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. If the weather’s nice, gourmets can enjoy their meal on our beautiful terrace!

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

The restaurant is closed from April 14th to April 21st. We will be happy to welcome you again from April 22nd!

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 Koen Devos and assistant maître Machteld Clement 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*
Fingerfood
Gillardeau oyster

Signature oyster of chef Yogi Tabak

North sea crab

lovage, pointed cabbage

Veal

chimichuri, pickles

Strawberry*

coconut, vervain

plant based lunch menu
2 courses €39 3 courses €52*
Fingerfood
Shiitake 'Oyster'

Signature by chef Yogi Tabak

Eryngii

lovage, pointed cabbage

Zucchini

chimichuri, pickles

Strawberry*

coconut, vervain

Seasonal menu
4 courses €79 5 courses €103*
Fingerfood
Gillardeau oyster

Signature oyster of chef Yogi Tabak

Tuna

kohlrabi, wasabi

White asparagus

wild garlic, egg yolk

Sweetbread*

pak choi, Parisian mushrooms

Turbot

peas, mint

Palate cleanser
Rhubarb

pistachio, vanilla

Plant based Seasonal menu
4 courses €75 5 courses €90*
Fingerfood
Shiitake 'oyster'

Signature by chef Yogi Tabak

Tofu

kohlrabi, wasabi

White asparagus

wild garlic, egg yolk

Spring Gyoza*

pak choi, Parisian mushrooms

Lion's Mane from Leuven

peas, mint

Palate cleanser
Rhubarb

pistachio, vanilla

A la carte - starters
North sea crab
42

lovage, pointed cabbage

Tuna
43

kohlrabi, wasabi

White asparagus
42

wild, garlic, egg yolk

Sweetbread
41

pak choi, Parisian mushrooms

A la carte - main courses
Turbot
62

peas, mint

Veal
44

chimichuri, pickles

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

Rhubarb
16

pistachio, vanilla

Ripened cheeses from Elsen
18
Strawberry
16

coconut, vervain

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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