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Barisdam

A countryside French bistro at Werkenstraat 82 in Zarren. Chef Pieter Puype cooks a changing seasonal menu, with a Michelin recommendation and 13.5 from Gault&Millau in 2026.

The story

Barisdam in Zarren: French Bistro with Gault&Millau 13.5

Barisdam is a French bistro at Werkenstraat 82 in Zarren, rated 13.5 by Gault&Millau in 2026. It sits in open countryside, in the village of Werken.

Pieter Puype and the bistro kitchen

Owner and chef Pieter Puype cooks bistronomic dishes, while hostess Virginie leads a front of house that Gault&Millau calls attentive. The guide also notes the cozy room. Michelin lists Barisdam as Recommended for 2026.

A short menu that changes

The card is small and moves with the seasons. It mixes familiar classics, grandmother's cooking and the occasional dish with an odd name, with something for meat, fish and vegetable eaters. Vegetarian and vegan options are listed. A weekly lunch runs on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Wines, beers and non-alcoholic drinks are on offer, and wine pairing is available.

Recognition

Awards & accolades

2026
Gault&Millau
13.5
13.5
2026
Michelin
Recomended
Recomended

Ambience

A glimpse inside

Details

At a glance

Gault&Millau 2026 — 13.5
Michelin 2026 — Recomended
Cuisines French
Services Air Conditioning, Dinner, Lunch, Outdoor Seating, Parking, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wine Pairing

History

On the record

2026
Gault&Millau — 13.5

Set amidst the countryside, this bistro offers a cozy atmosphere that naturally extends into attentive service under the guidance of hostess Virginie. Owner and chef Pieter Puype serves bistronomic dishes that appeal to a wide...

Location

Find us

Werkenstraat 82, Werken, 8610, Belgium
Zarren, Belgium
+32 51 43 37 71
info@barisdam.be
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