On the Utrechtse Heuvelrug, tucked away on the Parc Broekhuizen estate in Leersum, you will find a special restaurant that really deserves a place on your greener list: Bistro LOF. Here, it's all about enjoying seasonal dishes prepared with respect for nature. In this restaurant, with conservatory adjacent to the (vegetable) garden, every season has its own atmosphere that makes you want to keep coming back. So we will definitely do just that.
At table at Bistro LOF
We drop in for lunch at Bistro LOF, which by the way is also a great place for drinks after a brisk walk (we'll get to that) or dinner. The chefs work with local, organic ingredients that are right up your greener street. How about scallops with artichoke cream or the seasonal garden LOF, a colourful dish with beetroot and seasonal vegetables? Fun fact: the name LOF not only refers to the primeval Dutch vegetables that star here, but is also an abbreviation of local organic farming, a reference to this restaurant's sustainable practices.
Enjoy the surroundings of Parc Broekhuizen
A word about the surroundings of this restaurant. Parc Broekhuizen exudes classical elegance, with an imposing driveway and historic buildings. Bistro LOF is located on this estate in an atmospheric annex with a cosy, farmhouse-like feel. A brief history lesson tells us that Parc Broekhuizen dates back to the 18th century and was originally built as a country retreat for noble families. Today, it is a meeting place for everyone, so make the most of it! This green oasis with majestic trees and winding paths is a picture in every season. So you understand: if you come to eat at Bistro LOF, a voyage of discovery across this historic site is a must!
Sleeping, hiking, meetings, weddings, parties and eating at Bistro LOF, among others: it is all possible at the culinary estate of Park Broekhuizen in Leersum.
Will you also come to dine Bistro LOF?
These days, Parc Broekhuizen is a culinary hotspot, where you not only enjoy refined dishes at Bistro LOF, but can also stay beautifully overnight or hold meetings in style. To completely tick off the green list: there is ample parking (free!), including plenty of electric charging stations. In addition, here is the Michelin-starred Restaurant Voltaire established. In short, plenty of reasons to remember this place - bookmark this page - and come back regularly. Because once you've been, you're guaranteed to want more.
Find out more about this sustainable restaurant and estate.
Address: Broekhuizerlaan 2, Leersum.
More sustainable eating tips
- Utrecht's Mariaplaats is also home to a gem starring vegetables. This restaurant is called Le Jardin.
- Will you be in Amsterdam soon? Then check out restaurant Choux near Central Station, convenient.
Photo credits: Parc Broekhuizen & Bistro LOF (main image), other: Parc Broekhuizen, Bistro LOF & thegreenlist.nl.
