Gothenburg

With a menu inspired in Swedish tradition and devoted to using raw local ingredients from the Gothenburg area, award-winning SK Mat is one of the city's finest restaurants. Each dish is carefully selected, prepared and paired with a suitable beverage in the open-design kitchen where guests can get a full view of the skilled chefs at work. For the full experience, be sure to order the sampling menu.

The dishes are inspired by traditional Swedish fare, from the far north to the southernmost tip. Always with their special west coast twist and occasionally with a sprinkling of exotic spices from around the world. Hemma Hos believe in keeping things simple, so you won’t find "frittatas" and "arugula" on their menu, but you will find hearty omelettes and rocket salad. Their trademark side-dish sized portions invite you to treat your taste buds to a culinary journey through Sweden.

The seafood restaurant Sjömagasinet with a picturesque location by the waterfront overlooking the Älvsborg bridge has a one star in Guide Michelin and is run by Ulf Wagner and head chef Gustav Trägårdh. Here the passionate staff beautifully combines food and wine, which all can be enjoyed in a rustic warehouse from 1775 making the dining experience something really special.

With an exquisitely crafted atmosphere, authentic period decor and staggering attention to detail, Puta Madre is Gothenburg's premiere Mexican food establishment and a highlight in the city's gastronomic scene. It's like stepping into a 1920s cantina, complete with authentic photos, one-of-a-kind period knick-knacks and Revolution-era china stacked to the roof. Everything on the menu is crafted from scratch, including the house tortillas, and the lovely outdoor terrace on the second floor - soon to be renovated and expanded - is perfect for summer drinks, made from the restaurant's over 320 varieties of tequila (the largest collection in the Nordics).

Michelin starred restaurant, Koka has the goal to be a leader in modern West Swedish gastronomy. Choose between three-, five-, or seven-course menus composed daily from the best local ingredients available. The restaurant has received excellent reviews and ranked as the number one restaurant in Gothenburg by White Guide Nordic in 2016.

A meeting place with an easy-going atmosphere and with an affordable menu. This contemporary restaurant with influences from around the world serves both small and big dishes making it perfect for sharing. In summer, you can enjoy the view of the main boulevard, from the al fresco dining area and you can pop into the Gothenburg Museum of Art next door.

A true Gothenburg-institution serving traditional Swedish food under the management of chefs Per Ove Lundgren and Mats Sjölander. The service minded and welcoming staff serves dishes like their renowned Wiener schnitzel, poached cod and the Swedish dish Wallenbergare (luxurious veal burger) among others. Weekday lunch is also served.

Brighten your visit to Gothenburg Opera with a meal at the restaurant. Food and drink is their passion and they strive to provide you with an extraordinary meal experience. The kitchen focuses on locally grown and organic food. Cafés and bars are available for those who want to have a lighter meal or refreshments.

In the middle of Avenyn, you will find this family-friendly restaurant where Italy meets America. From the large menu you can pick everything from pasta to wood oven baked pizza and hamburgers including juicy steaks. Also with a bar menu, large outdoor terrace where to people-watch and brunch on Sundays.

Barabicu is located just steps away from the fish market hall Feskekôrka. The concept is Pan-American grill, with a focus on seafood, fish and meat, cooked over open fire. There is also a popular cocktail bar and outdoor area.

Two popular locations, with different menus with Asian fusion team. At Magasinsgatan the focus is Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese, with dishes like Dim Sum, Sashimi, Vietnamese beef salad and more while the Linnégatan location is more influenced by Korea, Malaysia and Japan with dishes like Green mango & papaya salad, baby scallops, Sashimi and much more. Very busy places so make a reservation if you plan to visit.

On the beautiful island of Styrsö, only 15 minutes by boat from Gothenburg, you find a charming restaurant with an ocean view. The cuisine is based on classic Swedish flavours with European influences, where seafood is a staple feature on the menu. The restaurant is situated in a 4-star hotel, with a small garden.