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MECHELEN D’Hoogh z Δ ̊ ¡¡¡¡¡
Grote Markt 19, 2800 Mechelen Tel (015) 217553 Road Map C2
This is the grand restaurant of Mechelen, a gilded 17th-century mansion filled with elegant, antique charm. The
cooking is equally aristocratic, founded on all the best Belgian principles of being true to the natural qualities of top
seasonal ingredients. Closed for Saturday lunch, and on Sunday evenings, Mondays and Tuesdays.
MECHELEN Folliez z ̊ ¡¡¡¡¡
Korenmarkt 19, 2800 Mechelen Tel (015) 420302 Road Map C2
Restaurant Folliez’s motto, “obsessed by flavour, with an eye for detail”, encapsulates the classic but modern
cooking of this up-and-coming eatery. Fish and meat dishes prepared with creative imagination; divine desserts.
Smart and relaxed decor of wine-red walls and contemporary photographs. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
ST-AMANDS ‘t Ebdiep Δ ¡¡¡¡¡
Emile Verhaerenstraat 14A, 2890 St-Amands Tel (052) 341416 Road Map C2
A comfortable modern dining room and a terrace with parasols makes ‘t Ebdiep an ideal place to stop and drink
in the charmed landscape around the River Scheldt. Flemish cuisine revisited with fresh vigour and contemporary
style. The menu shows devotion to fresh, seasonal ingredents. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.
ST-TRUIDEN Sud et Sol © ¡¡¡
Plankstraat 2, 3800 St-Truiden Tel (011) 686660 Road Map D2
This delightful restaurant glows with Mediterranean warmth, both in the decor and the cooking. The chef applies
his southern Italian roots to pasta, seafood, chicken and veal, with some southern French and Spanish flourishes.
The fixed-price lunch menus are particularly good value. Closed on Mondays, and for Thursday lunch.
ST-TRUIDEN Aan de Kerck van Melveren z Δ ̊ ¡¡¡¡
St-Godfriedstraat 15-21, 3800 St-Truiden Tel (011) 683965 Road Map D2
A 16th-century farmhouse of warm red brick is now the lovely setting for this first-rate restaurant, 3 km (2 miles)
northeast of St-Truiden. The garden is particularly beautiful. Classic French cuisine on offer, with special attention
to exquisite presentation. Closed for Saturday lunch, Sunday and Tuesday evenings and all day Mondays.
ST-TRUIDEN De Fakkels z Δ ¡¡¡¡¡
Hasseltsesteenweg 61, 3800 St-Truiden Tel (011) 687634 Road Map D2
Set in an elegantly furnished 1930s mansion just northeast of St-Truiden, De Fakkels sources the highest quality
ingredients from the Haspengouw region – famous for its farm produce – for its elaborate French cuisine.
Wonderful garden in summer. Closed on Mondays, also on Thursday and Sunday evenings.
TIENEN De Refugie z Δ ¡¡¡¡¡
Kapucijnenstraat 75, 3300 Tienen Tel (016) 824532 Road Map D2
A charming restaurant run with a very hands-on approach by its owner-chef. The dining room is modern, but
panelling and antique touches give it an atmosphere of intimacy. Garden terrace for summer dining. The cuisine
is French and Belgian, with some well-judged invention. Closed Tuesdays, Wednesdays and for Saturday lunch.
TONGEREN De Pelgrim Δ ¡
Brouwersstraat 9, 3700 Tongeren Tel (012) 238322 Road Map E2
In a town steeped in history, De Pelgrim is located ideally on the cobbled Brouwersstraat (Brewers’ Street), in the
pretty begijnhof quarter. This fine old pub occupies a red-brick, step-gabled building from 1642. A traditional
interior of exposed beams, wooden furniture. Excellent beer, and a range of pub food from snacks to spare ribs.
TONGEREN Magis z Δ ¡¡¡¡¡
Hemelingenstraat 23, 3700 Tongeren Tel (012) 743464 Road Map E2
A grand old mansion, once owned by the Teutonic knights of Alden Biesen, has been given a modern makeover to
create the Magis. It serves Michelin-star rated gastronomic French cuisine, with special emphasis on artistic presentation.
There is also a large garden, with an ornamental pool, for summer dining. Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
TURNHOUT Cucinamarangon Δ ¡¡¡
Patersstraat 9, 2300 Turnhout Tel (014) 424381 Road Map D1
In a beautifully converted patrician home, Fabio and Liana Marangon have created a theatrical setting for their
refined northern Italian cuisine. Seafood is a speciality as are carpaccio, risotto, pasta and classic Italian main dishes
with a twist. Good-value fixed-price menus. Closed on Mondays and for lunch on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
WESTERN WALLONIA
ATH Viandes etc^ ¡¡¡
Place du Maché aux Toiles 5-7, 7800 Ath Tel (068) 445977 Road Map B3
The name Viandes etc (Meats etc) sets the scene for dedicated non-vegetarian cooking that adheres to local
produce and is inventive and good value. The simple decor that includes the exposed wall of a medieval
tower. The plain tables are covered with red-checked cloths. Located near the Grand Place. Closed Wednesdays.
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