Monsieur Jan, the elegance of mastered bistronomy

After years of sharing his passion with chefs and hospitality professionals, Jan Verhaert nurtured a simple yet powerful desire: to welcome people. To host. To bring his own cuisine to life in his own home.

That vision became reality with Monsieur V, set in a former village bistro transformed into a warm and distinctive dining destination.

The place has found a perfect balance between its original charm and understated modernity. Natural light, pale wood, clean lines and an open kitchen at the heart of the dining room all convey serenity and coherence. On sunny days, the terraces at both the front and the back extend the experience in a peaceful atmosphere, far removed from the pace of city life.

On the plate, Jan Verhaert's signature is immediately recognisable. A cuisine built on produce, seasonality and precision. The terroir is respected and classics are revisited intelligently, never losing their essence. An elegant and sincere form of bistronomy, founded on balance rather than effect.

The starters set the tone: zucchini flower with poultry, Kalamata olives and Dugléré sauce; a savoury floating island with Parmesan, peas, asparagus and beurre blanc; or the now-famous pâté en croûte.

The main courses confirm the direction: lobster with broad beans, peas, carrots and vanilla butter; the fish of the day with a tartlet of peas and shallots, asparagus and tamarind jus; Grenobloise sweetbreads; rack of lamb with a herb crust and asparagus; or grilled entrecôte cooked on the Hibachi grill, served with béarnaise or green pepper sauce and homemade fries.

Desserts bring the meal to a gentle close: baba au rhum, choux pastry with strawberries and crème diplomate, Dame Blanche, a Colonel, or the matured cheeses of Laurent Wathelet.

The wine list reflects the chef's personality: open, lively and coherent. From great terroirs to more unconventional wines, it is built on genuine choices and real convictions. Among the recent favourites, La Rosine, Stéphane Ogier's Syrah, stands out as an obvious choice.

Everything here is homemade and carefully considered, without pretension: the sauces, the bread from a local artisan baker, the carefully sourced ingredients and the precise craftsmanship.

Monsieur V has naturally established itself as a destination of reference, a house that is honest, vibrant and coherent. A place that stands the test of time without ever forcing its style.

LD · Eating · june 2026