The "purists" do not like it: too generalist, selling also something other than books etc. I find on the contrary that it is well supplied, the sellers of good advice and that it is very practical to be able to also find toys in the same space.
A reference in Brussels: bookstore, concept store, bar, children's stories, press ... oh how good it is to get lost!
Marc a colorful character, who dares, surprises, acts and this gives an unmissable place in Brussels!
Pretty cool as a place but the prices are not always displayed and I paid 45 for a book advertised at 39 on the website and which costs indeed 39 elsewhere. As I was in a hurry I did not insist and left with the book anyway but it is not a correct business practice. In other circumstances I would have left without anything.
You surely get out with more than one book in your hands. The food isn t their best quality but it s always good to grab a coffee and read.
I really like this bookstore! I usually go to buy 2 books in 5 minutes and after spending 3 hours I come back with 10 books .... Open every day even on Sunday!
Warm welcome, skills guaranteed whatever the sector. A question ? The answer arrives within a minute. Staff constantly available.
One of the largest bookstores in Brussels. You can find practically everything. In addition, there is stationery area, toys, bar. There are often book presentations or lectures. Very nice.
Very pleasant bookshop. Lots of choices in books and magazines, expert advice, qualified and passionate staff. Presentation of new books by their authors followed by Q / A. Interesting. You can also take a coffee or tea break or have a bite to eat. Cool ! Very good address.
Very nice bookstore with a friendly service and a wide choice.
One of the largest bookstores in Brussels. There are all kinds. Unmissable place for fans of books.
The best in Brussels, attentive staff and open on Sundays
Very nice bookstore and staff always very helpful and available
Incredible place where they perform shows of all kinds of acrobatic dance theater and especially of circus where there are kisses theater and circus companies show their shows and also show Brussels circus schools a good place to go to see a good play a Good circus show 10 minutes from the historic center of Brussels a magical and irresistible atmosphere.
Love the extended book collection and mix with original and interesting gifts. Great for gray or rainy afternoon or evening.
Excellent very complete and well organized bookstore
A big bookshop with a good international books section and a cozy cafeteria inside.
Excellent bookstore.
Large selection of books of all kinds (novels, comics, specialized) and toys for children
Book lover? One of the ESSENTIAL bookshops in Brussels. Lightly off-center but close to the metro! We don't hesitate. In addition many events and literary meetings are organized there (you can have a tea and eat a bite). Staff always friendly despite the abundance of customers (significant detail :-))
Staff wanted to search / keep my bag when I entered. Maybe they thought I was smuggling books in? If this is what you get for trying to support a local business that's ok... I've found the book I wanted to buy in the local library anyway, so thanks Filigranes for saving me money...
Selection very varied and very rich, and with great advice and more! Thank you!
The staff is very nice and available but the boss who allows them to criticize the customers do not make the atmosphere very pleasant.
Good choice, lots of things, but it's a bit the factory .. it's like a little Lidl rush hour or macdo books .. but place that is still practical
A bistro library; rich in structures and atmosphere
The largest bookshop in Brussels where you can also have a coffee in a friendly atmosphere.
Very varied place in books, gifts and materials ... Quiet.
Possibility of a small restoration around shared books.
Great variety of books. Prices OK to expensive for brussels on most of the books. Great and friendly service
A place of meeting, catering and literary discoveries.
One of my favorite bookshops in Brussels. The only one to offer a science and maths department worthy of the name.
Surely the nicest bookstore in Brussels, with good advice vendors, food and drink, and endless books ...
Superb bookstore, perfect for reading a good book at tea time.
The place to be for French-language books, large shop, wide range. Many comics. Non fiction also in other languages
This place is amazing, there is for all the literary genre, be it novel, thriller, fantastic etc. The employees know their department extremely well so we do not have to be afraid to ask and its also very welcoming!
Great place for book lovers! Plus, good coffee, nice choice of cakes and sweets, and in the right days music and more! It's worth a visit...and it's open in Saturday and Sunday... Also for breakfast!
Cappuccino and library. If you want to entertain yourself by reading a book salesmen not infastiscono you. Nice atmosphere
A great choice of national and international books, possibility to order. Not very cheap though for international books.
A nice place to have a coffee while reading a good book, so many options it is a big place. And the people working there are very kind Loved it.
Would not it be the Christmas market atmosphere for bobos iphonomanes, the rigidity of the admission rules of the bags (yes to the maximum satchel of madame, not to the mini backpack of gentleman), the susceptibility of some sellers in need of Spiritual communion and the sufficiency of the boss, Filigranes would be almost the ideal bookstore, with its many references, its extended schedules and its atmospheric pianist of the Sunday (totally ignored of the disdainful fauna mentioned above, as one might expect). In the meantime, this place reminds me that perfection is not of this world and I am grateful for this lesson of humility.
Really amazing bookstore. It s really huge and also has a cute cafe in the middle and hosts book reading events. Really cool!
Essential place for book lovers, but not only because there are also DVDs, games for children, board games, you can even eat there, added to that it's open on Sundays ... .
Very nice atmosphere, great selection of books. a place where you can spend a fantastic time.
Nice store, helpful staff, lots of choice in stock. I found all the books I was looking for
I simply love this spot. Books, table game, ideas, events with a belgian coffee and some snack.
Many variety of books and diverse library material. The only thing, it is difficult to find the books of how big it is, but they serve you with a smile.
Many books, many fine People, many ideas for a nice present... take your time in this huge and warm library
Customer service is mediocre and social distancing is average but air and ventilation systems are poorly managed.
Great range of books and products.
It feels good, there is almost everything and the staff is very helpful. Once entered difficult to get out we would like to buy everything!
A large choice of books, free wi-fi, good location. Limited free spaces in the shop to walk around.
I only set foot there for 10 minutes and I immediately felt that I was in THE bookstore to find the book (s) I need. If at first you are a little lost in the aisles, the employees will be happy to help you and will know directly which book you are looking for.
Less the fair than before! Better focused on the book, more space, clearer! Always huge choice! Home remained pro despite the Covid-19!
Huge. When you think you've seen it all, there's more.
The best island to relax between books, to refill neurons with culture! Tea or coffee available to make reading easier!
Nice bookshop but rather French literature and very little Dutch.
International titles dealing with different topics. Very helpful and caring staff ...
Best library in town
Opened every days of the year (ie including weekends, public holidays, etc)
Lovely lovely filigranes, if only was open till 23 it would be a dream but maybe a different business then.
top bookshop for French books, huge range, but far too few Dutch books .. used to be a nicer place than now, lost much of its charm; no corona measures (except smelly gel when entering), there was a lot of people last Sunday, way too much for the small hallways between the books and stuff. Has Filigranes peaked? hope not ..
Stop Amazon
Going to Filigranes is an experience in itself.
You are welcomed on arrival.
You are constantly advised by passionate people and really at your service.
You can eat or just drink.
The tables outside since this summer, a very good idea.
So, move and stop the Amazon orders ....
My favourite bookstore in Brussels. They organise book readings too and if you register for their fidelity card you get a nice reduction once in a while.
Great place to be. Tons of items. Kind service. Park available.
Going there at low times.
Well furnished, but not very comfortable.
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