Must-see restaurants in Sweden

  • Bröderna M

    Skåne

    Relaxed and contemporary, Bröderna M serves up Ystad’s best pizza, ranging from classic margheritas to thin-crust topped with prosciutto, rocket and…

  • Simba

    Gothenburg

    Tuck into the likes of domoda (tender lamb with peanut butter) or springbok steak, or mop up wat (stew) with injera (spongy Ethiopian pancake) under the…

  • Cafe Järntorget

    Gamla Stan

    Just off Järntorget, this busy ice-cream shop reliably offers such quintessentially Swedish flavours as lemon licorice (lakrits), forest berries (skogsbär…

  • Saluhallen

    Lund

    This mouth-watering market hall sells reasonably priced grub, from fresh fish and piping-hot pasta to Thai, kebabs and croissants. In addition to its…

  • Kaffestugan

    Southeastern Sweden

    Located on the main road in tiny Boda, this is a clued-up cafe that micro-roasts its own Fairtrade coffee and bakes everything from luscious berry tarts…

  • Ellens Café i Ransvik

    Skåne

    A longstanding favourite, this casual place overlooks a popular bathing spot about 1km beyond the Kullaberg toll booth. Munch happily on sandwiches,…

  • Old House Inn

    Bohuslän

    The menu of this quaint restaurant on the little main square runs the gamut from pulled-pork sandwiches to pastas, while its chilli-chocolate pannacotta…

  • Smakrike Krog & Logi

    Gotland

    Meals at Smakrike Krog capture the essence of a true Swedish summer. The restaurant’s menu follows the seasons and the affable owners also operate a…

  • Ved

    Lund

    This moodily lit bar and restaurant dishes up good-looking plates of Swedish-fusion dishes. Plates are intentionally midsized, so they're cheaper than you…

  • Feskarn Saluhallen

    Uppsala

    Stock up on meat, fish, cheese and fancy chocolate at this indoor market. Or you can hit one of the restaurant corners for a bite; a couple stay open late…

  • Kraja

    Lappland

    On its own little peninsula just west of town, this appealing catch-all hotel and campground with cabins combines lake views with great local cuisine; try…

  • En Gaffel Kort

    Skåne

    A dress-for-dinner type of place with terrifically innovative dishes with just enough foam and drizzle to set it apart from the mainstream-style joints…

  • Restaurang Montmartre

    Southern Sweden

    The atmospheric Montmartre evokes a French bistro with its wine-red drapes, tasselled lampshades and oil paintings. The menu hops over the border, however…

  • Kippers Källare

    Skåne

    Sporting a 17th-century arched cellar, this is the most atmospheric restaurant in town. Spanish-style tapas take up much of the menu, but there are more…

  • Hallo Bar

    Bohuslän

    Right above the water, this friendly restobar serves small plates of seafood dishes (so you can really go to town here!), as well as beautifully battered…

  • Maltes Mackor

    Skåne

    Short on space but long on choice, the baguettes and wraps here are made with only the freshest locally sourced produce. Even if you're not peckish, grab…

  • BAR.B.KO

    Skåne

    If you're craving a juicy steak, sticky spare ribs or a rack of lamb, look no more. It's not the Southern US style barbecue you'd expect, but a Swedish…

  • Robinson Crusoe

    Southeastern Sweden

    Slouch back on the plush, purple terrace sofas for a cocktail or an excellent coffee, or make a date for the daily buffet. The setting is sublime,…

  • Bergs Konditori

    Bohuslän

    Follow your nose to century-old local institution Bergs Konditori, a locally beloved dockside konditori (bakery-patisserie) selling fresh bread, cakes,…

  • Cafe Drottningholm

    Around Stockholm

    Next to Kina Slott, this cute cafe in a low-ceilinged old stone building serves coffee and good waffles with jam; outdoor tables are available.

  • Glassiärens Glassbar

    Southern Sweden

    The queues at this legendary ice-cream parlour are matched by the mammoth serves, piled high in a heavenly waffle cone. Go for three flavours if you can…

  • Nittaya Thai

    Lappland

    Authentic Thai cuisine in attractive surroundings. The changing weekday lunch buffet (90kr) is a crowd-pleaser, and the curries and stir-fried dishes off…

  • Dolce Sicilia

    Malmö

    Head to Dolce Sicilia, run by certified Sicilians, for fresh, organic, Italian-style gelato with flavours ranging from chilli chocolate to liquorice or…

  • Karamellan

    Around Stockholm

    Within the palace grounds, this cafe-restaurant serves coffee and pastries as well as full meals, with both indoor and outdoor seating for plenty of…

  • Pråmen

    Bohuslän

    Crabs, mussels, prawns, halibut, salmon: if it swims, scuttles or sticks to rocks in the sea, this popular floating restaurant-bar will have it on the…

  • Smak

    Malmö

    Located at the excellent Malmö Konsthall gallery, this cafe serves wholesome tasty meals and a good weekend brunch.

  • Arvidsons Kiosk och Fisk

    Bohuslän

    Grab an order of fish and chips with aioli – it even comes in a fake-newsprint paper cone – from this seafood shop right next to the ferry dock.

  • Lickershamnskrogen

    Gotland

    Near the Jungfru trailhead at Lickershamn, this place serves both local and Med-style dishes and tapas. There’s also a hut selling smoked fish.

  • Katthamrsviks Rokeri

    Gotland

    You can't get more fishy than this local institution that catches, smokes, grills, pickles and prepares all manner of ocean bounty.

  • Nya Conditoriet

    Southeastern Sweden

    This busy old-fashioned bakery-cafe serves tasty filled sandwiches and pastries as well as soups, salads and strong coffee.

  • Glassmakeriet

    Skåne

    The ice creams from this little parlour boasting lots of flavours are out of this world (try the dulce de leche).

  • 2 Rum & Kök

    Southern Sweden

    This gourmet dinner spot is best known for its magnificent fondue, with flavours ranging from French to barbecue.

  • Bruna Dörren

    Gotland

    A casual restaurant and pizzeria in Ljugarn, with a spacious outdoor courtyard and beachside location.

  • Vivo T-Jarlen

    Stockholm

    Busy grocery store inside the Östermalmstorg tunnelbana station.

  • Hemköp

    Gothenburg

    Major supermarket in the Nordstan shopping complex.

  • Gärdby Kafe

    Southeastern Sweden

    Take a sidestep to this heart-warming cafe, which dates from the 1920s and oozes old-fashioned charm with its dazzling, white, stripped-back tearooms and…

  • Smaka

    Gothenburg

    While the electric-blue and copper interior might recall a 1980s nightclub, restaurant-bar Smaka is all about classic Swedish husmanskost. Whet the…

  • Ofvandahls

    Uppsala

    Something of an Uppsala institution, this musty, worn konditori (bakery-cafe) dates back to the 19th century. Adorned with art nouveau wallpaper, antique…

  • Visby Crêperie & Logi

    Visby

    Cheapish, cheerful and a hit with the boho-arty crowd, this lovable corner bolt-hole serves scrumptious savoury galettes and sweet crêpes, ranging from a…

  • Coffee Break

    Lund

    Small rooms give this place a classic teashop feel, plus there's a flower-filled garden, tasteful funky local art on the walls and a menu of homemade…

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