Restaurants in Gothenburg
Make the most of Gothenburg's most imaginative cuisine at Restaurang Tvåkanten in the busy Avenyn district, or enjoy the harbour views that come with excellent fish and seafood from the River Café. If on a tighter budget, great Greek dining accompanied by live music is on offer at Den Lilla Tavernan in the Linné district. Restaurants usually open at lunchtime and in the evening until midnight or later – tipping at around 10% is normal.
Hos Pelle
Rustic-style cuisine
Ambitious chef Pelle Danielsson is the driving force behind the excellent
cuisine at the elegant Hos Pelle restaurant in Haga Old Town. He uses
classic ingredients for rustic-style dishes, prepared with simplicity but in
a modern way. The menu changes frequently, featuring such delicacies as
smoked poultry, distinctively prepared fish dishes and sumptuous desserts.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Thu 11.30am-2pm and 6pm-11pm; Fri 11-30am-2pm and 5.30pm-12am; Sat 5.30pm-12am.
Address
2, Djupedalsgatan, Gothenburg 413 07
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 121 031
Restaurang Tvåkanten
Modern Swedish cuisine
Food of the 'modern Swedish' style is presented at Restaurang Tvåkanten in
the Avenyn nightlife district in an original and often surprising style -
the mussels, goats' cheese and langoustine soup is just one of the many
mouthwatering options, which range from Scandinavian specialities like elk,
to seafood and foie gras.
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Opening Hours
Mon 11.30am-10pm; Tue-Thu 11.30am-12am; Fri 11.30-2am; Sat 12pm-2am; Sun 1pm-10pm
Address
27, Kungsportsanvenyn, Gothenburg 411 36
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 182 115
River Café
Meal with a view
Beautifully situated on the north shore of the harbour at Eriksberg pier, the
River Café belies its unassuming name with a rich and varied menu featuring
the best of Scandinavian meat and seafood. Fish is a highlight, naturally,
but a good range of locally sourced meats is also available - all with a
waterside view.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm; Mon-Sat 6pm-12am
Address
Dockpiren Eriksberg, Gothenburg 417 64
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 510 000
A Hereford Beefstouw
Steaks at their best
A Hereford Beefstouw is among the best and most appealing steakhouses in
Gothenburg, with a reputation for expertly prepared Brazilian beef, and a
salad bar that's the most varied and copious in town. The largest platter is
a 500-gram T-bone steak, a challenge to even the really hungry.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm and 5pm-10pm; Sat 4pm-10pm; Sun 3pm-9pm
Address
5, Linnégatan, Gothenburg 413 04
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 775 0441
Brasserie Lipp
Parisian influences
Located on Gothenburg's busiest entertainment and nightlife street, Brasserie
Lipp was inspired by the legendary Left Bank bistro in Paris, but with
subtle adjustments for Swedish taste. A good and varied range of meat and
fish dishes is offered, and there is also a choice of fixed menus, served in
smart but comfortable surroundings.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Wed 11.30am-1am; Thu & Fri 11.30-3am; Sat 12pm-3am; Sun 12pm-12am
Address
8, Kungsportsavenyn, Gothenburg 400 16
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 105 830
Heaven 23
High-rise Swedish dining
Heaven 23 provides diners with spectacular city views from its lofty position
on the 23rd floor of the Gothia Towers hotel building. The menu features
modern Scandinavian cooking with international influences. Interesting
vegetarian choices are available along with more traditional dishes
featuring local salmon and seafood. Fixed price menus are offered, both at
lunch and dinner.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Thu 11.30am-1am; Fri 11.30am-2am; Sat 12pm-2am; Sun 12pm-1am
Address
24, Mässans Gata, Gothenburg 412 51
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 750 8805
Restaurant Gabriel
Fish market restaurant
An inexpensive daytime-only seafood restaurant located upstairs in the
unusual surroundings of the historic Feskekôrka fish market hall,
Restaurant Gabriel is great for traditional Swedish open sandwiches and a
tempting buffet selection. Chefs make the most of the fine fresh fish and
shellfish on sale downstairs and gravadlax (marinated salmon) is a
particular speciality.
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Opening Hours
Tue-Thu 11am-5pm; Fri 11am-6pm; Sat 11am-1.30pm
Address
Feskekôrka, Gothenburg 411 20
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 139 051
Den Lilla Tavernan
Classic Greek choices
With a backdrop of live bouzouki music, Den Lilla Tavernan in Linné offers an
extensive menu with a good choice of vegetarian and children's options. All
the best-known dishes are available, ranging from moussaka and souvlaki to
stifado (stew) and dolmades (leaf-wrapped parcels) - a
tasty, informal and fun option for a meal that won't cost the earth.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Thu 5pm-11pm; Fri 4.30pm-12am; Sat 1pm-12am; Sun 1pm-10pm
Address
17, Olivedalsgatan, Gothenburg 413 10
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 128 805
Babar Restaurant and Bar
International budget choice
Babar Restaurant and Bar in the Avenyn district offers a range of Swedish
classics and international cuisine at very reasonable prices. The upstairs
bar is a popular after-work venue, packed with locals on Friday evenings.
Fish, meat, pasta and burgers all figure on a menu packed with classics.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm & 4pm-10pm (until 11pm Wed-Fri); Sat 5pm-11pm
Address
29, Kungsportsavenyn, Gothenburg 411 36
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 206 087
