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 Pleasant place with plenty of seafood |
Linnégatan 52 Gothenburg 413 08 Sweden +46 31 12 5211 |
12-52 is situated quite far up on Linnégatan, near Linnéplatsen. The restaurant is bright and inviting and the large terrace has a nice view of the often-crowded street. There is plenty of seafood on the menu; the starters especially being made with marine ingredients. But a selection of game is also available, including deer. The cheaper bistro menu offers a large variety of dishes. Lunch is served every weekday, as is usual in Sweden. There are two dishes, one that goes by the name of Swedish Tradition and one called Nytt o Lätt (New and Light), with fewer calories. There is also always a soup of the week. The nearest tram stop is Linnéplatsen, where lines 1 and 2 stop, but the walk from Järntorget isn't exceptionally long, and more trams stop there. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Inexpensive local restaurant |
Herkulesgatan 3A Gothenburg 41701 Sweden +46 31 65 4095 |
The low ceiling of this place, and its wooden tables and benches establish a beer-hall atmosphere, and perhaps also the illusion that you are outdoors when actually indoors. The menu is simple, with plenty of meat, a little fish, a little pasta and a few smaller dishes. Drinks and ice creams are always included in the children's menu. Happy Hour takes place every day between 3p and 10p, when a large draught beer costs SEK25 (EUR2.95). Live music is played every Friday and Saturday. Ada's hardly belongs to the crème de la crème of Gothenburg's restaurant life, but offers inexpensive, good food and quick service for those undeterred by cluttered walls and a large, rowdy bar. The nearest tram stop is Hjalmar Brantingsplatsen, served by tramlines 2 and 5 and plenty of buses. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Dutch genius near Ullevi |
Odinsgatan 19-21 Gothenburg 41103 Sweden +46 31 15 5709 |
This is something as unbelievable as a Dutch neighbourhood restaurant, located in between Ullevi and the train station. It offers traditional Dutch cuisine, deep-fried dishes, some smaller courses and pancakes in a genuinely friendly Dutch atmosphere. The actual restaurant is quite simple, the walls are cluttered with Dutch curiosities. The location of the restaurant is fairly central, near Nordstan with its shopping and just a stone's throw from Ullevi, the arena where many events take place. The nearest tram stop is Centralstationen, for lines 1, 3, 6, 7, 8 and 9. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dining area with mixed menu downstairs, bar upstairs |
Kungsportsavenyn 29 Gothenburg 411 36 Sweden +46 31 20 6087 |
Babar has a pleasant dining area with large windows overlooking Avenyn. The menu is mixed, with selections of vegetarian dishes, seafood and roasts. Both traditional dishes and modern ones are on offer. The dining room has a very different ambience from the bar; it has a sense of intimacy and cosiness. Upstairs, the bar sports a games area and large windows, also overlooking Avenyn. These make the bar seem larger than it actually is. Every day the bar offers a two—for—one deal on most drinks until 10pm, and on Sundays the offer is valid all night. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Turkish cuisine |
Haga Kyrkogata 14 Gothenburg 411 23 Sweden +46 31 701 7143 |
Bazar has evolved from a tiny little student café to a pleasant, popular restaurant. The décor is red, with Turkish carpets and wall decorations. Bazar is right opposite the University's business college and close to the Institute of Social Sciences. Apart from the student population, the rest of Gothenburg has discovered Amanda and her Turkish delights. Choose between köfte (Turkish meatballs), Turkish pasta and salad, among other things. Apart from the usual brands of beer, the bar also serves Turkish raki. And every once in a while, there is entertainment in the form of Turkish belly dancing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Billiards galore |
Ekelundsgatan 9-11 Gothenburg 40126 Sweden +46 31 13 2480 |
Biljardpalatset, which translates into 'Billiard's Palace' is a haven for billiards lovers. With the fine combination of beer and billiards, you're sure to have a great time. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gourmet food away from the city noise |
Lasarettsgatan 5 Gothenburg 411 19 Sweden +46 31 711 7290 |
Not a well-known restaurant in Gothenburg, Bistro 1965 nevertheless offers fine, modern Swedish cooking in a hip yet rustic environment. The guests are seated beneath a starry ceiling of lamps, and are able to look through the window into the kitchen, or out over Kungshöjd, a central part of Gothenburg untouched by the hustle and bustle of city life. The restaurant can be hard to find. The closest tram and bus stop is Grönsakstorget, but for those not familiar with Gothenburg, a taxi or explicit directions are recommended. The dishes are well prepared and on the expensive side, but on the other hand, the restaurant has received much praise. The chefs are young and adventurous. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bitter and Sweet |
Linnégatan 59 Gothenburg 40233 Sweden +46 31 24 9120 http://www.bitterbar.com/ |
You can enjoy both food and drink at the Bitter Bar & Restaurang. It's a trendy place that serves up delicious strawberry daiquiris. Ask for the white chocolate sprinkles on top and indulge your sweet tooth. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Neighbourhood restaurant in the centre of town |
Torggatan 1 Gothenburg 41105 Sweden +46 31 711 1606 |
Bommen has a tried and tested, successful concept. Lunches are served on weekdays for those who work nearby, and a pub and à la carte menu are available in the evenings and on weekends for passers-by and regulars. The menu offers a selection of meat and fish dishes and there is also one vegetarian dish. There are no surprises in the starters and desserts either, this is purely ordinary food without any twists. The restaurant is nicely furnished, the marine details that characterise so many of the restaurants in Gothenburg are present even here. The nearest tram stop is Lilla Bommen, where tram 5 and several buses stop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Inexpensive restaurant with plenty of gambling |
Nils Ericssonsgatan 23 Gothenburg 41103 Sweden +46 31 15 1045 |
The Bookmaker bets its money on food, televised football and gambling, not necessarily in that order. The food is inexpensive, and the restaurant offers lunch on weekdays and a slightly larger selection in the evenings and on weekends. Fish and chips, burgers and other dishes are staple fare here. There are several different casinos and other games—blackjack, roulette and so on. There are also a few different food and drink offers on the Saturdays on which football games are televised. The nearest tram stop is Centralstationen, where trams 1, 3, 6, 7, 8 and 9 stop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Top class cuisine right on Avenyn |
Kungsportsavenyn 8 Gothenburg 41136 Sweden +46 31 10 5830 http://www.brasserielipp.com |
Brasserie Lipp steals prospective customers from other, less centrally located restaurants. With some right, it is pertinent to add. The restaurant offers top-level food and a fine menu at rather high prices, but also a proximity to the city's pulsating nightlife. Not infrequently, many tourists' adventures in Gothenburg's nightlife start here, in the well-stocked bar. The usual starters and main courses are on the menu, as are a number of medium dishes, for those not hungry enough for a full meal. Between April and September the restaurant is also open on Sundays, between 11:30a and 1a. Nearest tram stop: Valand (trams 3, 4, 5, 6, 8). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Australian style and flavours |
Kristinelundsgatan 16 Gothenburg 411 37 Sweden +46 31 81 1812 http://www.dancindingo.se |
Genuine Australian bar and restaurant, owned by an Australian. Dancin' Dingo, in a basement not far from Avenyn, is most popular for the inexpensive beer. The queues outside are long on weekend nights, and there is a definite risk of a loud and rowdy crowd. Every once in a while, there is a live cover band to entertain the bar guests. The food is typically Australian, with large steaks and burgers with names like Bondi Beach Burger and Outback Sirloin Steak. The actual restaurant is quite cozy, with several different rooms and a simple décor. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home to Over 1600 Beers |
Kronhusgatan 2b Gothenburg Sweden +46 (0)31 13 60 70 |
The Delirium Café is home to over 1600 beers. Located behind Kronhusbodarna at the centre of the city, the interior is warm, friendly and always bustling with an eclectic mix of customers. The waitresses are bedecked in t-shirts and suspenders and the bar staff is friendly and very willing to help the customers select a beverage from the enormous beer list. Good food is also on the menu with a separate eating area in the back. There is a good selection of affordable drinks, but you will have to pay a premium for the more exclusive beers. Seating is at long shared tables or at more private four-seaters and there is the option of a very popular balcony area. This bar is a must-see for the seasoned drinker and a relaxing café for everyone else. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautifully situated by Stora Teatern |
Kungsparken Gothenburg 41115 Sweden +46 31 701 7070 |
Figaro is in a cellar vault in Stora Teatern, one of the theatres in the centre of Gothenburg, right where Avenyn starts. The view out towards the canal and Kungsparken is magnificent, especially in the summer when the large outdoor service area is open. There is also a very popular outdoor bar at that time. The food is mixed, with an international touch. There is also a lot of barbecued and grilled food. The restaurant seats about 80 guests, many more if you count the outdoor terrace. The nearest tram stop is Kungsportsplatsen, where trams 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8 stop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional local Italian cuisine |
Kungsgatan 6B Gothenburg 411 19 Sweden +46 31 13 7372 |
In its quiet location in the centre of town; Fontana di Trevi is a romantic oasis within the hustle and bustle of city life. The menu offers a number of Italian delicacies such as prosciutto ham with melon, and tiramisù. Besides fish and meat courses there are also some pasta dishes to choose from; these are slightly cheaper. The restaurant is small and cosy, with large mirrors and Italian curiosities on the walls. The small terrace area is the most romantic part of the restaurant, definitely a good background for a proposal! The nearest tram stop is Järntorget (tram lines 1, 3, 4 and 9), but it is quite a walk from there; it is simpler to take buses 19, 64, 85, 86 or 114 to Esperantoplatsen or splash out on a taxi. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All the Glitz |
Kristinelundsgatan 14 Gothenburg Sweden +46 31 20 4885 http://www.restaurangguiden.se... |
An ideal place to unwind after a hard day at work. This place offers excellent Australian, Italian, French and Spanish wines. The highlight is the after-work buffet that gives your taste buds a real treat. All this and more in a plush ambience with tons of glitz and glamor. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Czech flavor |
Sveagatan 25 Gothenburg 41314 Sweden +46 31 13 6262 http://www.gylleneprag.com |
The name of this place translates into 'Golden Prague'. Gyllene Prag serves traditional Czech food and here's the bonanza...pay for one glass of beer and get an unlimited supply for the evening. No wonder this restaurant has been a popular hangout since the 70s! A Sunday lunch costs 119 SEK including drinks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Drinking time |
Stora Saluhallen Kungstorget Gothenburg 41117 Sweden +46 31 13 3839 |
Hallå Bar is just the place for your favorite refresher. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Theme restaurant with stand-up comedy |
Vasagatan 43 Box 5218 Gothenburg 40224 Sweden +46 31 81 2812 http://www.harrys.se/ |
There is a Harrys in seventeen different towns in Sweden. It is an established brand, and quite a successful one at that. There is not much to say about the food—it is of good quality but not special in any way. The pub offers a nice environment to eat in, but perhaps unsuitable for a romantic dinner. There are regular stand-up comedy evenings at Harrys in Gothenburg: more than one comedian has embarrassed him- or herself here. Happy Harry takes place every weekday between 4p and 7p, Saturdays between 1p and 7p, at which times you can find good offers on both food and drinks. The nearest tram stop is Valand, for tramlines 3, 4, 5, 6, 8. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exclusive, homely feeling |
Haga Nygata 12 Gothenburg 41301 Sweden +46 31 13 4090 |
Right in the middle of Haga, Hemma hos (the equivalent of Chez) has a nice view of the cobbled street and the passersby. Hemma hos emphasises a familiar yet exclusive atmosphere and has a selection of well made, tasty dishes. The décor is simple but at the same time very romantic. The food is better than oher restaurants in Haga generally offer, and therefore also more expensive; but there is also a bar menu with a number of dishes. Nearest tram stop: Hagakyrkan (lines 1, 3, 4 and 9). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unbeatable view of the river |
Stigbergsliden 7 Gothenburg 41463 Sweden +46 31 24 8205 http://www.henriksberg.com |
Henriksberg is a very popular venue for arranging parties, as the amazing views from the roof terrace cannot be beaten by anything else in Gothenburg. The menu offers a lot of seafood. The restaurant is only open at night in the summer; in the winter only lunch is available. But the bar is open year-round. Certain nights are club nights; the DJs play anything from the latest techno to salsa, depending on what night it is. The nearest tram stop is Stigbergstorget, for lines 3, 4 and 9. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wine and Martinis |
Kungstorget 14 Gothenburg Sweden +46 31 13 4555 http://www.herrdahls.nu |
Spend a romantic evening over wine, champagne and cocktails topped with some scrumptious cuisine. The wine collection is extraordinary and extensive and will definitely spoilt you for choice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exclusive and expensive with cheaper bar menu |
Djupedalsgatan 2 Gothenburg 413 07 Sweden +46 31 12 1031 |
Hos Pelle has been awarded an environmental diploma by the City of Gothenburg because of its eco friendly services. The food is modern and expensive and includes a lot of seafood, at least in the starters. There is also duck, several meat dishes and a vegetarian dish that varies according to the season. Hos Pelle is an exclusive restaurant with high standards, holding its own against the competition. There is also a cheaper bar menu for those who would like to sit in the bar area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern Italian-American restaurant and bar |
Kungsportsavenyn 12 Gothenburg 411 36 Sweden +46 31 10 5826 http://www.joefarelli.com |
This is a well designed, modern American restaurant right in the middle of the sunny side of the Avenue. Joe Farellis is one of the more popular restaurants in this area. The menu consists of the usual American dishes, such as burgers, pizza and fajitas. Curious diners can watch the chefs at work — the kitchen and dining area are only separated by a waist-high wall. The bar tends to fill up quickly, too. Many people drop in just for a drink and to enjoy the atmosphere. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cosy cellar with mixed menu |
Karl Gustavsgatan 7 Gothenburg 411 25 Sweden |
Jojo Bar å Kök (Yo—yo bar and kitchen) is in Vasastan, an area well—known for its Asian restaurants. This restaurant is popular among the younger generation, partly for its modest prices but also for its happenings and its bar. Every Wednesday there's live soul music on stage, and on Tuesdays a stand—up comedian entertains the guests. Both nights have free admission. At the weekends there is often a bar DJ, and the music leans towards soul and hip—hop. And in the summer, the outdoor courtyard is often full. Many of Gothenburg's bars and restaurants offer After Work specials on Friday afternoons. At Jojo, this means cheap beer and a free Italian buffet. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Free concerts at least three times a week |
Vallgatan 8 Gothenburg 411 16 Sweden +46 31 13 4308 http://middag.cjb.net/ |
Jord (Earth) is great for seeing local bands, all shows are free. Jord plays on the elements: earth is vegetarian, fire is red meat and grilled foods, air is poultry and water is seafood. Choose from four menus and several main courses with one starter. If you prefer you can even mix them. The restaurant also presents free concerts thrice a week. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Local celebrity DJs |
Viktoriagatan 1 Gothenburg 411 25 Sweden |
Patrons wear black and have long, loud discussions. Tuesdays are reggae nights, on Wednesdays, local celebrities act as DJs. On weekends it tends to get loud here but the atmosphere is merry, not aggressive. The restaurant is the savior of many a poor student as it is possible to order large entrées at reasonable prices. The bouncers are some of the nicest in the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Greek restaurant with large terrace |
Linnégatan 27 Gothenburg 413 04 Sweden +46 31 42 5040 |
Knossos is right in the centre of Linnégatan, and is a large, pleasant restaurant specialising in Greek cuisine. The terrace is large and quite crowded in the summer. There is also a large non-smoking area inside the restaurant. There are a variety of dishes to choose from. The prices are slightly higher than at the other Greek restaurants in Gothenburg, but this is also a larger restaurant. Between 5pm and 7pm every weekday they have After Work offers, which means you get a plate of souvlaki and a beer at a slightly lower price than usual. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wine and Dine |
Viktoriagatan 12 Gothenburg Sweden +46 31 701 7979 http://www.kockwin.se |
Good wine, great food and flowing conversation are perfect ingredients for a rocking timeout. All this and much more are assured at Kock and Vin. The menu promises to tickle the palate of every gourmet with sea food and meat preperations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Established Gothenburg restaurant |
Vasagatan 58 Gothenburg 41137 Sweden +46 31 13 7988 |
Kometen has lived past its heyday. But its central location between the Avenue and Heden still makes it easy for people to find the restaurant. There are many different starters and several fish and meat dishes to choose from. And even if most of the à la carte dishes are available in children's portions, there is a children's menu. All kids are offered ice cream after their meal. The nearest tram stop is Valand, where trams 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8 stop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exclusive restaurant and antique shop |
Tredje Långgatan 13 Gothenburg 413 03 Sweden +46 31 24 2003 |
Exclusive restaurant in Linnéstan where the guests get to take the table home with them—if they pay for it. The restaurant is famous among the people of Gothenburg and it has figured in several books and been seen in a couple of movies as well. Right next door is the antique shop, which collaborates with the restaurant. It is possible to buy the furniture you are using. The food is expensive and top-notch, and the guests always come first. For example, they are allowed to keep their own private wines in the cellar, which anyway already contains several hundred bottles for diners to choose from. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular lunch restaurant with live music |
Värmlandsgatan 18 Gothenburg 41328 Sweden +46 31 12 5549 |
Louice has live music every Friday and Saturday. Apart from the live music, the lunches are the big draw. This place is usually full at lunchtime, mostly because the eatery offers speedy service and three different specials to choose from. The menu is international, with everything from wok to pasta dishes. Of course, there is also plenty of traditional Swedish cooking. The nearest tram stop is Järntorget. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern restaurant with set menu prices |
Magasinsgatan 8 Gothenburg 411 18 Sweden +46 31 13 3000 |
Choose from seafood and pasta starters, two course and three course menus here. Go for starters, such as chicken liver parfait or risotto with parmesan, portabello and truffle salami, and proceed to main courses made with an immense amount of ingredients, and a variety of tasty desserts. The restaurant is quite small, with a square bar in the middle of the room and a loft filled with large cushions above the cloakroom. During summer the courtyard seating area opens, and then there is a bar outside as well. The closest tram stop is Grönsakstorget. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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French/Italian restaurant in Linnéstan |
Nordenskiöldsgatan 28 Gothenburg 41309 Sweden +46 31 14 4553 http://www.manfreds.o.se/ |
Manfred's is a kind of exclusive pub/restaurant that specialises in the Mediterranean cuisine, something that fits the style of the Linnéstan area perfectly. The lunch specials always consist of solid, traditional Swedish cooking, though the evening menu is more elegant. The Sunday dinners tend to be more international. The décor is unpretentious, the atmosphere pleasant and the food relatively inexpensive. A tile stove in one of the corners of the restaurant increases Manfred's coziness. The nearest tram stops are Järntorget for lines 1, 3, 4 and 9, or Linnéplatsen (line 1 and 2). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bar with small menu |
Nordstan Box 11433 Gothenburg 404 29 Sweden +46 31 15 4044 |
Murveln is slang for "Journalist"; at one time this place may have been teeming with them, but it certainly is not today. The clientele are a varied bunch, most of whom come for a drink and perhaps some food. In the daytime they can be tired shoppers dropping by for an afternoon beer; in the evenings anyone will show up. This is because Murveln is in the middle of Nordstan, by daylight a large shopping mall, but at night a shelter from the cold or a shortcut to the railway station. Many come for the different casino and lottery games. Murveln offers cheap lunches, and a special of the week is available. The food is typically Swedish, while beer and spirits are the main items. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Party at crowded soul club |
Kungsportsavenyn 9 Gothenburg 411 36 Sweden +46 31 701 8090 |
Newly renovated, Nivå has a modern, fresh look. It gets loud and crowded on weekends, though the music is low until 11p. On Wednesday nights popular club Soul Train takes over, with DJs in costume. The kitchen offers ordinary Swedish dishes and pasta. Most come here for drinks and happy hour takes place on weekdays between 4p and 7p when beer costs real cheap and free snacks abound. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eastern Asian kitchen with Thai touches |
Viktoriagatan 2B Gothenburg 411 25 Sweden +46 31 13 8800 |
Noon is located in Vasastan, an area in Gothenburg famous for its Southeast Asian restaurants. Noon is among the best of these. The menu consists mainly of Thai food. There are a variety of dishes to choose from, but the portions are not that generous. The décor is minimalist, as it is at most modern restaurants. The outside terrace is very popular during the summer, as it is situated on the sunny side of the street. The bar is also quite popular, especially on Friday and Saturday nights, when they have a DJ. The nearest tram stop is Vasa/Viktoriagatan, trams 2 and 3 stop here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Little Bit of English Fun |
Nordhemsgatan 19a Gothenburg 41328 Sweden +46 031 14 47 87 http://www.nottinghill.se |
The Notting Hill is an English pub situated about two minutes away from Jarntoget, a square near Haga. On Tuesdays and Sundays it plays host to a very popular pub quiz. On those nights the bar will usually be packed from 6p onwards. The rest of the week this can be a great place for a quiet drink, and during the weekends it is often busy with English speakers out for a night on the town. A blackboard behind the bar lists the extensive weekly drink specials. There is a full food menu available including scrumptious burgers. The pub is small but if you get a seat you can enjoy a reasonably priced beer in comfort. - Gerry Coburn Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sports bar with 30 monitors |
Östra Hamngatan 37 Gothenburg 411 10 Sweden +46 31 711 5519 http://www.olearys.se |
An American sports bar with 30 TVs and three giant screens, O'Learys attracts the true sports fans, offering also a typical American menu. The chain has branches in many Swedish towns but the one in Gothenburg was the first. The two-storey restaurant has several bars and even though the main attractions here are beer and sports, it is possible to have a really good meal. The large selection goes from Chicken Thai to chicken wings, covering everything in between. The décor is typical, with plenty of pictures, sports paraphernalia and red-and-white chequered tablecloths. The personnel is service-minded the American way, dropping by every few minutes to check that everything is satisfactory. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Very musical Wild West |
Tredje Långgatan 16 Gothenburg 413 03 Sweden +46 31 42 6080 http://www.oakleys.nu |
Oakley's Country club is a show restaurant where anything can happen. Suddenly the waiters and waitresses begin to sing and dance for the guests. And what better fits this American phenomenon than food from the different corners of the USA? But it covers more than just spare ribs and T-bone steaks. Ostrich burgers "Roadrunner style" one of the many interesting dishes on the menu. And should the guests be overwhelmed by the different choices, there are three set three-course menus. The décor is old-world American, and the performers wear clothes to match. The nearest Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pub with varied menu |
Plantagegatan 1 Gothenburg 41305 Sweden +46 31 42 6092 |
Old Beefeater Inn is kept in a British style and offers many dishes (some of which are actually American). The little pub close to Järntorget is better known as a pub than as a restaurant. There are plenty of different beers, but the main area of interest and knowledge is in fact whiskey, preferably of the Scotch malt variety. There is an à la carte menu, and one with Beefeater specials, which include fish and chips, burgers and sandwiches. Unlike many other bars, Beefeater also has a list of bar snacks, with such things as fries with dips and sausage platters. The nearest tram stop is Järntorget, where lines 1, 3, 4 and 9 stop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Billiards, Internet café, restaurant and nightclub |
Ekelundsgatan 9-11 Gothenburg 41118 Sweden +46 31 13 8482 http://www.palatset.com |
This is an entertainment centre with a lot to choose from, including an internet café, billiards, darts, a restaurant, bar and a nightclub. The menu is simple, featuring lots of meat, in the form of a hamburger platter, chicken grilled on a spit and more. For those organising a corporate party, there are two buffets that can be served; one is Tex-Mex, the other American. On the nightclub scene, Palatset has become a place to reckon with. Two major clubs have moved to the restaurant and organise 80s parties and other happenings here. The nearest tram stop is Grönsakstorget, where lines 1, 2, 4, 7, and 9 stop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pasta cellar and restaurant |
Kungsportsavenyn 1 Gothenburg 411 36 Sweden +46 31 13 0559 |
Papa Joe's location is unbeatable - at least for tourists. The restaurant is situated right at the bottom of Avenyn, where the shopping district ends and the cultural area begins. This is the best place for a restaurant. The menu does not offer any surprises, but that doesn't mean that the food is not good. Besides the meat and fish dishes (which consist mostly of scampi), there is a pasta menu with many different dishes to choose from. There is also a vegetarian alternative, which varies from day to day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizzeria with midnight menu and a bit more |
Kristinelundsgatan 13 Gothenburg 411 37 Sweden +46 31 18 4478 |
This restaurant has, as the name suggests, several prints of Picasso's artwork in the dining area. But the food itself is not very different from that of many other restaurants in Gothenburg. The menu is large and varied, most dishes are available in half-portions and apart from the regular main courses there is also a pizza and a pasta menu. Many of the dishes are available for take-away. And for anyone who like munchies late at night, there is a midnight menu, offered from 11p, with everything from olives to chili-marinated chicken and desserts. Picasso also sells cigars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Turn-of-the-century setting |
Linnégatan 32 Gothenburg 41304 Sweden +46 31 24 0890 |
This building is over a hundred years old and was decorated in a style typical of that period. The owners have striven to recreate this environment with hand-printed wallpaper, benches stuck to the walls, panels and mahogany furniture. The menu, however, is not outdated; in fact the restaurant strives to be innovative. It is a sister restaurant to the more exclusive 28+, but uses simpler ingredients and has lower prices. The large veranda is extremely popular in the summer. The view of Linnéstan is magnificent and the antique setting inside a perfect complement. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fish and chips and live music |
Kungsportsavenyn 6 Gothenburg 41136 Sweden +46 31 10 5827 / +46 31 10 5812 http://www.rosecrown.com |
This is an English pub on Avenyn, serving a large variety of beers, both draught and bottled. It may all seem confusing to the uninitiated customer, but the staff is happy to assist anyone with problems in choosing. The food is typically English, with things like fish and chips and sandwiches on offer. The décor is very pub-like, and sports fans can follow the British football league from the TV screens in the bar. Quite frequently, there are live performers playing cover versions of Brit hits. The closest tram stop is Valan. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Former steamship offering food and sauna |
Packhuskajen 8 Gothenburg 41113 Sweden +46 31 10 5965 |
S/S Marieholm is the last of the Swedish America Line's fleet still in Sweden, and still bears the shipping company's colours and chimney mark. Now, however, there is a large dining room, veranda bar, pool with sauna and conference room onboard. The restaurant is closed in the evenings during the winter months. But even if S/S Marieholm offers the daily lunches that are so common in Sweden all year round, it still has a few more expensive dishes on the side to choose from. The nearest tram stop is Lilla Bommen, served by tramline 5 and several buses. It is, however, not far from Brunnsparken, where most trams stop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional Swedish food at reasonable prices |
Vasaplatsen 3 Gothenburg 411 24 Sweden +46 31 13 2247 http://www.smaka.se |
Good, traditional dishes are served here for modest prices in a dark blue milieu. The design is simple yet impressive, as is the food. Smaka (Taste) has received many points from local food critics. The Swedish meatballs here are famous. The bar is very popular, especially on Fridays and Saturdays. There is an After Work hour on Fridays where guests are offered a free buffet and cheap beer and wine. It may get a bit rowdy, and perhaps crowded, but if all you want is a meal, you will not be disturbed if you arrive around nine. It seldom gets noisy before ten. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Artists' hangout |
Berzeliigatan 12 Gothenburg 41253 Sweden |
Stage Door is the place where actors and musicians hang out (as you might guess from the name). Or at least the performing arts students—the restaurant is not very far from Artisten, the University of Gothenburg's artistic centre. The menu offers a variety of different dishes and specialities. From Mexican food and burgers to pasta and salads. The prices are very reasonable and the premises large, so it can get pretty loud as the evening progresses, but the atmosphere is jovial. The closest tram stop is Berzeliigatan. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bricks both inside and out |
Övre Majorsgatan 4 Gothenburg 413 08 Sweden +46 31 42 2844 |
Tegel Matsal & Balkong means "Brick Dining Room and Balcony", which is exactly what this is! Its odd interiors with its brick walls, pillars and large windows creates a feeling of eating outdoors. This is accentuated by the small waterfall tinkling in the background. The balcony has large leather sofas and this is where guests are encouraged to have their coffee after dinner. Traditionally Swedish is served up, but the chefs are not opposed to experimentation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Restaurant and bar in Saluhallen |
Saluhallen 24 Gothenburg 41117 Sweden +46 31 711 5566 |
Till Salu, which means "For Sale", buys a lot of its raw materials in Saluhallen, the covered market right next door to this restaurant. This is evident on the menu. It includes a variety of meat dishes, grilled on lava stones; you decide which vegetables and what kind of potato you want to go with the meat. Brunch is served on weekends and includes everything from the more traditional bacon and eggs to chicken salad and heavy desserts. The weekends see a DJ behind the bar, playing hits from the 1980s and early 90s. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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First-class restaurant, nightclub and concert venue |
Nya Allén Gothenburg 411 38 Sweden +46 31 10 2080 http://www.tradgarn.se/ |
Trädgår'n (The Garden) is called Brädgår'n (The Lumber Yard) by those in Gothenburg who don't like the look of the place. And the large building does bear a strong resemblance to a pile of planks, but it is a very popular part of Gothenburg's nightlife. It is also one of the few nightclubs in town that stay open till 5a on Friday and Saturday nights. It is partly owned by the brothers Jonas and Anders Dahlbom, chefs well known both in Sweden and internationally. Therefore, the food is top-notch. The business lunch on weekdays is greatly appreciated by those working in the centre of town, as is having a bite before a concert. The nightclub and concert area easily fits 1300 people; the enormous room has a laser light system that people travel from far and wide to experience. The nightclub is open till 3a, but the restaurant closes earlier. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Little Cafe |
Kyrkogatan 38 Gothenburg 41115 Sweden +46 31 711 6220 http://www.hotelvanilj.se/ |
This small cafe-bar is a part of the Hotel Vanilj which is a small family-owned budget guesthouse. Here you will be served breakfast and light meals. In the summertime, you can enjoy your breakfast in the garden. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Southeast Asian restaurant with popular bar and nightclub |
Viktoriagatan 3 Gothenburg 411 24 Sweden +46 31 13 2000 |
Definitely the place for a party, but at the same time this place is cozy for diner too. The food is Southeast Asian, with a focus on Thai cuisine. The reason most people come here, however, is for the bar and nightclub. Venue strives for a cool nightclub feeling with two bars, a dance floor and a DJ. Friday is gay night, with the compulsory drag queens and cocktail specials. The guests take advantage of the dance floor every night—a few might find it too cramped. And the long queue outside bears witness to Venue's popularity. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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American all the way |
Götgatan 14-16 Box 11472 Gothenburg 40430 Sweden +46 31 80 6670 http://www.warehouse.se |
Warehouse has a 100 percent American concept, fitting as it is located in Nordstan, a shopping complex worthy of mall status. The food at Warehouse consists of Tex-Mex, BLTs, steaks, barbecued ribs and burgers, and plenty of them. For lunch, an all-you-can-eat buffet offers a selection of dishes from the normal menu and several different pan pizzas. The nearest tram stop is Brunnsparken, past which all lines go. Review © 2007, Wcities |