Pangolin at Els Golf Club

 Sometimes stumbling upon an eatery can be a pleasant surprise. This was the case with our visit to Pangolin at the Els Golf Club in Dubai Sports City. Our first visit was a delight in every respect from the food, to the service and the over all feel of the place. So after a gap of two months we revisited Pangolin. Knowing from our first visit that the restaurant had been acquired by a new group we expected some changes. While no visible changes had emerged we heard that the restaurant was being rebranded and the offering would change from the current theme.

Our two visits had given us the distinct impression that the Pangolin was a hidden gem. Its Mediterranean accented food offering was simply amazing. The food fitted in so well with the poolside presence of the restaurant and had a nice casual feel to it. While one may say the decor looked 'tired' it at best needs a facelift. The menu was well constructed and every item we ordered was well prepared, with just the perfect taste to make it a memorable meal. The Chicken Gyros was absolutely perfect and perhaps the best one could eat outside Greece. From the truffle pizza, to the fish all were a testimony to an excellent concept and meticulous delivery of the food offering.

While the new brand and new theme of the menu will unfold one must stop and think why such a well thought concept should be changed? While it is not our place to suggest the solution one cannot hold back with the view that perhaps what the Pangolin needs is a boost in marketing and a facelift in the decor. However, we await the new brand and concept and shall visit for sure.

Pros

  • Excellent menu.
  • Super staff.
  • Well prepared meals.
  • Staff knowledge of menu was exceptional.
Cons.
  • Decor needs a facelift.
  • Outdoor seating by the pool could do with some fans.
Overall Experience.

This is a gem hidden near the Els Golf course and discovering it was a pleasure. 





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