What should I order at Kokarde?
Kokarde
Duck
Mentioned specifically as a dish, noted as slightly tough by one reviewer but still part of the overall enjoyable food experience, indicating it is a notable item on the menu.
Menu with accompanying wines
Several reviews highlight the set menu accompanied by well-paired wines as a standout feature, praising the wine selection and how the wines complement the dishes, making the menu highly recommended.
Fingerfood hapjes (finger food appetizers)
Described as providing a tasty hint of the chef's refined and balanced flavors, these appetizers are appreciated as part of the overall high-quality dining experience.
Beer 'Ros Beiaard 2020'
Mentioned as a very good tasting Belgian beer served as an aperitif, recommended for those who enjoy local craft beers alongside their meal.
About Kokarde
Kokarde is a modern French restaurant in Dendermonde, known for refined food, wine pairings, and a cozy, historic setting. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly reception, the quality of the menu, and the accompanying wines. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, offers dine-in and outdoor seating, and is described as quiet, romantic, and upscale. It is also noted for reservations being required or recommended, especially for lunch and dinner.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
Frequently asked questions
What is Kokarde known for?
Kokarde is best known for its menu with accompanying wine pairings, especially the 4-course menu that reviewers mention often. Guests also highlight the refined food and the way the wines, including non-French selections, are matched to the dishes.
What dishes are most recommended at Kokarde?
Reviewers most often point to the 4-course menu and the menu with accompanying wines, with the duck also specifically mentioned, although one diner found it slightly tough. The food is described as delicious and high quality, so the menu format seems to be the main recommendation rather than a single à la carte dish.
What is the atmosphere like at Kokarde?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, romantic, and upscale, with a historic feel in a mansion on the Grote Markt in Dendermonde. It suits couples, groups, and solo diners who want a calm fine-dining meal with attentive service.
Is Kokarde good value, and what is the price range?
Kokarde is in the $$ price range, and reviewers say the quality is high enough that it feels like a special-occasion restaurant rather than an everyday stop. Several comments note that the food and wine pairing are worth the trip, while still being affordable enough to visit occasionally.
Do you need a reservation at Kokarde?
Yes, reservations are accepted and both lunch and dinner reservations are recommended, with some planning notes saying reservations are required. That fits the restaurant’s fine-dining setup and its popularity for menu dining and wine pairings.
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