The guide to Gothenburg's best brunch

On the first floor of the Clarion Hotel Post, in Gothenburg's former post office building, Norda is one of the coolest places to hang out at the weekend. The award-winning brunch menu includes savoury, sweet, crispy, meaty and vegetarian or vegan options. Accompany with a perfectly mixed cocktail, a glass of fizz or wine. Saturdays have a party atmosphere with a DJ, while Sundays are set to slightly more laid back music.

Round off the week at this stylish bistro at the Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel. They lay out an extensive brunch buffet every weekend with everything from waffles and mini burgers to bagels, juices and salads. The restaurant is handily located a short walk from Drottningtorget and the central train station.

You don't need to be staying at Jacy'z to eat brunch at this glamorous city resort. Get stuck into an buffet with everything from hamburgers to oysters at the hotel restaurant Archie's. On Saturdays, brunch has a party vibe, while on Sundays it's a more chilled affair.

At the top of Hotel Pigalle is Restaurant Atelier, where you can enjoy a brunch with sharing plates, main courses and desserts at weekends. Why not get dressed up in that makes you feel good and start your weekend with a cold glass of champagne, and let yourself be seduced by the lush surroundings.

Lifestyle restaurant Coco Orangerie in Linné serves classic brunch favourites such as Eggs Benedict, avocado on toast, pancakes and bowls. The brunch menu consists of medium-sized dishes that are ideal for sharing with your table but you can also order a whole brunch package with selected dishes.

Skanshof is the kind of place where you can always expect a lovely atmosphere with good vibes, whether it's for after-work drinks, dinner or brunch. If you're craving the latter, you should come here on a Saturday when the menu expands with a couple of true brunch classics as well as a brunch set menu. You can also order from the regular à la carte – perfect if you want to start with an oyster or two. 

Café Gazette, one of Zamenhof's three restaurants, all under the same roof, is a place to hang out all day long. On Saturdays, they serve a substantial brunch. Brunch dishes are ordered from the à la carte menu which includes modern brunch classics such as Eggs Benedict.

In the heart of Majorna, you'll find this relaxed neighbourhood bistro that offers bistro dishes and organic wines. At weekends, Ilse Krog transforms into a delightful brunch spot with classic brunch dishes and equally classic brunch drinks to round off the week.

Friggagatan's homely neighbourhood pub turns into a popular spot for brunch-loving residents of Gothenburg to socialise over the weekend. American pancakes, hearty sandwiches, and a full menu of burgers are just a few of their brunch offerings. If you're in the mood, food can be paired with a carefully selected German or Belgian beer.

Heurlins consists of two parts, a streetfood-inspired bistro and a sugary-sweet café, which is reflected in the way they serve brunch. The price for brunch includes two savoury dishes, such as omelettes, croissants, fish & chips, and caesar salad, as well as a well-stocked dessert buffet. Coffee and tea are included.

Brunchoteket offers a colourful brunch with plenty of vegetarian options every day. The à la carte menu includes avocado sandwiches, American pancakes and eggs Benedict. During the summer months you can eat brunch al fresco on Brunchoteket's large outdoor area with views over Linnégatan.

Neighbourhood restaurant Enoteca Maglia invites you to a brunch that combines classic dishes and Italian favourites. At the same time, they celebrate the weekend with a good price on bubbles.

DINÉ are perhaps best known for their handcrafted burgers, but on weekends they expand their offering when they serve brunch at their Linné branch. The menu features everything from sweet and savoury pancakes to egg dishes, toasted sourdough sandwiches, brunch cocktails, and decadent shakes. If it's burgers that you're really craving, you can of course order them as well. 

It's not all about boules at Boulebar - you can also fill your belly with delicious French delicacies. Their brunch includes everything from croissants and French cheeses to meat and vegetarian dishes and crème brûlée. If you want to give your weekend even more of a French, festive touch, why not order some champagne? Naturally, a round of boules is included with brunch.

Walking into this popular breakfast and brunch café is a little like travelling back in time. The decor oozes Fifties American vibes and fluffy pancakes, bagels and crispy bacon are the order of the day. During the summer months you can sit outside and watch the cyclists and laid-back Linné locals go by.

Eggs Benedict and avocado toast are just a few of the dishes Brasserie Lavette serves at their weekend brunches. Or why not luxe it up with oysters and champagne? This cosy brasserie is an ideal place to sit for a while and enjoy the weekend.

In the heart of Avenyn, Cheri-Lee invites you to a fun omakase brunch on Saturdays, with a DJ setting the mood. The brunch features plenty of delicious food, pitchers of mimosa, cocktails, and a great atmosphere that sets the tone for the weekend. Sushi is served omakase style and you can help yourself to as much sushi as you like. After that, hot and cold dishes are served to the table, before it's time for desserts. So gather your favourites and kick off the weekend in the best way!

The brunch concept Kulting, which is part of Suggan Wine Bar, serves brunch in both large and small formats. Treat yourself to a full brunch plate or just a bowl of porridge, along with a glass of bubbly or orange juice.

With limestone white walls and deep blue interiors, this café and bar transports you to a cosy tavern on an island somewhere in the Greek archipelago. As the name suggests, brunch takes centre stage at Blue Brunch and Bar, with Insta-friendly creations such as waffles and pancakes with both sweet and savoury toppings, mammoth sandwiches and egg dishes. You can also relax with a cup of excellent coffee, or party it up with a cocktail at the bar. Difficult to get a dog sitter on the weekend? No problem, even four-legged friends are welcome here.

At Me & the Goat, all treats are baked on site in the café, and the selection varies according to the best ingredients in season. On weekdays, you can come for a breakfast package that includes a filled croissant, whipped Turkish yogurt with berry compote and granola, and other goodies. At the weekend, a hearty brunch buffet is laid out with different kinds of bread, cheeses, fruit, yoghurt, a large plant-based selection and also a couple of home-baked sweets and pastries.

Enjoy a Sydney-inspired brunch party every weekend at Breakfast Society at Burgersson. The menu includes everything from American pancakes and Eggs Royale to shakshuka and various kinds of burgers. Plenty of the dishes can be made free of gluten, lactose and animal products. In summer, the outdoor dining area is the perfect spot for a lovely weekend hangout.

Since opening in 1984, Fröken Olsson has held a special place in the hearts of Gothenburgers. The place is open almost every day of the year, and every weekend it lays out a brunch buffet that's as generous as it is affordable, with freshly-baked sourdough bread, fresh fruit, cheeses, juice and home-baked cakes. It often gets full quickly, so aim to get here in good time, not least if you want to bag one of the coveted seats in the cosy courtyard.

Anyone who has ever visited New York knows that the fresh bagels you find there are something very special. In the absence of a Swedish equivalent, American Elizabeth Rubin started this bagel café where she serves authentic New York bagels just a stone's throw from Avenyn. Whatever your tastes, you're guaranteed to find something yummy on the menu, which includes everything from the classic cream cheese bagel to variants with smoked salmon, egg salad or turkey. All served in grand surroundings with authentic big city vibes.

The neighbourhood restaurant INTE on Linnégatan is run by the owners of Tizne and Koizen. Every Sunday, they serve a brunch menu where you can choose five dishes to create your own brunch. Choose from sweet treats and hearty savoury options.