The guide to affordable restaurants in Gothenburg

At Jinx Dynasty, you can indulge in maxed-out street food with flavours from Asia – or as the owners put it, “Bastardised Asian street food”. The menu includes bao buns, sandwiches, skewers, and small plates to enjoy alone or share with a friend. A craft beer on the side completes the experience.

Emanoel, who runs Benne, believes good food shouldn't cost the earth. He's spent several years in the kitchens of fine-dining restaurants, but finally decided that he wanted to focus on what he's passionate about: good food at low prices. Choose from classic Italian pasta dishes that you can enjoy with a clear conscience, without burning a hole in your wallet.

The team of friends behind Hasselsson has a passion for the West Coast's freshly caught fish and seafood. They turn the treasure of the seas into streetfood dishes such as fish & chips and burgers at reasonable prices. A couple of the spots focus on sandwiches, and they're seriously substantial ones at that.

Fortunately, love is free — otherwise the pricing at this place would be different. At Slice & Smash, they make chuck burgers and crispy pizzas with great care and passion, then serve them at an affordable price. Choose from classics and some more imaginative varieties such as “Ocean Vibes” and “Truffle Crunch”, to eat in, take away or order for delivery.

Drop by this Czech restaurant for a steaming bowl of goulash, schnitzel or fried cheese - all washed down with a foaming tankard of Czech beer. Gyllene Prag is something of a culinary institution and during the summer months you can enjoy the vibes al fresco on their popular outdoor dining area.

At The Flying Barrel, hearty pub grub is the order of the day, such as fish & chips, burgers, and cuts of meat. If you're looking to drink something too, check out the beer and whisky selection, as they're really good at that. You'll also get a friendly atmosphere thrown in.

Malmö is known as Sweden's top falafel city, but nowadays Gothenburg also has at least one really good falafel spot to brag about. Since opening in the winter of 2023, the citizens of Gothenburg have flocked to Falafel House on Värmlandsgatan, where they serve classic falafel, kebabs and shawarma for both lunch and dinner.

Ha Long Bay brings a taste of Asia to Lindsholmspiren and serves budget-friendly dishes from various cuisines. Enjoy Vietnamese classics as well as dishes from Thailand for lunch and dinner, all with a view of the water.

Pasta + has been providing the people of Gothenburg with Italian flavours at great prices for many years, since 1995, in fact. Slurp spaghetti, tuck into risotto, enjoy meat and fish, and fall in love with Italian wines at this restaurant that oozes Italian vibes, with red-checked tablecloths and a rust-brown tiled floor.

At Omami, Asian street food is served at wallet-friendly prices. The menu includes both smaller and larger dishes that can be ordered in small or regular sizes, inspired by Asian classics. Pick and choose from everything from baos to poké, noodle salads, and sushi.

Vietnam's national dish phở takes pride of place in this simple and cosy venue. The noodle soup consists of a broth that has been simmered for a long time to develop its deep flavour, and includes tasty additions such as beef, chicken or tofu, along with fresh herbs and vegetables. As well as phở, sushi and pokébowls are also listed on the menu.

Swedish Taco is run by two friends with a passion for food, people and tacos. They combine all these in their taco restaurant, where they serve bowls, burritos and tacos with both classic and exciting flavours for both lunch and dinner.  

Every component of the burger is important at Diné, from the meat that's ground on site every day to the homemade sauces. It took them ten years to master the art of the burger, and now you can enjoy the results in the form of both classic and exciting flavour combinations.

If you're craving Mexican flavours and rhythms, head to Salsa & Salsa in Vasa. Street food and grilled dishes have been served since 2016. The restaurant works equally well for a few tacos as for a cosy family meal or a fun evening out with friends.

For many years, hungry and chilly guests have been warming themselves with Greek flavours at Alexandra's Greek Soup Kitchen in Saluhallen market hall. The specialty here is soups, including the classic lentil soup fadi and goulash.