Hertog Jan at Botanic

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Hertog Jan at Botanic: Michelin-Starred Omakase in Antwerp

An Omakase Experience in Antwerp

At Hertog Jan at Botanic Antwerp, chef Gert De Mangeleer and host Joachim Boudens offer a unique culinary total experience. The concept is omakase – you place your trust in the chef’s hands. The cooking is Japanese inspired and adapted to the rhythm of the seasons. This is Asian Fusion at its most personal and precise.

The intimate, serene setting was designed by Belgian top architect Benoit Viaene. With only 26 seats, the restaurant occupies a quiet corner of the Botanic Sanctuary hotel. The atmosphere is calm and focused, designed to let the food speak. The restaurant is open just two weeks per month, from Tuesday to Saturday, lending an air of exclusivity to every visit.

The Menu: Three Omakase Journeys

The kitchen offers three distinct tasting experiences. The Signature Lunch ‘Omakase style’ (€175) is a first encounter or a shorter option, featuring some of Gert’s most memorable signatures. The Omakase (€285) is a deeper exploration, and the Omakase ‘Deluxe’ (€385) includes an exclusive kitchen moment. Each menu can be paired with wine, deluxe wine, or non-alcoholic pairings. The menus are fixed, changing with the seasons and the availability of products.

Recognition and Setting

The restaurant holds two Michelin stars, a recognition of the excellent cooking and the refined, confident experience. The combination of Japanese culinary tradition, local Belgian sensibility, and the restrained elegance of the space makes this one of the most distinctive fine dining destinations in Belgium. For those seeking a complete evening, the restaurant is part of the Botanic Sanctuary hotel, allowing guests to extend their stay.