6 connoisseur restaurant tips
Maastricht is the city of foodies. You can do sophisticated and tasteful shopping, stay overnight stay and enjoy nature, art and culture. The city is also known for its many excellent places to eat and drink. And of course for 't Preuvenemint, the largest and chicest culinary festival in the Benelux. Hence the nickname of 't Preuvenemint: the grande dame. In this blog, we tell you which six connoisseur restaurants you should not miss when visiting Maastricht. Where will you make a reservation?
Bar Beurre
Beurre' is the French word for butter, an ingredient that is indispensable in classic French cuisine. This atmospheric bistro in Maastricht's Jekerk Quarter is all about pure flavours, rich sauces and dishes without too much frills. From refined fish dishes to French classics with a modern touch, everything is meant to be thoroughly enjoyed. The warm lighting, carefully selected wines and music turned up a notch ensure that an evening at Bar Beurre soon turns into a long drink at the table.
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Bar Beurre
Bar Beurre
Bar Beurre is a contemporary French restaurant where classic dishes are given a modern twist, with atmospheric music and a refined wine selection. More info on Bar Beurre
Brandsøn
Brandsøn surprises you right away with its décor. A catering establishment in Montreal was the inspiration for the large, round bar at the entrance. In the restaurant area, you are transported to Scandinavia. And in a central place, you will find a mosasaurus or mesh lizard in the Brandsøn logo. The mosasaur refers to Maastricht as the first location where the fossil remains of this prehistoric animal were found and to the restaurant's location: right on the Meuse near the 13th-century Sint-Servaas bridge. Brandsøn is at least as surprising when it comes to shared, fine and private dining. A reservation at the chef's table is among the possibilities.
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Brandsøn drinking bar & dining room
Brandsøn drinking bar & dining room
A new hotspot in Maastricht since 1 March 2018. Bar, Lounge & Restaurant, all under one roof. More info on Brandsøn drinking bar & dining room
Tout à Fait
This restaurant just off Our Lady's Square received a Michelin star in 2002. To this day, it has endured all seasons radiantly. Those same seasons determine the menu. On it are eight small dishes that change every month. Tout à Fait has a preference for classic cuisine with recognisable dishes. There are no Asian influences. Yet apart from tradition, there is more than enough room for creativity and originality. This is because the staff at Tout à Fait constantly inspire and challenge each other.
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Tout à Fait
Tout à Fait
Inspired by the seasons, Bart Ausems surprises his guests with subtle combinations in which tradition and originality go hand in hand. More info on Tout à Fait
NOON
NOON 's open kitchen is half Mediterranean and half Asian. Inside - soft yellow marl wall, cheerful murals, lots of (hanging) plants - there is room for around 70 people. On the outdoor terrace close to the Meuse, that's more than double. From the terrace, you can wave at passing boaters and have a particularly nice view of the Sint-Servaas bridge, the Wilhelmina bridge and the Maastricht skyline. NOON is known as a quirky hideout amid the local restaurant scene. Not for nothing do many people know how to find it quickly. Because of the uncommon dishes, the distinctive cocktails ánd the distinctive wine list.
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NOON
NOON
Restaurant located on the river Meuse. Enjoy the surprising dishes with local ingredients. More info on NOON
Bouchon d'en Face
A classically decorated French restaurant serving classic French dishes such as steak tartare and confit de canard. Bouchon d'en Face concentrates mainly on the rich flavour of meat and, to a lesser extent, nouvelle or haute cuisine. About the name: Lyon used to be a textile city. Small cafés sprang up in various districts where you could also get a simple meal as a textile worker. Those cafés were recognisable by a straw bundle on the facade. Those little bundles were called bouchons. Later, the eateries were also called bouchons. But to what does 'd'en face' (across the street) refer? A friendly staff member at Bouchon d'en Face will be happy to answer that.
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Bouchon d'en Face
Bouchon d'en Face
Bouchon d'en Face brings the typical Lyon bistro style to the Netherlands. More info on Bouchon d'en Face
Beluga Loves You
In January 2020, Beluga Loves You new style received its first Michelin star. You are welcomed in Bosco, a mystical, wooded setting. This is followed by the main room Aqua, overlooking the Meuse and Maastricht. To conclude the meal, there is Terra, an intimate underground location. Beluga Loves You works according to the principles of the RAW cooking style: simplicity of cooking and use of the animal from head to tail go hand in hand with sustainable products from the region, among others. Such as Maastricht chocolates alongside herbs, flowers and plants from Margraten and trout from the Voerstreek. All in all, Beluga Loves You offers more than enough 'ingredients' to love Beluga too.
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Beluga Loves You
Beluga Loves You
Stylish restaurant where culinary creativity is central. With surprising dishes, local products and an eye for detail. More about Beluga Loves You
