Must-see restaurants in Central Sweden

  • Harrys

    Örebro

    Though it’s part of a sort of blah chain, this particular branch of Harrys has a good location in a cool old brick factory building by the river. It’s…

  • Fricks Konditori

    Lake Siljan

    An old-fashioned bakery-cafe with a casual, neighbourhood vibe, Fricks offers good-value sandwiches, quiches and salads. That said, you really should save…

  • Tzatziki

    Uppsala

    Tzatziki will supply all your moussaka and souvlaki needs. There’s cosy seating in the 16th-century interior, and in summer the outside tables by the…

  • Amazing Thai

    Uppsala

    This small, family-friendly spot inside a shopping centre is popular for its good-value buffet (both lunch and dinner) and welcoming atmosphere. The…

  • Jalla

    Uppsala

    Get your fix of cheap and (relatively) healthy felafel, kebabs and meze platters at this efficient fast-food joint right on the main square, with some…

  • Pacos

    Örebro

    OK, maybe Tex-Mex isn’t exactly what you expected to be eating in the middle of Sweden, but the fun decor and chirpy music at Pacos, a small Swedish chain…

  • Phil's Burger

    Uppsala

    This popular burger joint is slowly expanding its footprint in Central Sweden and is a great alternative to the big name fast food franchises when you're…

  • Hellmanska Garden Cafe

    Central Sweden

    A charming cafe with a boutique shop attached, 'Hellmans' is a nice spot for lunch, with soups, salads, lasagne and focaccia, complimented by decent…

  • Sälens Bageri & Konditori

    Dalarna

    This surprisingly chic cafe is located inside the SälenGallerian shopping centre and serves up pizzas (89kr to 115kr), light lunches and a simple daily…

  • Mora Kaffestuga

    Lake Siljan

    For a quick lunch – such as basic salads, quiches and sandwiches – or a coffee-and-pastry break, head to this popular, stylish little coffee shop. It has…

  • Café Kaka

    Central Sweden

    Popular Café Kaka is a funky, upbeat cafe and meeting place, serving sandwiches, wraps, and big, filling salads, with the occasional crooner or live DJ to…

  • Wienerkonditoriet

    Central Sweden

    This homey cafe on the main drag serving hot coffee and home-baked cakes and pastries feels like an auntie’s living room, complete with family portraits…

  • Nya Hembageriet

    Central Sweden

    This tiny bakery in an old wooden building on a side street has a broad range of baked goodies, decadent pastries and hearty rustic breads to take away.

  • Helmers Konditori

    Lake Siljan

    This popular bakery-cafe on the main pedestrian street draws a devoted local crowd with plenty of homemade bread, sandwiches and delicious pastries.

  • Cafe Stadsparken

    Central Sweden

    This bright little cafe in the town park serves sandwiches, snacks, light lunches and makes a mean cup o' Joe.

  • ICA

    Dalarna

    This is a conveniently central grocery store recommended for self-caterers.

  • Hemköp

    Central Sweden

    This supermarket is handy for self-caterers.