Patisserie · Elgol, Portree
Elgol Cafe Menu & Prices
Here is what you can typically expect on the counter at Elgol Cafe: 39 items across 6 sections, from pâtisserie individuelle to bakes & cakes.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by Elgol Cafe. Always ask staff about allergens.
Pâtisserie Individuelle
- ReligieuseV £5.65 Stacked choux buns filled with coffee or chocolate cream, crowned with buttercream.
- Paris-BrestPopularVN £6.25 Ring of choux pastry filled with praline mousseline and dusted with icing sugar.
- Tarte aux fraisesV £5.30 Sweet pastry case with vanilla crème pâtissière and glazed fresh strawberries.
- Saint-HonoréV £7.05 Puff pastry base topped with caramel-dipped choux and light Chiboust cream.
- FraisierVN £6.65 Genoise sponge, fresh strawberries and crème mousseline topped with marzipan.
- OpéraVN £6.55 Almond joconde sponge layered with coffee buttercream and dark chocolate ganache.
- Tarte Tatin sliceV £5.10 Caramelised upside-down apple tart on buttery puff pastry, served with crème fraîche.
- Éclair au chocolatPopularV £4.45 Choux finger filled with rich chocolate crème pâtissière and glossy fondant.
Macarons & Petits Fours
- Macarons (box of 6)PopularVGFN £14.00 Assorted almond macarons with smooth shells and ganache or buttercream fillings.
- FinancierVN £2.40 Little almond and brown butter cake with a golden crust and moist middle.
- Chocolate truffles (box of 9)VGF £10.50 Hand-rolled dark chocolate ganache truffles dusted with cocoa.
- Pâte de fruitsVGFDF £6.80 Intensely fruity jellied sweets rolled in sugar, sold by the bag.
- FlorentinesVNGF £3.80 Crisp almond and candied-peel discs set on a layer of dark chocolate.
Viennoiserie
- Pain au chocolatPopularV £3.70 Laminated dough wrapped around dark chocolate batons and baked until glossy.
- Escargot aux raisinsV £3.05 Snail-shaped pastry rolled with crème pâtissière and plump raisins.
- Chausson aux pommesV £3.90 Puff pastry turnover with a soft, lightly spiced apple compote filling.
- Croissant aux amandesVN £3.45 Syrup-soaked croissant filled with almond cream and baked with flaked almonds.
- Brioche feuilletéeV £3.75 Buttery laminated brioche with feathery layers and a light sugar glaze.
- Croissant au beurrePopularV £3.50 Classic French croissant made with AOP butter for distinct, crisp layers.
- Croissant aux pistachesVN £4.80 Croissant filled with pistachio cream and finished with chopped pistachios.
Gâteaux Entiers
- Tarte au citron (serves 8)PopularV £28.00 Large lemon tart with a crisp sweet pastry and Italian meringue peaks.
- Fraisier (serves 6)VN £41.50 Whole strawberry cake with vanilla mousseline and a pale green marzipan top.
- Croquembouche (to order)V £101.50 Tower of cream-filled choux bound with spun caramel for celebrations.
- Tarte aux fruits (serves 8)V £35.50 Large crème pâtissière tart crowned with glazed seasonal fruits.
- Entremets chocolat (serves 6)PopularVN £34.00 Layered dark chocolate mousse cake with a crunchy praline base and mirror glaze.
- Bûche de Noël (seasonal)V £39.50 Rolled chocolate sponge filled with ganache and decorated as a festive log.
- Galette des rois (January)VN £31.50 Puff pastry pie filled with frangipane, complete with a hidden fève and crown.
Boissons
- Chocolat chaudVGF £4.15 Thick, velvety hot chocolate made with melted dark chocolate and whole milk.
- Café crèmePopularVGF £3.55 Smooth espresso topped with hot, lightly frothed milk in the French style.
- Iced latteVGF £3.70 Double espresso poured over ice and cold milk for a refreshing pick-me-up.
- Thé à la mentheVVGGF £3.45 Fresh mint leaves steeped in hot water, lightly sweetened if you like.
- EspressoPopularVVGGF £2.95 Short, intense shot of espresso pulled from freshly ground beans.
- Citron presséVVGGF £3.80 Freshly squeezed lemon juice served with sparkling water and sugar syrup.
Bakes & Cakes
- Lemon drizzle loaf sliceV £3.65 Tangy lemon sponge with a crisp sugar crust.
- Cream teaPopularV £7.65 Two scones with clotted cream, strawberry jam and a pot of tea.
- Chocolate brownieV £3.95 Rich, gooey chocolate brownie, lovely warmed through with a jug of cream.
- CroissantPopularV £3.10 Buttery, flaky croissant baked fresh, with jam and butter on request.
- Sausage roll £3.65 Hand-made pork sausage roll in flaky pastry, served warm.
- Carrot cakeVN £4.15 Moist slice of spiced carrot cake with cream cheese frosting.
Ordering tips for Elgol Cafe
- Arrive early for the widest choice – bread and the most popular bakes often sell out by lunchtime.
- Allergen information must be available on request under UK law – ask before you buy if you have an allergy.