De Keuken van Arragon

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De Keuken van Arragon, Fluitenberg – Michelin Recommended Modern Cuisine

A restaurant in the woods

De Keuken van Arragon occupies a woodland setting in Fluitenberg, Drenthe. The atmosphere is intimate and welcoming – a place where the surroundings invite you to slow down and savour the evening.

Creative kitchen, no fixed menu

Chef Herco van Arragon leads the kitchen with a philosophy of freshness and spontaneity. There is no set menu. Instead, each dish is composed according to what is at its peak. Seasonal vegetables come from the restaurant’s own garden, harvested day-fresh. The result is modern cuisine rooted in the land around it, changing with the weeks and months.

Wine paired with care

Every course is accompanied by wine selected by sommelier and hostess Cynthia. She draws from a wide international cellar, matching each plate with a glass that deepens the flavour. The service is genuine and attentive, making the meal feel personal.

Michelin Recommended – with reason

The restaurant’s consistent quality and creative independence earned it a Michelin Recommended award in 2026. The guide’s distinction reflects what regulars already know: here, the cooking is driven by passion, not by convention.

Vegetarian welcome, no vegan

The kitchen happily accommodates vegetarian preferences. Vegan requests are not taken, as the team prefers to retain full creative freedom for each dish. But for anyone who loves vegetables, herbs, and carefully sourced ingredients, this is a place where simplicity becomes refined.