Restaurant Éclusier sits on Kerkplein in the historic heart of Bloemendaal, opposite the village church. Inside, chef Yorick de Groot and maître-sommelier Michelle Leone run a focused, modern French restaurant with a calm, warm atmosphere. The interior is clean-lined and contemporary, softened by natural tones and careful lighting so the room feels both refined and relaxed. Guests choose from several menus or dine à la carte, always with the product at the centre of the plate. Éclusier is aimed at guests who enjoy detail, flavour and attentive but unforced service.
Restaurant • Fine Dining
Restaurant Éclusier
A Modern French Table in Historic Bloemendaal
Restaurant Éclusier
Bloemendaal
Michelle Leone
As maître-sommelier and co-owner, Michelle Leone leads the front of house at Éclusier and shapes the wine list in step with the kitchen.
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Yorick de Groot
Before opening Éclusier, chef Yorick de Groot spent six years at De Bokkedoorns in Overveen, working his way up to a senior role in a two-star kitchen.
View Chef- Young team
- Strong wine pairings
- Modern French cuisine
Modern French Cooking with a Clear Line
Chef Yorick de Groot cooks from a French base, then pares dishes back so the main ingredient stays in focus. Fresh, bright notes run through the menu, supported by precise sauces and thoughtful textures. Dishes like corn curd with avocado cream and smoked pepper, langoustine tartare with hazelnut and citrus, or Anjou pigeon roasted on the carcass show how he balances richness with lift. There is room for bold ideas, such as melon with bacon ice cream, but never at the cost of taste and balance.
Private Hire, Weddings and Tailored Events
Éclusier can be reserved for private events, from intimate dinners to full exclusive hire. The team works with guests to create a menu that suits the occasion, using the same product-led approach as in regular service. The restaurant also hosts weddings, where the setting on the square and the view of the church add something extra to the day. Service is planned around the flow of the event, with Michelle and Yorick involved in shaping both the food and the timing.
Bloemendaal’s Village Centre as a Backdrop
Éclusier is located on Kerkplein in Bloemendaal, a leafy village close to the dunes, coast and the city of Haarlem. The restaurant overlooks the Dorpskerk and sits among small streets, shops and houses that give the area its quiet charm. It is an easy stop for guests staying nearby or visiting the coast who want a focused, contemporary dinner in the evening. The setting underlines the restaurant’s character: local, refined and just slightly tucked away.
Young Experience, Serious Intent
What sets Éclusier apart is the combination of a young team and substantial experience at top level. Both Yorick and Michelle worked at De Bokkedoorns and later at Restaurant Fris before starting their own place. That background shows in the way the kitchen runs, the way wines are chosen and in the calm of the service. The restaurant aims high, but keeps the tone relaxed, so guests feel they are in capable hands without any stiffness.
“At Éclusier we aim for serious cooking in a room that feels easy to sit in. It should taste precise, but never feel stiff.”
Contact
Here you find us
Restaurant ÉclusierKerkplein 16A
2061 JD
2061 JD
Bloemendaal
NetherlandsHere you reach us
Opening times
| Day | Lunch | Dinner |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | ||
| Tuesday | 12:00 - 14:00 | 18:00 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00 - 14:00 | 18:00 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00 - 14:00 | 18:00 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 12:00 - 14:00 | 18:00 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00 - 14:00 | 18:00 - 22:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00 - 14:00 | 18:00 - 22:00 |
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