The guide to Gothenburg's best lunch restaurants

The guide to Gothenburg's best lunch restaurants

Finding the perfect restaurant for a business lunch, or a great spot for a daytime date over some food, isn't always that simple. The lunchtime jungle can be hard to traverse, particularly if you're just visiting Gothenburg, and to help you on your way we've listed Gothenburg's best lunch restaurants in one handy guide. We include both classic restaurants and fresh newcomers, modern cuisine and traditional homecooking; the common denominator is that all these places serve a great lunch in Gothenburg.

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  1. Where to eat lunch in Gothenburg
    1. 1
      Brisket & Friends Texas BBQ
    2. 2
      Södra Larm Swedish classics with French flair
    3. 3
      Rollin Bistros Streetfood from all over the world
    4. 4
      Jacy'z American classics all day
    5. 5
      Bellora Italian on Avenyn
    6. 6
      Beets Colourful healthfood bombs
    7. 7
      The Golden Days Top-notch pub grub
    8. 8
      Pigalle International cuisine with Swedish ingredients
    9. 9
      Hasselssons Matlucka Street food from the sea
    10. 10
      Koie Ramen Classic ramen
    11. 11
      Kalle Glader Rustic European dishes
    12. 12
      Hovås Kallbadhus Lunch by the sea
    13. 13
      Norda Lunch at the old post office
    14. 14
      Ma Cuisine French bistro lunch
    15. 15
      Valentinas French and snug
    16. 16
      Posidonas A Greek lunch journey Sponsored
    17. 17
      Bongo Bar Healthy lunch in the city centre
    18. 18
      Human Long, luxury lunch
    19. 19
      Heaven 23 European style
    20. 20
      Bar Italia Authentic Italian
    21. 21
      Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Grilled meat
    22. 22
      Noot Scandinavian elegance
    23. 23
      Husette In creative surroundings
    24. 24
      Manfred's Brasserie Alpine vibes
    25. 25
      Tycho Continental Sponsored
    26. 26
      Bikt International flavours
    27. 27
      Mugwort's Grilled meat, American style
    28. 28
      The Old Beefeater Inn Lunch at the pub
    29. 29
      Papa Mastani Grill bistro with Swedish homecooking elements
    30. 30
      Dirty Records Vinyl and grub
    31. 31
      Bar Robusta Simple and Italian
    32. 32
      Kometen Classic
  2. Budget lunch
    1. 1
      Swedish Taco Tacos for all tastes
    2. 2
      MG5 Burgers all the way
    3. 3
      Star Bowling Lunch and an activity
    4. 4
      The Burger Lunch on Andra Långgatan
    5. 5
      Bombay Street Indian Flavours
    6. 6
      OGBG Asian in the harbour
    7. 7
      Slice Slice hatch
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      DINÉ Burgers made from scratch
    9. 9
      Bistro Allé Flavours from around the world Sponsored
    10. 10
      Dunder Döner Enjoy Turkish fastfood culture Sponsored
    11. 11
      Banh Mi Shop Vietnamese classics
    12. 12
      Campo Lunch at the arena Sponsored
  3. Café lunch
    1. 1
      Scandic Göteborg Central Light lunch in airy surroundings
    2. 2
      Kafé Kopps Food, drink and shuffleboard

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Where to eat lunch in Gothenburg

Brisket & Friends – Lunch restaurants
Brisket & Friends
Brisket & Friends – Lunch restaurants
Brisket & Friends
Brisket & Friends – Lunch restaurants
Brisket & Friends
Brisket & Friends – Lunch restaurants
Brisket & Friends
Brisket & Friends – Lunch restaurants
Brisket & Friends
Brisket & Friends – Lunch restaurants
Brisket & Friends
Brisket & Friends – Lunch restaurants
Brisket & Friends
Brisket & Friends – Lunch restaurants
Brisket & Friends
Brisket & Friends – Lunch restaurants
Brisket & Friends
Brisket & Friends – Lunch restaurants
Brisket & Friends
Brisket & Friends – Lunch restaurants
Brisket & Friends
Brisket & Friends – Lunch restaurants
Brisket & Friends

Brisket & Friends

Texas BBQ

At Brisket & Friends you can put together your own lunch tray from your choice of meat or vegetarian protein, along with hot and cold sides. Texas BBQ is the order of the day, and dishes include brisket, pulled pork, grilled sweetcorn dip and mac and cheese. You'll find the restaurant in industrial premises in beautiful Victoriagården.

  • Type of lunch: Barbecue
  • Price guide: Combo tray around 140 SEK
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro – Lunch restaurants
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro – Lunch restaurants
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro – Lunch restaurants
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro – Lunch restaurants
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro – Lunch restaurants
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro – Lunch restaurants
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro – Lunch restaurants
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro – Lunch restaurants
Södra Larm Bar & Bistro

Södra Larm

Swedish classics with French flair

Södra Larm Bar & Bistro is a popular hidden gem within Hotel Flora. They serve a classic bistro menu combining the best of French and Nordic cuisines in stylish Art Deco surroundings. At lunchtime they serve an à la carte menu, which includes bistro favourites such as steak tartare, as well as weekly lunch specials with meat, fish and vegetarian options.

  • Type of lunch: À la carte
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 160 SEK
Rollin Bistros Backyard – Lunch restaurants
Rollin Bistros Backyard
Rollin Bistros Backyard – Lunch restaurants
Rollin Bistros Backyard
Rollin Bistros Backyard – Lunch restaurants
Rollin Bistros Backyard
Rollin Bistros Backyard – Lunch restaurants
Rollin Bistros Backyard
Rollin Bistros Backyard – Lunch restaurants
Rollin Bistros Backyard
Rollin Bistros Backyard – Lunch restaurants
Rollin Bistros Backyard

Rollin Bistros

Streetfood from all over the world

The food at Rollin Bistros is inspired by travels all over the world, from Asia to America. The industrial-style building houses both a Japanese izakaya and international streetfood restaurant. The menu includes hamburgers and main courses made from seasonal ingredients.

  • Type of lunch: Street food
  • Price guide: Burgers around 135 SEK
Jacy'z Hotel & Resort – Lunch restaurants
Jacy'z Hotel & Resort
Gaby's – Lunch restaurants
Gaby's
Jacy'z Hotel & Resort – Lunch restaurants
Jacy'z Hotel & Resort
Archie's – Lunch restaurants
Archie's
Jacy'z Hotel & Resort – Lunch restaurants
Jacy'z Hotel & Resort
Jacy'z Hotel & Resort – Lunch restaurants
Jacy'z Hotel & Resort
Gaby's – Lunch restaurants
Gaby's
Jacy'z Hotel & Resort – Lunch restaurants
Jacy'z Hotel & Resort
Archie's – Lunch restaurants
Archie's
Jacy'z Hotel & Resort – Lunch restaurants
Jacy'z Hotel & Resort

Jacy'z

American classics all day

Stop by and eat lunch at this glamorous resort close to Gothenburg's big events venues. International influences combine at their American lunch restaurant Gaby's, and the hotel restaurant Archie's, which offers “all-day American dining”, with American classics for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. 

  • Type of lunch: International
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 135 SEK at Gaby's, around 165 SEK at Archie's 
Ristorante Bellora – Lunch restaurants
Ristorante Bellora
Ristorante Bellora – Lunch restaurants
Ristorante Bellora
Ristorante Bellora – Lunch restaurants
Ristorante Bellora
Ristorante Bellora – Lunch restaurants
Ristorante Bellora
Ristorante Bellora – Lunch restaurants
Ristorante Bellora
Ristorante Bellora – Lunch restaurants
Ristorante Bellora

Bellora

Italian on Avenyn

Inside the Hotel Bellora on the middle of Gothenburg's main boulevard, Avenyn, this ristorante serves Italian flavours at both lunch and dinner. Stop by and eat Italian classics which vary from day to day. The menu also includes a weekly pasta and pizza dish. 

  • Type of lunch: Daily lunch special, à la carte
  • Price: Meat around 105 SEK, fish around 115 SEK (incl. salad, bread and coffee)
Beets Salladsbar – Lunch restaurants
Beets Salladsbar
Beets Salladsbar – Lunch restaurants
Beets Salladsbar
Beets Salladsbar – Lunch restaurants
Beets Salladsbar
Beets Salladsbar – Lunch restaurants
Beets Salladsbar
Beets Salladsbar – Lunch restaurants
Beets Salladsbar
Beets Salladsbar – Lunch restaurants
Beets Salladsbar
Beets Salladsbar – Lunch restaurants
Beets Salladsbar
Beets Salladsbar – Lunch restaurants
Beets Salladsbar
Beets Salladsbar – Lunch restaurants
Beets Salladsbar
Beets Salladsbar – Lunch restaurants
Beets Salladsbar

Beets

Colourful healthfood bombs

Fresh, colourful salads to suit all tastes are the order of the day at Beets salad bar in central Gothenburg. The menu lists several different options, all of which are equally nutritious and flavour-packed. Everything revolves around top quality ingredients, whether its fish, meat, shellfish or vegetables.  

  • Type of lunch: Salad
  • Price guide: Salmon bowl around 150 SEK
The Golden Days – Lunch restaurants
The Golden Days
The Golden Days – Lunch restaurants
The Golden Days
The Golden Days – Lunch restaurants
The Golden Days
The Golden Days – Lunch restaurants
The Golden Days
The Golden Days – Lunch restaurants
The Golden Days
The Golden Days – Lunch restaurants
The Golden Days

The Golden Days

Top-notch pub grub

This English pub serves a lunch menu that changes every day and consists of a soup, meat or fish dish, along with a weekly vegetarian option. Steak and chips with bearnaise sauce is always on the menu, and lunch includes salad, a drink, soup, coffee and dessert.

  • Type of lunch: Fish, meat or soup 
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 140 SEK
Hotel Pigalle – Lunch restaurants
Hotel Pigalle
Restaurant Atelier – Lunch restaurants
Restaurant Atelier
Restaurant Atelier – Lunch restaurants
Restaurant Atelier
Restaurant Atelier – Lunch restaurants
Restaurant Atelier
Hotel Pigalle – Lunch restaurants
Hotel Pigalle
Hotel Pigalle – Lunch restaurants
Hotel Pigalle
Restaurant Atelier – Lunch restaurants
Restaurant Atelier
Restaurant Atelier – Lunch restaurants
Restaurant Atelier
Restaurant Atelier – Lunch restaurants
Restaurant Atelier
Hotel Pigalle – Lunch restaurants
Hotel Pigalle

Pigalle

International cuisine with Swedish ingredients

Hotel Pigalle has been one of the city's most iconic landmarks for some time. The hotel is well known for its Continental rooftop dining area, as well as the French-inspired food served at Restaurant Atelier. The kitchen mixes culinary influences from all over the world, with inspiration coming primarily from French bistro culture and seasonal local produce. Their daily lunch specials are as delicious as they are beautifully presented. 

  • Type of lunch: À la carte
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 170 SEK

Hasselssons Matlucka

Street food from the sea

Hasselssons serve tasty fish dishes in fast food format. The menu includes classics such as fish burgers and fish & chips, made from spankingly fresh fish transformed into true Gothenburg-style street food. 

  • Type of lunch: Street food
  • Price guide: Fish & chips around 130 SEK

Koie Ramen

Classic ramen

Norwegian Koie perfected their ramen on their home turf, before bringing the concept to Gothenburg. The menu includes classic variations which can be customised with extra protein, broth or noodles if you like. 

  • Type of lunch: Ramen
  • Price guide: Bowl of ramen around 150 SEK
Kalle Glader – Lunch restaurants
Kalle Glader
Kalle Glader – Lunch restaurants
Kalle Glader
Kalle Glader – Lunch restaurants
Kalle Glader
Kalle Glader – Lunch restaurants
Kalle Glader
Kalle Glader – Lunch restaurants
Kalle Glader
Kalle Glader – Lunch restaurants
Kalle Glader
Kalle Glader – Lunch restaurants
Kalle Glader
Kalle Glader – Lunch restaurants
Kalle Glader
Kalle Glader – Lunch restaurants
Kalle Glader
Kalle Glader – Lunch restaurants
Kalle Glader

Kalle Glader

Rustic European dishes

If you're craving a proper traditional lunch strikes, set your sights on this cosy neighbourhood pub on Friggagatan. Kalle Glader focuses on hearty food for all budgets, with favourites on the menu like meatballs with mashed potatoes, vegetarian potato dumplings, and schnitzel. If it's a special lunch, why not treat yourself to a well-chosen beer.

  • Type of lunch: Swedish and European homecooking
  • Price example: Main courses around 150-250 SEK
Hovås Kallbadhus – Lunch restaurants
Hovås Kallbadhus
Hovås Kallbadhus – Lunch restaurants
Hovås Kallbadhus
Hovås Kallbadhus – Lunch restaurants
Hovås Kallbadhus
Hovås Kallbadhus – Lunch restaurants
Hovås Kallbadhus
Hovås Kallbadhus – Lunch restaurants
Hovås Kallbadhus
Hovås Kallbadhus – Lunch restaurants
Hovås Kallbadhus

Hovås Kallbadhus

Lunch by the sea

A short detour outside the city centre, you can enjoy lunch with magnificent views of the water, either inside the stylish restaurant or on the terrace in the summer. At Hovås Kallbadhus, the menu is based on seasonal produce, with freshly caught fish and shellfish a recurring feature. At lunchtime, they serve a choice of two Swedish homecooking dishes, as well as a salad buffet, which includes coffee, cake and bread.

  • Type of lunch: Homecooking
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 170 SEK
Norda – Lunch restaurants
Norda
Norda – Lunch restaurants
Norda
Norda – Lunch restaurants
Norda
Norda – Lunch restaurants
Norda
Norda – Lunch restaurants
Norda
Norda – Lunch restaurants
Norda

Norda

Lunch at the old post office

Norda's unique restaurant environment invites you to an elegant lunch experience with sophisticated flavours. Choose between the dish of the day, which is generally based around Swedish seasonal ingredients, and a few classics on the à la carte menu. If you're coming with work colleagues, there's also a three-course set business lunch. 

  • Type of lunch: À la carte
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 160 SEK
Ma Cuisine – Lunch restaurants
Ma Cuisine
Ma Cuisine – Lunch restaurants
Ma Cuisine
Ma Cuisine – Lunch restaurants
Ma Cuisine
Ma Cuisine – Lunch restaurants
Ma Cuisine
Ma Cuisine – Lunch restaurants
Ma Cuisine
Ma Cuisine – Lunch restaurants
Ma Cuisine
Ma Cuisine – Lunch restaurants
Ma Cuisine
Ma Cuisine – Lunch restaurants
Ma Cuisine

Ma Cuisine

French bistro lunch

French flavours combine with Nordic ingredients at Ma Cuisine. The menu and the drinks list are constantly changing in order to provide a dynamic experience at both lunch and dinner. Everything is made from scratch, using seasonal Swedish produce wherever possible. 

  • Type of lunch: À la carte
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 155 SEK
Valentinas – Lunch restaurants
Valentinas
Valentinas – Lunch restaurants
Valentinas
Valentinas – Lunch restaurants
Valentinas
Valentinas – Lunch restaurants
Valentinas

Valentinas

French and snug

A French-style restaurant with tarte flambée as their signature dish - made on a base of sourdough and topped with locally-sourced ingredients. Valentinas serves a lunch menu with a daily-changing selection of tarte flambée, with at least one vegetarian option, along with a fish dish and a meat dish. The restaurant is warm and welcoming, with cosy interiors, perfect for all kinds of groups and occasions.

  • Type of lunch: À la carte
  • Price guide: Tarte flambée of the day around 130 SEK
Posidonas – Lunch restaurants
Posidonas
Posidonas – Lunch restaurants
Posidonas
Posidonas – Lunch restaurants
Posidonas
Posidonas – Lunch restaurants
Posidonas
Posidonas – Lunch restaurants
Posidonas
Posidonas – Lunch restaurants
Posidonas
Posidonas – Lunch restaurants
Posidonas
Posidonas – Lunch restaurants
Posidonas
Posidonas – Lunch restaurants
Posidonas
Posidonas – Lunch restaurants
Posidonas

Posidonas

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A Greek lunch journey

Since Posidonas opened its doors, you don't need to travel any further than Majorna to satisfy your craving for authentic Greek cuisine. In warm, welcoming surroundings with sun-yellow walls, chequered floors, and flower boxes, you can enjoy classic Mediterranean dishes such as souvlaki, moussaka, and meat stews. Or why not order a few mezze dishes and try a bit of everything?

  • Type of lunch: À la carte
  • Price guide: Main course 165-255 SEK
Bongo Bar – Lunch restaurants
Bongo Bar
Bongo Bar – Lunch restaurants
Bongo Bar
Bongo Bar – Lunch restaurants
Bongo Bar
Bongo Bar – Lunch restaurants
Bongo Bar
Bongo Bar – Lunch restaurants
Bongo Bar
Bongo Bar – Lunch restaurants
Bongo Bar

Bongo Bar

Healthy lunch in the city centre

Bongo Bar on Andra Långgatan serves a nutritious lunch with influences from traditional home-cooked meals. Choose between the fish of the day, the meat of the day, and the vegetarian option of the day. You can also buy your lunch to take away.

  • Type of lunch: Daily lunch special
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 135-145 SEK
Human Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
Human Restaurang
Human Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
Human Restaurang
Human Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
Human Restaurang
Human Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
Human Restaurang
Human Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
Human Restaurang
Human Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
Human Restaurang
Human Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
Human Restaurang
Human Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
Human Restaurang
Human Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
Human Restaurang
Human Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
Human Restaurang
Human Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
Human Restaurang
Human Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
Human Restaurang

Human

Long, luxury lunch

If you want to really treat yourself and enjoy a long lunch with several courses, Human is a top option. They serve ambitious Nordic style tasting menus, with an emphasis on locally produced ingredients. But despite the high levels of ambition and the luxurious food, the experience is personal and authentic and the surroundings relaxed. Choose the large or small lunch menu and sit back while the food is brought out to you in a steady stream.

  • Type of lunch: Tasting menu
  • Price guide: Small menu around 525 SEK, large menu around 720 SEK
Heaven 23 – Lunch restaurants
Heaven 23
Heaven 23 – Lunch restaurants
Heaven 23
Heaven 23 – Lunch restaurants
Heaven 23
Heaven 23 – Lunch restaurants
Heaven 23
Heaven 23 – Lunch restaurants
Heaven 23
Heaven 23 – Lunch restaurants
Heaven 23
Heaven 23 – Lunch restaurants
Heaven 23
Heaven 23 – Lunch restaurants
Heaven 23

Heaven 23

European style

Heaven 23, 23 floors up in the Gothia Towers building, offers an impressive view of Gothenburg's skyline. Since 2001, the restaurant has drawn in locals and visitors alike with its well-prepared dishes made from seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Their huge prawn sandwich is a popular choice for lunch, but the menu is updated weekly and offers a variety of delicious options, often with European influences.

  • Type of lunch: Daily lunch special, à la carte
  • Price guide: Arounf 175 SEK

Bar Italia

Authentic Italian

They take Italian cuisine very seriously at Bar Italia, serving authentic Italian flavours. The menu isn't set in stone, instead it changes according to the seasons and which ingredients are at their best on any day, but risotto, pasta and pizza are, naturally, popular options.  

  • Type of lunch: Italian
  • Price guide: Pasta dish around 200 SEK
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné – Lunch restaurants
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné – Lunch restaurants
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné – Lunch restaurants
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné – Lunch restaurants
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné – Lunch restaurants
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné – Lunch restaurants
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné – Lunch restaurants
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné – Lunch restaurants
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse Linné

Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse

Grilled meat

Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse is a family-owned restaurant with a passion for Argentine steak and wines. The lunch menu also offers authentic Argentine flavour experiences, with grilled meat, chips, salad, and chimichurri, served in a cosy atmosphere with Argentine details in the decor.

  • Lunch Type: Grilled meat with sides
  • Price Example: Steak & fries approx 149 kr
Noot Nordik Kitchen & Bar – Lunch restaurants
Noot Nordik Kitchen & Bar
Noot Nordik Kitchen & Bar – Lunch restaurants
Noot Nordik Kitchen & Bar
Noot Nordik Kitchen & Bar – Lunch restaurants
Noot Nordik Kitchen & Bar
Noot Nordik Kitchen & Bar – Lunch restaurants
Noot Nordik Kitchen & Bar
Noot Nordik Kitchen & Bar – Lunch restaurants
Noot Nordik Kitchen & Bar
Noot Nordik Kitchen & Bar – Lunch restaurants
Noot Nordik Kitchen & Bar

Noot

Scandinavian elegance

The menu at Noot is full of Nordic flavours and ingredients, served with a modern touch and an emphasis on sustainability. Their lunch menu always includes a vegetarian dish, a fish dish, a meat dish and a salad.

  • Type of lunch: À la carte
  • Price guide: Catch of the day around 165 SEK, meat 185 SEK 
Husette Kök & Kultur – Lunch restaurants
Husette Kök & Kultur
Husette Kök & Kultur – Lunch restaurants
Husette Kök & Kultur
Husette Kök & Kultur – Lunch restaurants
Husette Kök & Kultur
Husette Kök & Kultur – Lunch restaurants
Husette Kök & Kultur
Husette Kök & Kultur – Lunch restaurants
Husette Kök & Kultur
Husette Kök & Kultur – Lunch restaurants
Husette Kök & Kultur

Husette

In creative surroundings

As the name suggests, food and culture go hand in hand at Husette Kök & Kultur. This pared-back bistro serving seasonal food with international flavours in housed in the Konstepidemin artist collective. On Tuesday to Saturday lunchtime you can tuck into one of the favourite dishes from the regular menu or pick and choose from small dishes such as cheeses, olives and fried potato bread with accompaniments. If you want to satisfy your cultural cravings, combine lunch with a visit to the art gallery. 

  • Type of lunch: À la carte
  • Price guide: Weekly meat or fish dish around 140 SEK

Manfred's Brasserie

Alpine vibes

Manfred's serves elegant Austrian and Swiss cuisine in the evenings but at lunchtime traditional Swedish homecooking is the order of the day. Food is hearty and rustic and served in friendly, unpretentious surroundings.

  • Type of lunch: Homecooking
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 160 SEK
Tycho Mat & Möte – Lunch restaurants
Tycho Mat & Möte
Tycho Mat & Möte – Lunch restaurants
Tycho Mat & Möte
Tycho Mat & Möte – Lunch restaurants
Tycho Mat & Möte
Tycho Mat & Möte – Lunch restaurants
Tycho Mat & Möte
Tycho Mat & Möte – Lunch restaurants
Tycho Mat & Möte
Tycho Mat & Möte – Lunch restaurants
Tycho Mat & Möte

Tycho

Sponsored

Continental

Enjoy lunch at Tycho in Gamlestaden, a Continental restaurant with colourful interiors. They serve traditional dishes and other European classics, which change daily. Choose between meat, fish, and vegetarian options.

  • Type of Lunch: Today's
  • Price Example: around 129 kr

Bikt

International flavours

Bikt has its foundation in classic cuisine, but isn't afraid to use flavours from all over the world. At lunchtime they serve a daily meat or fish dish, as well as a weekly vegetarian dish. You can also complete the experience with a few snacks from the menu. During the summer months the cosy outdoor dining area opens up in the back courtyard. 

  • Type of lunch: À la carte
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 155 SEK
Mugwort's BBQ Shack – Lunch restaurants
Mugwort's BBQ Shack
Mugwort's BBQ Shack – Lunch restaurants
Mugwort's BBQ Shack
Mugwort's BBQ Shack – Lunch restaurants
Mugwort's BBQ Shack
Mugwort's BBQ Shack – Lunch restaurants
Mugwort's BBQ Shack
Mugwort's BBQ Shack – Lunch restaurants
Mugwort's BBQ Shack
Mugwort's BBQ Shack – Lunch restaurants
Mugwort's BBQ Shack
Mugwort's BBQ Shack – Lunch restaurants
Mugwort's BBQ Shack
Mugwort's BBQ Shack – Lunch restaurants
Mugwort's BBQ Shack

Mugwort's

Grilled meat, American style

In a former slaughterhouse in Gamlestaden, Mugwort's barbecues meat in the American way - even at lunchtime. Generous sandwiches and BBQ dishes are written up on the chalkboard menu, along with fries and other tasty sides that ensure you'll be full. There's no risk of running out of room, either, with 150 indoor seats and an equal number outdoors.

  • Type of lunch: Barbecue, sandwiches
  • Price guide: Sandwich and fries approximately 135-150 SEK
The Old Beefeater Inn – Lunch restaurants
The Old Beefeater Inn
The Old Beefeater Inn – Lunch restaurants
The Old Beefeater Inn
The Old Beefeater Inn – Lunch restaurants
The Old Beefeater Inn
The Old Beefeater Inn – Lunch restaurants
The Old Beefeater Inn
The Old Beefeater Inn – Lunch restaurants
The Old Beefeater Inn
The Old Beefeater Inn – Lunch restaurants
The Old Beefeater Inn

The Old Beefeater Inn

Lunch at the pub

This cosy pub in Linné is always open for a chat, a bite to eat or a pint. Stop by for lunch in British pub style with regulars and other guests. The lunch menu includes classic pub grub such as burgers and fish & chips.

  • Type of lunch: Pub grub
  • Price guide: Daily special around 160 SEK
Papa Mastani Le Grill – Lunch restaurants
Papa Mastani Le Grill
Papa Mastani Le Grill – Lunch restaurants
Papa Mastani Le Grill
Papa Mastani Le Grill – Lunch restaurants
Papa Mastani Le Grill
Papa Mastani Le Grill – Lunch restaurants
Papa Mastani Le Grill
Papa Mastani Le Grill – Lunch restaurants
Papa Mastani Le Grill
Papa Mastani Le Grill – Lunch restaurants
Papa Mastani Le Grill
Papa Mastani Le Grill – Lunch restaurants
Papa Mastani Le Grill
Papa Mastani Le Grill – Lunch restaurants
Papa Mastani Le Grill
Papa Mastani Le Grill – Lunch restaurants
Papa Mastani Le Grill
Papa Mastani Le Grill – Lunch restaurants
Papa Mastani Le Grill
Papa Mastani Le Grill – Lunch restaurants
Papa Mastani Le Grill
Papa Mastani Le Grill – Lunch restaurants
Papa Mastani Le Grill

Papa Mastani

Grill bistro with Swedish homecooking elements

During the evening there's an emphasis on grilled dishes, while during the day they serve lunch in the form of Swedish homecooking and international dishes. The menu changes every day and includes everything from schnitzel to paella and halloumi burgers. A salad buffet, coffee and dessert are included.

  • Type of lunch: International
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 160 SEK

Dirty Records

Vinyl and grub

Dirty Records is an unusual combination of restaurant and record shop, a concept that gives strong Copenhagen vibes, particularly when the outdoor dining area opens up. At lunchtime they serve stylish dishes with Mediterranean overtones. 

  • Type of lunch: International
  • Price guide: Unknown

Bar Robusta

Simple and Italian

If words such as tagliatelle, tartufo, polpette and gnocchi make your mouth water, Bar Robusta is the place to go at lunchtime. This popular Italian serves a simple lunch with a couple of starters, several main courses and a dessert. An extra plus is that you can order wine by the half glass at lunch. 

  • Type of lunch: Italian
  • Price guide: Pasta dishes around 150 SEK

Kometen

Classic

Historic Kometen has been frequented by Gothenburg's cultural elite over the years. Regulars and newcomers alike come for the elegant Swedish homecooking. The lunch menu changes daily and is available to view from 10am. There are always lots of popular classics to choose from.

  • Type of lunch: Swedish homecooking
  • Price guide: Unknown

Budget lunch

Swedish Taco – Lunch restaurants
Swedish Taco
Swedish Taco – Lunch restaurants
Swedish Taco
Swedish Taco – Lunch restaurants
Swedish Taco
Swedish Taco – Lunch restaurants
Swedish Taco
Swedish Taco – Lunch restaurants
Swedish Taco
Swedish Taco – Lunch restaurants
Swedish Taco
Swedish Taco – Lunch restaurants
Swedish Taco
Swedish Taco – Lunch restaurants
Swedish Taco
Swedish Taco – Lunch restaurants
Swedish Taco
Swedish Taco – Lunch restaurants
Swedish Taco

Swedish Taco

Tacos for all tastes

With a love for tacos in general and the Swedish variety in particular, the duo of friends behind Swedish Taco have created their own concept of Mexican street food in a new format. Pop by for a quick, tasty lunch in the form of tacos, bowls and burritos, either with meat or vegetarian. If you'd rather grab your food to-go, just get a takeaway.

  • Type of lunch: Street food
  • Price guide: Burrito from around 112 SEK
MG5 by 2112 – Lunch restaurants
MG5 by 2112
MG5 by 2112 – Lunch restaurants
MG5 by 2112
MG5 by 2112 – Lunch restaurants
MG5 by 2112
MG5 by 2112 – Lunch restaurants
MG5 by 2112
MG5 by 2112 – Lunch restaurants
MG5 by 2112
MG5 by 2112 – Lunch restaurants
MG5 by 2112
MG5 by 2112 – Lunch restaurants
MG5 by 2112
MG5 by 2112 – Lunch restaurants
MG5 by 2112
MG5 by 2112 – Lunch restaurants
MG5 by 2112
MG5 by 2112 – Lunch restaurants
MG5 by 2112

MG5

Burgers all the way

In the mood for a proper burger lunch with a rock and roll backdrop? Then steer a course towards Magasinsgatan 5. Choose between smash hamburgers and burgers filled with fried chicken marinated in buttermilk - in true American style. There's also a wide range of toppings. If you prefer something slightly lighter, there are also salads on the menu.

  • Type of lunch: Smash burgers and chicken burgers 
  • Price guide: Burger including side dish around 135 SEK 
Star Bowling – Lunch restaurants
Star Bowling
Star Bowling – Lunch restaurants
Star Bowling
Star Bowling – Lunch restaurants
Star Bowling
Star Bowling – Lunch restaurants
Star Bowling
Star Bowling – Lunch restaurants
Star Bowling
Star Bowling – Lunch restaurants
Star Bowling
Star Bowling – Lunch restaurants
Star Bowling
Star Bowling – Lunch restaurants
Star Bowling
Star Bowling – Lunch restaurants
Star Bowling
Star Bowling – Lunch restaurants
Star Bowling

Star Bowling

Lunch and an activity

There's never a dull moment at this American-style entertainment centre. Even at lunchtime you can bowl and play shuffleboard in the large locale on Odinplatsen. The lunch menu is straightforward and includes a meat, fish and pasta dish, as well as a vegetarian option, every day.

  • Type of lunch: Meat, fish, pasta or vegetarian 
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 125 SEK
The Burger – Lunch restaurants
The Burger
The Burger – Lunch restaurants
The Burger
The Burger – Lunch restaurants
The Burger
The Burger – Lunch restaurants
The Burger
The Burger – Lunch restaurants
The Burger
The Burger – Lunch restaurants
The Burger
The Burger – Lunch restaurants
The Burger
The Burger – Lunch restaurants
The Burger

The Burger

Lunch on Andra Långgatan

At The Burger you can choose a different burger every day from their lunch menu. The classic American with dressing and onion, as well as the veggie burger of the day, are also always on the menu. Super-hungry? Choose a double. Coffee and a cookie are included, in keeping with Swedish tradition. As well as burgers inspired by all corners of the world, there's a wide range of sides and sauces to choose from.

  • Type of lunch: Hamburgers 
  • Price guide: Burger and fries around 110 SEK
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen – Lunch restaurants
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen – Lunch restaurants
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen – Lunch restaurants
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen – Lunch restaurants
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen – Lunch restaurants
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen – Lunch restaurants
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen – Lunch restaurants
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen – Lunch restaurants
Bombay Street Ånäsvägen

Bombay Street

Indian Flavours

The menu at Bombay Street consists of modern variations on Indian cuisine. Inspiration for both the menu and interior design comes from the vibrant streets and street vendors of Indian metropolises, resulting in a charmingly kitschy restaurant with colourful features. At lunchtime they serve a range of dishes, always with vegetarian options. The price includes salad, naan bread, coffee, and water.

  • Type of lunch: Indian
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 120 SEK
OGBG Bar & Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
OGBG Bar & Restaurang
OGBG Bar & Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
OGBG Bar & Restaurang
OGBG Bar & Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
OGBG Bar & Restaurang
OGBG Bar & Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
OGBG Bar & Restaurang
OGBG Bar & Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
OGBG Bar & Restaurang
OGBG Bar & Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
OGBG Bar & Restaurang
OGBG Bar & Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
OGBG Bar & Restaurang
OGBG Bar & Restaurang – Lunch restaurants
OGBG Bar & Restaurang

OGBG

Asian in the harbour

Right next to Stenpiren ferry terminal, with a view of the harbour entrance, you'll find the pan-Asian hotel restaurant OGBG. Lunch on flavour explosions from all corners of Asia, in charming surroundings that follow the same theme as the menu. Choose between the day's three lunch options, of which at least one is vegan, along with the salad buffet, coffee, tea and dessert.

  • Type of lunch: Asian 
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 145 SEK
Slice – Lunch restaurants
Slice
Slice – Lunch restaurants
Slice
Slice – Lunch restaurants
Slice
Slice – Lunch restaurants
Slice
Slice – Lunch restaurants
Slice
Slice – Lunch restaurants
Slice

Slice

Slice hatch

This pizza and ping pong spot now has a Slice hatch at the entrance, where pizza is served at lunchtime. Previously, you could only visit Slice in the evenings, but now you can satisfy your pizza cravings during the day as well.

  • Type of lunch: Pizza
DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan – Lunch restaurants
DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan
DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan – Lunch restaurants
DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan
DINÉ Burgers Linné – Lunch restaurants
DINÉ Burgers Linné
DINÉ Burgers Linné – Lunch restaurants
DINÉ Burgers Linné
DINÉ Burgers Linné – Lunch restaurants
DINÉ Burgers Linné
DINÉ Burgers Linné – Lunch restaurants
DINÉ Burgers Linné
DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan – Lunch restaurants
DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan
DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan – Lunch restaurants
DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan
DINÉ Burgers Linné – Lunch restaurants
DINÉ Burgers Linné
DINÉ Burgers Linné – Lunch restaurants
DINÉ Burgers Linné
DINÉ Burgers Linné – Lunch restaurants
DINÉ Burgers Linné
DINÉ Burgers Linné – Lunch restaurants
DINÉ Burgers Linné
DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan DINÉ Burgers Femman DINÉ Burgers Linné
DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan
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DINÉ Burgers Femman
dineburgers.se
DINÉ Burgers Linné
dineburgers.se
DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan DINÉ Burgers Femman DINÉ Burgers Linné

Burgers made from scratch

At Diné all burgers are made from scratch from Swedish ingredients. They grind their own meat, make their own dressings to their own recipe and bake their own bread. At lunchtime, burgers are served with coleslaw or mixed fries, and truffle mayo and coffee are always included. Choose your favourite from classic burgers or vegetarian or vegan options.

  • Type of lunch: Hamburger 
  • Price guide: Burger and fries around 110 SEK
  • Drottninggatan 31, Centrum Postgatan 26, Centrum Linnégatan 23, Linné
    DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan
    Drottninggatan 31, Centrum
    DINÉ Burgers Femman
    Postgatan 26, Centrum
    DINÉ Burgers Linné
    Linnégatan 23, Linné
  • DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan
    dineburgers.se
    DINÉ Burgers Femman
    dineburgers.se
    DINÉ Burgers Linné
    dineburgers.se
    DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan
    031-310 02 48
    DINÉ Burgers Femman
    031-745 20 40
    DINÉ Burgers Linné
    073-715 75 55
  • DINÉ Burgers Drottninggatan DINÉ Burgers Femman DINÉ Burgers Linné
Bistro Allé – Lunch restaurants
Bistro Allé
Bistro Allé – Lunch restaurants
Bistro Allé
Bistro Allé – Lunch restaurants
Bistro Allé
Bistro Allé – Lunch restaurants
Bistro Allé
Bistro Allé – Lunch restaurants
Bistro Allé
Bistro Allé – Lunch restaurants
Bistro Allé

Bistro Allé

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Flavours from around the world

Bistro Allé on Norra Allégatan serves flavours from around the world and you can enjoy lunch here at a reasonable price. The lunch of the day usually consists of a traditional dish and a more international option, and it also includes salad, coffee, and cake.

  • Type of lunch: International
  • Price example: Daily lunch special approx 125 SEK
Dunder Döner – Lunch restaurants
Dunder Döner
Dunder Döner – Lunch restaurants
Dunder Döner
Dunder Döner – Lunch restaurants
Dunder Döner
Dunder Döner – Lunch restaurants
Dunder Döner
Dunder Döner – Lunch restaurants
Dunder Döner
Dunder Döner – Lunch restaurants
Dunder Döner
Dunder Döner – Lunch restaurants
Dunder Döner
Dunder Döner – Lunch restaurants
Dunder Döner

Dunder Döner

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Enjoy Turkish fastfood culture

At Dunder Döner in Partille you can enjoy döner, chicken and falafel in soft pita bread, as a wrap or platter. If you or anyone else in your group fancies something else there are also burgers and salad on the menu, but if you appreciate a good kebab this is the place to sink your teeth into a slice of Turkish fastfood culture.

  • Type of lunch: Kebab
  • Price guide: Wrap around 110 SEK incl. coffee and drink

Banh Mi Shop

Vietnamese classics

Inside the historic Stora Saluhallen food hall, Banh Mi Shop specialises in sandwiches from Vietnam. Order a banh mi filled with chicken, pork, Vietnamese sausage, fish or tofu, or liver pate with coriander and fresh and pickled vegetables and herbs. A serious taste explosion. 

  • Type of lunch: Banh mi
  • Price guide: Sandwich around 115 SEK
Restaurang Campo – Lunch restaurants
Restaurang Campo
Restaurang Campo – Lunch restaurants
Restaurang Campo
Restaurang Campo – Lunch restaurants
Restaurang Campo
Restaurang Campo – Lunch restaurants
Restaurang Campo
Restaurang Campo – Lunch restaurants
Restaurang Campo
Restaurang Campo – Lunch restaurants
Restaurang Campo
Restaurang Campo – Lunch restaurants
Restaurang Campo
Restaurang Campo – Lunch restaurants
Restaurang Campo

Campo

Sponsored

Lunch at the arena

If you happen to be in the vicinity of Prioritet Serneke Arena you can eat lunch at Campo restaurant, which opened up in the multisport arena in summer 2019. The lunch menu includes fish, Swedish homecooking favourites and continental dishes. The menu changes daily.

  • Type of lunch: International
  • Price guide: Daily lunch special around 125 SEK

Café lunch

Scandic Göteborg Central – Lunch restaurants
Scandic Göteborg Central
Scandic Göteborg Central – Lunch restaurants
Scandic Göteborg Central
Scandic Göteborg Central – Lunch restaurants
Scandic Göteborg Central
Scandic Göteborg Central – Lunch restaurants
Scandic Göteborg Central
Scandic Göteborg Central – Lunch restaurants
Scandic Göteborg Central
Scandic Göteborg Central – Lunch restaurants
Scandic Göteborg Central
Scandic Göteborg Central – Lunch restaurants
Scandic Göteborg Central
Scandic Göteborg Central – Lunch restaurants
Scandic Göteborg Central
Scandic Göteborg Central – Lunch restaurants
Scandic Göteborg Central
Scandic Göteborg Central – Lunch restaurants
Scandic Göteborg Central

Scandic Göteborg Central

Light lunch in airy surroundings

Hearty sandwiches, wraps and bowls that you can compose yourself are the order of the day on Scandic Göteborg Central's lunch menu. The light, airy café area serves both lunch and an all-day breakfast concept. On Saturdays you can also eat lunch in the adjoining restaurant Food Bar, where the menu includes pasta and pizza.

  • Type of lunch: Café lunch
  • Price guide: Wraps and bowls around 135 SEK

Kafé Kopps

Food, drink and shuffleboard

Combine lunch with a little shuffleboard at Kopps, or just take a seat and enjoy lunch. The menu includes international dishes such as burgers, pasta and salads which can be eaten inside the simple restaurant or out on the outdoor dining area facing Kungsgatan. 

  • Type of lunch: International
  • Price guide: Caesar salad around 140 SEK

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