De Eenhoorn
Bazel, Kruibeke
Restaurant in Kruibeke, Belgium
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
De Eenhoorn serves lunch and dinner six days a week in Kruibeke, a quiet Scheldt Estuary town east of Antwerp. With no published cuisine details or chef background, it reads as a neighborhood spot rather than a destination, best for travelers who want an accessible midday meal without advance planning. Lunch hours Wednesday through Friday offer the calmest window.
About De Eenhoorn
De Eenhoorn is a dining venue in Kruibeke with service on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 12–2 PM and 6–9 PM, Saturday from 6–9 PM, Sunday from 12–2 PM and 6–9 PM. It is closed on Monday and Tuesday. The dress code is smart casual.
Plan a visit around the opening windows rather than around assumptions about a particular style of meal. Diners comparing options might also look at Bazalia, Hofke van Bazel, Cochon en Carrot, SELSation, or Trattoria Bazalia; compare cuisine, price, format directly when choosing between them.
The Room and the Format
The dress code is smart casual. That gives diners a practical baseline: arrive neat and comfortable, without assuming that formalwear or a particular dining format is required.
Practical Logistics
De Eenhoorn is in Kruibeke. The weekly schedule is: closed Monday and Tuesday; open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for 12–2 PM and 6–9 PM; open Saturday for 6–9 PM; and open Sunday for 12–2 PM and 6–9 PM.
If price range, reservation procedure, phone number, website, menu details, take-out or delivery availability, or dietary or allergy accommodations matter to your visit, check directly with the venue before making plans.
Planning details
- Location
- Kon. Astridplein 20, 9150 Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht, Belgium
- Website
- deeenhoorn.be
- Phone
- +3237440061
The take
The Take
The Vibe
De Eenhoorn sits on Kon. Astridplein and reads like a town-square restaurant that anchors local life. It leans into a Flemish domestic tradition—braised meats, seasonal vegetables and technique-focused preparations—and the kitchen prioritises careful execution over spectacle. The dining room balances classic, elegant touches with the approachable warmth of a community institution: polished plates and refined flavors delivered without the showmanship of destination fine dining. The result is a charming, cozy neighborhood restaurant where tradition and skilled cooking create a timeless, quietly assured atmosphere rather than theatrical flash.
Best For
De Eenhoorn is best experienced at dinner, when its signature mains and seasonal produce are most compelling. The menu’s focus on terrine, Chateau Briand with Bearnaise and premium asparagus suits date nights and special-occasion meals that call for composed, classic flavors. Its measured, community-facing character also makes it appropriate for business dinners that benefit from a composed setting and for family celebrations among locals. Expect a restaurant-paced evening built around multi-course cooking rather than a quick, casual meal.
Ordering Tips
When ordering, give priority to the menu’s named signatures. Begin with the Terrine van ganzenlever to sample the kitchen’s handling of classic foie-gras technique; follow with vegetable-forward starters that highlight seasonal produce from the polders. Reserve the Chateau Briand with Bearnaise as a centerpiece main—the dish reflects the restaurant’s emphasis on traditional meat cookery—and order the Asperges AAA when asparagus is in season. Overall, choose a restrained progression of courses that lets the kitchen’s technique and ingredient quality take center stage.
Venue details
Ambiance
Authentic and charming village atmosphere with a peaceful terrace and attentive, professional service.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Terrine van ganzenlever
- Chateau Briand - Bearnaise
- Asperges AAA
Planning details
Location
Kon. Astridplein 20, 9150 Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht, Belgium · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Bazalia, Notable alternative
- Trattoria Bazalia, Italian, €€
- Hofke van Bazel, Modern Flemish, Seasonal Cuisine, €€€€
- Cochon en Carrot, Notable alternative
- SELSation, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
De Eenhoorn competes in a thin field where Bazalia and Trattoria Bazalia (Italian, €€) offer more defined cuisine identities and easier-to-research menus. Trattoria Bazalia's Italian focus and moderate price tier make it the safer bet for first-time visitors who want clear expectations, while Hofke van Bazel (Modern Flemish, Seasonal Cuisine, €€€€) delivers the area's most ambitious cooking for splurge-worthy occasions. Cochon en Carrot and SELSation round out the local set, though neither has confirmed details that clarify positioning.
For value-conscious diners, Trattoria Bazalia's €€ tier and documented Italian menu provide the most transparent value proposition. De Eenhoorn's lack of published pricing or cuisine specifics makes it harder to recommend over peers with clearer profiles, unless you're already in the neighborhood and seeking a walk-in option during midweek lunch hours when other venues may be closed. Hofke van Bazel remains the top-tier choice for travelers willing to pay for seasonal Flemish cooking with defined ambition, while De Eenhoorn serves best as a fallback when convenience and proximity outweigh the need for advance research.
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Compare De Eenhoorn
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Eenhoorn | Kruibeke | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Bazalia | Kruibeke | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Trattoria Bazalia | Bazel | Italian | €€ | Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 2026We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Hofke van Bazel | Bazel | Modern Flemish, Seasonal Cuisine | €€€€ | Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262025 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #285We're Smart World Top Restaurants 2025We're Smart World Top 100 20252025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #2122024 Michelin 1 Star2023 OAD Classical in Europe Recommended |
| Cochon en Carrot | Hemiksem | ; | ; | No published awards |
| SELSation | Hemiksem | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at De Eenhoorn?
De Eenhoorn is open for lunch Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday from 12–2 PM, for dinner Wednesday through Sunday from 6–9 PM. For guidance on which service is quieter, busier, or better, ask directly.
What should I wear to De Eenhoorn?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose neat, comfortable clothing suitable for a smart-casual visit.
Can I eat at the bar at De Eenhoorn?
Is De Eenhoorn good for a special occasion?
De Eenhoorn may suit an occasion if the hours and smart-casual dress code fit your plans, but confirm any specific needs, such as private rooms, tasting menus, pricing, or special-occasion services, directly in advance.
