The Fat Pelican

In the mood for craft beer, honest comfort food, and a relaxed atmosphere? Since early 2023, you can find The Fat Pelican on Pelikaanstraat in Leiden. This urban beer garden and restaurant has completely transformed a former pub building into a modern, cozy hotspot for bon vivants.

The specialty: Rotisserie chicken

At The Fat Pelican, the menu largely revolves around one main ingredient: chicken. The tender, juicy French free-range chickens come fresh from the rotisserie. You can choose whether you want them prepared in a classic, Oriental, or extra spicy way. For those with a real appetite, there is even an all-you-can-eat chicken concept starting in the evening from 17:00.

In addition, there is plenty of choice for a quick bite or an extensive lunch. Think of well-filled pulled chicken sandwiches and flavorful chicken gyoza. Besides chicken, the menu also offers other classy comfort food, including hearty burgers and spare ribs.

Specialty beer at the Pelipleintje

A beer garden is, of course, not complete without a strong beer menu. The Fat Pelican taps more than ten rotating specialty beers. A perfect addition for groups is that these draft beers can also be ordered in large pitchers.

As soon as the temperature rises, the spacious, green terrace at the front of the building is the place to be. This square, also known as Pelipleintje by true Leiden residents, is the ideal spot in the city center to enjoy ice-cold drinks and good bar bites in the sun.

A cool and accessible hotspot

The Fat Pelican was born from a collaboration between two well-known local hospitality groups and successfully combines a raw, urban edge with casual hospitality. Whether you stop by for the extensive beer selection, a quick lunch in the sun, or a long evening dining with friends, this establishment is a cool and highly accessible addition to the center of Leiden.