LOWER TOWN. Is the "Sudden Death" bar named after the beer or a dice game of the same name? No one is really sure, but folks keep coming here, hoping to find out. Rustic wooden tables and chairs, along with stained-glass panels on the walls, seem straight out of the 19th century. Now, as then, the drink of choice is beer, whether you choose a monastery brew such as Chimay, a traditional lambic, some aged gueuze, or the fruity favorite, kriek. Casual attire.

LOWER TOWN. This spot has been a citywide favorite since it opened in the early 1900s. The dramatic Art Nouveau decor ­ including stained-glass scenes depicting Shakespeare's famous character, Falstaff ­ remains virtually unchanged. Drop in for a lunch of piping-hot French onion soup, a crispy croque monsieur, a slice of vegetarian quiche, or a fresh omelet. Falstaff also serves affordable light suppers, including hearty Nicoise salads, rabbit stewed in beer, or the national dish, moules et frites (mussels and fries.) Homemade chocolate mousse and fruit tartes are the perfect way to top off a meal. Casual to smart-casual attire. Reservations accepted.