Must-see restaurants in Southern Sweden

  • Mölle Krukmakeri & Café

    Skåne

    Just up from the harbour in Mölle, this cosy cafe and ceramics gallery is run by potter Lisa Wohlfart. Stock up on her sleek, contemporary wares or simply…

  • Gambrinus

    Lund

    The star turn at the Grand Hotel’s gourmet nosh spot is the Lund menu, featuring creative interpretations of regional classics using seasonal local…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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,…

  • 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…

  • Globetrotter

    Helsingborg

    These beautifully presented gastro-Asian tapas and mains hit the spot and, combined with the mood music and superb Stortorget people-watching potential…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Smak

    Malmö

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

  • 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.

  • 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…

  • Café Tre G

    Southern Sweden

    This cafe is a hit with everyone from prim pensioners to indie types. Fill up on such offerings as baked potatoes, quiche and pasta salads, plus perfect…

  • Vattentornet Café & Bistro

    Skåne

    On the ground floor of the splendid 58m-high water tower (1912), selling sandwiches, cakes and other yummy snacks; snag an outdoor table in the fabulous…

  • Lennarths Konditori

    Southern Sweden

    Old-school bakery with a fantastic tubular retro ceiling, two outdoor terraces, and calorific treats. Try the delectable (if unfortunately named) munk;…

  • Café Miro

    Skåne

    This cafe at the Regionmuseet Kristianstad complex serves great snacks using organic ingredients and herbs and flowers picked from the owner's garden.

  • Koppi

    Helsingborg

    This hip cafe-microroastery is your best bet for top-notch coffee. The savvy young owners sell their own roasted beans, alongside scrumptious edibles like…

  • Smyge Fiskrökeri

    Skåne

    Packs people like sardines into its tiny shop. The smokehouse’s salmon baguettes and crayfish cakes on brown bread are worth the crush.