The story
't Pure Genot at Stationsstraat 138 in Maaseik is a fine dining restaurant with an open kitchen at its center. Gault&Millau gave it 13.5 points in 2026, describing a cozy place with a large terrace and a six-course menu built around seasonal dishes.
Chef An Nelissen works at the open kitchen, so guests can watch each plate come together. The team cooks with daily-fresh ingredients and regional produce. Fresh herbs go straight from the garden into the kitchen.
Light walls and warm wooden elements frame the dining room, with an open fireplace near the tables. A terrace at the back looks out over the garden. The restaurant also has five luxury rooms, so guests can stay the night after dinner.
Emilia Hendrix greets guests as host and sommelier, selecting wines to suit the fine dining menu. The kitchen follows a no food waste principle. The guest rooms use 100% natural soap made in Belgium. We're Smart Green Guide awarded three radishes in 2026.
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