The guide to Visby's best restaurants

Since Surfers opened its doors in Visby, the restaurant has been a must-visit for foodies. Chinese appetisers from Sichuan are paired with exciting cocktails in an atmospheric environment. Fill the table with sought-after flavours and soak up the ambiance, but remember to book a table well in advance if you want to ensure a spot.

Right next to the ruin on Stora Torget, this authentic little restaurant serves fish and seafood. Guests flock to Bakfickan all year round to feast on fried herring, fish soup, and other seasonal favourites, or to browse the delicacies sold over the counter. Securing a table isn't always easy, but it is worth the wait.

Many would argue that a visit to Visby isn't complete without a stop at Crêperie & Logi. Located in the iconic Strykjärnshuset building in the city centre, this charming eatery serves French 'pancakes' - both savoury galettes and sweet crêpes - to locals and tourists. Visitors also come for the cosy atmosphere, which in the summer expands to include a picturesque outdoor seating area with beautiful views.

Actress Lia Boysen and the founder of Fotografiska, Per Broman, have transformed an old frame workshop into Vår Fru, a cosy restaurant and bar with a charming interior and a pleasant atmosphere. They serve food, cocktails, and natural wines with the motto "taste, creativity, and sustainability". During the summer months, they open up their lush orangery courtyard.

Whether you're hungry or just want to enjoy a beer or a glass of natural wine on the outdoor seating area, you've come to the right place at Bageriet. This cosy restaurant serves seasonal dishes made with locally sourced ingredients from Gotland, and they know their drinks too. In the summer, the outdoor seating area is a popular spot with views overlooking the ruins.

Located on attractive Strandvägen, overlooking Visby harbour and Almedalen, Villa Alma serves small dishes with flavours from all corners of Asia. Order a selection to share with your companions, or let the chef select their favourites from the menu for you. The restaurant's open from May to September, and early risers can also come here for a homemade breakfast buffet.

Located centrally on Hästgatan, Jessens offers a great spot to watch the bustling crowds. It combines a deli and a restaurant under one roof, and you can come here year-round to eat dishes prepared from local ingredients. The menu changes regularly and is inspired by the produce sold behind the deli counter, with fish soup as a staple.

Hungry for fish and seafood, in equally maritime surroundings? At Österdahls Brygga you're surrounded by the waters of Visby guest harbour, while you eat Swedish classics with nautical delicacies as a starting point. The menu is traditionally structured with starters, main courses and desserts that can be paired with suitable wines.

Lilla Huset became a talking point in Visby when it opened in the summer of 2024. As the name suggests, the restaurant is housed in a small house where there used to be a café. The outdoor seating area is much larger, serving food with a focus on ingredients from the island, as well as wine, cocktails, and beer served through an old window that's been turned into a wine hatch.

Ett Rum För Resande Café offers a little piece of Italy within the walls of Visby. Despite the name, it's not just a café, although you can get specialty coffee and something homemade here; it's also a restaurant with pasta and other Italian dishes on the menu. In true Italian spirit, the atmosphere is relaxed and family-friendly. 

In the old premises of Systembolaget on Stora torget, you'll find Bolaget, which has been serving French flavours since 2006. The emphasis used to be on the wine bar, but Bolaget is now a full-scale restaurant with a renovated 18th-century environment. The outdoor seating on the square attracts crowds of hungry and wine-thirsty visitors during the summers.

A slightly newer addition to Visby's dining scene is Bakfickan Bistro, little sister restaurant to the popular Bakfickan. Classic bistro dishes in an international style take centre stage here, cooked without unnecessary frills or flounces. They're also very interested in wines, with the bottles on the wine list carefully selected by the bistro's very own wine guy. 

There aren't many dedicated wine-and-food bars in Visby, but one place well worth a visit can be found on Strandgatan just beside Almedalen. At Volare, everything is about well-made wines and food that pairs well with them. Come here for a glass of wine and snacks, as well as a dinner with a main course. The menu changes frequently so there's always something new to discover. 

Craving Korean flavours? Then head towards Adelsgatan and Bror San. They shake and stir cocktails and serve food with influences from the Korean cuisine. The dinner menu consists of main dishes and appetisers with classic and modern elements, and you can also buy their homemade sauces to take home with you.

During the summer months, Supper opens its doors in a back garden in the middle of Visby and offers a sunny spot to hangout. Just like its sister restaurants in Stockholm and Åre, they take inspiration from South America and serve cocktails and small dishes to share. 

Gamla Masters is a classic Visby pub with equally classic dishes on the menu. In the summer, the outdoor seating area draws in the crowds, but you can come here year-round to eat dishes with Swedish and European flavours, perhaps accompanied by a cocktail or a glass of wine. The idea is that guests should feel like they're at home – but even better. 

You'll find this restaurant for Tex-Mex lovers on Adelsgatan. Bad Wolf BBQ has brought together the best from the American and Mexican border to offer an authentic dining experience in Gotland. The menu includes a variety of ribs, brisket, nachos, and quesadillas paired with Tex-Mex accompaniments such as guacamole, coleslaw, and homemade salsa with chips. Dine in or grab your food to go.

If you're looking for the most beautiful view of Visby, then Krönet By Visby is the place to go. Enjoy sangria and Mediterranean-inspired tapas on their outdoor terrace while gazing out over the sea and rooftops.