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elgr

Contemporary International
Location Pointer 75 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
4.5
(1974 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 (1974)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.6
Value 4.3
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.6
  • Justine G. Dined: 4 days ago
    3
    Food 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 06 Jan 26
    This is my 3rd time at Elgr and we made this booking 6 months in advance. In truth, we were very disappointed with the meal- we had to have the chef’s menu- but would have preferred to order what we wanted. The chef’s menu had some good dishes- the linefish and the tomato salad- but few were stand out- and some were not good at all. It also felt - unbalanced and way too much food. I wondered if anyone had actually eaten this menu in one go and whether they found what we did. The dishes that were very disappointing were the watermelon salad- the watermelon was past its sell by date- pork- the chard was so bitter it was inedible (most of the guests were forced to have this)- and the gem salad was also strange and unappetizing. Lastly dessert- the almond cake felt stale and so underwhelming- it felt like leftover cake shop faire. Not sure we’ll be back. The cocktails were great though!

  • Michelle N. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Caroline G. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 06 Jan 26
    A superb meal

  • Roswitha K. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Andre A. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Benjamin F. Dined: 6 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Kerstin G. Dined: 6 days ago
    3.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 04 Jan 26
    We took the chefs menu with paired wines and payed in total 4000 Rands for 2 persons, which we found was too expensive compared to other restaurants.

  • Ali T. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 04 Jan 26
    Thank you for providing my guests with such a wonderful dinner experience. Everything was perfect.

  • Sam N. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 02 Jan 26
    As always the food was terrific and the staff handled our table of 15 with professional efficiency.

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