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The Black Sheep
★ 4.0(1 review)Bar
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About the Vibe
Tucked away near Place Flagey in Ixelles, The Black Sheep has quietly become a go-to spot for locals who want a proper Irish bar experience without the tourist trap vibe. Since 2013, they've nailed the balance between serving solid comfort food like their weekend roast and keeping the drinks flowing with everything from creamy pints to creative cocktails. It's the kind of place where you'll find expats, students, and neighbors mixing over a burger or catching a rugby match on a Friday night.
Known For
- •Sunday roast
- •weekend brunch
- •whisky selection
- •gourmet burgers
Best For
casual dinnersweekend brunchsports viewing
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 9, 2026
Solid neighborhood Irish bar with great roasts
The Black Sheep is that rare neighborhood bar that actually feels like a neighborhood bar. Located just off Place Flagey in Ixelles, it's become a reliable spot for locals who want decent food and drinks without the pretension. The Sunday roast is genuinely good—properly cooked meat with all the trimmings—and their weekend brunch hits the mark if you're looking to start the day right.
What sets it apart is the atmosphere. It's warm and welcoming, with a mix of regulars and newcomers. The staff clearly knows their stuff when it comes to drinks, whether you're after a classic pint or something more adventurous from their whisky collection. Happy hour runs daily from 4-7pm, which is a nice touch for after-work crowds.
It's not perfect—the space can get a bit cramped when there's a big match on, and service slows down during peak times. But for a solid, unpretentious bar experience in Ixelles, it's hard to beat. Skip the touristy spots near the Grand Place and come here instead.