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Le Dillens
★ 4.0(1 review)Bar
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About the Vibe
Le Dillens is the kind of neighborhood bar that feels like it’s been part of Saint-Gilles forever, even if it’s only been around since 2013. That big tree-lined terrace has breathed new life into Place Julien Dillens, and inside you’ll find vintage plates, old green tiles peeking out from red brick walls, and lanterns that make the place glow at night. It’s the perfect spot to grab a coffee in the morning, brunch with the sweet potato fries and three mayo dips, or an evening drink with friends while enjoying natural wines and Belgian craft beers. The menu changes with the seasons, which keeps things interesting—think homemade shakshuka, beef gravlax, and cheeses from Julien Hazard. It’s multi-cultural, laid-back, and reflects the true brusseleir spirit. Whether you’re working on your laptop during the day or catching up with friends on the weekend, Le Dillens feels like home.
Known For
- •sweet potato fries with three mayo
- •seasonal homemade menu
- •natural wines and Belgian craft beers
- •tree-lined terrace
Best For
brunchcasual drinks with friendsworking during the day
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 2, 2026
A neighborhood favorite with a great terrace
Le Dillens is a neighborhood gem that’s become a staple in Saint-Gilles. The terrace under the trees is the highlight—perfect for sunny afternoons or evening drinks with friends. Inside, the vintage decor with old tiles and lanterns gives it a charming, lived-in feel. The menu is seasonal and homemade, so you never know exactly what you’ll get, but it’s always quality: try the sweet potato fries with three mayo dips, the shakshuka, or the beef gravlax for brunch.
The drinks list is solid, with natural wines from Titulus and Belgian craft beers. It’s not fancy, but it’s authentic and welcoming. Whether you’re grabbing a coffee in the morning, working on your laptop during the day, or meeting friends for a drink in the evening, Le Dillens feels like a place where locals actually hang out. It’s multi-cultural, relaxed, and reflects the true spirit of the neighborhood.
Lire en français
Le Dillens est un bar de quartier qui est devenu un incontournable de Saint-Gilles. La terrasse sous les arbres est le point fort, parfaite pour les après-midis ensoleillés ou les verres entre amis le soir. À l’intérieur, le décor vintage avec les vieilles tuiles et les lanternes lui donne un charme authentique et chaleureux. La carte est saisonnière et faite maison, donc vous ne savez jamais exactement ce que vous allez avoir, mais c’est toujours de qualité : essayez les frites de patates douces avec trois mayonnaises, la shakshouka ou le gravlax de bœuf pour le brunch.
La carte des boissons est solide, avec des vins naturels de Titulus et des bières artisanales belges. Ce n’est pas très chic, mais c’est authentique et accueillant. Que vous preniez un café le matin, que vous travailliez sur votre ordinateur pendant la journée ou que vous rencontriez des amis pour un verre le soir, Le Dillens donne l’impression d’être un endroit où les locaux se réunissent vraiment. C’est multiculturel, détendu et reflète l’esprit vrai du quartier.