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De Mijlpaal is a charming restaurant located at Sint-Truiderstraat 25 in the heart of Tongeren, Belgium. Known for its exquisite culinary offerings, this establishment provides a delightful dining experience that showcases the best of local and seasonal ingredients. With a focus on quality and creativity, De Mijlpaal is an ideal spot for both casual diners and those celebrating special occasions. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner or a gathering with friends, this restaurant promises to deliver memorable moments.

At De Mijlpaal, guests can indulge in a diverse menu that features a blend of classic and contemporary dishes. The restaurant is particularly noted for its seafood and fish offerings, which are prepared with finesse. Here are some highlights of what you can expect:

A rotating selection of seasonal dishes that highlight local produce.

An extensive wine list featuring both local and international selections.

A cozy atmosphere complemented by friendly and attentive service.

De Mijlpaal is conveniently situated in Tongeren, a city rich in history and culture. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as the famous Tongeren Antiques Market and the stunning Basilica of Our Lady. After enjoying a meal at De Mijlpaal, take a leisurely stroll through the charming streets of Tongeren to soak in the local atmosphere.

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De Mijlpaal was a nice Friday evening, but perhaps not as high quality as we expected. The food was excellent, but the creativity and service was not as high level as we had hoped. Still, it is an excellent experience and is a wonderful end to a day in Tongeren.

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Excellent meal with excellent wines. We had a wonderful time together, like always at this place! We feel very welcome, and enjoyed every minute spent dinner!

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I had dinner at "De Mijlpaal'' on a Saturday in Oct 2022.

Service:
The team was friendly and accommodating, I found the atmosphere remarkably familiar.

Food:
Apart from the starter, which had an Asian style, the dishes were mostly styled in a classic way. In two or three cases, the courses seemed a bit old-fashioned to me. Fish and seafood formed a small focus - I liked that. I would describe the level of most dishes and components as good. Besides that, I would rate the level of the starter as very good, the bread as simple and the dessert as substandard (mainly vanilla ice cream with coffee-cream - simple fare you would expect to be served in an ordinary ice cream parlour). A pre-dessert was not included. After the above-mentioned dessert, I preferred to do without coffee. I therefore do not know whether this would have been accompanied by some confiserie.

Wine:
I found most of the wines good to very good. It was a varied compilation. All wines were matching the dishes. I particularly liked a red one from Spain.
I did find the dessert wine a bit inaccessible, though.

Presentation:
I would say that the colors and decorations of the dishes as well as textures were unexceptional overall.
Apart from some simple positionings with side dishes there were no noteworthy "special effects" included.
I found the proceedings at and around the table - including the presentation of the wines - mostly unremarkable. A noteworthy exception concerned the restaurant's signature dish, an intermediate course with sweetbread: This dish had been elaborately built up at the table by the chef.
I found the timing very good. The same goes for the sizes of the portions, but with the exception of dessert, where a way too large portion was served.

Premises:
I would describe the style of the room as elegant, but a bit hackneyed. The room is obviously clairaudient. As the restaurant filled up, the background noise swelled to a constant disturbance and became even very loud from time to time.

Price:
The bill was considerably higher than I had expected, after I had checked the restaurant's website (which I always do) when I made the reservation. I found that rather annoying. Just one example: De Mijlpaal charged 18€ for one liter of sparkling water.

In summary, I would say that the restaurant met my very high expectations more or less satisfactorily.

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We came for our 4th anniversary to spend some quality time. But the experience turned bad after 30 min. Just after the entrée, a big group of people arrived for their ''end of the year'' meal and just ruined our dinner. The restaurant turned into a very loud and crowdy ''brasserie". People were literally shouting, laughing out loud when we tried to enjoy the good food. The food was astonishing but I still don't know why the ''serveur'' didn't say a word to the loudy people to calm them down... Money comes before ''other customers'' experience I guess

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Food is exquisite, Michelin star is definitely deserved. Service is very friendly but the main hostess could smile a bit more.

De Mijlpaal: Fine Dining in Tongeren, Belgium

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De Mijlpaal is a charming restaurant located in Tongeren, Belgium, offering a delightful mix of traditional Belgian cuisine and innovative dishes in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a variety of local flavors, including carbonnade flamande and moules-frites, all while surrounded by rustic decor that reflects the town's rich history.

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Savor authentic Belgian cuisine at De Mijlpaal in Tongeren. Enjoy delightful flavors and a cozy atmosphere. Book your table today!

De Mijlpaal: Fine Dining in Tongeren, Belgium

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