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• EED★ Michelin EED is the epitome of minimalist. Philippe Heylen strips his dishes to retain only the most essential ingredients, so don’t expect fussy frills or superfluous fillers. The spotlight is on the quality of the produce and the veggie side dishes are as important as the main ingredient. Chef Heylen gets right down to business with lashings of originality. He manages to surprise us with familiar flavours, like a rib steak that is paired with Asian notes of sesame and caramelised honey. Or how about a yellow beetroot, coated in earthy tonburi, a sweet mango jelly and a kimchi of hispi cabbage? A subt5.1km
• EssenCiel★ Michelin Established in a grand town house, EssenCiel is the lovingly created brainchild of youthful Niels Brants and Romina Charels. A smart contemporary style, mingling purity and elegance without losing sight of their casual hallmark vibe, sets the scene. A seat on the patio near the vegetable garden is heavenly in fine weather. Chef Brants rolls out the full gamut of his culinary know-how combined with a flair for unearthing fantastic ingredients. He avows a passion for vegetables and the intricate craftsmanship of his unorthodox recipes is part of his hallmark. Examples include a mind-blowing asso5.2km
• Mariette Dad and son-in-law in the kitchen, mum and daughter in the front of house: Mariette is the quintessence of a family-run establishment. Adorned in elegant details, it also boasts a lovely patio in the garden. A Franco-Belgian lineup with the occasional international twist sets the tone of the varied menu, many dishes of which are ideal for sharing. The quality of the ingredients, like the turbot and scallops, is superlative. The juicy pheasant is fork-tender and served with lightly caramelised endives, hand-rolled fritters and a cognac sauce. A warm authentic vibe and big-boned family favourite663m
• Couvert Couvert★ Michelin Couvert Couvert is the ambitious story of Folmer and Folmer. Brothers Laurent and Vincent greet guests in a softly lit, airy venue of Scandinavian inspiration. The interior is stylish, the terrace peaceful and the service attentive, however the singularity of this restaurant resides in the brothers’ highly individual creative streak. Together they perform a culinary show of cutting-edge precision and strewn with daring. For example, they may pair a crispy skinned breast of guinea fowl with a warm salad of artichoke hearts, pistachio, sweet earthy vernal grass and hints of walnuts and hay, whil7.7km
• EST★ Michelin Chef Abel Demeestere and Laurence De Smet in charge of the front of house have chosen to write a chapter of their own in the illustrious story of the Arenberg house, whilst respecting its timeless traditions. The former Jesuit farmstead overlooking a garden and appointed in works of art is both smart and contemporary. The house classics continue to grace the à la carte menu in particular, exemplified by pork neck fillet.Chef Abdel cannot be rivalled for his skill with big-boned traditional fare, as his fascinating sauces and stocks bear witness, although he is not averse to slipping in the odd7.7km
• FurbettoBib Gust and Jasper have established their friendly eatery a stone’s throw from Heverlee railway station in a smart town house. Their love of unfussy Italian cooking shines through as you watch them wield their magic in the open-plan kitchen. Homemade is the name of the game here, underscored by a constant quest for superlative local produce. After nibbling on a delicious focaccia appetiser, dig into homemade pasta and subtle dishes such as beef tartare jazzed up with cream of anchovies. You can’t go wrong with French toast and buttermilk ice cream to finish. Choose your wine from the bottles on t7.2km
• Atelier Noun★ Michelin You will immediately feel at home in Bert and Sandra’s workshop. No sooner are you over the threshold, than you are greeted by a warm, snug interior done up in soft colours. The venue’s serene Japanese vibe is framed by the view of the pretty garden and the splendid summer terrace. This calm extends to the plate, although the deceptive simplicity hides a fiercely structured technical composition.Chef Castermans pays a highly personal homage to the ingredient. Free of fussy frills, his food is uncluttered, occasionally complex and often dotted with sensitively balanced umami nuances that are hi9.9km
• Resto Wald Lisa and Walter Wald are keen to maintain the “Small is beautiful” ethic of their hip eatery, which adds to the home-from-home feel. Whenever possible, the enthusiastic chef prepares everything himself using locally sourced ingredients. He draws his inspiration from his many overseas trips and enjoys mixing surprising flavours. He is equally at home with juicy pheasant in a cognac sauce as with a tartare of seabass paired with shellfish oil, vanilla, cucumber extract and goat’s yoghurt and tarragon ice cream. You can expect a flavourful meal with a modern spin in a cosy setting.3.4km
• Zappaz From the artwork by Peter Wellens and Charlotte De Baere that adorns the bar area to the spacious Scandinavian inspired dining room, Zappaz is a treat for the eye. In the kitchen, chef Seppe demonstrates that contemporary fine dining can be both polished and playful. Creative touches and international flavours like dashi and ponzu are perfectly at home in his inventive score. The menu of three to five courses shines the spotlight on creative recipes, like venison, served medium rare, with prunes and red beetroot, an emulsion of curly kale, churros and a punchy gravy. A banquet of surprises awa4.0km
• Gastrobar Hop Hop is a gastrobar that celebrates wine and craft beer. The head-spinning choice is fortunately accompanied by the owner’s knowledgeable insights. Whether you choose an unusual natural wine or a craft beer, the chefs will always find a playful combination to enhance your dish. Eschewing luxury ingredients, they have honed in on the flavours of yesteryear and subtly textured variations. Gourmet dining in a delightfully casual setting that hits the spot every time!4.3km

Includes Michelin / Black Pearl / guide picks (reference quality, no prices); data from Overture, Michelin Guide and others.