
Amici
Sint-Martens-Latem
Restaurant in Sint-Martens-Latem, Belgium
The Read
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book Amici for a calm, occasion-ready meal in Sint-Martens-Latem where wine matters. Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 2026 lists it with a Plate, Star Wine List includes it for 2026, making it a stronger pick for dates, client meals, small celebrations than for casual brasserie dining.
About Amici
In Sint-Martens-Latem, Amici is a useful shortlist option when you want a restaurant with external recognition rather than a word-of-mouth pick. Amici has listed opening hours, a smart-casual dress code, Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 2026 Plate recognition, Star Wine List 2026 recognition. That combination gives it a clearer basis for planning than a venue described only in general terms.
For specific questions about cuisine, chef, menu format, price level, seating style, or signature dishes, check directly before booking. Amici is a grounded option to consider when recognition matters in the decision, especially if you are comparing restaurants on details that can be stated plainly. If you are comparing options, you can also look at names such as Brasserie Boulevard, Brasserie Latem, Chez Jean, De Klokkeput, or d'Oude Schuur.
Choose it for recognition, not an assumed format
Amici is best evaluated through its recognition and practical details. Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 2026 lists the restaurant with a Plate, Star Wine List includes it for 2026. The public listing also notes a smart-casual dress code and service windows across Monday to Friday, with Saturday and Sunday closed. Those points are enough to establish the restaurant as a candidate, while the meal itself is best checked with the restaurant before booking.
For daytime plans, Amici has lunch hours on Monday, Thursday, Friday. For evening plans, dinner hours are listed Monday through Friday. That practical distinction is useful when matching the restaurant to a schedule, while keeping expectations focused on the occasion rather than an implied format.
The recognition is the clearest reason to pick it
The recognition is the main reason to place Amici on a Sint-Martens-Latem shortlist. The Michelin Plate and Star Wine List 2026 mention give diners more context than a listing with hours alone. If those signals matter to the occasion, Amici is worth considering. They do not, by themselves, describe the full experience, but they do provide a meaningful reason to look at Amici before less clearly documented options.
Compared with Brasserie Latem, Amici brings Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 2026 Plate and Star Wine List 2026 recognition. Compared with Brasserie Boulevard, it should be chosen for those recognition signals rather than for an assumed menu or price category. Compared with d'Oude Schuur, the decision should come down to which venue better fits the occasion and practical details.
Where it fits in a Sint-Martens-Latem shortlist
Put Amici on the shortlist when you want a Sint-Martens-Latem restaurant with Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 2026 Plate recognition and Star Wine List 2026 recognition. It is a sensible inclusion when the brief is to find a smart-casual restaurant backed by external references, while checking finer details directly before booking. Put Brasserie Latem, Brasserie Boulevard, Chez Jean, De Klokkeput, or d'Oude Schuur into the comparison set if you are still deciding between dining options.
Quick reference: pick Amici for a smart-casual Sint-Martens-Latem restaurant with Michelin Plate and Star Wine List 2026 recognition; compare other venues when the exact menu style, price, or format is the deciding factor.
Planning details
- Location
- Dorp 12, 9830 Sint-Martens-Latem, Belgium
- Website
- amici-latem.be
- Phone
- +32 9 395 66 69
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Amici sits modestly on the village square in Sint-Martens-Latem, a setting that favors quiet, settled dining over flash. The restaurant reads warmer and more Mediterranean in instinct than some of its French-leaning peers, which gives it a cozy, classic air that suits a small Lys Valley town. The write-up underscores a quality-conscious approach—local sourcing and an attentive wine program—which translates into a sophisticated but unpretentious experience. Expect an intimate, scenic sense of place rather than anything theatrical: this is a local favorite that earns recognition through consistency and a quietly confident manner.
Best For
Amici is best for evening meals where the focus is on composed plates and a thoughtful wine list. Positioned within a €€€ tier of local dining and noted for a White Star recognition from Star Wine List, it works well for date nights and group dinners that want dependable quality without formality. The local clientele and village-square location also make it a comfortable choice for relaxed get-togethers and casual hangouts among friends who appreciate well-sourced ingredients and a serious wine program. Reservations are sensible given its standing in a small town.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the restaurant's signature Italian dishes to get a clear sense of its strengths: the vitello tonnato, fettuccine with ragù and parmesan, melanzane alla parmigiana and the house-made tiramisu are all highlighted specialties. Given the White Star recognition for the wine list, ask the staff for wine suggestions—there is clearly thought put into pairings. For groups, consider sharing several of the heartier classic dishes so everyone samples the sourcing-driven approach. If you have specific dietary needs, check with service in advance; the description emphasizes ingredient provenance rather than menu flexibility.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, inviting setting with natural light in a characterful historic building overlooking the picturesque village square.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
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Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- vitello tonnato
- fettuccine with ragù and parmesan
- house-made tiramisu
- melanzane alle parmigiana
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if Amici is not the right fit
Choose Brasserie Latem if the group wants Classic French at €€€ rather than a wine-led occasion meal.
Choose Brasserie Boulevard for a Belgian brasserie format, or d'Oude Schuur for Traditional Cuisine at €€€.
Restaurant context
How Amici compares in Sint-Martens-Latem
Amici is the more occasion-led pick if wine recognition is part of the decision. Its Michelin Guide Plate listing and Star Wine List 2026 mention give it a stronger external signal than a standard neighborhood meal, while Brasserie Latem is the clearer choice for diners who specifically want Classic French at €€€.
Brasserie Boulevard is the better fit for a Belgian brasserie brief, especially when the group wants a familiar, less formal meal. d'Oude Schuur is the more direct Traditional Cuisine option at €€€, while Amici is stronger when the experience needs to feel more polished and wine-aware.
Chez Jean and De Klokkeput sit in the same local decision set, but the provided details do not give them the same clear cuisine or recognition signals. For a special occasion, start with Amici; for value clarity, choose one of the €€€ peers with a defined style.
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Compare Amici
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amici | Sint-Martens-Latem | ; | Star Wine Lists 2026Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 2026 | ; |
| Chez Jean | Sint-Martens-Latem | No published awards | ; | ; |
| De Klokkeput | Sint-Martens-Latem | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Brasserie Latem | Sint-Martens-Latem | Classic French | Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€€ |
| d'Oude Schuur | Sint-Martens-Latem | Traditional Cuisine | Star Wine Lists 2026 · #1Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€€ |
| Brasserie Boulevard | Sint-Martens-Latem | Belgian | Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€€ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Amici?
Check the current menu directly for specific dishes, cuisine, menu format. The clearest signals are Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 2026 Plate recognition and Star Wine List 2026 recognition, so review the menu before choosing what to order.
Is Amici good for a special occasion?
Amici can be considered for an occasion where recognition matters. It has Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 2026 Plate recognition, Star Wine List 2026 recognition, a smart-casual dress code. For ambience, private rooms, or group capacity, ask the restaurant directly.
What should a first-timer know about Amici?
Check the opening days first. Amici is closed Saturday and Sunday, opens for lunch on Monday, Thursday, Friday, opens for dinner Monday through Friday. It is in Sint-Martens-Latem.
How far ahead should I book Amici?
What are alternatives to Amici?
Other names to compare include Brasserie Latem, Brasserie Boulevard, Chez Jean, De Klokkeput, d'Oude Schuur. Amici stands out for its Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 2026 Plate and Star Wine List 2026 recognition.
Is lunch or dinner better at Amici?
Amici lists lunch on Monday, Thursday, Friday from 12–2 PM, dinner Monday through Friday from 6:30–9:30 PM. Choose based on the service window that fits your plans.




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