Aperçu

In the first section of the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, from Rue du Marché aux Herbes to Rue des Bouchers, nestles one of Brussels’ best-known addresses. Architect Jean-Pierre Cluysenaer had reserved the site for a restaurant. His wish was granted with the opening of the Taverne du Passage, a café frequented by the Surrealists, which then became one of the capital’s most popular eateries. The contrast is evident when you leave the elegant decor of the galleries to find yourself, once through the door, in this Art Deco cocoon designed by architect Léon Govaerts in 1926 and adapted by Alexis Van Vaerenbergh ten years later. The wood-panelled walls, typical integrated lighting and period furniture were all preserved during the recent renovation, completed in 2022, which restored the soon-to-be century-old establishment to its former glory. A hanging of golden origami, designed by Charles Kaisin, now adorns the main room. Guided tour in Belgian French sign language - Saturday at 10:00 and Sunday at 15:00.

Practical information

Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00

galerie de la Reine 30, 1000 Brussels

Advance booking not required. nicole_lemaire@icloud.com

Accessible

Belgian-French sign language visit

Address
galerie de la Reine 30, 1000 Brussels