This is the story of a connoisseur with a keen eye for discovering beautiful spots, perfect for settling in and savoring the moment—places that meet his exacting, yet undeniably epicurean standards, particularly those found in the cocktail bars of Brussels’ finest hotels.



Now in its second chapter (you can catch up on the first one here), this pursuit of pleasure—whether shared or savored solo—continues with the art of world-changing conversations or serious discussions, all while holding a fabulous cocktail in hand!



Here are four hotel cocktail bars in Brussels to add to your "Best of Brussels" list.
Each offers not only an exceptional bar experience but often an extraordinary restaurant too—but that's a story for another time.

A rare bronze bas-relief sculpted by Emanuele Luzzati, titled "Theseus and the Minotaur," adorns the bar, which embraces an Orientalist ambiance crafted by Kelvin and Philippe Laverne. This style is reflected in the gold and copper wallpaper covering the walls and the copper-gilded leaf ceiling.
The Juliana Hotel  houses a treasure for your cocktail escapades, with or without bubbles!

Here, in the vast lobby of the Radisson Collection Brussels, the Atrium Bar is THE place to impress whoever is sitting across from you!
Ask Grégory, the concierge with the golden keys, to greet you upon arrival—instantly making you a regular—and it’s highly likely that whatever the reason for your cocktail gathering, it will swing in your favor from the start. With exceptional cocktails and a setting straight out of a grandiose sci-fi film, indulge freely—especially since the dining here is equally outstanding!

1040 is not just its name, it's also its location in the heart of the European Quarter—a fantastic rooftop cocktail bar! A tip: go on a clear evening, with the goal of catching the sunset. You’ll be ultra-comfortably seated and pampered by the Sofitel Brussels Europe  team. Watching the Brussels skyline bathed in golden sunlight while sipping one of their incredibly crafted cocktails is an absolute must—a moment of pure and perfect bliss!

We finish with a true gem of top-notch quality—a cocktail bar run by experts where the vibe is just right, with a very positive atmosphere and ultimate comfort. We sincerely love the Moxy Hotel, which has become a standout in the high standards of Brussels hospitality. The cocktails are fresh and absolutely superb, and for those who want to kick off the evening with a dinner to die for, that’s also on the menu!