Hosted by Studio Simons
city center, Hasselt
Restaurant in Hasselt, Belgium
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Hosted by Studio Simons is a better fit for a planned Hasselt dinner than for takeout or delivery. Choose it for a date, celebration, or client meal where the hosted room is part of the value; cross-shop JER if you want clearer modern-cuisine and €€€ positioning before deciding.
About Hosted by Studio Simons
Hosted by Studio Simons is a Hasselt dinner option with a narrow weekly schedule: it opens Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 7:15–11 PM, and is closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday. Given its evening hours, it is best considered for a planned dinner rather than a daytime stop.
The dress code is smart casual, so a neat, dinner-ready outfit is the safest choice.
Choose it for the evening, not for daytime plans
The practical read is simple: this is a dinner-only establishment. If the occasion needs a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday evening in Hasselt, Hosted by Studio Simons may fit. If the occasion needs lunch or another day of the week, its schedule does not support it.
For broader browsing before committing, compare the timing and fit against De Goei Goesting, Entrepot del Tartufo, Hosted by Studio Simons, JER, Lento, and Notoir. For a wider scan, use Our full Hasselt restaurants guide; if dinner is part of a longer stay, you can also browse Our full Hasselt bars guide.
Who should pick it, and who should cross-shop
Pick Hosted by Studio Simons when the plan is a contained evening in Hasselt and the timing matches its Thursday-to-Saturday dinner hours. Cross-shop JER, Lento, Entrepot del Tartufo, Notoir, or De Goei Goesting when you want to compare other dining options before choosing a final reservation.
For readers comparing more broadly, note that Hosted by Studio Simons is in Hasselt, follows a smart casual dress code, and opens for dinner on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- Maastrichterstraat 80, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
- Website
- hostedbystudiosimons.com
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Hosted by Studio Simons reads like a design studio that also accommodates hospitality; the emphasis is on materiality, composition and careful presentation rather than high-volume service. The interior and exterior framing signal that visits are about atmosphere and sensory detail, and the pace is deliberately unhurried. Visitors encounter a refined, composed setting where the look and feel of the space matters as much as what’s on the plate. Expect a sophisticated, elegant and relaxed environment that privileges close attention to design and a contemplative approach to dining.
Best For
This venue rewards visitors who are interested in design and deliberate experiences rather than conventional, high-throughput dining. It is well suited to solo explorers, design-minded diners and anyone who enjoys slow, attentive visits that emphasize presentation and material thinking. Located on Maastrichterstraat amid independent retail and creative studios, it also appeals to people making a day of exploring Hasselt’s design district. Groups are possible, but the format favors focused, small-scale visits where objects, light, and food are central to the experience.
Ordering Tips
The menu highlights composed, carefully sauced dishes; the signature langoustine with turnips in orange-ginger and saffron-honey-lemon sauces is called out as a defining dish and is a safe choice to understand the kitchen’s palate. Because the experience privileges presentation and a slower register, plan to allow time for courses and to pay attention to how dishes are composed. Treat the visit as a considered tasting of flavors: this will reward both the palate and the design-forward atmosphere.
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined and intimate atmosphere in a hidden location amid busy shopping streets.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- Tasting menu
Signature Dishes
langoustine with turnips in orange-ginger sauce and saffron-honey-lemon sauce
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Maastrichterstraat 80, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 7:15–11 PM
- Friday
- 7:15–11 PM
- Saturday
- 7:15–11 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
Maastrichterstraat 80, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium · Directions
Also consider
Where to look if this is not the right fit
If the priority is a clearer modern-cuisine and €€€ signal, look at JER. If the goal is simply another Hasselt dinner option with a different feel, compare Notoir and De Goei Goesting before choosing.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Hasselt
Against JER, Hosted by Studio Simons is the less clearly defined choice because JER carries a modern-cuisine label and €€€ price signal. Choose JER when price positioning and category clarity matter; choose Hosted by Studio Simons when the appeal is a more contained evening built around the room and hosted format.
Lento, Entrepot del Tartufo, Notoir, and De Goei Goesting are useful cross-shops if the main decision is ambiance or value for money rather than a specific cuisine. Without a confirmed price range here, value is harder to judge in advance, so diners who need a predictable spend should compare menus before committing.
Booking difficulty is easy, which gives Hosted by Studio Simons an advantage for a lower-friction special-occasion dinner. For a splurge with a clearer modern-cuisine identity, start with JER; for a broader Hasselt night out where atmosphere and availability carry more weight, keep this on the shortlist.
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Compare Hosted by Studio Simons
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hosted by Studio Simons | Hasselt | No published awards | ||
| JER | Hasselt | Modern Cuisine | €€€ | Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #3702024 Michelin 1 Star2023 OAD Classical in Europe Recommended |
| Lento | Hasselt | Tabelog 100 - Cafe - EAST - 2025 · #91 | ||
| Entrepot del Tartufo | Hasselt | No published awards | ||
| Notoir | Hasselt | No published awards | ||
| De Goei Goesting | Hasselt | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Hosted by Studio Simons?
Dinner is the only option. Hosted by Studio Simons is closed Monday through Wednesday and on Sunday, with evening service on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 7:15–11 PM. No lunch service is available.
What are alternatives to Hosted by Studio Simons?
For comparison, consider De Goei Goesting, Entrepot del Tartufo, JER, Lento, and Notoir, or browse other dining in Hasselt more generally. Hosted by Studio Simons makes the most sense when the priority is a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday dinner in Hasselt.
Is Hosted by Studio Simons good for a special occasion?
It may suit a special occasion if the timing matches its dinner hours: Thursday, Friday, or Saturday from 7:15–11 PM.
What should I wear to Hosted by Studio Simons?
The dress code is smart casual. A neat, dinner-ready outfit is the safe choice for an evening at Hosted by Studio Simons in Hasselt.
