Bistro classics from the kitchen of a renowned star chef. Patron and chef Danny Vanderhoven conjures up the flavours of classic French cuisine in the former post house in picturesque Oud-Rekem. Take the finger-licking frog legs in a creamy sauce of tomato, garlic and red peppers. Or the creamy, powerful bisque of grey shrimps served in squishy teacups. The boulette royal with truffle and core of foie gras, served with compote de pommes must also be sampled. All dishes on Vanderhoven’s menu are made entirely in-house, using only the finest ingredients. Here you can clearly taste the work of a craftsman, served in an entourage that will no doubt make you want to restyle your own interior.
At Le Philippe, you dine à la carte. This also makes the restaurant perfect for an extensive aperitif. If you have trouble choosing – chances are good – choose Menu Philippe and let the chef surprise you with a trip through the menu.
Le Philippe – that was the name of the original occupant of the Rekem post house – can be hired as a party venue as well as a bistro. Even then, the finest French flavours are guaranteed. Le Philippe is open five days a week for dinner, on Fridays also for lunch. Sunday and Monday are rest days.
