Gothenburg's hottest restaurants

With 27 spectacular floors, Jacy'z is a proper "go-to-place" in Gothenburg. This playful resort is full of restaurants and bars in glamorous Art Deco style. Eat American classics from morning until evening at Archie's, stop by for lunch at Gaby's, or admire the view from the Asian rooftop bar Gogogaga on the 27th floor. 

Swedish-Australian couple Anna and Cameron Irving run the show at this ambitious restaurant. While Anna is in charge of drinks, Cameron takes care of the food and this set-up, along with top-notch service, has been so successful that they've been awarded a Michelin star. Every detail is carefully thought-through and their unique dishes are a whole process - their bread, for example, takes five days to bake.

Ma Cuisine may have been at the same address for more than 20 years, with a loyal group of regulars, but they still manage to remain relevant and draw in new guests. Swedish produce in season steers the menu, while the cooking is classic French. Whether you come by for a cocktail, lunch or evening out with dinner you can count on a complete experience with ambitious service and flavours. 

An unpretentious passion for food and high ambitions characterise Brasserie Lavette, where you can enjoy a French menu that includes whole grilled fish, spankingly fresh seafood and smash burgers. Come by this rustic yet modern brasserie for a drink, a slap-up dinner, or why not treat yourself to weekend brunch?

Eight floors up in the Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel, Mei Rose takes you on a fast-paced flavour journey through Hong Kong, with a view of Gothenburg's skyline. The menu consists of Chinese small dishes to share with your table, and for a truly authentic experience you can try the "baijiu flight", where you're served three samples of the Chinese spirit, baijiu.

Forget you're in Gothenburg at Chicca Belloni – the team here would rather take you on a sensory journey to a sunny day by the Mediterranean. Here, simplicity is the watchword when it comes to both the menu and the atmosphere, so settle down with a glass of wine and some snacks, or go all-in with an Italian style family dinner.

If you're in the mood to sip cocktails and eat dinner up above the rooftops with views over the river, head to Above, Scandic Göteborg Central's rooftop bar. The fourteenth floor takes inspiration from Miami and the Caribbean and there's great music and a relaxed atmosphere. Sit indoors or out.

A pig-shaped disco ball is not something you come across every day, but that's exactly what you'll find glittering on the ceiling of Suggan. In addition to wines in all colours and types, this charming wine bar also serves a lively menu of small and medium dishes that's updated regularly. And the atmosphere? A relaxed living room filled with all your best pals.

Are you passionate about natural wine and trying new flavour combinations? Or are you just longing for the charm and vibrancy of Italy? Then Bar Centro could be just the spot for you. This trendy little Italian is as much a coffee bar as it is a lunch and dinner spot. Come here for a steaming hot espresso, warming risotto or a couple of small dishes and wine. From time to time they have guest performances in both the bar and the kitchen.

Toso has been around for some time now and they've managed to pull off the major trick of remaining as relevant and exciting now as when they first opened. This Pan-Asian restaurant on Götaplatsen is usually packed and it's a good idea to book well in advance. The kitchen works with local ingredients and Asian flavours, a fusion concept they pull off extremely well.

“Tasty grub and great wines” – that's the name of the game at Epoque, which is run by the same people as Publik in Lysekil. They've created a second living room here where you can drop by for a glass of wine in the bar, a few snacks, a main course or a whole set menu made with top quality ingredients and accompanied by a wine package. Make yourself at home among white tiles, shelves full of wine bottles and personal art. 

Delicious food, beer and wine are the cornerstones of Micmatbar, located behind a big green door on Storgatan. The menu changes frequently, but always includes a variety of snacks and small dishes that are perfect for sharing with your table. Quiz nights, visits from winemakers and tasting sessions are just a few of the fun activities that take place here.

While Mugwort's BBQ Shack eagerly awaits the opening of its own restaurant in Slakthuset, they've joined forces with Spike Brewery. The barbecuing will have to wait until the new premises, for now they serve tasty street food paired with beer from the brewery

The gang behind the old Peacock dinner club have opened a new dinner club with modern Asian influences in the heart of Avenyn. Cheri-Lee serves food and cocktails against a backdrop of flowery sofas, painting-packed walls and a great atmosphere. Gather your friends for a weekend brunch or stay on after dinner to party the night away.

New Nordic cooking is the order of the day at Human - ie. Nordic flavours and local ingredients in season. These are transformed into luxurious multi-course tasting menus, a slightly shorter version at lunchtime and a longer one at dinner. But despite the kitchen's lofty ambitions, this is far from being a stiff establishment with snooty rules – on the contrary, it's a relaxed and personal place to enjoy good food and drinks.

Valentinas, which first opened in Lilla Bommen, can now also be found in equally elegant and comfortable surroundings in Kallebäck. Come by for a relaxed lunch or a post-work drink or glass of wine with French vibes.

At Bar Palavas, the concept is as simple as it's popular: small dishes made with ingredients from local producers and growers, carefully selected wines and beers from local microbreweries. Flavours are Swedish-French and the restaurant's run by co-owners Viktor, Hugo and Christian, who have known each other since their teens and who got the inspiration for the pub on a trip to Palavas-les-flots in the south of France.

The chefs at Levantine take guests on a flavour journey to Paris, with French favourites such as bouillabaisse and moules marinières on the menu. Food can be perfectly paired with selected French wines and you can also visit the bar for a fabulous cocktail. Or why not take your cocktail outside and enjoy it with a game of boules in the lilac arbor. 

Comfort food in the form of homemade filled pasta accompanied by really good wine is the order of the day at Faccia Grassa. They aim to be an unpretentious space that doesn't compromise on culinary ambition. As well as pasta, they serve Italian snacks, small dishes and desserts.

Boulebar isn't just a popular summer hangout, it also draws in foodie guests with its French food and drinks. Eat rustic classics à la southern France, and enjoy brunch dishes and a dessert buffet at the weekend. Don't miss trying the classic boules drink, pastis, for a true southern French experience.  

A bright star in the restaurant sky shines in the heart of Majorna. Diket is run by three experienced chefs, and the menu is based around what they consider to be the most exciting produce around at the time. Wine is served on tap and by the bottle. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming and casual; book in a major celebration and order the entire menu or drop by for a relaxed weekday dinner.

Drop by The Parlour on Avenyn for an unparalleled flavour experience. The kitchen conjures up exciting Japanese/Peruvian fusion dishes - a cuisine known as Nikkei - and you can choose from dishes such as ceviches, tacos, spring rolls, dumplings and raw food, ideal for sharing with your table. The cocktail lounge serves perfectly blended cocktails that reflect the place's cosmopolitan vibe.

Biljardpalatset's restaurant BP Brasserie has a menu filled with Mediterranean favourites. You'll find popular dishes such moules and bouillabaisse. If you appreciate fine wines you can pick and choose from 220 unique kinds from Biljardpalatset's wine cellar, and if you prefer beer there's a wide selection to choose from. Come by with friends, family or colleagues and enjoy a delightful dinner experience, along with an exciting game of billiards or shuffleboard.

This little wine bar in Vasa has become something of an institution among Gothenburg's gourmets. The team here are extremely knowledgeable about both food and wine and the wine selection includes unique wines that you won't find anywhere else. 

Asian flavours with a contemporary twist are the order of the day at popular OGBG. Velvet sofas and modern murals give the restaurant an international buzz. According to The Rooftop Guide the bar, TaKeT, with its panoramic views over the entrance to Gothenburg harbour, is the best roofbar in the world.

Kaifo serves up Asian ”happy fusion", a lively bar scene, live music from DJs and a menu packed with raw and grilled snacks and medium-sized dishes for sharing with the table. The spectacular two-floor restaurant has plenty of space for laid-back drinks at the bar or slap-up meals in the dining room. The cocktail bar mixes up a storm - how about one of their many gin & tonic combos, for example?

Mitt på Avenyn ligger Italienflirtande Ristorante Bellora, restaurangen som ger känslan av att ha hamnat på ett italienskt hotell på 50-talet. Grönskande växter slingrar sig runt de snirkliga trappräckena och pastan görs från grunden i köket intill. 2016 utsågs Belloras takterrass, Cielo Rooftop Bar, till en av världens fem bästa rooftop bars av hotels.com, något som tillsammans med den magiska Göteborgsutsikten kan ha bidragit till hypen.

At Hasselssons, the concept is fast food from the sea, in the form of dishes like fish 'n' chips and fish burgers. Naturally, everything is made with fresh ingredients straight from the sea and the food is served faster than you can say "catch of the day".

"A very serious restaurant and future wine bar" - that's how Poppy describes herself, and at the moment the restaurant is fully committed to serving excellent lunches. The weekly menu is updated on Instagram, where they list one meat dish, one with fish and one veggie. If you want to splurge, you can add a starter or dessert, or opt for the three-course offer with any main course.

The common denominator here is Mexican: everything you eat is either inspired by the food the chefs' grandmothers once made, the street food they like eating in Mexico, Mexican party food, or just tasty, authentic Mexican food with influences from all over the country. Pair with complementary drinks and take in the atmosphere and pared-back decor. 

The emphasis is on sustainability at this well-respected restaurant. The entire menu is traceable and made from locally-produced ingredients, while techniques are taken from Japanese cuisine. The menu includes sushi, sashimi and steak tartare made from organic ingredients from the West Coast. Luxurious, minimalist interiors mirror the culinary theme.

This creative restaurant in the Riverside Hotel boasts waterfront views over the Göta älv river. This slightly quirky hotel restaurant has been lauded for its rich, detailed design and it's a perennially popular watering hole for anyone looking for exciting flavour combinations. The menu mixes and matches flavours from all over the world in innovative dishes, using seasonal ingredients. Pair your food with one of Cuckoo's own cocktails. 

Gurras is run by award-winning chef Gustav Trägårdh, who has created a menu filled with the restaurant's own interpretation of internationally-inspired streetfood dishes. Compose your own menu from a choice of starters, main courses and desserts, or drop by for a few snacks and a cocktail. 

Up on the fourth floor of the famous Hotel Pigalle is the hotel restaurant, Atelier. Velvet banquettes and chandeliers create a feeling of turn-of-the-last-century Parisian decadence. The cocktail list follows the same theme and the kitchen also takes its inspiration from France, although the ingredients they use come from local producers.

Restaurang Natur places a great emphasis on all parts of the restaurant experience, from the charming decor and service to the well-composed dishes and exciting natural wines. Ingredients take centre stage here, carefully selected based on the season and the chefs' mood. The kitchen enjoys great artistic freedom, which attracts both regulars and new guests.

The panoramic restaurant Heaven 23 opened in 2001, and they describe themselves as a timeless classic in constant change. The menu is mostly European, but flavour influences are drawn from global cuisines to create a seasonal combination that pairs with carefully selected wines and artisanal cocktails from the bar.

Oizo in Kålltorp go all-in on all the things they like the most - pizza, natural wine and locally-brewed beer. Don't miss Oizo's Detroit-style pan pizza either. Spontaneous visits are encouraged and drop-in is the name of the game here. When the weather allows, the sun-drenched alfresco dining area is the place to be.

Familjen's welcoming glow has made it a second living room for many regulars and it's an easy place to drop into whether you're after a drink, something simple to eat or a three-course gourmet meal. Simple is best, is the kitchen's motto. The Michelin Guide agrees, awarding Familjen their Bib Gourmand award for excellent food at reasonable prices. 

At Gabriel Melim Anderson and Emil Bielke's playful restaurant on Norra Hamngatan, ambitious tasting menus and carefully composed drinks packages are the name of the game. If you prefer to create your own menu, there's also a West Coast-orientated à la carte to choose from. The restaurant has a neo-bistro style and includes no fewer than two outdoor seating areas, one of which can be found in a beautiful courtyard.

Rollin Bistros Backyard serves up nice vibes, plenty of places to sit and varied cuisine in industrial surroundings. Choose from Asian food and drink in the Japanese beer hall, creative cocktails in the bar or streetfood dishes in the restaurant. A friendly hangout that works as well for lunch or dinner as a post-work drink.

If you fancy mingling with international visitors and admiring the view over the Göta Älv river, don't miss the restaurant at the Quality Hotel Waterfront. The building used to be a brewery and you can meet up these days over both food and a wide selection of porters and other beers.

Joe Farelli's is a classic watering hole on Avenyn which has maintained the same high standard for many years. Entering the restaurant is like stepping into a miniature version of Little Italy, with red-and-white checked tablecloths, pastel leather booths and black and white photographs on the walls. The menu is full of Italian-American favourites and the cocktail bar serves up drinks in a buzzy atmosphere. 

Relive the fun of youth at the youth centre, but in a more adult setting, at Slice. Ping pong combines with food and drinks in nightclub-like surroundings. Just gather your friends for a full evening of ping pong, freshly baked pizza slices, and well-shaken cocktails at the bar. You can also book a private ping pong room for festive occasions such as birthday parties, hen dos, and stag dos.

Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse opened its doors in 2016 in Gothenburg and now has two restaurants in the city. Come for an authentic taste experience with an emphasis on Argentine beef from the grill and selected Argentine wines to accompany your meal.

American street food, a wide selection of drinks, and a cool vibe are the order of the day at MG5, named after its address - Magasinsgatan 5. The restaurant spans two cosy floors, with red walls and details that reflect their love of rock & roll. The food menu features hearty dishes such as burgers, ribs, and fried chicken.

If you ask a local gamer where they like to socialise, eat, and play with old and new friends, the answer is most likely Kappa Bar on Rosenlundsgatan. Each table is equipped with a Nintendo Switch or Playstation console with a variety of games to choose from, and the menu is filled with various street food dishes such as burgers and pizza.

Fire plays a starring role at Totale - all dishes are prepared here over an open fire or in a wood-fired oven. In terms of taste, Italy is the lodestar, but ingredients are local. With a wonderfully loud, buzzy atmosphere, the restaurant has become something of a living room where relaxed hanging out combines with gastronomic experiences.

If this pizza and wine bar in Haga has escaped your attention, it won't be long until you dragged there by friends or family. Bar Minimal was founded by a team of passionate pizza enthusiasts who also love wine. The menu is updated regularly with whatever flavours take their fancy, and the same goes for the wine selection.

Head chef Stefan Stenbom, together with star chef Ulf Wagner, has created the menu at Gothenburg City Theatre's in-house restaurant, Tiljan. Classic dishes take centre stage here, such as posh fish pie and Toast Skagen. Come by for a simple supper or a full three-course meal, or why not combine your theatre visit with a meal before the performance.

You'll find Noot Nordik Kitchen inside the Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, serving traditional Scandinavian dishes with its own modern touch. The menu includes meatballs made from wild boar, among other things. The restaurant is elegantly decorated in Scandinavian minimalist style with blonde wood and green plants.

If you're in the mood for jazz, Unity is the place to come. The jazz club, which used to be a travelling members' club, has now moved into Kale'i's former premises and opened up to anyone who wants to listen to some groovy jazz. Cheese fondue, whisky and jam nights are just a few of the delights on their events calendar.