Restaurang Elgen

History and Welcome

Restaurang Elgen has welcomed guests since 1946 at Olarsgården Hotell in Sälen, offering a genuine taste of Sälenfjällen through dishes crafted from local wild game, fish, and berries. The restaurant embodies Swedish culinary tradition with a mountain twist, where every meal tells a story of the surrounding nature.

Seasonal Menu Highlights

The menu follows the seasons, featuring classics like älgcarpaccio, fjällröding, renkalvinnanlår, and raggmunk served with rårörda lingon from Sälen. Signature fjälltoast, created in 1990 by Jonas Persson, pairs Swedish oxfilé with béarnaise and pommes frites. Specials include plankstek on Mondays, grillbuffé on Saturdays, and lunchbuffé daily from 11:30-14:00 for 139-169 SEK.

Dining Atmosphere

Nestled in rustic fjällmiljö, the restaurant features three dining halls and a green outdoor terrace in summer. The warm, personal ambiance suits relaxed lunches, festive dinners, or celebrations like weddings, with omtänksam service enhancing the communal feel amid Sälen's natural beauty.

Daily Offerings and Specials

Breakfast runs weekdays 7:00-9:30 and weekends 8:00-10:00. Lunchbuffé includes salads, bread, and coffee. Evenings offer à la carte from 17:00, waffles and raggmunk until 17:00, plus child-friendly options like pannkakor and kött with fries. Takeaway Sälenkasse available for fjällkänslan on the go.

Local and Sustainable Focus

Ingredients shine with fjäll origins: elk from Östfjället, chanterelles from Dalarna, and berries from Sälen. Vegetarian alternatives complement meat dishes, ensuring broad appeal in this family-oriented spot perfect for refueling after skiing or hiking.