Café Rose Red

Café Rose Red is a cosy beer cafe at Cordoeaniersstraat 16 in Brugge, in the Flemish Region of Belgium, on a quiet street a few minutes' walk from the Markt and the Burg. It is known for Belgian beers served by the glass, with a menu that covers abbey ales, Trappist beers, fruit beers and local Brugge brews, and the staff can guide visitors through the styles. Food is limited to simple accompaniments such as a cheese plate and other small snacks, so the cafe suits a drink and a light bite rather than a full meal. Beer is the main product, and several labels on the list are served in their own branded glasses, as is the Belgian custom. The room is cosy and intimate, with dark wood, soft lighting and a mood that is relaxed and conversational; it is popular with couples and small groups, and noise levels stay low to moderate. A beer or snack costs about EUR 5-10 (about $6-12), which is a fair price for the central position. The cafe is open daily from late morning, and closing times depend on the day and season. No reservations are normally taken, so visitors arrive and take any free table, though evenings and weekends can be full. Some Belgian beers are strong, up to 10 percent alcohol or more, so visitors should check the strength before ordering. The cafe is convenient as a stop between the Burg, the Basilica of the Holy Blood and the Markt, and it is well suited to a rest during a walking tour of Brugge.