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The Occidental Belgian Beer Cafe
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The Occidental Belgian Beer Cafe

For traditional Belgian fare at its very best
Opening hours
Currently closed
Monday: 9:00 am-Late
Tuesday: 9:00 am-Late
Wednesday: 9:00 am-Late
Thursday: 9:00 am-Late
Friday: 9:00 am-Late
Saturday: 9:00 am-Late
Sunday: 9:00 am-Late

Live music on Fridays & Saturdays!

The Occidental's got live music every Friday and Saturday night from 9pm to midnight. Get your dancing shoes and head on down. Different acts every weekend! Click here for more information. 

Sunday roast and live music every Sunday!

There's nothing better than curling up on a Sunday afternoon from 2-5pm at The Occidental with a pint of the best Belgian beer, a few bar snacks and a great easy listening band to wind down the weekend. Click here for more information. 

Live music at The Occidental

The Occidental Belgian Beer Cafe offers traditional Belgian fare at its very best, conveniently located on Vulcan Lane. 

This bar offers the full experience, with an array of Belgian beers on offer to complement the authentic cuisine on the menu.

Whether you feel like a big pot of steaming mussels, or a cone of arguably the best fires in town, The Occidental has something for everyone.

Escape your desk at lunchtime and head there for lunch or plan it in after work for some drinks with friends. 

Get your dancing shoes on and head to The Occidental on a Friday or Saturday night from 10pm-midnight for live music. Or, on a Sunday afternoon enjoy the best of Belgian beer, a few bar snacks and a great easy listening band to wind down the weekend. 

Special offers at The Occidental Belgian Beer Cafe

  • Prime Angus Rump Tuesdays

    TUESDAYS

    Satisfy your Angus Rump craving at The Occidental every Tuesday! The best part? It comes with a side of frites! Enjoy a 250g of steak for $20 or a 500g for $25 - all cooked to perfection. Click here for more information.

    Prime Angus Rump Tuesdays The Occidental
  • Mussel Mania Mondays

    MONDAYS

    Grab a half pot of mussels for $15 or a one-kilo pot for $20. For something bold, try the grilled mixed platter with all the flavours for just $18— available all-day Monday. Click here for more information.

     

    The Occidental mussels
  • Chicken Schnitzel Wednesdays

    WEDNESDAYS

    The Occidental's delicious chicken schnitzel served with slaw and frites is just $20 every Wednesday. Head in and get your fill! Click here for more information. 

    The Occidental Fried Chicken
  • Happy Hour Thursdays

    THURSDAYS | 4-6PM

    It's Happy Hour every Thursday evening! Join The Occidental for great specials on tap beer and house wine, 4pm-6pm.

    Thursday Happy Hour The Occidental

Upcoming Events at The Occidental Belgian Beer Cafe

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Last updated: 01 August 2025

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