What sets Vermeer's Wine Room apart is the balance of luxury and relaxed atmosphere. The space used to be Bottles & Jars, now transformed into Vermeer's "antichamber. You come there for a good glass of wine, with no obligatory dinner, but with the culinary signature of chef Sebastian Baquero Garces and sommelier Dannis Apeldoorn.
The wine selection is drawn from Vermeer's cellar; changing choices by the glass, carefully curated. Small bites from Vermeer's kitchen complement that - refined, flavorful and seasonal. No elaborate courses, but plenty to share or pair with your wine.
The decor is quiet and stylish, with soft colors, comfortable seating areas and attention to light. You walk there after a day downtown or after work; linger for after-dinner drinks or start your evening with the wine room. It feels like a hidden gem in the city, especially if you're in the mood for something nice without being lavish.
"The wine room is where good wine & craftsmanship come together without formalities."
Chef Garces and Apeldoorn opted for innovation without a loose break. The conceptual upgrade is subtle: smaller menu, more attention to tables where you can relax, more accessible menu section than the restaurant itself, but with the same quality.
For lovers of wine and atmosphere, the Wine Room is a must: you taste, you compare, you discuss - without having to go for a full meal. For those who know Vermeer - of the dishes, flavors, presentation - here you taste that same atmosphere in a slightly lighter setting.