Must-see restaurants in Skåne

  • Namu

    Malmö

    Brainchild of Masterchef Sweden winner Jennie Walldén, Namu (meaning 'tree') serves up artfully prepared Korean dishes adapted according to the…

  • Skanörs Fiskrögeri

    Skåne

    By the harbour, this marine-chic restaurant is a must for seafood lovers, as its harbourside location and white smokehouse chimneys attest. The fish soup…

  • St Jakobs Stenugnsbageri

    Lund

    Mouth-watering is the only way to describe the selection of stone-baked breads, knotted cardamom rolls, melt-in-your-mouth coconut-lemon towers and crisp…

  • Johan P

    Malmö

    Old-timer Johan P continues to enthral diners with its fresh-off-the-boat seafood. Choose your fishy favourite from the market-style counter out back or…

  • Saltimporten Canteen

    Malmö

    This wonderfully minimalist open canteen housed in the old Salt Importing Warehouse, now a haven of creative and design offices, has polished concrete…

  • Sandskogens Värdshus

    Skåne

    Under the tutelage of one of Sweden's most highly regarded chefs, Daniel Müllern, this restaurant serves up exquisite five-course dinners served in an…

  • Mat & Destillat

    Lund

    This high-end experimental kitchen and cocktail bar is turning heads on the Scanian culinary circuit for its artful, inventive locavore dishes offering…

  • Surf Shack

    Malmö

    Enjoy a surfing-dude theme and a menu of top-range burgers, including a vegie option of tofu and black beans, 'no roll' (wrapped in lettuce) and healthy…

  • Gärdens Café & Vedugn

    Skåne

    Head for the outside terrace with its mini maze, riot of flowers and pretty tiled tables. A former cafe (the cinnamon rolls still sell out fast), the thin…

  • Flickorna Lundgren På Skäret

    Skåne

    Signposted off the main road between Arild and Jonstorp, this is a huge, justifiably famous cafe in a gorgeous garden setting. Grab a large plate of…

  • Eatery Social Taqueria

    Malmö

    This fun, boutique taqueria belonging to Swedish celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson's stable serves the best Tex-Mex small plates you'll get this side of…

  • Govindas

    Lund

    In a quiet, leafy cobbled courtyard, vegetarian Govindas is a hit with kronor-conscious students and anyone craving a spicy curry and cool raita. Much of…

  • Crêperiet

    Lund

    This laid-back stop, with its handful of tables and stripped-back decor, produces superb galettes with an imaginative combo of ingredients including…

  • Atmosfär

    Malmö

    A polished neighbourhood bistro with outdoor tables in the warmer months, Atmosfär serves good-value, flavourful combinations such as red cabbage with…

  • Gattostretto

    Lund

    Located over medieval ruins and co-run by an affable Roman chef, this breezy cafe-restaurant serves a tasty slice of dolce vita. Guzzle down proper…

  • Malmstens Fisk & Köj

    Lund

    Locals swear the seafood here is the best in town. Tucked into a classy corner in the gourmet market, the menu is reassuringly brief, depending on what is…

  • Mrs Brown

    Malmö

    Flanking Davidshallstorg square, demure, retro Mrs Brown is the kind of neighbourhood bistro-bar you dream will open up near you. The open kitchen uses…

  • Store Thor

    Skåne

    Described as one of Ystad’s best restaurants by Kurt Wallander in the movie Täckmanteln, Store Thor occupies the monastic arched cellar of the old town…

  • Mrs Saigon

    Malmö

    Famed for her superb signature rice-noodle soup spiced with coriander, onion, basil and lime and served with chicken, beef or tofu, Mrs Saigon does her…

  • Årstiderna i Kockska Huset

    Malmö

    This top-notch restaurant serves meals in the vaults beneath Kockska Huset. Food is up-scale Swedish and the atmosphere is classic with crisp-white…

  • Da Aldo

    Skåne

    Calabrian expat Aldo makes sublime gelato here on Skanör's main street using strictly Italian ingredients and no added egg, cream or butter. Lunch options…

  • Salt & Brygga

    Malmö

    With an enviable view overlooking the Öresund bridge and the small harbour, this stylish slow-food restaurant presents updated Swedish cuisine with a…

  • Host Morten

    Skåne

    Plunge into that Henning Mankell novel at this fabulous cafe – serving light meals such as filled baked potatoes, focaccias and piled-high salads – or…

  • Klostergatans Vin & Delikatess

    Lund

    A French-style wine bar and delicatessen, ideal for a quick bite or for a longer meal, complete with crisp white tablecloths and a glass of the house wine…

  • Slottsträdgårdens Kafé

    Malmö

    There is no better way to enjoy summertime Malmö than to settle down under a white umbrella at this quaint cafe, tucked in the middle of the…

  • La Finestra Italiana

    Skåne

    Look for the yellow awning and head for the outside terrace (weather permitting), as the interior space is bar-stool style and you may be elbowed into a…

  • Izakaya Koi

    Malmö

    On heaving Lilla Torget, Koi attracts crowds with excellent cocktails, sushi and other Asian-inspired nibbles. You’ll find Malmö’s trendsetters in the…

  • Conditori Duvander

    Skåne

    This historic restaurant and patisserie has a belle-époque feel with its marble columns, arched windows, potted palms and classic tilework. Equally…

  • Bryggeriet

    Skåne

    Unique Bryggeriet is a relaxed meat-leaning restaurant-pub in an old brewery. The courtyard is an excellent spot to linger over a well-cooked meal and…

  • Falafel No 1

    Malmö

    Malmö residents are so fond of felafel that it even features in songs by local rapper Timbuktu. Falafel No 1 (also known as the Orient House) is a long…

  • Upperllerner

    Skåne

    A brick-clad dining space combined with subtle lighting creates a soothing rustic ambience for enjoying mainly meat and fish dishes, including classics…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

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