d'Oude Schuur
Traditional Cuisine · Sint-Martens-Latem
Restaurant in Sint-Martens-Latem, Belgium
The Read
Burgundy-Anchored Farmhouse Table
Price
€€€
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
d'Oude Schuur holds a Michelin Plate and four consecutive Star Wine List awards; the strongest food-and-wine combination in Sint-Martens-Latem at the €€€ tier. It is a destination meal in a converted farmstead setting outside Ghent, best suited to diners who want traditional cuisine at a documented standard with a cellar to match. Book a week ahead for weekends; midweek is easier.
About d'Oude Schuur
Verdict
d'Oude Schuur is the most consistently recognised traditional cuisine table in Sint-Martens-Latem, holding a Michelin Plate in both 2024 and 2025 alongside four consecutive Star Wine List awards from 2023 through 2026. At €€€ pricing, it sits at the top of the local bracket; but the wine program alone makes it worth serious consideration for anyone who cares about what's in the glass as much as what's on the plate. Book here if you want a complete dining experience with demonstrable cellar depth. If you want something more casual or seafood-focused at the same price point, L'homard Bizarre is the alternative to weigh.
The Room and the Experience
Sint-Martens-Latem sits in the Leie region southwest of Ghent; quiet, leafy, known more for its painters' colony history than its restaurant scene. d'Oude Schuur occupies a setting that matches that register: a converted farmstead building at Baarle-Frankrijkstraat 1, the kind of space where the architecture does the work before any food arrives. The Flemish countryside framing means this is not a city-centre table you drop into on impulse. You come here with intention, the room rewards that.
The spatial character is the first thing a first-timer notices: thick walls, a sense of enclosure, the way a former agricultural structure holds its proportions even after a renovation. For the explorer-minded diner who wants a meal that connects to a place rather than just a price tier, that physical grounding matters. It puts the food in a context that a polished urban room cannot replicate. The seating format is not confirmed in available data, but venues of this footprint and award profile in Belgium typically offer a mix of table configurations; contact the restaurant directly to request specific seating arrangements for your party size or occasion.
The wine program is the clearest differentiator here. Star Wine List recognition four years running is not a participation award, it signals a list that has been independently audited and found to meet a high standard of selection, range, pricing transparency. For diners who find the wine list is often the weakest part of a Michelin Plate-level meal, d'Oude Schuur inverts that expectation. The food earns a Michelin Plate; the wine earns separate recognition entirely. That combination is less common than it should be at this level.
Timing and Booking
Booking difficulty at d'Oude Schuur is rated Easy, which is meaningful context for a Michelin Plate restaurant. You are unlikely to need weeks of lead time, but given the venue's location in a smaller municipality rather than a major city, its consistent award visibility, booking ahead by at least a week for weekend evenings is sensible. Midweek lunch, if available, is likely the quietest window and the leading entry point for a first visit when you want to take the room in without the noise of a full Friday service. Hours are not confirmed in available data; verify directly before planning travel.
The drive from central Ghent takes roughly 20 minutes, which makes d'Oude Schuur a viable option for a dedicated dinner excursion rather than a spontaneous city-adjacent meal. From Brussels, plan for closer to an hour. If you are building a wider Leie region itinerary, see our full Sint-Martens-Latem restaurants guide for context on the full local dining picture, our Sint-Martens-Latem hotels guide if you are considering an overnight stay.
Price and Value
At €€€, d'Oude Schuur is priced in the same bracket as Brasserie Latem and Brasserie Boulevard. What you are paying a premium for here, relative to those alternatives, is the wine list depth and the Michelin Plate quality signal. If your priority is the food-to-price ratio without particular interest in the cellar, Brasserie Latem's classic French framing may feel more focused. If you want the full package, room, wine, traditional cuisine at a documented standard, d'Oude Schuur justifies the spend.
For broader Belgian reference points, Vrijmoed in Ghent and Boury in Roeselare represent what higher award tiers look like at greater investment. Hof van Cleve in nearby Kruishoutem is the regional benchmark for serious fine dining. d'Oude Schuur sits comfortably below that tier in price and ambition but above it in wine program credibility compared to most peers at the Michelin Plate level. For traditional cuisine with strong wine credentials elsewhere in Belgium, Cave à Vin & à Manger in Narbonne and Coto de Quevedo Evolución offer international comparison points for the wine-forward traditional dining format.
Who Should Book
d'Oude Schuur is the right choice for diners who want a Michelin-acknowledged traditional table outside the city, with a wine list that has been independently validated at a high level. It works well for a special occasion dinner, a dedicated food-and-wine evening from Ghent, or as part of a broader Leie region day. It is less suited to casual drop-ins or large groups without a reservation. Solo diners should note that the farmstead setting and €€€ pricing make this a considered choice rather than a counter-dining destination, the experience is built around the full meal. Explore the wider area with our Sint-Martens-Latem bars guide, wineries guide, and experiences guide to build a complete itinerary around the visit.
Awards
- Michelin Plate, 2025
- Michelin Plate, 2024
- Star Wine List, 2026
- Star Wine List, 2025
- Star Wine List, 2024
- Star Wine List, 2023
FAQs
What should I order at d'Oude Schuur?
The kitchen focuses on traditional cuisine at a Michelin Plate standard, lean into the kitchen's strengths and ask for the server's recommendation on the current menu. The wine list is independently recognised by Star Wine List, so pair accordingly and treat the wine pairing as a core part of the meal rather than an afterthought.
How far ahead should I book d'Oude Schuur?
Booking difficulty is rated Easy, but a week's notice for weekend evenings is sensible given the venue's award profile. Midweek slots are likely more available. Confirm hours directly before travelling from Ghent or Brussels.
Is the tasting menu worth it at d'Oude Schuur?
Is d'Oude Schuur worth the price?
At €€€ with a Michelin Plate and four Star Wine List awards, it delivers on both food and wine in a way most peers at this price tier do not. If wine matters to you, the value proposition is strong. If you want strictly food-focused value, Brasserie Latem is a fair alternative to consider.
Is d'Oude Schuur good for a special occasion?
Yes. The farmstead setting, Michelin recognition, cellar depth make it a credible choice for anniversaries or celebration dinners. Call ahead to flag the occasion, venues of this profile typically accommodate requests for specific tables or small touches.
What should a first-timer know about d'Oude Schuur?
It is a destination restaurant in a rural-adjacent setting, not a city walk-in. Plan transport in advance, verify hours before you go, treat the wine list as a feature, the Star Wine List recognition is a genuine signal worth acting on. Budget for a full evening rather than a quick dinner.
What are alternatives to d'Oude Schuur in Sint-Martens-Latem?
At the same €€€ price tier: Brasserie Latem for classic French, L'homard Bizarre for seafood, Brasserie Boulevard for Belgian. For a step up in ambition, Vrijmoed in Ghent is the nearest reference point. See our full local guide for a complete picture.
Is d'Oude Schuur good for solo dining?
The farmstead format and €€€ pricing mean this is not a natural solo counter experience.Amici may be a more relaxed solo option locally.
Planning details
- Location
- Baarle-Frankrijkstraat 1, 9830 Sint-Martens-Latem, Belgium
- Website
- oudeschuur.be
- Phone
- +32 9 282 33 65
The take
The Take
The Vibe
d'Oude Schuur occupies a converted farmhouse on the River Lys and leans fully into the quietly earned dignity of village dining. The room favors lived-in warmth over sleek minimalism, and the building’s domestic architecture becomes part of the experience: unhurried cooking, generous pours and a sense that meals unfold at their own pace. Sint-Martens-Latem’s long history as an artists’ enclave contributes to a low-key, refined atmosphere — not flashy, but quietly exacting. The result is scenic, charming and warmly classic, a deliberate destination that rewards people who seek a calm, intimate evening away from the city rush.
Best For
This is destination dining for people who plan to linger. The restaurant suits quiet, intimate evenings and special-occasion meals where the setting matters as much as the food. It reads as a place for romantic dinners and celebratory meals that benefit from time — the review notes contrasts between a grey January lunch and a long June evening, and summer dining extends outdoors. Expect an experience that favors relaxed, multi-course pacing and wine-focused pairings rather than hurried plates; it’s best visited when you can settle in and enjoy the unhurried rhythm.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the restaurant’s seasonal rhythm and wine focus. In summer, reserve a spot that allows dining outdoors — the experience explicitly extends outside and changes the evening’s tempo — and plan for a multi-course, unhurried meal that pairs well with the house wine programme. The venue draws guests who make a deliberate trip to Sint-Martens-Latem, so factor in travel time when planning your visit; treat the meal as a destination experience rather than a quick stop. Expect generous pours and a traditional, well-considered set of options rather than fast, memetic plates.
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Brasserie Boulevard; Belgian, €€€
- Brasserie Latem; Classic French, €€€
- L'homard Bizarre; Seafood, €€€
- Amici; Notable alternative
Restaurant context
At the €€€ tier in Sint-Martens-Latem, d'Oude Schuur competes directly with Brasserie Latem, Brasserie Boulevard, and L'homard Bizarre. The clearest differentiator is the wine program: four Star Wine List awards from 2023 to 2026 put d'Oude Schuur in a different category for wine-focused diners. None of the peer venues carry that recognition. If the cellar is a deciding factor, d'Oude Schuur is the correct choice at this price point.
For food-focused diners who are less invested in the wine list, the choice narrows. Brasserie Latem's classic French framing is tighter and more focused if you want that specific register. L'homard Bizarre is the right pick if seafood is the priority; the format is more defined and the kitchen's identity is clearer. Brasserie Boulevard sits in the Belgian comfort zone and is likely the most accessible of the group for a relaxed evening without the occasion-dinner weight that d'Oude Schuur carries. Amici is a different register entirely and worth considering if you want something less formal at the end of the evening.
The practical recommendation: book d'Oude Schuur when the wine list matters or when you want a setting that signals occasion. Book Brasserie Latem when the food format is the priority. Book L'homard Bizarre when seafood is the focus. All four are at the same price tier, so the decision comes down to what you are optimising for on the night.
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Compare d'Oude Schuur
| Venue | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|
| d'Oude Schuur | Star Wine Lists 2026 · #1Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€€ |
| Brasserie Boulevard | Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€€ |
| Brasserie Latem | Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€€ |
| L'homard Bizarre | Michelin Guide Belgium & Luxembourg 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€€ |
| Amici | No published awards |
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How d'Oude Schuur stacks up against the competition.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at d'Oude Schuur?
Ask the server directly; at a Michelin Plate kitchen focused on traditional cuisine, the strongest dishes are usually what the team recommends that day. The wine list has earned Star Wine List recognition four consecutive years (2023–2026), so pairing a bottle with the kitchen's lead recommendation is the clearest way to get full value from the €€€ price point.
How far ahead should I book d'Oude Schuur?
A week's notice is a sensible baseline for weekend evenings; midweek slots are likely available with less lead time. Booking difficulty here is rated Easy, which is notable for a Michelin Plate restaurant; you are not competing with the same demand pressure as comparable city-centre tables in Ghent. Still, verify hours directly before you go, as the venue sits outside the city in Sint-Martens-Latem.
Is d'Oude Schuur worth the price?
At €€€ with a Michelin Plate in both 2024 and 2025 plus four Star Wine List awards, it justifies its price tier more thoroughly than most peers in the same bracket. The wine list is the clearest differentiator; if that's not a priority for you, Brasserie Latem covers the classic French angle at a comparable price without the cellar depth.
Is d'Oude Schuur good for a special occasion?
Yes; the Michelin Plate recognition, the farmstead setting in Sint-Martens-Latem, a wine list with four years of Star Wine List awards make it a credible anniversary or celebration table. Call ahead to flag the occasion; given the rural-adjacent location, plan transport before you book.
What should a first-timer know about d'Oude Schuur?
It is a destination restaurant at Baarle-Frankrijkstraat 1 in Sint-Martens-Latem, not a city walk-in; getting there requires planning. Verify current hours before you go, treat the wine list as part of the experience: four consecutive Star Wine List awards from 2023 to 2026 signal a cellar worth paying attention to.
What are alternatives to d'Oude Schuur in Sint-Martens-Latem?
At the same €€€ tier: Brasserie Latem for classic French, L'homard Bizarre if seafood is the priority, Brasserie Boulevard for Belgian. If you want to step up in ambition, Amici is the comparison point worth checking. d'Oude Schuur is the only one in this group with both Michelin Plate and Star Wine List credentials, which matters if wine is central to the meal.
