Where tradition and adventure meet on your plate: Welcome to South African popup restaurant PAARL
Welcome to restaurant PAARL
Welcome to restaurant PAARL
South African shared dining
Discover the flavors of South Africa at PAARL, our exclusive pop-up restaurant. Be surprised by authentic South African dishes, prepared with passion and the finest ingredients, in a shared dining experience. Enjoy boerekos, the traditional South African cuisine, together with friends or family, and savor the rich flavors of hearty braais, fresh ingredients, and local specialties. Everything is about sharing, togetherness, and abundant food – at PAARL, you embark on a culinary journey through sunny South Africa in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Restaurant
South African shared dining menu
Our shared dining menu offers a generous tasting of various boerekos dishes, including classics such as Bobotie, a selection of grilled meats from our braai, and a delicious Melktert to finish the meal.
Opening hours:
Thu to Sat: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Event venue PAARL
Exclusive events
Restaurant PAARL can be booked exclusively, either partially or fully, depending on availability. Our event location offers various possibilities, from weddings and walking dinners to barbecues and buffets with authentic braai specialties, or a party with a DJ and other performers. We are happy to help you plan, ensuring your event meets your wishes and becomes an unforgettable experience.
Special Occasions
Getting married at PAARL
Your festival wedding at PAARL
At PAARL, we turn your wedding day into a full festival experience full of love: flowers, wood, lights, delicious food, and music. From the ceremony to dinner and the party, everything can take place at a single location. Overnight stays on the hotel grounds are possible, making your day relaxed, cozy, and unforgettable. We create a tailor-made experience that fits perfectly and are happy to help plan every detail. See the PAARL website for more information.
Specials & Events
Game Event
Saturday, 21 November 2026
On Saturday, 21 November 2026, we are organizing, in collaboration with Passie voor Wild, a unique and exclusive event for true game enthusiasts: the Game Event. An evening where nature, craftsmanship, and culinary experience come together – from the story behind the game to the refined dishes on your plate. You will see up close how wild duck, hare, and venison are prepared. Don’t miss it!
Details:
Saturday, 21 November 2026
Incl. demos and a 5-course game dinner
Costs: €125 per person – book now!
Every Thursday: Klink & Drink
Extra discount
Thursday becomes your new favorite night out at PAARL restaurant. During our Klink & Drink nights, you will enjoy cocktails and a shared dining menu at very special rates. On Thursdays until 25 June 2026, the menu costs only €42.50 per person instead of € 47,50 p.p.. and you can try all cocktails for just € 9 each. It’s the perfect combination of drinks and dining in a relaxed, cozy, and friendly atmosphere, ideal to close your workweek.
Details:
All cocktails €9
Shared dining €42.50 per person
See the PAARL website for more information.
Every Friday: VrijMiBo
The best start to your weekend
The VrijMiBo at PAARL is the perfect Friday afternoon drinks event to unwind after the workweek and start the weekend in the best possible way. Every Friday from 4:30 to 6:30 pm, you are welcome for a relaxed drink with colleagues, clients, or friends. Whether you want to catch up with your team, have an informal meeting, or simply start the weekend with friends — at PAARL your weekend begins relaxed and enjoyable.
Details:
Every Friday 16:30–18:30
For colleagues, clients, or friends
See the PAARL website for more information.
Restaurant facilities
Zenwaterhoek
Foot bath with lounge beds
At PAARL, we turn your wedding day into a complete festival experience full of love: flowers, wood, lights, delicious food, and music. From the ceremony to dinner and party — everything can happen in one place. And if you like, you can stay overnight, because PAARL is located on the grounds of Van der Valk Hotel Sassenheim – Leiden. Here, you celebrate your day exactly as it’s meant to be: relaxed, atmospheric, and unforgettable. With a tailor-made plan that suits you perfectly. We’re happy to think along with you!
Bioskoop
Outdoor cinema
At PAARL, enjoy films in a unique way in our outdoor cinema, which can be exclusively booked for a group of up to 8 people. Sheltered under a characteristic African stretchtent, watch a movie on the big screen with friends or family. Enjoy a comfortable seat, order some popcorn, and experience a cozy, intimate movie night in the fresh air.
Braai
Cooking over open fire
At the back of PAARL lies the Braaiplek, the heart of our South African kitchen. On our impressive Mibrasa braai, a robust open grill, dishes are prepared with the signature smoky flavor that makes South African cuisine so beloved. Here, everything is about fire, flavor, and enjoying together, a place where culinary tradition and social gathering come together.
Fireplace
Warmth and togetherness
At the edge of the Braaiplek is one of the coziest spots at PAARL: the Vuurplaats (fireplace). Around a large, crackling campfire, warmth, conviviality, and culinary experiences come together. It’s the perfect place to relax, share stories, and enjoy the unique outdoor experience that makes PAARL so special.
Covered terrace
Enjoying the outdoors all year round
At PAARL, you can enjoy the outdoors in any weather. On our covered and heated terrace, you can enjoy the fresh air without sacrificing comfort. Whether for a full dinner, a casual drink, or a relaxed lunch, this terrace provides shelter, atmosphere, and a warm, inviting setting for any occasion.