Bienvenue à Le Jardin, a green oasis on the Mariaplaats where vegetables, herbs, and seasonal produce form the heart of the cuisine. Here, cooking begins with what the garden—and local farmers—provide. Every ingredient is chosen with care: artisanal, responsible, and as biological as possible. From this foundation, the kitchen crafts dishes infused with French technique, creative flair, and occasionally a refined touch of meat, fish, or poultry.

Step inside the dark-blue façade and enter a floral world framed by plants, cactuses, and soft light. The atmosphere shifts from intimate at the front to airy at the back, but everywhere you feel the same warm, lively energy. This is the domain of chef Tamara de Borst, known for “groentenomie”: elevating vegetables and herbs to center stage with vibrant creativity and subtle Asian influences.

Menus follow the rhythm of the seasons—2 to 4 courses for lunch or 4 to 6 for dinner—each dish plant-based at its core. Add fish or meat if you wish, though the vegetables shine so brightly you may not miss them. Vegan diners are thoughtfully accommodated, with nearly the full menu available fully plant-based upon request.

Expect bold flavors and artful compositions: slow-cooked aubergine with corn and apricot crème; garden-pea falafel with rendang dressing, lightly charred cauliflower, pickles, and a peanut crisp. Color, aroma, texture—everything comes together in harmony, turning the bounty of the garden into a refined dining experience.

MICHELIN Guide: Good cooking