For you to get inspired this summer: a top 10 of bars, tested and approved by our THoMers.
#1: Bar Chapel
📍 Kerkstraat 150, 2060 Antwerp
#popupbar #greenterrace #hidden
This temporary summer bar, covered in a bohemian atmosphere, is a hidden gem in bustling Borgerhout. Located in an authentic ancient chapel and green garden, you can sit back and enjoy delicious drinks (and a large offer of world cuisine).
#2: Ethylo
📍 Rue Josse Impens 2, 1030 Schaerbeek
What seduced us?
- The originality of the cocktails
- The decoration of the place and friendly staff
#3: Optimist
📍 Vismarkt 7, 3000 Leuven
What seduced us?
- The unique location
- The amazing appetizers/sharing dishes to enjoy along with the drinks (including many vegetarian options)
#4: Hof Ten Dormaal
📍 Caubergstraat 2, 3150 Haacht
What seduced us?
- The small brewery behind the summer concept
- The location in the middle of the fields with horses, meadows, a pond – perfect setting to witness a beautiful sunset!
#5: Wonderbar
📍 Winterslagstraat 41, 3600 Genk
What seduced us?
- The amotsphere, inspired by Alice in Wonderland
- The detailed presentation of the cocktails
#6: Glasfabriek
📍 Koopvaardijlaan 142, 9000 Ghent
What seduced us?
- The broad cocktail selection and delicious food
- The harbor environment
#7: T'il Malines
📍 Rode-Kruisplein 12, 2800 Mechelen
What seduced us?
- The pop-up concept on an island
- The live music, candles and bonfire
- The appealing selection of dishes and bites
#8: Het Concept
📍 Steenhuffeldorp 29, 1840 Londerzeel
What seduced us?
- The cozy extended terrace
- The original cocktails
- The theme days
#9: Soko Rooftop
📍Mechelsesteenweg 455, 1950 Kraainem
What seduced us?
- The breathtaking view on Brussels and the Soignes forest
- The easy parking
- The cozy atmosphere
#10: Vertigo
📍 Rue de Rollebeek 7, 1000 Brussels
What seduced us?
- The hidden authentic location
- The bartender that mixes cocktails based on your own taste buds
- The atmosphere at night, especially on the terrace located in a small court
