What should I order at 't Hemelrijck?
't Hemelrijck
Mussels
Mentioned as fresh and nicely cooked, highlighting the quality and preparation of the dish.
Mattentaart
Recommended as a delicious item to enjoy with coffee, noted in a positive context about the lovely meal and beautiful setting.
Steak
Praised for being very tender and of top quality, indicating it is a standout main course choice.
Varkensbrochette
Described as perfect and consistently delicious, making it a highly recommended dish, although it will no longer be available soon.
About 't Hemelrijck
't Hemelrijck is a restaurant in Geraardsbergen, Belgium, serving lunch, dinner, brunch, and dessert. It offers a casual, cozy, historic, and romantic setting with outdoor seating, table service, and a bar onsite. Reviewers consistently praise the good quality food, friendly service, fair prices, and pleasant atmosphere. The restaurant is also noted for fresh mussels, good coffee, and being a kid-friendly place with parking available.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Checks
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked questions
What is 't Hemelrijck known for?
It is especially known for fresh blue mussels, which reviewers say are nicely cooked and a standout dish. People also mention the sidewalk cafe setting in Geraardsbergen and the good price-quality balance, making it a popular stop after a walk or bike ride.
What dishes are most recommended at 't Hemelrijck?
The most frequently praised items are the blue mussels and the coffee, with reviews calling the mussels fresh and the coffee the best in the area. Reviewers also mention tasty food overall, including generous portions and good quality for the price.
What is the atmosphere like at 't Hemelrijck?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, casual, historic, quiet, and romantic, with many mentions of a pleasant sidewalk cafe feel. It suits solo diners, groups, and tourists, and reviewers often note that it is a nice place to sit for a drink or a meal.
Is 't Hemelrijck good value?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly describe it as budget friendly or fairly priced, with good price-quality and large portions. The listed price range is €30–40, which matches the comments about getting high-quality food and good service for the money.
Is there anything useful to know before visiting 't Hemelrijck?
Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, and the restaurant can be a bit of a hike because it sits on top of a hill. Reviewers say the setting is worth it, especially if you want to combine the meal with a walk or bike ride in the area.
Is parking available at 't Hemelrijck?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does 't Hemelrijck have vegetarian options?
Yes, 't Hemelrijck offers vegan options.
Is 't Hemelrijck kid-friendly?
Yes, 't Hemelrijck is good for kids.
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