Notoir
City Center, Hasselt
Restaurant in Hasselt, Belgium
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Notoir is worth considering for a central Hasselt lunch or dinner when the goal is a proper sit-down restaurant rather than takeout. The lack of published cuisine, chef, price, and award signals means it is better treated as a practical local booking than a destination splurge. For off-premise dining, choose a venue with clearer takeout strengths.
About Notoir
In Hasselt, Notoir is a restaurant to consider when the priority is a smart-casual meal with lunch and dinner hours on most open days. It is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, and it opens for lunch and dinner on Monday and Thursday through Sunday.
Consider this when the timing works in Hasselt
The recommendation is cautious but positive: choose Notoir if the Hasselt location works and the group wants a restaurant with lunch and dinner hours across much of the week. Treat it as a practical option rather than a destination you choose for a named dish, accolade, or specific format.
For someone planning a visit, the decision is mainly about timing. Lunch is available from 12–2:30 PM on Monday and Thursday through Sunday. Dinner is available from 6–10 PM on those same days. Tuesday and Wednesday are closed, so plan around the open days and confirm current availability directly before booking.
Use the basics to plan the visit
Notoir has lunch and dinner hours on its open days, and the dress code is smart casual.
For broader planning around the city, use our full Hasselt restaurants guide and compare Notoir with other Hasselt dining options before deciding.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12–2:30 PM, 6–10 PM · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- Botermarkt 19, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
- Website
- notoir.be
- Phone
- +32469614088
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Notoir presents itself as a quietly assured table in Hasselt’s Botermarkt square. The room favors returning locals over one‑off visitors, which keeps the service and the menu grounded rather than theatrical. That steady personality reads as sophisticated and classic: a fine‑dining address that resists seasonal showmanship in favor of reliable, well‑crafted plates. The setting on a pedestrianised square gives the restaurant a charming, visible presence in the city centre, while the emphasis on regulars and familiarity keeps the mood relaxed and approachable rather than overly formal.
Best For
This is primarily a dinner destination for people who appreciate refined, consistent cooking without excessive fuss. It suits date nights and special evenings while also welcoming locals who make repeat visits; the emphasis on regulars suggests it’s well suited to quiet celebratory meals or calm evenings out rather than loud group fare. Located on Botermarkt in the city centre, it’s easy to combine with an after‑work walk through the pedestrianised square or a leisurely evening in Hasselt’s compact dining circuit.
Ordering Tips
Regulars inform the ordering logic here: the menu rewards repeat visits because signature items and reliable preparations recur. Trust the staff and look for the dishes that have endured: those are the plates the returning guests order on repeat. Where available, try the house highlights listed by the venue (for example, cabillaud miso, raviolis au homard and the classic dame blanche) and ask servers for the kitchen’s steadier offerings rather than hunting for seasonal showpieces. In short, favor proven dishes and recommendations from staff.
Venue details
Ambiance
Chaleureuse et intime avec un intérieur cosy et une terrasse, idéale pour savourer un repas tranquille.
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Vibe
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- Prix fixe, A la carte, Small plates
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- cabillaud miso
- raviolis au homard
- dame blanche
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Botermarkt 19, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12–2:30 PM, 6–10 PM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 12–2:30 PM, 6–10 PM
- Friday
- 12–2:30 PM, 6–10 PM
- Saturday
- 12–2:30 PM, 6–10 PM
- Sunday
- 12–2:30 PM, 6–10 PM
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- 't Genoegen, Notable alternative
- Entrepot del Tartufo, Notable alternative
- Lento, Notable alternative
- De Goei Goesting, Notable alternative
- L'Aperi Vino, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Notoir compares in Hasselt
Notoir is the practical central pick when location and a conventional restaurant rhythm matter more than a clearly defined culinary identity. 't Genoegen, Entrepot del Tartufo, and Lento are better cross-shops if the group wants to compare by cuisine, mood, or a more specific dining brief before choosing.
For value, Notoir is hard to judge without a published price range, so it should not be the automatic pick for a budget-sensitive meal. De Goei Goesting and L'Aperi Vino are the more useful alternatives to check when the decision depends on ambiance and a clearer sense of what the night will feel like.
Booking difficulty looks low for Notoir compared with venues people choose for a specific concept or occasion, but that cuts both ways: it is convenient, not necessarily the strongest choice for a celebratory dinner. If the table needs to feel more intentional, compare it with 't Genoegen, Entrepot del Tartufo, or Lento before committing.
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Compare Notoir
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Notoir | Hasselt | No published awards |
| 't Genoegen | Hasselt | No published awards |
| Entrepot del Tartufo | Hasselt | No published awards |
| Lento | Hasselt | Tabelog 100 - Cafe - EAST - 2025 · #91 |
| De Goei Goesting | Hasselt | No published awards |
| L'Aperi Vino | Hasselt | No published awards |
How Notoir Hasselt compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Notoir?
Both are options on the open days. Notoir opens for lunch from 12–2:30 PM and dinner from 6–10 PM on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Tuesday and Wednesday are closed.
Is Notoir good for a special occasion?
Notoir can be considered for a smart-casual meal in Hasselt, with lunch and dinner hours on Monday and Thursday through Sunday. Confirm occasion-specific details such as menus, prices, or private spaces directly if they matter to the plan.
What are alternatives to Notoir in Hasselt?
't Genoegen, De Goei Goesting, Entrepot del Tartufo, L'Aperi Vino, and Lento are useful names to compare when deciding where to eat. Compare current formats and menus directly before choosing between them and Notoir.
