Best place to drink beer in Brussels

We managed to fit in some of the special sights of Brussels between our search for the best place to drink beer in Brussels. In the morning we again visited the main square and booked a guided visit to the Town Hall as it is only at 2.00 PM today and again on Sunday. Then it was on to the Royal Palace. It is open from mid July till early September and it was room after room of  grand sitting rooms, chandeliers and beautiful furnishings.

                                        From the Palace looking back to the main square

                                                        One of the small rooms.

                                            Rob in gardens heading back to town

We were ready for a drink but had a booking to tour the Town Hall. It was great with it still operating as a city administrative building but every section of wall was covered in works of art and every corner revealed new treasures. No photo rule!

                                                           Outside the Town Hall.

At last it was time for a few drinks. Two places rich in history were recommended. Our first was the A la Mort Subite. It takes its name from "sudden death" but we survived a few of the strong brews. The name comes from a game played by workers about to return to work in the afternoon.. The place has not changed since the 1920's. We expected to see Hercule Poirot come in at any minute. We ordered cheese  and first had to select between new or old. Then it was served with sides of celery salt and mustard. The beer was better than the cheese!

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                                 They hadn't even changed the waiters since 1920!

Most places you sit outside to drink a beer at least at this time of the year, but at these historic venues you should sit inside for the full atmospheric effect.

We needed a rest! Later we headed out for drinks a few inspections and dinner.
Our second venue was similar. The A La Becasse had an entry via a narrow passage. You only went there if you were a local. We saw no tourists! It is the only place in the world that still makes a white lambic beer. It was served in a jug and you pour it into your glass at the table. They had lots of interesting beers but we did eventually make it to dinner and back to our hotel.
There may be time for one more establishment for lunch tomorrow.