With an imperative to feed guests well, the Elands Bay Hotel restaurant is the real McCoy for hearty meals and unbeatable country hospitality in a sublime seaside setting. So, don’t be fooled by the unassuming interior.
As can be expected, the menu is big on seafood. Among the starters, the Steamed West Coast Mussel Potjie sets the tone. It brims with succulent mussels bathed in a fragrant herb and zesty lemon garlic sauce. For those who love a bit of kick, there’s the option of flavour-packed Chicken Livers baked in peri-peri, sweet chili or BBQ sauce for a satisfying depth of taste .
A glossy West Coast Crayfish kissed by a buttery sauce for mains will make you weep with joy. And the generous Elands Bay Seafood Fiesta is a dream. Crayfish, prawns, mussels, fresh line fish and tender calamari—complemented with tartare sauce or a chilli/garlic butter—all demand attention.
If you’re craving something meaty: behold, the Cajun Chicken Burger is a tapestry of tastes. A pillowy bun cradles the succulent chicken breast infused with smoky Cajun spices. The bacon’s salty bite harmonises with the feta’s tang, while greens, tomato and pickles punctuate the ensemble.
Then, for a raunchy sweet note, a warm, gooey Chocolate Volcano erupts with molten chocolate, softened with velvety ice cream.
Even though you arrived here as a visitor, you’ll leave feeling like a regular.
Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-10pm; Sun 8am-8pm; Book: 022 9721640; 1 Hunter St.
