Hotel Drie Eiken

Vintage rolls out surprise after surprise, starting with the isolated location of the tastefully restored farmstead tucked away in the countryside around Kontich. Huge picture windows and a splendid terrace ensure you make the most of the stunning scenery, while period beams and elegant works of art set the scene indoors. Steven Wullaert’s high-flying food-wine pairings will fascinate even the most discerning wine buffs.Next chef Cyril Moulin makes his entrance with a score depicted by a bold fresh approach and razor-sharp precision, without forgetting a classical background of epic stature, c

Enter the former stables of Hof Ter Linden and discover a mysterious world of cosy romanticism. The period wooden timbers, old stone floors and soft lighting underscore the building’s historic character and provide the perfect foil to deftly crafted fare that cleverly mixes old and new. The chef lets his imagination run riot, adding the odd fascinating international touch. The powerful butter sauce, jazzed up with dashi, adds a kick to pure white sablefish, while crispy calf’s sweetbread is boldly paired with anchovy and a hibiscus-laced mousseline. We recommend the set menu to get a genuine i

Jan Decan is a pianist and a chef down to his very core, as his restaurant, an elegant melody of ebony and ivory, harmoniously illustrates. You may even see him play if you’re lucky! Jan enjoys adding contemporary notes to a traditional score. For example, he may coat warm baby lobster with a delicate miso-laced beurre blanc, flanking it with a briny concoction of sea veggies, like sea lavender or sea banana. Your hostess is a treasure trove of insightful, food-wine tips and can be relied upon to expertly guide you through the attractive wine list.

Huge vats of beer and a remarkable tree sculpture immediately catch the eye as you step foot in the Staminée. Continue on to the elegant brasserie, where a trendy playlist and hip décor set the cosmopolitan scene. The chef puts his own spin on classical recipes. Examples of Fortuin’s focus on gutsy, authentic flavour include house-made fritters stuffed with hand-shelled grey shrimp or fork-tender cutlets flanked by crispy, piping-hot French fries cooked in tallow. Parents may be interested to know that children are more than welcome (special menu) and that there is a playground almost next-doo

The cosy restaurant of butcher shop De Laet & Van Haver is a veritable paradise for carnivores. Faced with such an array of delectable options, from Secreto 07 and entrecôtes of aged meat to traditional stews and offal, you'll be spoilt for choice. The carefully considered trimmings are a testament to the butcher's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Think beautifully marbled cut of Simmental beef, simply seasoned with coarse salt and rosemary, and served with a tomato salad and a lightly whipped béarnaise sauce. What a feast!