Ellas Restaurant og Konditori

Seaside charm in the heart of Allinge

Ellas Restaurant og Konditori sits on Strandgade, one of Allinge’s main streets running close to the harbor, so you are never far from the sound of gulls and the smell of salt on the air. Step through the door and you move from windswept Baltic coast into something that feels more like an old-fashioned sitting room than a typical restaurant. The building itself is low and intimate, with small-paned windows and a human scale that fits well with Allinge’s modest fishing-town roots. Bornholm has long balanced tourism and tradition, and Ellas reflects that mix. It caters to holidaymakers discovering the island as well as locals who come for familiar flavors. Outside, when the weather allows, tables spill towards the street, and from many of them you can glimpse the life of the small town drifting past: cyclists, beachgoers, and the occasional fishing boat easing in or out of the harbor.

Classic Danish comfort from kitchen to cake stand

The heart of Ellas is its combination of restaurant and konditori – a place where you can order a full, hot meal or simply settle in with coffee and cake. Menus tend to focus on recognizable Danish dishes: expect things like crispy pork with parsley sauce, schnitzel with potatoes, and other generous plates rooted in traditional home cooking. Portions are substantial, sauces tend to be rich, and the mood is more about comfort than culinary experimentation. Alongside the savory dishes, the konditori counter usually draws its own crowd. Layer cakes, fruit tarts and other pastries sit beside more rustic bakes, inviting you to linger over an afternoon treat. Coffee is a central part of the experience, whether you choose a simple filter brew or something a little more elaborate. Taken together, it makes Ellas just as suitable for a mid-morning break as for an unhurried dinner.

Vintage interiors with a Bornholm twist

Ellas is known for its cozy, almost nostalgic interior styling. Think floral fabrics, painted wooden chairs, framed pictures hung close together and small decorative details that give the impression of eating in a private home rather than a commercial dining room. Light filters through lace curtains, softening the edges of the room and adding to the sense of intimacy. Bornholm’s coastal light plays its part too. On bright summer days, the restaurant feels airy and cheerful, a cool refuge from the glare outside. As evening falls, candles and lamps take over, turning the same space into something more hushed and atmospheric. The decor does not chase modern trends; instead it doubles down on a particular kind of old-fashioned Danish coziness that pairs naturally with the food being served.

Slow meals and seasonal rhythms

The pace at Ellas mirrors the island’s own gentle rhythm. Meals tend to be leisurely affairs, with time to talk, watch the street outside and work your way through multiple courses if you wish. Service follows a traditional sit-down pattern: you choose a table, order from printed menus and settle in for a proper restaurant experience rather than a quick snack. Bornholm’s seasons leave their mark on the atmosphere. In the height of summer, Ellas can feel lively and busy, especially in the early evening when people drift in after walks along the cliffs or swims from nearby beaches. Outside the peak months, the restaurant shifts into a quieter, more local mode, offering a warm indoor refuge when the wind picks up across the Baltic and daylight is short.

A handy base between walks, beaches and harbor life

Part of Ellas’ appeal is its practical location. From here it is easy to weave a meal into a day of exploring Allinge and the wider north Bornholm coast. You might come in hungry after hiking coastal paths, cycling between Allinge and nearby Sandvig, or visiting the island’s rocky viewpoints. The restaurant’s generous, familiar dishes are well suited to refueling after such outings. Because it doubles as both restaurant and konditori, Ellas also works as a flexible meeting point. Some guests will be tucking into full plates at lunchtime, while others linger with coffee and cake. The informal, lived-in surroundings help everyone feel at ease, whether you arrive with a family group, as a couple, or on your own with a book tucked under your arm.