Lepelem

Cuisine

Modern French

Michelin

selected

Price

€€€

Website

https://www.lepelem.be/restaurant/

Description

Ellen and Christopher have gradually turned a former tearoom into a smart restaurant. An exquisite home-from-home vibe and a wine list that will knock your socks off are among its standouts. Christopher enthusiastically offers diners the possibility of composing their own à la carte menu. He has a knack for juggling familiar flavours with complex preparations, depicted by hand-shelled shrimps with a creamy burrata, pickled watermelon and a fragrant dashi, or juicy, melt-in-the-mouth turbot flanked by a silky bearnaise sauce. Unbeatable quality-for-pleasure ratio.

Review score

4.4

Review count

80

Review summary

Lepelem in Stalhille offers modern French cuisine, having transitioned from its former identity as Bistro Macarel. Reviews highlight high food quality, with chefs demonstrating finesse, using fresh local ingredients, and incorporating subtle Oriental touches. Service is generally praised as friendly and attentive, contributing to a pleasant dining experience. The ambiance is described as beautiful, featuring an attractive terrace. However, some long-time patrons express disappointment with the shift towards a higher-end concept, noting a loss of the previous cozy, familial atmosphere. Negative feedback includes instances of rude staff, incorrect menu information, and refusal of service for drinks only. While lunch is considered reasonably priced, dinner is viewed by some as expensive.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking refined modern French cuisine and elegant ambiance, though regulars should adjust to its shift from a cozy bistro to a higher-end establishment.

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