welcome at

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

Hamachi

rhubarb, kohlrabi, lovage

Veal

green peas, sourdough bread, Ardennes bacon

Strawberry*

elderflower, young spinach

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

‘fake oyster’ of chef Yogi Tabak

Kohlrabi

rhubarb, lovage

Artichoke

green peas, sourdough bread, mustard seed

Strawberry*

elderflower, young spinach

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

of chef Yogi Tabak

Hamachi

rhubarb, kohlrabi, lovage

White asparagus

grey North Sea prawns, farm egg (suppl. Imperial Heritage Caviar Connoisseur 20 g +€38)

Ray*

razor clams, roasted cabbage dashi, bao

Veal

green peas, sourdough bread, Ardennes bacon

Strawberry

elderflower, young spinach

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

‘fake oyster’ of chef Yogi Tabak

Kohlrabi

rhubarb, lovage

White asparagus

parsley, wild garlic, capers

Leuven Lion’s mane*

roasted cabbage dashi, bao, green apple

Artichoke

green peas, sourdough bread, mustard seed

Strawberry

elderflower, young spinach

A la carte - starters
Hamachi
44

rhubarb, kohlrabi, lovage

White asparagus
42

grey North Sea prawns, farm egg (suppl. Imperial Heritage Caviar Connoisseur 20 g +€38)

Ray
44

razor clams, roasted cabbage dashi, bao

A la carte - main courses
Veal
58

green peas, sourdough bread, Ardennes bacon

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

Strawberry
16

elderflower, young spinach

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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