The guide to Malmö's best lunch restaurants

If you're in the mood for a hearty burger lunch with proper crispy homemade french fries, Tugg Burgers by the canal is a safe bet. Their hamburgers are perfectly composed with an emphasis on balanced flavours and textures. Sweet-toothed guests should round off their meal with a milkshake.

This hotel concept and meeting place serves colourful lunches with locally-grown seasonal vegetables, accompanied by fish or meat, if you like. Choose between the weekly vegetarian, fish and meat dish - perhaps with a crisp glass of chilled white wine. Bread, salad and coffee are included.  

In the mood for a tasty burger for lunch? DINÉ Burgers make smash burgers from meat that's freshly ground on site every day, bread that's baked locally and dressings made according to their own recipes. At lunch they serve burgers with coleslaw or mixed fries, and truffle mayo and coffee is included. If you're on the run you can order via their app and pick up your food at the restaurant.

One of Malmö's best-value lunches is served in an old warehouse next to the waterfront in the city's northern harbour area. Lunch guests gather around long communal tables and enjoy excellent international and Swedish homecooking dishes made from the freshest ingredients available on the day, and there's always a vegetarian option.

Two Forks' bright, fresh pop-up at SOI 29 is a welcome addition to the Malmö lunch scene and it looks like it could be staying for a while. Every Thursday and Friday you can choose from a couple of hummus bowls, topped with seasonal veg and other goodies. Enjoy your bowl with great bread, some pickles and tasty sauces, before rounding off your meal with cardamom coffee.

Malmo's first Korean restaurant is run by Sweden's Masterchef winner Jennie Walldén. Typical Korean dishes are given a bit of a local touch, as they use mainly Swedish ingredients. At lunchtime, they serve a weekly version of noodles and bokkum, along with their classic bibimbap. You can also stop by for a three-course business lunch.

Delicious stews and soups made with care and skill are the order of the day at Spoonery. Culinary inspiration comes from all over the world, but ingredients are locally-produced and dishes seasonal wherever possible. Eat with a spoon and some homebaked sourdough bread to mop up the last drops.

Top your chuck-steak burgers in homebaked burger buns with everything from two cheeses and grilled mushrooms to surf sauce or avocado - the choice is yours. Come early or late, as the queue can stretch out into the street during the lunchtime rush hour.

Uber-French Bouchon is expanding its lunch offering on Thursdays and Fridays with a selection of more international dishes. Choose from the daily meat, fish, or vegetarian options, or opt for a filling baguette to satisfy your inner francophile. The cosy bistro atmosphere adds a relaxed touch to the experience.

Lokal 17 serves a daily lunch special that looks as good as it tastes, using the best ingredients available in season. That also goes for the restaurant's set lunch menu, which includes one of the best steak tartares in Malmö - along with a vegetarian version made of beetroot. Perfect for a smart lunch.

What would a Malmö lunch guide be without some falafel? The city's signature dish is a great option if you're looking for a quick and affordable lunch that's also easy to take with you on the go. If you're in the city centre, you can stop by the market hall, where Falafel & Burgers serve up quality falafel with sides like hummus, crispy vegetables and pita bread. The menu also includes a wide range of burgers.

Feeling like a little bit of everything, or just really hungry? Then Laziza might be a good idea. They serve a generous lunch buffet with dishes from Lebanese cuisine every weekday. Choose from falafel, salads, hummus, grilled meat, and other tasty treats, half of which are either vegetarian or vegan.

Drink in the flavour of Spain canal-side at this wine and tapas bar. A Spanish lunch buffet is served up every day with around eight dishes to pick and choose from. If there aren't enough plant-based dishes for you you can always order more. Salad, bread and coffee are included.

One of the city's best pasta makers is hidden away on a backstreet behind the Opera house. Homemade fresh pasta takes centre stage here in lunches made from Italian produce. If you fancy something a bit breadier you can tuck into a pizza slice or two, or perhaps a fresh ciabatta. 

Take a quick trip to Vietnam over lunch - at least in terms of taste. At family-owned Nam Do, the fragrances of lemongrass, fresh herbs, and homemade broths fill the cosy restaurant every day. Classic pho soup is always on the menu, along with a varied selection of noodle and rice dishes, including at least one vegetarian option.

Lunch or brunch at SMAK is for many people an extension of the cultural experience of visiting Malmö Konsthall. Delicious dishes are created using fresh, locally-produced ingredients. Lunch includes a main course, salad buffet, bread and coffee.

Food has been served on these premises on Storgatan for more than a hundred years and despite the passage of time the quality of food and service at Bullens has remained consistently high. At lunchtime, locals and tourists alike come for classic Swedish dishes such as meatloaf and potato pancakes, served in historic surroundings.

Tight on cash? No worries, with several really good falafel joints in Malmö, you can always fill up your belly without spending too much. A popular spot right in the centre is Falafel City, which may look a bit unassuming but according to many locals serves possibly the best chickpea balls in town. The best time to visit is during the summer, when you can enjoy your lunch in the adjacent park.

Fun - as opposed to fine - dining is what Atmosfär is all about, not least at lunchtime when prices make it much more accessible. It means you can sit and enjoy a perfectly cooked cut of meat, vegetarian dish or some classic Swedish homecooking while experiencing excellent service, all without emptying your wallet. Great fun.

The restaurant inside the meeting venue Folk Mat & Möten invites you to enjoy a weekday lunch with a focus on sustainability. The starting point is local ingredients and the dishes are primarily vegetarian, with animal protein as an option. They serve a new dish every day, and for more formal occasions, you can also pre-book a business lunch via email.

Sájvva has drawn inspiration from India's street food culture, creating their own versions of classic dishes. Enjoy a lunch with truly spicy flavours here in cosy, familiar surroundings. With a solid selection of vegetarian options, it's particularly popular among vegetarians in Malmö. 

You'll find Mrs Saigon on increasingly trendy Engelbrektsgatan, serving three distinct Vietnamese cuisines made from fresh ingredients. At lunchtime they serve their à la carte menu and a salad menu as well as a new special dish each week. Pho and fresh spring rolls are two of the regular dishes you'll find on the lunch menu. 

You can find the healthfood chain Holy Greens in several locations in central Malmö - a nutritious lunch is never far away, in other words. The keywords are organic, nutritious and fast, without compromising on flavour. Colourful salads are the main attraction on the menu, but there are also a couple of hot dishes. Enjoy your meal on site or take your lunch with you on the go.

For a lunch fit for a queen, head to this classic establishment in the railway station's former royal waiting hall. Head to Bistro Royal if you enjoy well-cooked, no-frills home-style meals. The lunch menu varies throughout the week, but always includes Swedish classics such as Wallenbergare veal patties and fish in sauce, as well as a few more international options.