Hotel de la Gare Aalst

Restaurants nearby

• Kelderman★ Michelin Charismatic Peter Van den Driesschen elegantly and effortlessly welcomes guests, thus setting the tone as he ushers you into a smart, fashionably pared-back dining room, bathed in light and hung with works of art, while overlooking a manicured garden. And that is only the beginning! Kelderman’s front-of-house team bends over backwards to make sure you lack for nothing as they spoil you rotten. Seafood enjoys the lead roles here, but meat-lovers needn’t fret as there is something for everyone. The chef allows the pure, unadulterated flavours of ingredients to shout their name rather than indulg1.4km
• De Bakermat★ Michelin Leave busy Leopoldlaan behind you, venture over the threshold of this spruce white villa and bask in the charming welcome of Barbara and chef Kevin. The couple is proud of their stylish establishment, appointed in a more modern vein to the rear and which sports an eye-catching glazed wine cellar. Over the years, De Bakermat has become a firm fixture of Ninove’s culinary scene. The secret to good food resides in the quality of the ingredients, which isn’t as simple as it sounds. Chef Kevin not only sources top-drawer produce, like turbot, truffles and premium breeds of meat, such as Holstein, h13.0km
• Fleur de Lin★ Michelin Nothing leaves the kitchen that chef Lode De Roover has not preened to perfection. From the surgically sliced vegetables to the spot-on cooking times and inspired plating, this fan of outstanding classical produce leaves nothing to chance, without forgoing the opportunity to treat himself to the odd creative and unexpected original touch. His signatures include subtle barbecued langoustine with lemongrass oil, lemon zest and a whey foam laced with shellfish jus or a medium rare fillet of Barbary duck flanked with a mind-blowingly rich jus and a crisp springtime medley of asparagus and broad be14.8km
• Agnes★ Michelin Thomas Locus has restored this former presbytery in the picturesque streets around the church of Bodeghem-Saint-Martin whilst upholding its period character. Agnes fascinates by its casual charm and each detail bears witness to a sincere respect for traditional table arts, notwithstanding the odd modern touch. The lineup of outstanding ingredients is emblematic of this ethos: hop shoots, hare and Burgundy wines are showcased with love and passion.This is also true of the intense sauces and spot-on culinary technique, embodied by juicy turbot cooked on the bone and paired with a sauce choron th15.2km
• Restaurant Cloche The bright, elegant venue of Tobias Clocheret and Wim De Mulder stands in the shadow of the belltower of Hofstade church and the front terrace is heavenly in summertime. Top-drawer produce like langoustines and sweetbread is pampered and delicately crafted into succulent recipes. The chef slices scallops into wafer thin carpaccio, adding a beurre blanc enhanced by fermented asparagus peelings, lovage oil and cauliflower textures. A felicitous feast designed to appeal to today’s tastebuds courtesy of a range of enticing textures.2.0km
• Sir Kwinten★★ Michelin Wine is central to Sir Kwinten, as you cannot fail but notice as soon as you cross the threshold of this imposing mansion. Flacons of wine are showcased in a display case, while Gueuze beer bottles escort you on your way to the restroom. Yannick Dehandschutter is a high-flying sommelier, who gets as much pleasure out of suggesting local beers and wine from the Dappeersveld estate as the production of a few daring winegrowers and even sakes. Now make your way upstairs to the elegant dining room, where wine also takes centre stage, thanks to food-wine matches made in heaven courtesy of a classic17.3km
• Hostellerie De Biek We wager that before you even set foot in this family-run eatery, you will have fallen in love with the authentic Flemish village. The immense windows of the former brewery overlook the village and a sheltered terrace, while the striking interior sports timber rafters and brick walls. Before relaxing in one of the comfortable guestrooms, treat yourself to something from the extensive menu. Brabançon-style pheasant or bouchot mussels served in a spicy nduja and red curry sauce: the chef adds a kick to Belgian classics thanks to playful, creative inventions. A knockout lineup of regional produce4.2km
• Pacht 26 Stefaan, chef and sommelier, is an enthusiastic foodie and wine connoisseur. He regularly scours eastern Europe to enrich his wine list. The many regulars to his friendly, welcoming establishment applaud the wine formula which reveals the full scope of his creativity. Each dish is a consummate blend of character and delicacy with legible ingredients such as duck’s liver and beetroot, depicted in fresh, subtle nuances.4.8km
• Apriori Kristof Coppens lets his imagination run riot as he endeavours to source and exalt produce from all over the world, combining, enhancing and respecting each ingredient’s intrinsic qualities. For example, classical flavours find their way onto the menu, providing they can be paired with his creative recipes. The wine list is a treasure trove of tipples from Italy, Spain and France. A bijou eatery if ever there was!5.1km
• Steeg The narrow lane leading to this buzzy eatery, near the Grand-Place of Dendermonde, would be quite at home on a historical movie set. Willem Vervaet once again demonstrates his love of live fire cooking and his creative flair. First, he grills scallops, before pairing them with raw celeriac seasoned with parsley and capers, and then adding a final flourish by way of a divine baked apple sauce. This chef enchants and surprises with nuances of grilled fruit and veggies. The menu is a treasure trove of playful combinations that never cease to intrigue and delight.10.7km

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

Attractions nearby

• Kasteel van Laarne château17.0km

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