Restaurant Suis – Ralf Berendsen and Soumia Chouaf
Ralf Berendsen
Inspired by what the moment has to offer, the result is a cuisine that is rooted in tradition yet interpreted with freedom. French at its core, with subtle outside influences, it is refined, layered, and balanced. Ralf Berendsen does not follow trends, but rather his intuition, the ingredients, and the season. Each dish tells its own story and invites you to explore further.
Soumia Berendsen
With genuine care and natural warmth, an evening here immediately feels relaxed and effortless. The atmosphere is personal and casual, with attentive service that’s always there without being intrusive. Soumia Berendsen has an unerring sense of what’s needed and gives every guest the attention they deserve, ensuring an effortlessly unforgettable experience.
Ralf Berendsen
“
The essence is always to rediscover authenticity,
to stay true to who I am
”
Restaurant Suis brings together Ralf Berendsen’s iconic dishes. Flavors that have shaped him, prepared with the ingredients he loves to work with most. Pure, rich, and classic, without any frills.
At Suis, it’s all about attention. About the moment.
About letting go, experiencing, and enjoying.
A story full of authenticity by Ralf & Soumia Berendsen
Nocellara olive
Tomato | basil | vermouth
Marshmallow
Foie gras | ginger | yuzu | hazelnut
Breton sardine
Passion fruit | tomato | chorizo
Brioche
Smoked IJsselmeer eel | wasabi | aioli
Balfego Tuna
Foie gras | akami | caviar | torro
St. Pierre
Amalfi lemon | caper leaf | IJsselmeer eel | sauerkraut beurre blanc
Gambero rosso Mazara
Sweet bell pepper | bok choy | Thai basil | tom yum
Veal sweetbreads
Black truffle | green peas | lettuce | nut butter
Zaragoza lamb
Morel | pertuis asparagus | panisse | nduja
Fine cheeses from the Chariot
(Cheese course instead of dessert eighteen euros)
(Additional supplement thirty euros)
Jasmine rice
Raspberry rhubarb | strawberry | shiso
Sweet treats
€ 225
Without sweetbreads
195
Extra: Signature langoustine dish since 2012
€ 65
Signature langoustine since 2012 instead of sweetbreads
€ 55
Lunch menu
€95 (subject to daily change)
Changes to the menu or dishes made on the day of the event will be charged as an extra fee.
Royal Langoustine
Lemongrass curry | daikon radish | pineapple | avocado
€ 75
Sunfish
Smoked eel | amalfi lemon | capers | sauerkraut beurre blanc
€ 65
Artichoke
Parsley | lemon | winter truffle
€ 50
Gambero rosso Mazara
Sweet bell pepper | bok choy | thai basil | tom yum
€ 55
Turbot
Sweetbread | porcini mushrooms | onion | iberico bellota broth
€ 75
Zaragoza lamb
Nduja | morel | panise | eggplant | ras el hanout
Farm-raised chicken, two ways
Asparagus | morels | wild garlic | green peas
Veal sweetbreads and truffles
Green peas | brown butter | lettuce hearts | bone marrow
Asparagus
White asparagus | green asparagus | morels | wild garlic
€ 85
€ 65
“
I am literally returning to my roots and presenting a fusion of signature dishes.
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Practical information
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Accessibility & parking
Parking is available in our private parking lot or in the immediate vicinity of the restaurant. In addition, Schin op Geul Station is about a 10-minute walk away, and the restaurant is also easily accessible by taxi.
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Accommodation & transportation
Complete your culinary experience with an overnight stay. In partnership with carefully selected accommodations in the region, we’re happy to help you arrange an overnight stay and, if needed, transportation.
- Château St. Gerlach*****
Valkenburg
Joseph Corneli Allée 1
6301 KK Valkenburg
+31 (0)43 608 8888
Distance tot Suis: 6,2 km
- Hotel Kint
Valkenburg
Oosterweg 3
6301 PX Valkenburg
+31 (0)43 303 0658
Distance tot Suis: 3,2 km
- B&B Villare
Wijlre
Wielderdorpstraat 18
6321 AD Wijlre
+31 (0)43 327 2092
Distance tot Suis: 3,7 km
- Château St. Gerlach*****
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Lunch
Saturday & Sunday
Arrival between 12.00 PM and 1.30 PM.
Lunch is served until 5.00 PM at the latest. -
Dinner
Thursday through Monday
Arrival between 18.30 PM and 20.00 PM.
Diner is served until 1.00 AM at the latest. -
Tuesday & Wednesday
Closed -
Break
Tuesday 28 July to Wednesday 12 August
Monday 9 November to 18 November
24 December and 31 December
Monday 4 January 2027 to 13 January 2027