De Kromme Dissel
Heelsum, Netherlands
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
De Kromme Dissel represents a piece of Dutch culinary tradition and has had a Michelin star since 1971. Located in a 17C Saxon farmhouse, the restaurant's rich history can immediately be felt in the ambience and the rustic-style interior is extremely cosy and charming. The attentive waitstaff are always on hand and also provide expert wine recommendations.Experienced chef Tonny Berentsen does not rest on his laurels. Although he is classically trained, he dares to show his creative side, drawing on his travels in Asia for the inspiration behind the modern ideas he brings into his dishes. Think fleshy langoustine flavoured with curry panko, combined with sea bass tartare and subtly spicy pumpkin. Diners are just as bowled over by the traditional game jus that accompanies his wild duck or his rich shellfish broth.Chef Berentsen now continues the story of De Kromme Dissel with his own culinary style. This perennial favourite continues to reinvent itself – much to the delight of every foodie!
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
Longest Consecutive Michelin Star in the Netherlands: De Kromme Dissel has held a Michelin star for an unprecedented 53 years, making it the longest consecutively Michelin-starred restaurant in the country, a rare feat that underscores its consistent excellence and dedication to fine dining.
Integration of Luxury Accommodation with Culinary Experience: The restaurant has expanded beyond dining by opening 18 luxury suites in the adjacent Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Klein Zwitserland, allowing guests to enjoy a full weekend experience of Michelin-starred dinner, overnight stay, and breakfast in a setting designed with high-quality furniture and culinary-inspired decor.
Historic Setting in a Saxon Farmhouse: De Kromme Dissel is uniquely located in an old Saxon farmhouse, blending historical ambiance with modern culinary innovation, which adds a distinctive cultural and architectural dimension to the dining experience.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
The most honored or signature ingredients at the Michelin-starred restaurant De Kromme Dissel in Heelsum include:
Quail breast and foie gras: Featured in a signature dish of succulent quail breast roulade filled with intensely flavorful foie gras, paired with crispy pan-fried quail legs and textures of salsify. This dish exemplifies the restaurant's blend of classic French techniques with modern touches.
Seasonal and honest ingredients: The restaurant emphasizes the use of fresh, seasonal produce, reflecting the natural beauty and flavor of ingredients. This seasonal focus is central to their culinary philosophy and is showcased in dishes served in their recently added Garden Room, which brings nature closer to the dining experience.
Salsify: Used as a textural and flavor component in dishes such as the quail preparation, highlighting the restaurant's attention to detail and creative use of less common vegetables.
These ingredients are significant as they represent De Kromme Dissel’s commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and a refined yet natural approach to fine dining, maintaining a Michelin star for over five decades.
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Tasting Menus
- 8 Gangen: €80
Signature Dishes
- Barons De Rothschild Brut: €95
- Vintage Champagne (2012 Louis Roederer Brut): €145