The best restaurants Sweden

This little restaurant is a real institution. Treat yourself to a dinner in a decor reminiscent of New York, walls covered with photos of jazz stars, all while listening to live bands. Recommended address for jazz lovers, or for those looking for concerts in Stockholm. Result, the restaurant is often crowded! The simple menu offers French-inspired dishes: mussels marinière or beef filet at reasonable prices. For a festive and fun evening, enjoying good music and good food.

In the middle of the Oset and Rynningeviken nature reserve you will find the Naturens Hus restaurant and café. Here you can enjoy dishes prepared from scratch with sustainable ingredients. You can also stop here for a coffee or a glass of wine. Very nice because it is built on small artificial lakes with a view on the reserve. The food is very good and not very expensive (fish and meat around 70 SEK), but only at lunchtime. Ideal to rest and eat after a long walk to observe the birds flying on the lake.

This restaurant, located in the centre of Gävle and recommended by French expats in Sweden, is well worth a visit. Matildas serves very fine food in a classy yet relaxed atmosphere. The service is fantastic... An idea to remember if you want to treat yourself to a good restaurant. Their simple gastronomic philosophy: a cuisine based on seasonal products harvested by high quality producers, while adapting to vegetarian or vegan customers! Whether you are alone or with your family, you will be satisfied!

With a restaurant, a bar and a store at the same time, Meatballs for the People puts, as its name indicates, the traditional Swedish meatball to the honor. Thus, it is the ideal place to introduce yourself to the national dish. If you are in an adventurous mood, you can choose from 11 different types of meat (and a vegan version), ranging from classic beef, pork, veal or lamb to more original ones such as reindeer, deer, elk, wild boar and even... bear meat! To be enjoyed on site or to take away.

It may seem strange to come to Sweden to rediscover the French charm, but it is the atmosphere of the place that is worth the detour. Here you can play pétanque, drink a glass of pastis and enjoy a meal deliciously flirting with the cuisine of the South of France. In the summer, the inhabitants of the capital go there to spend a good time together, so it is a good place to relax and meet people! Boulebar has several restaurants in Stockholm where you can play outside all summer long. Strange, but it is a must in the capital!

One of the favourites in Gamla Stan. A warm address, a bistro appreciated for its intimacy, whose decor is inspired by the world of hunting and butchery. A hushed atmosphere, wood panelling, brown leather, oxblood velvet, dark colours, immaculate white tablecloths, elegant glassware. A menu of four courses and dessert, constantly revisited according to the arrivals and composed essentially of fresh and local products. Vegetarians will not be disappointed as a special menu is available.

A restaurant with a beautiful terrace by the sea, particularly popular in summer. In the kitchen, you can enjoy local fish specialties and grilled meats. On weekends, concerts are usually held in the pub part, inside. The waiter, Johan Wellander, knows France very well and will be happy to discuss with you. He will even give you all the good tips of the moment in Marstrand. A good address for a good dinner and a nice evening.

The first thing you notice when you arrive at Kosters Trädgårdar is the smell of sea, land and freshly baked bread. It is a quiet place where you can walk through the lush organic garden, taste good food prepared with nutritious ingredients and at the same time enjoy music. Freshly harvested vegetables are on sale in the farm shop, as well as beautiful things for your garden. A lovely café-restaurant where the food is excellent. Very good address!

This neighborhood canteen opened in the 1970s is a real institution. It is the first vegetarian restaurant in Gothenburg, and the manager and the staff are the same since the beginning of the adventure! Rather calm and warm, the interior also remained in its juice. Above all, the quality/price ratio is unbeatable: you choose among three hot dishes and have access to a delicious and very varied cold buffet. The food is simple but wonderfully seasoned and generous. A real good plan in all simplicity!

A beautiful cafe located on the pretty Nytorget square, with a 1970s Parisian influence: floral patterns alternate with striped wallpaper in red and gold tones and trompe l'oeil library walls. Comfortable armchairs give the feeling of an old reading room. Large colored lanterns create a subdued atmosphere. Nice welcome, homemade pastries and sandwiches at reasonable prices. An obligatory point of passage when walking in SoFo, to have lunch or simply to drink a coffee. A charming place that you won't forget!

Rosendals Trädgård is one of Stockholm's gems! The garden café is located in a bucolic setting on the island of Djurgården and offers salads, soups, sandwiches and pastries made in the nearby bakery. The café uses organic and biodynamic ingredients, many of them even from the vegetable garden. Many Stockholmers visit Rosendal in good weather to picnic or lounge on the grass in the orchard. Be sure to stop by the little store before you leave.

The founder of this restaurant, Rolf, has succeeded in creating a place that reflects his image. With an open kitchen, the team at the stove is in constant contact with the customers. He was one of the first to collaborate with well-known Swedish architects to create the perfect setting for his cuisine: a simple, uncomplicated, friendly place. Rolfs Kök is a successful combination of warm personal service, exceptional wines and well-prepared food made from carefully selected ingredients.

In search of a lost time, this gourmet restaurant offers a unique concept as chef Niklas Ekstedt and his team use neither electricity nor gas in the cooking process. The food is cooked over an open fire with birch wood, reminiscent of the traditional, slow, rustic cuisine of the Jämtland forests. By placing himself at the antipodes of molecular gastronomy and futuristic processes, the chef participates in the emergence of a new Swedish cuisine proud of its history, which we have seen emerge over the last ten years.

It was run by Swiss who came to Sweden in the late 1800s and is located near the Royal Palace. Founded in the 1920s, Café Schweiser was originally a Schweizeri: a café where liquor is served. Today it is a little address not to be missed, whether for meals or for a snack or a fika! Today, Café Schweizer is still run as a family business. The atmosphere makes you feel the tradition that precedes us by far, with endless delicacies.

A restaurant where Chinese cuisine is combined with a delirious atmosphere at the crossroads of Tiki culture and the great diversity of Asian landscapes. A colorful universe, a spicy taste that awakens the senses. A wave has swept over Stockholm, bringing with it the 23 flavors of Sichuan cuisine and its 56 cooking methods. Is it really reasonable to eat all this in one meal? Well, no! But the menu is based on 15 small plates that you can choose and share with your friends.

With its delicious all-you-can-eat buffet and its unbeatable view of the Stockholm waterfront, Hermans has become one of Stockholm's must-visit restaurants. The various dishes, all vegan, are tasty and original. You can try all kinds of hummus, lasagne, salads, homemade bread, grilled and marinated tofu and much more! In winter you can sit in the friendly, heated veranda, in summer on the terrace to enjoy the barbecues and the view. There is also unlimited tea and coffee and student discounts!

You come for the setting: tables set under the vaults of a historic building, white tablecloths and long candles. You stay for the food: a clever mix of Swedish and French cuisine. Fem Små Hus, which means five little houses, also offers an impressive selection of wines. If you want to know more, don't hesitate to ask questions about the history of the establishment, revealing the atmosphere of Gamla Stan in the 17th century. You will have the culinary experience while learning about the history of Stockholm.

If you're a vegetarian in Stockholm, traditional Swedish cuisine is not likely to be your go-to menu. So here is an alternative address! Grön Hermitage is the only vegetarian-only restaurant in Gamla Stan that also offers vegan options. It serves good, simple and varied food in a student café atmosphere. The restaurant is well located and welcoming. One of the good and convenient places in the old town where you can have all-you-can-eat lunch with the buffet formula, including coffee and tea. Recommended for student budgets!

The restaurant in Gothenburg to discover traditional Swedish cuisine: elk steaks, meatballs with cranberries, biff greta, fish gratin at very reasonable prices. A good address to eat in the spirit of the country, although the chefs sometimes propose less local recipes, such as falafel with cabbage and citrus salad, flat bread and dill cream. So there is something for everyone and you won't be disappointed by a dinner at Smaka! Varied clientele, relaxed atmosphere and friendly service.

Charming little restaurant located in the very lively district of Haga, we stop there to spend a good moment around a well filled plate. The atmosphere is warm and lively, and the kitchen is open, which floods the room with succulent smells... Hard to resist! An address renowned for its impeccably fresh fish and seafood dishes. Once again, the fish from around Göteborg are given pride of place. Very good wines on the menu and terrace, in a charming patio, in good weather.

The heart of the old town has long been home to traditional Swedish cuisine. Founded in 1722, Den Gyldene Freden, meaning Golden Peace, is a true institution, owned by the Swedish Academy which selects the Nobel Prize for Literature. The restaurant belonged to the famous painter Anders Zorn and was the favourite restaurant of the artist-composer Evert Taube. Here you can enjoy high quality Nordic gourmet cuisine in an elegant 18th century restaurant with antique furniture.

The great classic of Place Stureplan. A must-see meeting place, you can watch the ballet of night owls from the bar or terrace. The decor has been redesigned by Jonas Bohlin and skilfully combines tradition and modernity. The restaurant cultivates a brasserie spirit and offers a quality menu, with seafood and fish specialities. One of Sturehof's great advantages is that its kitchen closes late. To extend the evening, head upstairs to the O'Bar for a nightcap and listen to the DJs.

A restaurant with a pleasant terrace with a beautiful view of the lake and the gardens that slope gently down to the shore. Here, traditional cuisine with meat dishes (filet mignon, steak) or fish (grilled salmon...), usually accompanied by steamed potatoes and raw vegetables. We recommend the daily specials, which offer better value for money. However, you may feel that you are paying more for the view than for the content of the plate. An address that can help you out if you haven't planned a picnic!

The Bistro Silvanum is located in the Cultural and Artistic Center of Gävle. It is a cafeteria where you can have lunch for a very good price and which offers a very honest dish of the day and a "soup" menu (with coffee included). The entrance to the Centre d'Art Contemporain is free, so you can easily take advantage of a stop at the bistro to have a look at the temporary exhibition. In summer, you can enjoy a meal on the terrace with good quality food.

Welcome to the island of Djugården, once a hunting ground for Swedish kings. Now it is home to important museums and Swedes flock here to enjoy the lush nature in the city centre. And if, on your way out of Skansen or around a wooded path, you miraculously hear the sound of the troubadour Bellman's love ballad, follow that melody, for you will be blessed by the Swedish culinary tradition that the Ulla Windbladh restaurant approaches in all simplicity. Refined and intimate setting.

On the corner of small pedestrian and shopping streets is this charming restaurant inside a pink building. Around white tables decorated with flowers and antique chairs, one eats here in a relaxed atmosphere. Pasta, salads and/or pastries; tea is offered as an accompaniment (help yourself to the left of the counter). Moreover, the gastronomic quality is assured: organic products guaranteed! If you don't want to sit inside but would rather enjoy the sunshine outside, they also offer take-out.

The terrace overlooks the park and the waters of the Baltic. Easily recognizable with its strange chimney and the large Skansen letters on top of the building, it is the ideal place for a gourmet break in the middle of the day, or to make a late Sunday afternoon pass. Pastries, cakes, teas in abundant choices in an atmosphere of chattering young mothers and students. You can also eat savory dishes made according to the season and the inspiration of the moment. Take advantage of this opportunity to treat yourself with a light mind!

It is one of the best fish and seafood restaurants in the city. The history of this restaurant is very old, since it was the city councilor Jakob V Utfall who built a stone house on the site where the establishment now stands, in 1698. After a long history and a series of events, it is now the local chef, Lars Ahlström, who is taking Fiskekrogen to new heights. He serves dishes that are both classic and innovative, always featuring the treasures of the sea! Good wine list.

Kryp In is one of those intimate, slightly hidden places in the old town where you like to say to yourself when you arrive: I am privileged! The small medieval cobbled street of Prästgatan leads you to this rustic and cosy restaurant serving homemade dishes. Indeed, in their small open kitchen, the chef and his long-time team have brought simplicity and humility to the complexity of Swedish dishes. And we have the confirmation, that in this Swedish cuisine, the reindeer is definitely king! Good meal guaranteed.

If you want to eat cheaply but differently from the classic budget restaurants, stop by Kornhamnstorg to try a local classic. A white wagon with a yellow fish-shaped sign, formerly located in Södermalm, sells fried herring in all kinds of sauces: rolled in bread with a salad with fresh cream and leeks (for 100 SEK), as a burger (75 SEK) or "à la scanienne" (60 SEK): herring fillets with a mustard sauce, red onion and dill. Exotic and delicious!

One of the most famous burgers in town, just steps away from Stureplan! The meat is cooked to your liking, the nachos are covered with quality melted cheese and the fries are crispy as can be! You can choose from a wide range of flavors, accompanied by a beer or a cocktail. Enough to make the Americans blush! For vegetarians, the meat on all burgers can be replaced by halloumi cheese. Good to know: if you come for lunch during the week, they offer you coffee or tea at the end of the meal!

This green-painted wooden establishment has stood opposite Skansen's main entrance since 1866. The Café Fin de Siècle is the least expensive part of the building. You can eat inside, beneath countless black-and-white photos tracing the history of the establishment or Djurgården, or on the convivial terrace, often packed with tourists when the weather's fine. The place is especially appreciated for its picturesque atmosphere - there's nothing more Swedish than that! The menu always includes meat and fish of the day - highly recommended!

This 19th century style restaurant is housed in an old building (rare enough to note) on Södermalm. Pelikan's history dates back to the 17th century and it moved to Beklingegatan in 1960. The clientele today is still a mixture of what it was over the centuries: workers, students, middle-class people live together in this place, under a 5 m high ceiling. The food is typically Swedish with herrings, anchovies, smoked reindeer or the traditional köttbollar (meatballs) with cranberries. A very busy place.

A restaurant with typical English and Swedish dishes. Good cuisine in the heart of the. district. After work works particularly well because beer is so much cheaper.

Of course, a Frenchman doesn't necessarily want to eat Breton pancakes when he comes to visit Stockholm. But this little local crêperie is well located and represents a cheap and pleasant alternative for a nice dinner. Four steps lead up to this haunt of French expats and Swedish lovers of good crepes. The atmosphere is lively and the light is subdued in the two small rooms with a rustic decor. Pastel brown walls, candles on the tables, lists of drinks on blackboards, sober decoration and the smell of garlic and wheat.

From the street, the B.A.R. restaurant stands out for its simplicity and its uncluttered front. Inside, you'll find a cheerful seafood brasserie where locals like to take a gastronomic break. There's the traditional salmon, oysters, lobster, offering gigantic platters of seafood to be enjoyed with a good champagne. All the ingredients are fresh and the menu is calibrated throughout the year, according to the seasons. A true gem of Nordic cuisine not to be missed! Also offers take-out.

Rex is located in the beautiful old Umeå Town Hall in the middle of the square. The building was built in 1892 and has been in operation since 1996. It functions as both a quality restaurant and bar, which serves on the terrace in the summer, and a nightclub. Both are relatively expensive, but very popular. If you feel like dancing, don't hesitate because the nightclub is huge! You can enjoy tasteful electronic music there. In the basement of the house, the pub offers more than 120 varieties of beer and a street food menu.

We cannot miss the lesson: a large wrought iron key the name of the establishment. Magnus Ladulås, régent of the Kingdom of Sweden between 1275 and 1290, was the son of the founder of Stockholm, Birger Jarl. Here you can enjoy a fairly rich Swedish classic between SEK 190 and SEK 250 in a very beautiful th century cellar. Grilled salmon accompanied by potatoes, from goat to asparagus and quinoa… Practice at noon.

Among the best restaurants in Kalmar is Kalmar Kött & Bar. Located in a historical building, it is in a room cut by arches and in an elegant atmosphere that the customers will have the pleasure to discover a menu with exceptional meats. Original cocktails, burgers, carpaccio, grilled or cooked meats, dishes, pies and pastries... The varied menu is regularly renewed, offering dishes for all budgets. Despite the wait, the staff is friendly and professional. A gastronomic address not to be missed!

If you love good food as much as good music, this is the place that will delight your taste buds and your ears! The concept is simple: you sit at one of the round tables of this elegant but relaxed place, you order several small dishes and a good bottle of wine and you let yourself be deliciously intoxicated by the jazz musicians who, every night, come to play on the small stage. The atmosphere is intimate and the dishes are European inspired: gnudi, burratta, haddock tartar, rack of pork and even... Savoyard fondue!

Lilla Cafét is a small and quiet café where you can find sandwiches, salads, potato dishes and many pastries and drinks. All this with honest prices. A terrace is at the entrance of the cafe, perfect for a fika with friends in the sun. Located in the center of the city on a lively shopping street, this cafe can satisfy everyone's sweet tooth. They are very proud of their coffees, and several travelers have indeed validated the quality of their drinks.

In the former military area of Sollefteå, this restaurant is very popular with the locals. Big, loud and nicely decorated room in a large cream coloured wooden house. Fantastic buffet and stomach satisfying! Located a 10 minute walk from the Västra skogen open air area as well as the river Ängermanälven. The surrounding area is welcoming and friendly, an environment that invites you to take a long digestive walk after your meal. It's a nice change from the city centre, which is only 10 minutes away by car.

A great pub on the Stora Torget square where you can eat well and for a good price! As usual in Swedish pubs, the alcohol is rather expensive. But this one guarantees you a good atmosphere on weekends! In the heart of the city, you will be in a lively and charming area. Relaxed atmosphere with a simple and delicious menu: pizzas, sandwiches, salads, burgers and 15% discount on take away! A good address during the days of visits in the city to satisfy the small hunger of midday, or to party in the evening.

A rather large restaurant, with a wooden, sky blue and white interior, located near the old town and Slottstorget. With a rich history, the restaurant is located in an old farm building dating back to 1773. Today, the restaurant offers the city's largest outdoor terrace hosting live entertainment throughout the year. At noon, the lunch rates are attractive. In the summer, the large terrace opens and is often very busy, providing a nice setting for lunch. Located a 10 minute walk from the train station.

Best to book in advance. But against all odds the Sake Bar offers a wide choice of alcohol such as sake, sho-shu, whisky and beer of Japan of course. The staff were friendly and helpful.

This small street that goes down to the lake shelters a nice café-restaurant very popular in summer for its wooden terrace covered with green plants. The interior of the brasserie is an old bakery dating from 1860, with parquet floors, wooden beams and period paintings. A place for a pleasant tasting! A beautiful new bar welcomes you at the entrance of the restaurant. The food is excellent, with classic brasserie dishes (steak tartare, fried mussels, burgers...) but with an Asian twist! Side dishes are extra.

A trendy cafe frequented mostly by students, the restaurant offers music and a trendy decor. The fish and seafood are caught from nearby seas and lakes, and the many herbs, mushrooms and berries in season are picked nearby. If you just want to come in for a drink with friends, the bar offers a whole list of cocktails and other drinks to make your night! Just a few meters from Stortorget square, the area is lively and surrounded by bars and restaurants.

Empes Gatukök is a restaurant serving grilled meats and everything in between. Here, you can choose from barbecue, hamburgers, schnitzel, onions, souvas, kebabs, chicken, sausages, but also some vegetarian dishes. This fast-food restaurant is a classic with the locals, and they'll no doubt recommend it to you if you ask where to eat. In fact, this institution has been in Kiruna for over 70 years and has a proven track record. Burgers to suit all tastes, French fries... Nothing too crazy, but convenient for a cheap meal on the go.

A restaurant which has Corsican only the name and the big sign with the effigy of the island of Beauty. Mainly pizzas, but also some dishes whose names evoke a little France. The atmosphere is relaxed and you come here with friends to share a good time. On the menu, pasta, kebab, pizzas. No great cuisine but good value for money. The interior, with its heterogeneous decoration and entirely wooded, is rather warm, as is the welcome you will receive. In the summer, take advantage of the beautiful days to settle down on the terrace.