Located near Sint-Pieters station, the old brown volkscafé Monopole has somehow survived intact. The interior is decorated with a tiled floor, wood-panelling and old paintings.
The café attracts a mix of students, regulars and commuters on their way to the station. It’s a good spot to meet friends, read a novel or play a board game.
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