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elgr

Contemporary International
Location Pointer 75 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
4.6
(1904 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 18h00 - 23h00
  • Tuesday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Wednesday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Thursday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Friday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Saturday 18h00 - 23h00
  • Sunday 18h00 - 23h00

Reviews (1904)

4.6 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.3
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.6
  • Joy-Mari B. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 14 Sep 25
    Delicious food and amazing vibe. Highly recommend.

  • Bruce C. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 13 Sep 25
    Wine is far too expensive. A reason I wont rush back too oftern

  • Jennifer D. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Jabu H. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • charl m. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 07 Sep 25
    lovely

  • Vanessa P. Dined: 1 week ago
    3.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 06 Sep 25
    While we enjoyed our visit we did think charging R95 for a bottle of sparkling water was outrageous even in CT. The atmosphere is trying to be casual but it’s not your average meal cost out.,The menu was also a bit confusing. The waygu beef was amazing though. I also wish they offered gluten free pizzas.

  • Bridget R. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    3
    Food 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 30 Aug 25
    Start with the good - the staff were incredible but that is where our good experience ended. We were a table of 8 people. When I booked I was encouraged to have the Chef's Choice Menu otherwise we would need to accept that if we went a la carte, our meals would come out staggered, which really isn't ideal. So we agreed, it looked like a reasonable selection of food - it wasn't clear that we would have absolutely no choice of anything, the restaurant would decide what we were having and wouldn't even tell us what it was when we were seated. We had to pay in full on booking - not just a deposit - the full R800 per head. Haven't ever experienced that before. When we arrived, the table we had been allocated was basically in the front door, with no atmosphere at all. We asked to be moved which the very nice staff organised for us but they could only seat us outside in the courtyard so it was cold. Of the dishes we were given, the anchovy toast, blood orange salad and steak tartare were excellent. The rest was average - the charcuterie board could've been from Woolies, pizza was okay - but nothing special, the main warm dish was pork neck and was tough and bland, with some spinach. This was not a dish that one of us would've chosen had we been given the choice. It felt like the Chef was just using up what they had leftover in the kitchen. The dessert course was also fine but certainly nothing special. What we could see around us looked good, nice food and a lot of atmosphere inside the restaurant. So maybe it is better to go as a small table, sit inside and order a la carte - but I cannot recommend the Chefs Choice menu. We were very disappointed as it is fairly expensive and had all been looking forward to some great food.

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  • Max G. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Lou C. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 25 Aug 25
    Best food I ate in Cape Town and the service is amazing!

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