Are dogs welcome at Brasserie Chez Clément?

The brasserie sits in a green corner of Walloon Brabant where dog-walking is part of the everyday rhythm. The Solvay Estate in La Hulpe (220 hectares of paths, ponds and woodland), the UNESCO-listed Sonian Forest (Forêt de Soignes), the Lac de Genval lakeside walk and the broader Sonian Forest perimeter all border the area within a five to ten-minute drive. It is therefore a perfectly natural request from visitors to ask whether they can bring their dog along after a long walk, particularly to the bar or the terrace for an aperitif or a coffee.

In Belgian hospitality, dog policies vary. Some brasseries welcome well-behaved dogs in the dining room; some restrict dogs to the terrace; some are dog-free in the interest of other guests and food-service hygiene. The Chez Clément position is clear and welcoming: dogs are accepted everywhere, dining room, conservatory, bar and terrace, provided the dog is well-behaved. There is no terrace-only restriction. A short phone call to +32 2 652 33 92 before a busy weekend visit, mentioning that you are travelling with a dog, helps the team allocate a suitable table.

If dogs are welcome (in whatever zone applies), reasonable behaviour is expected: the dog stays on a lead, settles under or next to the table without disturbing other guests, does not jump on furniture and does not approach food being plated by the kitchen. A bowl of water is generally easy to request from the server. Some dogs are happier outside on the terrace, particularly on a warm day, where the open air and the passing footfall provide enough stimulation.

For guide dogs and assistance dogs, Belgian law guarantees access to public-facing food-service venues. If you are travelling with a registered assistance dog, you will be welcomed accordingly. For peace of mind on a busy weekend service, mention it at the booking stage so the team can place you on an appropriate table.