Elf Café – Mediterranean
This intimate, candlelit sanctuary invites guests to linger over rustic tables laden with bubbling sheep feta and the irresistible crunch of sea-salted Marcona almonds. The kitchen elevates Mediterranean-inspired comfort through vibrant plates of seared maitake mushrooms and tender lamb meatballs simmered in rich sugo, all meant to be enjoyed with thick slices of artisanal bread and velvety swirls of warm hummus. It is a soulful neighborhood gem where every bite feels like a celebration of simple, beautifully executed ingredients.
2135, West Sunset Boulevard +12134846829 https://www.elfcafe.com/0Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at Elf Café
Dairy-Free at Elf Café
Elf Café in Los Angeles has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mantequilla Olives & Marcona Almonds, Warm Hummus and Tahini Green Goddess Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Elf Café
Elf Café in Los Angeles has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mantequilla Olives & Marcona Almonds, Pacific Halibut and Seared Maitake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Elf Café
Elf Café in Los Angeles has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rocky's Chicken Au Poivre and Pacific Halibut. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Elf Café
Elf Café in Los Angeles has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Rocky's Chicken Au Poivre. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Elf Café
Elf Café in Los Angeles has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Rocky's Chicken Au Poivre. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Elf Café
Elf Café in Los Angeles has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mantequilla Olives & Marcona Almonds, Warm Hummus and Tahini Green Goddess Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Elf Café
Elf Café in Los Angeles has 4 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mantequilla Olives & Marcona Almonds, Seared Maitake and Warm Hummus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Elf Café
Elf Café in Los Angeles has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mantequilla Olives & Marcona Almonds, Pacific Halibut and Tahini Green Goddess Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Elf Café
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Warm Hummus | 39.9 g | 59.8 g |
| Cascade Creek Lamb Meatballs in Sugo di Pomodoro | 39.1 g | 45.8 g |
| Smoked Trout Brandade | 37.3 g | 27.9 g |
| Baba Ganoush | 39.9 g | 20 g |
| Rocky's Chicken Au Poivre | 0 g | 20 g |
| Blistered Shishito Peppers | 26.1 g | 14.4 g |
| Pacific Halibut | 0 g | 13.9 g |
| Acquerello Risotto | 53.1 g | 11.1 g |
| Tahini Green Goddess Salad | 16.6 g | 6.4 g |
| Seared Maitake | 41.9 g | 5.5 g |
| Elf Wedge Salad | 5.7 g | 2.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Menu
Bar Snacks
- Mantequilla Olives & Marcona Almonds - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blistered Shishito Peppers - $16: olive oil, flake salt Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Sheep Feta - $19: dates, echo park honey, herbs Dietary tags: Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bub's Bread & Good Butter - $10 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Small Plates
- Baba Ganoush - $19: marinated peppers, s'rug, house bazlama bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Warm Hummus - $17: olives, pignons, baguette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Maitake - $24: crispy potatoes, aji verde Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tahini Green Goddess Salad - $21: mixed lettuces, snap peas, cucumber, avocado, radish, crouton Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Elf Wedge Salad - $22: Iceburg lettuce, herb yogurt ranch, cherry tomatoes, red onion, point reyes bleu, house-smoked guanciale Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cascade Creek Lamb Meatballs in Sugo di Pomodoro - $28: caper berries, reggiano, grilled Bub's toast Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Trout Brandade - $28: raclette, sourdough toast Available at: dinner, lunch
Mains
- Acquerello Risotto - $36: chanterelles, maitake, crispy onions, white miso butter Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Barbacoa Lamb Ribs - $56: homemade flour tortillas, avocado salsa, chipotle crema, consommé Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Pacific Halibut - $42: creamy polenta, Sicilian pesto, basil flowers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Rocky's Chicken Au Poivre - $36: roasted brussels leaves Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Elf Café
- Is Elf Café dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Elf Café has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mantequilla Olives & Marcona Almonds, Warm Hummus and Tahini Green Goddess Salad.
- What can I eat at Elf Café on a dairy-free diet?
- Mantequilla Olives & Marcona Almonds, Warm Hummus and Tahini Green Goddess Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Elf Café have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Mantequilla Olives & Marcona Almonds and Warm Hummus.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Elf Café?
- Warm Hummus, at roughly 59.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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