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Bij Teus

Run by chef Martin and hostess Hanke Rotteveel, Bij Teus serves pure, seasonal dishes inside a converted automotive workshop on Houten’s Oude Dorp.

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Bij Teus in Houten: Creative Cuisine in a Converted Garage

The Kitchen and Its Founders

Chef Martin Rotteveel leads the kitchen at Bij Teus in Houten, where the daily menu follows a philosophy of pure, seasonal ingredients. This commitment to creative cuisine shapes every plate he prepares alongside his team. Their steady work earned the establishment a 12.5 rating from Gault&Millau for 2026. The kitchen favors seasonal cooking that highlights fresh produce without relying on heavy sauces.

The Space and Its Character

The dining room occupies a converted automotive workshop on Houten’s Oude Dorp, preserving its original structural bones. Exposed concrete and steel beams frame an open floor plan that keeps the kitchen fully visible to seated guests. Martin works alongside his partner Hanke Rotteveel, who manages the front of house with practiced ease. Their shared presence ensures that the industrial setting never feels cold.

Hospitality and Wine

Guests gather around tables that encourage conversation rather than formal distance. Martin selects wines that complement the day’s selections, building pairings that highlight the richness of each course. The atmosphere mirrors the founder’s namesake, a character known for hosting friends without pretense. Visitors often return to sample the daily crafted menus and explore the next iteration of creative cooking.

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