Nestled in the heart of Invercargill, "Elegance at on Elles Restaurant" is a hidden treasure that offers a fine dining experience with a welcoming atmosphere. Housed in a charming historic building, this upmarket eatery prides itself on an exquisite menu that emphasizes both locally sourced ingredients and organic dishes. Guests rave about the chef's commitment to vegetable-forward creations alongside premium meats, ensuring a divine gastronomic experience. The restaurant embraces inclusivity, providing a cozy space that is LGBTQ+ friendly, while masterfully crafting cocktails and a delightful selection of wines. Elegance at on Elles guarantees an unforgettable evening for diners of all backgrounds.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Does not have assistive hearing loop
No wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Serves dine-in
No delivery
No takeaway
Highlights
Has fireplace
Serves great cocktails
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves halal food
Serves organic dishes
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has gender-neutral toilets
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Cosy
Historic
Romantic
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Photos
Menu
Dinner Entree Main Dessert
After Dinner Mint Dom Pedro
$15.90
Baileys, Caramel Chocolate Cheesecake
$19.90
Beef Filet Mignon
$47.90
Beef Polpette
$22.90
Beef Stroganoff
$22.90
Beer Battered Blue Cod
$49.90
Black Forest Sundae
$15.90
Breads Spreads
$15.90
Caprese Salad
$12.90
Caramelised Onion Feta Tart
$21.90
Chefs Fudge Of The Day
$3.50
Chicken Breast
$44.90
Chocolate Lovers Delight
$18.50
Crumble
$17.90
Fiordland Venison
$22.90
Flintstone Steak
$69.90
French Fries
$11.50
Fudge Sundae
$14.90
Garlic Bread
$12.90
Hoisin Chicken
$22.90
Italian Taster
$18.90
Mediterranean Vegetable Polenta
$38.90
Minted Chickpea Salad
$12.90
Mixed Berry Mascarpone Flan
$17.50
Orzo Pasta Mosaic
$18.90
Oysters Bluff Oysters
$33.90
Pernod Garlic Prawns
$23.90
Pina Colada Panna Cotta
$15.90
Pork Belly
$42.90
Pumpkin Or Zucchini Crunch
$12.90
Roasted Fillet Of Pork
$45.90
Roasted Yams
$12.90
Rum Sultana Sundae
$14.90
Seafood Chowder
$25.90
Shrimp Cocktail
$18.90
Southern Waters Blue Cod
$47.90
Southland Rack Of Lamb
$48.90
Tomato Mozzarella Tart
$21.90
Venison
$44.90
Wrapped Courgette
$5.90
Vegetarian Dinner Menu
Breads Spreads
$15.90
Buckwheat Salad
$38.90
Caramelised Onion Feta Cheese Tart
$21.90
Chickpea Salad
$12.90
Freshly Made Pasta
$42.90
Garlic Bread
$12.90
Hoisin Stack
$38.90
Italian Vego Taster
$18.90
Mediterranean Polenta
$38.90
Mushroom Risotto
$42.90
Tomato Mozzarella Tart
$21.90
Tunnel House Tomato Basil Salad
$18.90
Vegan Dinner Menu
Affogato
$12.50
Breads Spreads
$15.90
Caramelised Onion, Courgette Beetroot Stack
$18.90
Cherry Chocolate
$15.50
Chickpea Salad
$14.50
Coconut Macaroon Dom Pedro
$15.90
Crumble
$16.80
Garlic Bread
$12.90
Green Vegetable Couscous
$38.90
Hoisin Stack
$38.90
Ice Cream Sundae
$15.90
Mediterranean Polenta
$38.90
Mixed Berry Nuts
$21.80
Mushroom Risotto
$42.90
Rum Sultana Sundae
$15.90
Summer Salad
$12.90
Tomato Pasta
$42.90
Vegetable Soup
$13.90
Reviews For Bear Restaurant
Toni Hyde
Apr 10,2025
Fantastic food, hubbys favourtire restaurant. Try different meals each time we come and never disappointed.
Mike Wall
Apr 3,2025
Excellent hosts. Met by the chef and outstanding service by his wife. The best place to dine in Invercargill . Food was to die for. Our party of eight had a great night and we will return. ...
Danny Leonard
Feb 19,2025
Invercargills best kept fine dining secret. 5 starts are not enough to express my delight with the food, service, and atmosphere. This place consistently delivers good food, great service, and a nice, quiet atmosphere.
Emma Huett
Feb 18,2025
An absolutely amazing dining experience. Can not rate them highly enough. We were greeted by the chef. ...
Jody Templeton
Jan 31,2025
You can not fault this restaurant in any way. The food is divine. What I like even more is that the chef grows vegetables that he uses in the menu and he pays just as much attention to the vegetables in his dishes as he does to the meat. ...
Kerry Turner
Jan 25,2025
Unassuming exterior hides a gem inside and werent not just referring to Sonja a wonderful waitress, this old charm building hosted a chef who knows how to cook! We enjoyed the oysters, blue cod and finished with a dessert. All this ...
Tracy
Jan 20,2025
The most amazing meal I have ever had. Fine dining at its best. We will be back.
Layton Findlater
Dec 23,2024
Great food and our server was amazing. How she managed a table of nine without writing anything down is beyond me. Yes the decor leads a lot to be desired but the food makes up for it.
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