Zet'joe — Restaurant in Bruges

After eating here, I legit feel like I've been scammed by Michelin. No way this compares to the many other Michelin starred restaurant I've been in, and I'm trying not to be a snob (414 euros for 2, it hurts a bit, and honestly never been charged for the 'welcome champagne, 36 euros at that'). Scallops didn't taste like scallops and had a strong flavor of soap. Main dishes were unflavorful, poorly tasting, and poorly cooked (rice uneatable, salmon flavors poor, missing an option on the menu, over seasoning of the crab) and overall not good or imaginable. 1 out of 2 desserts were also uneatable because of the flavors (strong curry ice cream, get out of here, gross). After a rhythmic meal, suddenly desserts were delayed over 40 minutes and I had to ask for them (and in the meantime, the cleaning crew had time to scrub and clean the entire kitchen-ugh). The only other couple in the restaurant were also upset and uncomfortable at the end. Sorry but this restaurant is not deserving of a michelin star, and even on Google, they deserve less than 2 stars. Front of house was it's saving grace.

Edit: Apparently they flagged my negative review and they got it removed. Everything posted is the truth and my spouse can...

Dining here is truly an experience from the moment you walk through the door to the moment you leave your table. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with a refined yet relaxed feel that immediately sets the tone for a memorable evening.

From the very beginning, the service stood out — professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate. The menu was explained in detail, with staff taking the time to share the inspiration behind each dish and guide us through the journey ahead. Every course was crafted with care and precision, and you could really sense the thought that had gone into both the flavours and presentation.

The wine pairing was exceptional — each glass perfectly complementing its dish without ever overpowering. And the dessert? A beautiful finale that tied everything together with elegance and creativity.

It’s rare to find a restaurant where every element — service, food, atmosphere, and wine — comes together so seamlessly. This is not just a meal, but a curated experience that lingers long after the final bite. An absolute must-try in Bruges. I’d return in...

Wow, I wanted to share our terrible dinner experience at that restaurant and saw Holly’s review - another guest who posted a day ago. I agree with her every word! We’ve been all around the world, dined in the best restaurants, 1-2-3 Michelin starred and that was a joke! Maybe restaurant changed their chef? The food was mediocre. Also, the front manager or sales person- I am not sure how to call him- was super pushy and made us feel uncomfortable. He came to us every 2 minutes when we were deciding on the menu. A La carte - the price for 1 appetizer is 65-75 euros? Seriously? In the end we left without waiting for the desert (which was next in the Het Vlakke Land prefix) just because wanted to finish this awful experience. Beautiful city of Bruges deserves better! P.S. We never paid 18 euros for a...