Brasserie N4

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Brasserie N4 in Martelange, Belgium – Bib Gourmand Modern French Cuisine

At the edge of the vast Anlier forest, a favourite stop for hikers and travellers passing through the Belgian Ardennes, Brasserie N4 in Martelange offers a welcome that is both warm and refined. This brasserie-grill and hotel, formerly known as Le Vertige des Saveurs, has earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its good quality, good value cooking—a recognition that speaks to the kitchen’s steady hand and thoughtful sourcing.

The menu reads with a clear, confident simplicity. Starters include a langoustine bisque with garnishes, a bio egg from the nearby Ferme des 2 Fontaines cooked at 63° with beef cheeks and shaved black truffle, and snails from the Hélicicole farm in Winville. A house terrine of foie gras with Jurançon wine and marinated salmon with a sour cream and caviar Mujol show a kitchen that respects tradition while adding its own polish.

Main courses range from a confit duck leg with a jus and potato gratin to a sea bass fillet stuffed with langoustines in a creamy crustacean fumet. The Josper grill is put to good use on an Angus entrecôte and a BBB beef fillet, both served with fresh fries and béarnaise. There is also a fricassee of lobster and langoustines, and a slow-cooked lamb shank with rosemary. For those who want the full experience, the Bib Gourmand menu offers a three-course selection at a set price.

The surroundings are straightforward and relaxed, with outdoor seating, air conditioning, and a bar. The restaurant also caters for private parties and events. For anyone exploring the region or simply passing through, Brasserie N4 delivers modern French cuisine with a sense of place and a clear commitment to value.