The guide to Gothenburg's best Italian restaurants

This intimate little restaurant serves modern, seasonal Italian food in simple, rustic surroundings. They serve an extensive range of Italian wines and restaurateurs Alessio Fioriniello and Enzo Sforza are responsible for the beautifully presented food.

Enoteca Maglia calls its food Italian-inspired, with a menu that's updated almost daily. Choose from smaller and larger dishes, charcuterie, as well as pasta and other delights with Italian flavours. The restaurant is run by Robert Maglia, who also ensures that the wine selection is appealing.

Trendy Bellora doesn't just boast an atmosphere that oozes "la dolce vita" vibes, this combined hotel/restaurant also serves up a menu consisting of their famous sourdough pizzas and pasta dishes. During the summer months their rooftop bar Cielo is the place to sit and enjoy an Aperol Spritz.

The menu here changes regularly and the restaurant's wine list, which is written up on the chalkboard by hand, consists of selected wines from all over Italy. Enjoy homemade pasta, creamy risotto and, should you fancy it, a Strega with your espresso. Why not buy something from the takeaway menu to take home with you? If you're looking for an elegant Italian restaurant, this is the place to go.

Innovative dishes with an Italian touch are the order of the day here. The premises, which are relatively small, include a few outdoor tables. The menu, which alters according to what ingredients are available in season, can be accompanied by a range of different natural wines.

Sink down into a leather sofa and eat authentic Italian food at this wine-scented restaurant with a laid-back atmosphere. Perfect for families and romantic couples alike, or for anyone wanting to hold a private dinner in the wine cellar. The dark-green marble bar counter is the perfect spot to sit and enjoy some good food and wine.

On Södra vägen, the Italian restaurant Pasta + has been around for 30 years, which says a lot about the standard they maintain. As the name suggests, pasta is their specialty, and the menu features a variety of different options. Start your meal with a glass of prosecco before you dig into penne sorrentina or spaghetti primavera, to name just a couple. The knowledgeable staff are happy to assist in pairing your meal with Italian wines.

If you make a little detour off Avenyn you'll soon find yourself at Enoteca Sassi. Primo Pellegrino (the best name in the world?) serves up tasty antipasti, among other Italian treats, and everything can be perfectly paired with Italian wines. Sassi is also an excellent spot to drop by for a glass of wine - you can try wines here from each of Italy's different regions.

Why complicate things? Chicca Belloni serves up ambitious food, but in an unpretentious way. Enjoy traditional Italian dishes such as antipasti, pasta, and pizza in vibrant bar surroundings. Many of the dishes on the menu are vegetarian and if you want something tasty to drink, Italian wine and cocktails are available. 

At Dubbelhakan, they take plenty of inspiration from Italian cuisine, while daring to put their own spin on the menu. The focus is on Neapolitan pizza made in the traditional way, before being topped with innovative flavours. There are also small plates, cheeses, and charcuterie available if you want to complement your meal with something light. Anyone who wants to drink wine can choose from both classic varieties and natural wines from small producers.

The chefs at Bongo Bar make the food they most enjoy - which happen to be delicacies from Italian cuisine. Compose your own menu from the à la carte, which lists various Italian classics such as pasta, grilled meat and antipasti. During happy hour, cocktails and a slice of pizza eaten with your fingers is the order of the day.

Totale serves the kitchen's own interpretations of Italian classics, cooked with local ingredients. The menu consists of snacks, mid-size dishes, pizza and a couple of desserts, perfect for ordering several different dishes and sharing with the table. There's a cosy, relaxed living room feel with a social atmosphere.

Aldardo serves a lively menu of classic Italian home-cooked dishes such as lasagna, carbonara, and risotto. As well as satisfying your hunger, you can buy some delicious items from the restaurant's shop, or simply drop by for a glass of Italian wine.

At Robb, you can drop by for a spontaneous dinner with Neapolitan pizza, snacks, and a glass of good wine. As well as a couple of signature pizzas, the menu is regularly expanded with a guest pizza. If you can't get enough of this Italian favourite (who can?), you can treat yourself to a dessert pizza to finish off.

A short boat or bus journey from the city centre and you'll find yourself in this Italian colony in the heart of Gothenburg's new neighbourhood, Sannegårdshamnen. The Reggiani brothers and their team run the show here, filling the restaurant with warmth, a passion for food and a sociable bar scene.

Simplicity is the order of the day at Centrale. They serve Italian-style homecooking, made from carefully selected ingredients in season. The menu includes classics such as tartar di vitelli, various pasta dishes, risotto and meat and fish dsihes. If you still have room, you can round off your dinner with tiramisu. Centrale also has an extensive wine list, with wines from all over Italy.

Italy aficionados in Gothenburg head down Magasingatan to Magazzino. This classic Italian uses top-quality D.O.P certified Italian ingredients wherever possible. Try their linguine and you'll understand why. Don't forget to round off your meal with an authentic tiramisu.

Is a lively food bar, flowing wine and rustic pasta dishes your vibe? Then chances are you'll feel right at home at Faccia Grassa. The focus here is on homemade pasta pillows, alongside a variety of Italian small dishes, a few main courses, and dolci to complete a relatively small but ambitious menu. Visit for after-work drinks, hanging out with friends, or a relaxed date.

Everyone should have an Italian granny like this one, who serves up authentic primi, secondi and dolce. This particular grandma believes dishes should be shared, family-style, so they come on large platters that make it easy to do just that. Try their rotolo - fresh pasta rolls filled with ricotta and spinach.

An ambitious Italian restaurant that attracts all types of guests to enjoy lunch, dinner, or a happy hour drink. The menu offers two to three antipasti alongside a selection of main courses - quality over quantity, so to speak. The restaurant also hosts regular wine tastings. Don't miss the cosy outdoor seating area during the summer.

As the name suggests, this restaurant in Linné focuses on pizza of the Neapolitan kind. They're served steaming hot from the wood-fired oven, topped with traditional ingredients such as tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, salsiccia, and basil. Get a takeaway if you want to take a little piece of Italy home.