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elgr

Contemporary International
Location Pointer 75 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
4.5
(1940 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Fireplace
  • Gourmet Guide Plated

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ëlgr is fine food, great wine and inspiring cocktails, all served in a relaxed environment. Menus are seasonal and change often, with exceptional, original, yet uncomplicated flavours. The dishes are creatively presented with simple, fresh ingredients. ëlgr takes pride in craftsmanship and as much as possible is home-made in ëlgr’s kitchen

Gourmet Guide™ Description

ëlgr, the brainchild of chef Jesper Nilsson, offers a captivating dining experience in Cape Town, providing a welcome escape from the bustle of Kloof Street. The chic, Scandi-inspired interiors with moody hues of charcoal and black are accented by pops of sage green and lush greenery that breathe life into this trendy, welcoming space.

Effortlessly cool, ëlgr undeniably draws a stylish and discerning crowd. A lively blend of local and international accents creates a dynamic and cosmopolitan atmosphere. The team is exceptional, beginning with the warm welcome from the maître d’, who introduces the dining concept and outlines Jesper’s intentions for his curated selection of dishes on the Chef’s Menu as the best way to proceed. The talented sommelier is on hand to expertly pair dishes with fine wines.

Chef Jesper, originally from Sweden and now a Cape Town local, blends his Nordic roots with a deep appreciation for South Africa’s top-quality fresh produce. The menu embodies the Swedish philosophy of ‘less is more’ while showcasing the very best of seasonal, delicious ingredients. Every item on the charcuterie board is passionately crafted from scratch – smoked, cured, or lovingly prepared by hand. Presented on wooden boards, this understated yet refined starter provides a glimpse of the dedication to meticulous, authentic cooking.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Wednesday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Thursday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Friday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Saturday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Sunday CLOSED

Reviews (1940)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.6
Value 4.3
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.6
  • Sonne G. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 27 Nov 25
    Would absolutely recommend having a meal at Elgr. The ambience just shouts cool, without being intimidating at all. The decor and music is fantastic and sets the tone beautifully for your night. Our waitress was friendly, bubbly and knowledgable. The cocktails were on point (special mention to the sour apricot old fashioned which was YUM). We shared a half charcuterie board and a raw beef to start. Both were excellent, but the raw beef blew my socks right off. The textures and flavors were incredible. I had the linefish (sea bass) for a main and my son had the pork. The fish was perfectly cooked, flaky and soft, with great crunch from the grilled cabbage and freshness from the grapefruit. The pork was melt-in-your mouth tender, but to our shock the kale stole the show. No idea how they got it to be that buttery and delicious, but wow. The pecan ice-cream is highly recommended. The bread pudding was good, but if you're trying to decide betweent the two of them, the ice-cream is the way to go. Splurge, spoil yourself, you won't be disappointed.

  • Valerie S. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Michelle N. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Jérôme V. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Christian H. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 22 Nov 25
    Recommended by a friend, we very much enjoyed the experience. Variety of excellent dishes we could share, quality of ingredients, preparation and presentation very well done. No chi-chi, elegant and refreshingly plain. Service was extremely friendly, special thumbs up to the sommelier who went the extra mile to identify the perfect white wine for my wife. So, on all accounts, a very good choice.

  • Stefan W. Dined: 1 week ago
    3.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • David D. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 21 Nov 25
    We hosted a party for 20 people, and everything was absolutely impeccable. The food was exceptional, the service flawless, and the ambience outstanding. All of our guests were genuinely impressed — the compliments didn’t stop! A huge thank-you to Kagiso and her team for delivering such a memorable experience. Truly impressive in every way!

  • Mark L. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Marcus R. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.7
    Food 4.0
    Value 0.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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