Sitting on the long Place Communale in the predominately Arab and African Molenbeek district, this simple and hugely inviting bar-café is run by volunteers. The #refugeeswelcome sign on the door sets the tone; inside you can enjoy bargain pancakes and Moroccan mint tea. It's best in the evening, though, when African musicians play and jam together and the dancing starts.
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