L'Elephant Du Nil

Name: L'Elephant Du Nil
Address: Paris
Price range: €3.7 - €59

Lunch menu 12pm/3pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays). Starter/main or main/dessert €16.

★ 4.1 (579)

Lunch Set Menus

Lunch Set Menu

Formule Midi

12pm/3pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays). Starter + Main or Main + Dessert.

A lunch menu offering a choice between two dishes. Ideal for a complete and quick meal. Eligible dishes are indicated on the menu.

€16 ≈ $19.00

Starters

Set Menu

Eggs Mayo

Oeufs Mayo

Hard-boiled eggs served with a creamy homemade mayonnaise. A French bistro classic. Simple and tasty.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Tomato mozzarella salad

Salade tomate mozza

Slices of fresh tomatoes and mozzarella. Dressed with olive oil and herbs. Fresh and light.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Eggplant caviar

Caviar d'aubergine

Roasted eggplant puree mixed with garlic and olive oil. Melting texture and slightly smoky taste. Often enjoyed with bread.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Gnocchi plate

Assiette de Gnocchis

Soft small dough balls. Served hot, often with a light sauce. Tender texture.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Cucumber salad

Salade de concombre

Sliced or diced fresh cucumbers, dressed with a light vinaigrette or cream. Very refreshing and crunchy.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Gaspacho soup

Soupe de Gaspacho

Cold soup made from tomatoes and blended raw vegetables. Originating from Spain, very refreshing. Velvety texture.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Not included in set menu

Onion soup

Soupe à l'oignon

Hot soup with caramelized onions, often gratinated with cheese and croutons. Rich, flavorful, and comforting.

€8 ≈ $9.00

6 snails

6x escargots

Burgundy snails served in their shells with parsley and garlic butter. Firm texture and intense herbaceous taste.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Main Courses

Set Menu

Butcher's cut, homemade fries, salad

La découpe du boucher, frites maison, salade

Grilled beef cut selected by the butcher. Served with crispy fries and green salad. Juicy and tender meat.

€14.50 ≈ $17.00

5% burger, homemade fries

Burger 5%, frites maison

Lean ground beef burger (5% fat) with classic toppings. Served with fries. Tasty and generous.

€15 ≈ $17.00

Veggie burger, vegetables, vegan cheese, parsnip chips

Végé burger, légumes, fromage végétale, chips de Panais

Vegetarian burger with a vegetable patty and vegan cheese. Served with original parsnip chips. A gourmet meat-free option.

€15 ≈ $17.00

Creamy pasta

Pâtes à la crème

Pasta served with a creamy sauce. Simple, rich, and comforting dish.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Fish and chips

Fish and ships

Fillet of white fish coated in crispy batter. Served with fries. British-inspired dish.

€14 ≈ $16.00

5% beef tartare, homemade fries, salad

Tartare de boeuf 5%, frites maison, salade

Lean ground raw beef, seasoned with capers, onions, and condiments. Served fresh with fries and salad. Tender texture and zesty taste.

€15 ≈ $17.00

Catch of the day

Retour de pêche

Depending on daily catch

Fresh fish of the day, prepared according to the chef's inspiration. Changes daily. Authentic marine flavors.

€14.50 ≈ $17.00

Fresh vegetable wok, grilled chicken

Wok de légumes frais, poulet grillé

Fresh vegetables quickly stir-fried in a wok to retain their crunch, served with grilled chicken. Light and fragrant dish with Asian flavors.

€14.50 ≈ $17.00

Pineapple chicken curry

Poulet curry ananas

Chicken pieces simmered in a curry sauce with pineapple chunks. Exotic and creamy sweet and savory mix.

€14.50 ≈ $17.00

Chicken, pineapple, and honey skewer

Brochette de poulet ananas et miel

Honey-marinated chicken and pineapple pieces grilled on a skewer. Sweet and caramelized flavor.

€14.50 ≈ $17.00

Salads

Caesar

César

Romaine, chicken fillet, eggs, tomatoes, parmesan, croutons

Large composed salad with grilled chicken, parmesan cheese, and croutons. Dressed with creamy Caesar sauce. A complete and fresh meal.

€14.50 ≈ $17.00

Italian Salad

Salade Italienne

Salad, tomatoes, Mozzarella, Parmesan, country ham, pesto

Salad with Mediterranean flavors with mozzarella, cured ham, and pesto. Fresh and fragrant with basil.

€14.50 ≈ $17.00

Greek

Grecque

Bell pepper, tomatoes, cucumber, Feta, olives

Traditional Greek salad with Feta cheese, olives, and crunchy vegetables. Dressed with olive oil and oregano.

€14.50 ≈ $17.00

Citrus poke bowl, smoked salmon

Poke bowl aux agrumes, saumon fumé

Buckwheat, salad, citrus, fresh mushrooms, tomatoes, salmon

Healthy composed bowl with a buckwheat base, smoked salmon, and fresh fruit. Colorful, nutritious, and full of vitamins.

€13.50 ≈ $16.00

Desserts

Set Menu

Tiramisu

Italian dessert with coffee, mascarpone, and soaked biscuits. Dusted with cocoa. Creamy and rich.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Crème brûlée

Crème brulée

Creamy vanilla custard topped with a thin layer of crunchy caramelized sugar. An iconic French dessert.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Chef's cheesecake

Cheese cake du chef

Cream cheese cake on a biscuit base. Dense and melting texture, often served with a coulis.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Cream cheese with fruit coulis

Fromage blanc au coulis de fruits

Faisselle or whipped white cheese served fresh with a red fruit coulis. Light and refreshing.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Honey-roasted pineapple

Ananas rôti au miel

Fresh pineapple slices roasted and caramelized with honey. Warm, sweet, and fruity.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Not included in set menu

Tarte tatin

Upside-down apple tart where the apples are caramelized before baking. Served warm, often with fresh cream.

€7 ≈ $8.00

Gourmet coffee

Café gourmand

A coffee served with a selection of several small miniature desserts. Perfect for tasting everything.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Flambéed crepes

Crêpes flambées

Thin crepes served hot and flambéed with alcohol (usually Grand Marnier or Rum). Spectacular and fragrant.

€10 ≈ $12.00

Snacks

Croque Monsieur

Hot sandwich with ham and cheese, baked au gratin. Crispy and melting. A Parisian café staple.

€12 ≈ $14.00

Madame

Version of the Croque Monsieur topped with a fried egg. Rich and tasty.

€12.50 ≈ $14.00

Omelette

Beaten eggs cooked in a pan. Simple, golden on the outside and runny on the inside.

€10 ≈ $12.00

Mixed omelette

Omelette mixte

Omelette filled with ham and cheese. A simple and hearty dish.

€11.50 ≈ $13.00

The Aperitif

Ricard/Pastis

2cl

Typical aniseed liqueur from the South of France. Drunk diluted with fresh water. Licorice and anise flavor.

€3.70 ≈ $4.00

Kir

Traditional French aperitif cocktail made with white wine and crème de cassis. Sweet and fruity.

€4 ≈ $5.00

Kir royal

Festive variation of Kir made with Champagne instead of white wine. Sparkling and elegant.

€10 ≈ $12.00

Red/white Martini

Martini rouge/blanc

Aromatic Italian vermouth. Can be sweet (white/red) or dry. Served chilled as an aperitif.

€4.50 ≈ $5.00

Campari

Red Italian bitter. Complex taste of herbs and citrus peel. Often served with sparkling water or orange juice.

€4.50 ≈ $5.00

Americano

Classic cocktail based on Campari, red vermouth, and sparkling water. Bitter, sweet, and fizzy.

€6.50 ≈ $8.00

Champagne by the glass

Champagne à la coupe

A glass of sparkling wine from the Champagne region. Festive and refined.

€10 ≈ $12.00

Champagne (Bottle)

Champagne (La bouteille)

Full bottle of Champagne. Ideal for celebrating in a group.

€59 ≈ $68.00

Wine (Menu)

Wines by the glass or pitcher (14cl, 25cl, 50cl)

Organic Titi

Titi bio

Red

Organic red wine. Likely light and fruity.

€4.70~ ≈ $5.00

Brouilly - Château des Tours

Red

Red wine from Beaujolais. Fruity, smooth, and pleasant to drink Gamay.

€6.70~ ≈ $8.00

Côtes du Rhône - Crozes Hermitage

Red

Dry and mineral white wine from the Rhône Valley. Spicy, structured, and aromatic Syrah.

€6.50~ ≈ $8.00

Merlot

Red

Merlot red wine. Round, fruity with soft tannins.

€4~ ≈ $5.00

Chablis

White

Dry and mineral white wine from Burgundy. Chardonnay grape. Very elegant.

€6.50~ ≈ $8.00

Provence

Rosé

Rosé wine from Provence. Pale, dry, and refreshing with red fruit notes.

€5~ ≈ $6.00

Digestifs

Get 27/Amaretto/Baileys

Selection of sweet digestive liqueurs. Mint, almond, or cream of whisky.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Nikka/Diplomatico/Arranged Rum

Nikka/Diplomatico/Rhum arrangé

Premium spirits: Japanese whisky or aged and arranged rums.

€9 ≈ $10.00

Jack Daniel/Jameson

Classic American or Irish whiskies.

€7 ≈ $8.00

Evening & Happy Hour Menu

From 5pm to 10pm. L'Éléphant's wine cellar, Cocktails and Small Bites.

Merlot - Sainte Reine

Red

Merlot red wine.

€5~ ≈ $6.00

Sauvignon - Saint Clair

Sauvignon - Saint clair

White

Sauvignon white wine. Fresh and aromatic.

€5~ ≈ $6.00

Cocktail time! XL

Cocktail time ! XL

Mojito, Aperol/Saint Germain Spritz, Rose Mary, Caipirinha, Gin & Tonic, Cuba Libre, The Mules (Moscow/London)

Large classic cocktails served in XL size. Refreshing and festive.

€9 ≈ $10.00

Mocktail time! XL

Mocktail time ! XL

Non-alcoholic: Detox, Virgin Rose Mary, Virgin Mojito, Virgin Mule

Creative and fruity non-alcoholic cocktails in a large format.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Homemade breaded chicken

Poulet pané maison

Elephant's Little Hunger

Crispy homemade breaded chicken pieces. Ideal for sharing.

€7~ ≈ $8.00

Tuna rillettes with shallots

Rillette de Thon échalote

Elephant's Little Hunger

Tuna spread prepared with shallots. Served with toast.

€7~ ≈ $8.00

Cheese arancini

Arancinis au fromage

Elephant's Little Hunger

Breaded and fried rice balls filled with melted cheese. Italian specialty.

€7~ ≈ $8.00

Aperitif croque

Croque apero

Sharing version of the croque-monsieur, cut into bites. Convivial for an aperitif.

€10 ≈ $12.00

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