, he said that he didn't care about being rude because he isn't the owner of the bar and therefore the potential negative consequences of his misbehavior weren't of his business.
I'm sorry that this bad experience tarnished the good decoration and the uniqueness of this hidden bar.
At one point, he said that he didn't care about being rude because he isn't the owner of the bar and therefore the potential negative consequences of his misbehavior weren't of his business.
I'm sorry that this bad experience tarnished the good decoration and the uniqueness of this hidden bar.
Written 6 October 2020
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Grace
3 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
We came here to experience more of the Belgian culture and it was so welcoming! We don’t know much about beer, however the server was really warm and attentive to us and gave us fabulous recommendations. Despite it being a busy night, he personally came to our table to sit down and talk with us through about what kind of beer we might like. His welcoming attitude and warmth was the highlight of our trip- and we highly recommend visiting! Especially for young travellers :)
Written 27 January 2023
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David B
Smyrna, GA126 contributions
Sept 2021
Up until visiting this place, my friend never drank beer. Joel, the bartender, patiently taught us about the various Belgian beers - they serve over 120 different types - and when we left, my friend was a beer drinker. The bar is in a cellar dating from the 1500's, popular with students, decorated like you'd think a beer cellar would be decorated. Joel offered suggestions about what we might like and educated us on the brewing process. So much fun, we came back the next night as well!
Written 3 December 2021
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David n
Manchester, UK4,758 contributions
Feb 2023
.. and not just because you have to duck your head as you enter downwards. On a busy night people stand on the stairs smoking as you try to enter - not so welcoming.
Inside its dimly lit and service was variable on the two nights we went. We didn't go for a third.
Inside its dimly lit and service was variable on the two nights we went. We didn't go for a third.
Written 8 March 2023
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AnselmColom
Grays Thurrock, UK3,040 contributions
Oct 2022 • Friends
Again we were recommended this bar as a best bar in Bruges and it did not disappoint. Great selection once more and yes tourists but also locals which tells you it’s good. Like the entrance although beware when coming out! Lots of tables inside
Written 6 October 2022
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fussyrobson
Maidstone, UK1,443 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Great bar, so glad we went out of our way to find it. Very busy with great atmosphere but most importantly a great range of beers. Only takes cash so go prepared but very well priced.
Will now be on our regular list of bars to visit when in Bruges.
Will now be on our regular list of bars to visit when in Bruges.
Written 10 December 2023
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Gary Flint
14 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
Came here for a few beers. The bartenders speak very good English. Had a wonderful night and ended up singing happy birthday with the locals.
They also have a virtual dart board as well as a football table. 31 balls for 2€ isn’t bad at all.
They also have a virtual dart board as well as a football table. 31 balls for 2€ isn’t bad at all.
Written 22 June 2022
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Shaun W
56 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
Went here every night on our holiday to Bruges and had a great time on all of them.
Great range of well priced beers. Friendly bar staff & a jovial atmosphere.
Also got an electronic dart board & bar football table for entertainment.
Great range of well priced beers. Friendly bar staff & a jovial atmosphere.
Also got an electronic dart board & bar football table for entertainment.
Written 23 June 2022
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Moonshiner8
Mason, OH121 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
We went to this bar for a beer, we ended up staying for way too many. Rueben who served our beers was knowledgeable and passionate about Belgian beer. He served us many things that were trailered to our tastes and we were not disappointed. We even discovered a few new favorites. If you are looking for a fun place to knock a few back this the the place.
Written 18 July 2023
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wends
Kingswinford, UK138 contributions
Sept 2018 • Friends
Great cellar bar. Watch your head on the way in. Fantastic selection of beers, a good mixed ages of customers. Friendly atmosphere with eclectic mix of music load enough to sing with or just enjoy and chat. Friendly extremely busy and knowledgeable barman. Should not be missed
Written 15 September 2018
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Is it open during the day
Written 26 September 2019
djs
Surrey, United Kingdom
58 contributions
Are kids welcome early evening?
Written 17 December 2017
Think you would not get tossed out bringing kids
But it is a bar/ pub, so yeah not really a kid playgrounds
Written 4 October 2019
Laura B
Carmarthen, United Kingdom
112 contributions
Does this place do food??
Written 6 July 2015
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