Affect
22.04
De Librije
Michelin history · 2023 ★★★ 2024 ★★★ 2025 ★★★
Scores
43.03
Score
19.5
Gault&Millau
4.8
Google
5
We're Smart
About
De Librije in Zwolle stands at the very summit of Dutch gastronomy. Housed in a former prison on Spinhuisplein, the restaurant holds three Michelin Stars and a Michelin Green Star, an extraordinary 19.5/20 from Gault&Millau, a second-place ranking in the Lekker 500, and five We're Smart radishes — a combination of accolades virtually unmatched in the Netherlands.
Chef and co-owner Nelson Tanate leads the kitchen while co-owner and host Thérèse Boer — named Gastvrouw van het Jaar (Host of the Year) in 2010 — ensures the dining room matches the food in warmth and precision. Maître Gert Wiltvank and sommelier Sem Beks complete a team for whom hospitality is as carefully considered as every plate. The restaurant's 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award crowns a legacy that has shaped Dutch fine dining for decades.
Regional and sustainable ingredients are the backbone of the modern menu, handled with creativity that feels entirely effortless. A Google rating of 4.8 from over 1,100 reviews speaks to a consistency that goes far beyond the accolades. The restaurant is reservable, offers dine-in and outdoor seating, and is open Wednesday through Saturday evenings, with lunch service on Fridays and Saturdays.
Book well in advance — a table at De Librije is among the most coveted in the Netherlands.
Upscale lodging in a former prison offering modern rooms & suites, plus a renowned restaurant.
Information
AddressSpinhuisplein 1, 8011 ZZ Zwolle
Phone+31 38 853 0000
Websitewww.librije.com
CuisineModern
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Team
Gert Wiltvank — Maître, Manager
Nelson Tanate — Chef, Eigenaar
Sem Beks — Sommelier
Thérèse Boer — Eigenaar, Gastvrouw
Awards
2025 Lifetime Achievement Award
2010 Gastvrouw van het Jaar
19.5/20 Gault&Millau
Frequently asked questions
What type of cuisine does De Librije serve?
De Librije serves modern cuisine with a strong emphasis on regional and sustainable ingredients.
How much does dinner at De Librije cost?
Menus are priced between €295 and €315 per person.
When is De Librije open?
The restaurant is open Wednesday and Thursday evenings (7 PM – midnight), and Friday and Saturday for both lunch (noon – 5 PM) and dinner (7 PM – midnight). It is closed on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday.
Can I make a reservation?
Yes, reservations are available. Given the restaurant's reputation and limited capacity, booking well ahead is strongly advised.
Does De Librije have outdoor seating?
Yes, outdoor seating is available.
