Restaurant Affect
Zwolle, Netherlands
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
Lars Aukema is a chef who does not need top-of-the-range ingredients to create exciting dishes. Having worked under the tutelage of Jonnie Boer for a long time, he has now proven himself to be a dab hand at showcasing flavours from the region and around the globe. He combines, for instance, yellowtail tartare with crunchy kohlrabi, topped with yellowtail sashimi and dusted with black cardamom and kaffir lime zest. Lime gel, marinated green strawberry and a fermented kohlrabi broth add the finishing touches to this understated dish. This is a subtle flavour combination you won't forget. This is a chef who possesses exceptional technique and has the audacity to create bold flavour combinations.Lars Aukema and his team offer a choice between a set menu (vegetarian version available) and a tempting à la carte selection. You can rely on Robin, your knowledgeable sommelier, to recommend the perfect wine pairings. The charming hostess Lisa deserves a special mention. Restaurant Affect is a wonderfully welcoming place for those who appreciate pure, unadulterated flavours.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
Three unique/unconventional aspects of Restaurant Affect, Zwolle:
Bold Flavor Combinations with Regional and Global Ingredients
Chef Lars Aukema creatively combines local and international flavors in unexpected ways, such as a dish featuring yellowtail tartare with crunchy kohlrabi, yellowtail sashimi, black cardamom, kaffir lime zest, lime gel, marinated green strawberry, and fermented kohlrabi broth. This subtle yet audacious flavor profile is a hallmark of the restaurant's innovative cuisine.Open Kitchen Concept with a Stylish, Historic Setting
The restaurant is housed in a beautiful old building with stylish modern decor that includes visible old beams and well-fitting furniture. Guests can watch the kitchen brigade at work through the open kitchen, creating an engaging and transparent dining experience.Personalized Wine Pairings and Flexible Menus
Restaurant Affect offers both set menus (including vegetarian options) and à la carte selections, with wine pairings that are thoughtfully adjusted to accommodate guests' dietary preferences. The knowledgeable sommelier ensures that the wine complements the creative dishes perfectly.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
["Foie Gras","Truffles","Oysters"]
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Tasting Menus
- Klein menu: €85
- Groot menu: €110
A La Carte
- Imperial Heritage Kaviaar: €40
- Avocado: €22
- Steak tartaar: €25
- Coquille: €28
- Langoustine: €36
- Zwezerik: €45
- Nederlandse rijst: €34
- Parelhoen: €42
- Zeeduivel: €39
Signature Dishes
- Reegeit, doperwt, radicchio, yellowtail, morille*, Hollandse garnaal, parelhoen*, kabeljauw, sûkerbôle, red meat radijs, tomaat*, kastanje, daslook*, yuzu, vanille, citroengras, langoustine*, lardo di colonnata, boemboe*, limoenblad*, rode kool, aardpeer: €85
- Knolselderij, radicchio*, sûkerbôle, courgette*, bloemkool, kastanje, witte miso, rode kool*, burrata*, macadamia, aubergine*, avocado, aardpeer*: €80