Mortier Gent — Restaurant in Ghent

Mortier puts cooking at the center. I personally find this incredibly refreshing in a time when form too often takes priority to substance. This is not to say that what meets the eye isn't appealing. Rather, it means that the eye can focus on the food. The mouth can focus on the food. On the small but convincing wine selection. On taste. This philosophy is exemplified by the bare gray walls and simple but functional style. Don't be put off, simply decor isn't there to be the main character. And yet the warm welcome by the smiling staff, the glimpse of the chef rattling the pans in the back, reminds you that it isn't decor that makes a place warm and welcoming. Eat here if you like your eyes wide...

Had quite high expectations, the food was good but not ”wow”. The staff were nice but when you have to wait 15min until you get to order (or even get noticed) it’s not the best start :) it was a bit busy, and they felt a bit stressed, which is ok of course, but it didn’t make the best experience. On top of that, they took 5-6 euro for tap water, which just felt completely off on a place like this (they didn’t tell us when we asked for it)…really...

Unbelievably tasty!! Right at the entrance of beautiful Ghent, make the wise decision of stopping at Mortier for an incredible meal prepared by the most welcoming staff in town. I love that the experience evolves and renews itself when the menu changes every week. Big fan of the fish dishes here. ✨😋✨ Will definitely...