Varlet Farm

Your host, an enthusiastic champion of natural and organic wines, was a butcher in a former life. In the company of his partner, they have embarked on a new adventure in the shape of a cosy, trendy eatery. She woos diners with fresh cuisine, jazzed up with international seasonings and brimming with flavour in dishes – with or without meat! If you opt for the surprise menu, you will be delighted by her knack for playing with contrasts. An example: lamb cooked two ways – one spicy in pita bread, the other with lamb’s tongues cooked slowly in a tomato coulis and a madeira-laced gravy. Crisp, unde

Take a seat in this modern, elegant restaurant by the ramparts and you may hear the moving ‘Last Post’ ceremony that takes place at the nearby Menin Gate every evening at 8pm… Local Westhoek delicacies, cooked creatively and playfully, are rich in the distinctive, crisp flavours that depict the spontaneous, market-fresh cuisine of chef Jeroen. Gracious Séverine can be relied upon for her insightful wine-food pairing tips. Book a room at the B&B, ideal to explore the fascinating heritage of Ypres.

Inconspicuously located on the historic Grand Place, this cosy restaurant has a somewhat mysterious feel to it. At the helm, an experienced duo showcase their talents. Sommelier Carl Couvreur bowls diners over with his astute recommendations, while chef Jonathan Devogel delivers haute cuisine in which intricate sauces and influences from around the globe bring the flavours to life. Though his creations can be elaborate, they are ultimately defined by their boldness. Think marinated weever as the main ingredient in an aromatic dish with fig and celery in various guises. The short menu never fai

CRKL may look like an upmarket concrete villa from the outside, but once indoors, you will find yourself in a romantic setting done up in soft pastel shades. Take a seat on the patio and sip an aperitif, as you get ready to sample the chef’s handiwork in which pedigree Belgian produce rubs shoulders with Asian and Mediterranean influences. Examples: Piedmont veal with goat’s cheese and lavender oil or fabulously fresh haddock paired with a creamy sauce based on fish stock and perfumed with miso. You can expect truly fragrant dishes packed in character. Finally, the establishment demonstrates a

An irresistible friendly vibe echoes throughout this pretty modernised cottage, whose terrace-garden is set amidst fields and pastures. The family-run restaurant serves classical delicacies such as grilled lobster and the spring chicken and croquettes exhibit the chef’s talent. Flavour and generosity epitomise this establishment.