★★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine, French
Welcome to Our, a picturesque Ardennes village nestling in peaceful countryside, that has become a beacon for savvy gourmets thanks to Maxime Collard. He has forged his own style back in his homeland, turning an old farmstead into a stylish, fashionable restaurant, whose many windows and mirrors seem to invite the countryside indoors. The establishment offers accommodation in the area to enhance the pleasure of a meal here. Chef Collard steers clear of showing off his extensive technical background, preferring to highlight the essence of a few premium ingredients, local whenever possible. Exam
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.4/5 · 100 reviews
La Table de Maxime offers modern French cuisine with generally high ratings. Reviews frequently praise food quality, complex flavors, and refined presentation, particularly highlighting the spring and midi menus. The service team is described as young and professional, with some staff making efforts to communicate in foreign languages. However, negative feedback points to cold or haughty service attitudes and limited non-alcoholic options. The atmosphere is serene and pleasant. While some diners criticize portion sizes and value for money, the culinary execution remains a strong point, making it suitable for those seeking a sophisticated dining experience.
Suitable for diners prioritizing culinary craftsmanship and refined ambiance over consistent service warmth.
★ Michelin€€€Contemporary, Farm to table
Jean Vrijdaghs and Sébastien Hankard have added a youthful buzz to this illustrious restaurant, that had at least one Michelin star from 1963 to 2011. The restaurant and guestrooms have been restored to their former glory thanks to a contemporary makeover. Premium ingredients like Brittany lobster and local game are flanked by veg from the restaurant’s garden, with a flawless attention to detail and an abundance of veteran technique to shine the spotlight on the ingredient. The duo of chefs draws inspiration from purebred classical recipes, to which they add a contemporary twist. A hint of aci
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.8/5 · 100 reviews
Located in Paliseul, Le Gastronome specializes in contemporary farm-to-table cuisine, averaging 4.8/5 stars across 80 reviews. Food quality is highly praised for being inventive, modern, and delicious, with well-balanced flavors and artistic presentation. Service is consistently noted as friendly, efficient, and personalized, with specific mentions of staff proficiency in Dutch and sommelier expertise. The atmosphere is described as modern and pleasant, though some negative feedback highlights noise issues when large groups occupy the space, potentially affecting intimacy. A few reviewers noted small portion sizes or pacing inconsistencies. Overall, it is a refined dining experience focused on high-quality ingredients and attentive service.
Ideal for diners seeking high-quality creative cuisine and attentive service; visit during quieter times to avoid noise from large groups.