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Cum Laude

THE KITCHEN

Fine dining

In the Great Beguinage of Leuven, a centuries-old historical site, you can enjoy a unique culinary experience at the Cum Laude restaurant. 

The cuisine is a combination of traditional haute cuisine, together with ingenuity and creativity, and personal experiences as chefs. Freshness, seasonal products, and interesting flavors play an important role.

Cum Laude is open from Monday to Wednesday for lunch and from Monday to Friday for dinner. If the weather’s nice, gourmets can enjoy their meal on our beautiful terrace!

Our restaurants welcomes groups of maximum 8 persons. From 6 persons, the entire group is requested to order the same menu.

meet the team

Meet the dedicated team of Cum Laude restaurant. Chef Yogi Tabak leads the kitchen with passion and creativity, supported by sous chef Pedro Peres, who strives for perfection in every tasty creation. Together they create menus that stimulate the senses and exceed expectations.

Maître Cas Vuerinckx and assistent maître Christiaan Philipsen welcome guests with warmth and professionalism, and provide impeccable service that makes every guest feel at home. Their commitment to hospitality and attention to detail contribute to the unique and memorable experience that Cum Laude offers to every visitor.

lunch menu
2 courses €42 3 courses €55*
Signature Geay n°2 oyster

of chef Yogi Tabak

Vitello Tonnato

veal, tuna, balsamic vinegar, capers

Sea bass

zucchini, sake, borlotti beans

Amalfi lemon*

vanilla, fennel, pistachio

plant based lunch menu
2 courses €39 3 courses €52*
Signature Shiitake

‘fake oyster’ of chef Yogi Tabak

Yellow beet

green asparagus, balsamic vinegar, capers

Courgette flower

borlotti beans, sake, wild garlic

Amalfi lemon*

vanilla, fennel, pistachio

Seasonal menu
4 courses €84 5 courses €105*
Signature Geay n°2 oyster

of chef Yogi Tabak

Vitello Tonnato

veal, tuna, balsamic vinegar, capers

Tomato (no) shrimp

crayfish, kaffir, tomato

Wagyu*

cauliflower, hazelnut, chimichurri

Sea bass

zucchini, sake, borlotti beans

Amalfi lemon

vanilla, fennel, pistachio

Plant based Seasonal menu
4 courses €75 5 courses €90*
Signature Shiitake

‘fake oyster’ of chef Yogi Tabak

Yellow beet

green asparagus, balsamic vinegar, capers

Tomato

shiitake, couscous, kaffir lime

Artichoke*

cauliflower, hazelnut, chimichurri

Zucchini flower

borlotti beans, sake, wild garlic

Amalfi lemon

vanilla, fennel, pistachio

A la carte - starters
Vitello Tonnato
47

veal, tuna, balsamic vinegar, capers

Tomato (no) shrimp
43

crayfish, kaffir, tomato

Wagyu
59

cauliflower, hazelnut, chimichurri

A la carte - main courses
Sea bass
56

zucchini, sake, borlotti beans

Sole
60

butter, lemon

Wagyu Kobe A5 steak (150 gr)
73

Belgian fries, salad

A la carte - desserts
Dame blanche
17

freshly prepared and served at the table

Amalfi lemon
16

vanilla, fennel, pistachio

Ripened cheeses from Elsen
18
It was a wonderful experience in an exceptionally and beautiful Grand Beguinage!
Katrien Vercammen
KU Leuven
Delicious food in a beautiful setting with great service. A pearl of a restaurant.
Olivier Maes
Améaure
Beautiful setting and high-quality culinary experience!
Patrick Swartenbroekx
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