Småland
This traditional Swedish konditori (bakery-cafe) is about as old-school as they come, dating from 1947. With an outdoor terrace and views of Eksjö's…
Must-see restaurants in Sweden
Lappland
This extremely popular central, authentic Thai place fills the spice gap in the local dining scene with noodle, rice and stir-fry dishes, but it's the…
Skåne
Relaxed and contemporary, Bröderna M serves up Ystad’s best pizza, ranging from classic margheritas to thin-crust topped with prosciutto, rocket and…
Gothenburg
A sausagefest to sate the hungriest of the carnivorously inclined. Choose from the likes of currywurst, bierwurst and the immensely satisfying, cheese…
Småland
This perennially popular restaurant-pub has a great summer garden courtyard and snug vaulted cellar. Meat dishes are the speciality, with innovative sides…
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…
Gamla Stan
Just off Järntorget, this busy ice-cream shop reliably offers such quintessentially Swedish flavours as lemon licorice (lakrits), forest berries (skogsbär…
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…
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…
Skåne
A longstanding favourite, this casual place overlooks a popular bathing spot about 1km beyond the Kullaberg toll booth. Munch happily on sandwiches,…
Småland
Really tasty organic vegan dishes and a generous lunchtime buffet with tofu 'cheese', hummus and more green crunchy veg than you can shake a carrot stick…
The Bothnian Coast
Ironically, IKEA is actually one of the better places to eat out in Haparanda, as it offers Swedish standards such as meatballs and mash for as little as…
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…
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…
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…
Southwestern Sweden
This pleasant cafe inhabits a cute yellow wooden house in a park, with patio seating in the summer. Cakes, pastries and sandwiches are excellent, and…
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…
Helsingborg
These beautifully presented gastro-Asian tapas and mains hit the spot and, combined with the mood music and superb Stortorget people-watching potential…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Småland
This lovely restaurant located near Bergs Slussar, 11km north of Linköping along the Gota Canal, serves well-presented locavore Swedish and American…
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…
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…
The Bothnian Coast
With both outdoor and indoor seating, Mani's is a good spot to head to for staple salads and burgers. There's a pretty happy crowd here making the most of…
Småland
Under the old courthouse, this affable 15th-century cellar restaurant dishes out simple but satisfying burger, pasta and fish meals. Its outdoor area is a…
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…
Central Sweden
This pretty restaurant in Lövstabruk (93km north of Uppsala) has lovely garden seating where you can enjoy a hearty buffet lunch on weekdays and a menu of…
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,…
Småland
Gobble up a brilliant wood-fired pizza or slip into the vaulted restaurant for scrumptious antipasto in this hipster pizza joint where it's cool to watch…
Småland
The oldest pub in town, with a suitably welcoming atmosphere and a superb range of ales on tap and whiskies. Also dishes up typical pub grub like burgers,…
Bohuslän
Follow your nose to century-old local institution Bergs Konditori, a locally beloved dockside konditori (bakery-patisserie) selling fresh bread, cakes,…
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.
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…
Luleå
Still the choice for discerning carnivores, Cook's Krog is Luleå’s top spot for steak, reindeer and other Norrbotten specialities. It's next to the…
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…
Southwestern Sweden
Authentic Indian restaurant specialising mostly in northern Indian dishes. Dishes of the day are a good deal; we're particularly fond of the Goan fish…
Malmö
Head to Dolce Sicilia, run by certified Sicilians, for fresh, organic, Italian-style gelato with flavours ranging from chilli chocolate to liquorice or…
Southwestern Sweden
This is a good old-fashioned bakery with cafe attached. As well as chunky sandwiches, there’s a tempting stock of chocolates and cakes to crank up the…
