Ember

Truly exquisite. The service, the food, the atmosphere. It is a wonderful experience. We were three and all had the tasting menu (two regular and one veggie variant). All local produce, smoked on fire 🔥 including their de.li.cious bread. And the mushroom ragout, my goodness, best mushroom dish ever. Every “taster” comes with a matching alcoholic or nonalcoholic drink; also all very tasty. And the service is friendly and polite, without being pedantic. We’re going back for sure!

Both kitchen an waiting staff are delivering top-level quality at Ember. It’s without a doubt the best restaurant of Mechelen. It’s modern cuisine with a focus on top quality local products is delicious. The cuisson was in all three of my visits perfect of every peace of meat and fish we got. You feel that Chef Zino Jacobs has an unique view on cooking which makes his restaurant stand out. Grilling/smoking and using their own herb garden are examples of how they bring their own DNA in their dishes. I tried both the non-aloholic and alcoholic drinks pairing, this is of an unseen level. Maitre and Sommelier Michel van der Wielen puts a lot of effort to put complexity in every pairing he makes for the monthly changing menus. Apart from that the drinks menu lists many gems in both wines and beers. To put on top on your list if you like finedining, because one thing is sure, you’ll definitely have a a magnificent gourmet food lunch or diner!

Absolutely fantastic food, wine and mocktails. Everything exceeded our expectations. The sommelier (Michel) is so passionate and clearly knows exactly what he is doing and talking about. I’ve never had such excellent cocktails/mocktails in my life! Absolutely sublime. My husband and I are big food fanatics and have had our fair share of excellent meals and our dinner at Ember tops them all. Every dish was impeccable. Zino is an extremely talented chef. What a hidden gem in Mechelen. I would give 6 stars if it were possible!

Celebrate our anniversary there and it was perfect! It's super intimate and the food was delicious and beautifully presented. There is only one menu, perfect for people who like to be surprised and don't like to have to choose! They also have a great concept for adapted drinks where you can swap wine for non alcohol at any time during dinner. They make their own alcohol free drinks. They really put a lot of effort into everything. You can see they're really passionate and the staff is very friendly.

Amazing experience with a lot of surprises and tasty food.

Amazing experience in food, in atmosphere and in service. Incredible dishes and unbelievable ingredients combinations. Very friendly staff, you feel they really care to make ppl happy. All the details that creat fullness like a good wine rich in smell, flavour and aftertaste. About wine btw, you’ll have a lot to try and enjoy, it was another one experience. When you go there be ready for something you’ve never went through before. My recommendation 100%. And a special THANKS for the owner, for his intention to do and create the best from the best from the heart and with the soul 🫶 I can write more and more, but you better see it, feel it, smell it, taste it...

This place is an absolute gem 💎. This team has a love for food and isn't afraid to experiment. This keeps their menu innovative and elegant, yet playful. The build-up is absolutely amazing amd does not dissapoint. You will meet the whole staff which shows beautiful leadership and adds to the intimate atmosphere that makes this restaurant stand out! Thank you for making my 40th birthday memorable you guys. 🎂 you have made me and my friends feel freaking special.

Zino is a fantastic chef and the grill restaurant is in a magic place. From the moment you enter, until you ask for the bill their focus is on you as a client. You feel the warm family connection in the building, and this translates in every bite. He searches for the best products with local farmers and pays so much attention on the non- alcoholic food sharing option. Thank you for the experience