Talloor d'Or

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Talloor d'Or – Modern Cuisine in Gent, Belgium | Michelin Recommended

Talloor d'Or in Gent

At Talloor d'Or, the duo behind the stove and the front of house work in close harmony. Chef Matthias balances flavours with precision, relying on high-quality, seasonal products. Host Nikki brings a warm, attentive presence that turns a meal into a memorable evening. Together, they offer a modern cuisine experience that feels both refined and unforced.

The restaurant's setting reinforces this approach. A green inner garden opens up in summer, turning into a hidden oasis for al fresco dining. Inside, the Chef's Table places you right at the edge of the kitchen – counter dining that lets you watch Matthias and his team at work. It is an intimate way to experience the kitchen's rhythm, and it works best for solo diners or couples.

The menu changes with the seasons, but typical dishes reveal a clear sensibility. Lunch might offer vitello tonnato with bone marrow and parmesan, gyoza filled with pork and nobashi, or swordfish with chimichurri and polenta. Dinner follows a "Chef's Choice" format of four or five courses, featuring ingredients such as langoustine with tomato and XO, monkfish with oyster and plankton, and Presa Ibérico with courgette and oregano. Wagyu A5 and European lobster appear as supplements. Desserts like peach with elderflower or Tahiti vanilla with chocolate sauce round out the meal.

Talloor d'Or's recognition in the Michelin guide for 2026 confirms what regulars already know: this is a kitchen that takes its craft seriously without ever becoming stiff. The atmosphere stays warm, the service personal, and the cooking true to the season.

In a city with a lively food scene, Talloor d'Or stands out for its honest, modern gastronomy – and for the genuine hospitality of Nikki and Matthias.