Restaurant Hemel & Aarde

In nature, no two days are the same. Sun, rain, cold, each element shapes the flavors that unfold. At Hemel & Aarde, our menu follows these rhythms. Chef Rene van der Weijden and his team work with what the earth offers at that moment, guided by patience and a focus on vegetables.

Our restaurant sits in the historic Polman’s Huis, under the same roof as Hotel The Nox. We are open for dinner from Wednesday to Saturday and for lunch from Thursday to Saturday.

Our cuisine works in harmony with nature. What you eat is determined by what the moment and the earth have to offer. Every flavor is crafted with an attention to techniques like fermentation and pickling. This way, we bring out the best of the seasons and prevent waste.

At Hemel & Aarde, you can choose from three menus:

Hemels. Our most luxurious menu according to our vision.
Aarde. A vegetarian adventure, focusing on the full richness of vegetables.
Hemel & Aarde. The best of the moment, with a subtle touch of meat or fish. We apply the 80/20 principle.

For dinner, we serve 5, 6, or 7 courses (on Fridays and Saturdays, only the 6-course menu is available, with additional courses available). For lunch, we offer 3, 4, or 5 courses. We are happy to accommodate any dietary requirements or allergies; please contact us in advance.

Wine Bar Hemel & Aarde

Next to the restaurant is our younger sister: Wijnbar Hemel & Aarde. Here, the sommelier team follows the same philosophy as in the kitchen: wines that follow the rhythm of nature. Classic favorites, hidden gems from small producers, and unforgettable surprises.

Bites and snacks come from Chef Rene’s kitchen and change with the wines, always tailored to the occasion.

Wine Bar

Private Dining

Adjacent to the wine cellar you can find our Private Dining, an attractive vaulted space that is suitable for dinners, meetings and presentations with a private character. The room has a large table with a capacity of 20 people. In addition, the room has audiovisual facilities for presentations and meetings. Feel free to reach out to for more information.

Reservations

Reservations can be made up to 8 weeks in advance using the module alongside (mobile: below). You’ll always find the most up-to-date opening hours and availability there.

Are you traveling with a larger group? We’re happy to discuss special arrangements and private dining options. Contact us at info@hemel-aarde.nl

Address

Restaurant Hemel & Aarde can be found on the ground floor of the Polman’s Huis. The entrance to the building can be found at Keistraat 8.

Restaurant Hemel & Aarde
Keistraat 8
3512 HV Utrecht

Contact

We are available by phone from Wednesday to Saturday from 3:00 PM:

030 88 04 500
info@hemel-aarde.nl

Opening hours

Lunch
Thursday to Saturday from 12:00 PM
(Last reservations are accepted at 1:30 PM)

Dinner
Wednesday to Saturday from 6:00 PM
(Last reservations are accepted at 7:30 PM)

To ensure a smooth welcome, we bid farewell to lunch guests at 4:00 PM; Hemel & Aarde closes at midnight.