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Les Pieds dans le Plat
Duck
Mentioned as amazing with great flavor, though accompanied by couscous and bouillon that were considered a bit flat; overall the duck stands out as a highly recommended dish.
Cod (Cabillaud)
Highly praised for perfect cooking with a fine herb crust and remarkably balanced sauces that highlight the flavor, reflecting the chef's mastery of jus, reductions, and sauces.
Sole
Recommended for its perfect cooking and balanced sauces, similar to the cod, showcasing the chef's skill and attention to detail.
Menu Table d'Hôtes (9-course set menu)
Frequently appreciated for its generous and flavorful portions, excellent presentation, and a seamless dining experience from amuse-bouche to desserts, illustrating the chef's passion and creativity.
Cocktail maison
Noted for being excellent and a highlight alongside the wine pairings, adding to the overall enjoyable dining experience.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 12 to 3 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 11:30 PM |
About Les Pieds dans le Plat
Les Pieds dans le Plat is a fine dining restaurant in Hotton, Belgium, known for lunch and dinner in a cozy, quiet, romantic, and upscale setting. Reviewers consistently praise the warm, attentive service, the well-chosen wine selection, and dishes described as succulent, balanced, and full of flavor. The restaurant also offers outdoor seating, table service, and reservations are recommended or required for lunch and dinner. The price level is €100+, which matches the fine dining format and the emphasis on matching wines and multi-course meals.
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 entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Les Pieds dans le Plat known for?
It is especially known for its lobster menu and for pairing dishes with matching wines. Reviewers also highlight the wine selection, saying the pairings complete the meal and that the food is consistently flavorful and well balanced.
What dishes are most recommended at Les Pieds dans le Plat?
Reviewers specifically call out the lobster menu, the duck, the amuse-bouches, and the desserts, with the sweet pastry and dessert course mentioned as standouts. The main dishes are described as good overall, but the appetizers, duck, and dessert are the items that draw the strongest praise.
What is the atmosphere like at Les Pieds dans le Plat?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, warm, quiet, romantic, and upscale, with a charming Ardennes-style building. It suits couples, solo diners, and groups, and reviewers mention that the service feels welcoming rather than stiff.
Is Les Pieds dans le Plat good value, and what is the price range?
The restaurant is in the €100+ price range, so it sits firmly in fine dining territory. Reviewers still say it is worth it, especially when ordering the matching wines and tasting the full menu, because the food, service, and wine selection are all seen as high quality.
Do you need a reservation at Les Pieds dans le Plat?
Yes, reservations are accepted and both lunch and dinner reservations are recommended, with dinner reservations also noted as required. That matters because reviews mention occasional extra waiting when the room has large tables, so booking ahead is the safest way to avoid delays.
Is parking available at Les Pieds dans le Plat?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
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