7 Best Restaurants in Goteborg (Gothenburg), Sweden

Located inside an old post office that's now the Clarion Hotel Post, Norda combines American-east-coast style with locally sourced ingredients from Sweden's west coast. The menu, overseen by superstar chef Marcus Samuelsson, includes such classics as poached cod, shrimp sandwiches, and Norda's special hamburgers, which are made with locally sourced beef topped with caramelized onions and Gruyère cheese.

Step down from the street into this former wine-and-cheese cellar to find an elegant restaurant owned by two of the best chefs in Göteborg. Finely set tables, flickering candles, and country-style artwork evoke the mood of a rustic French bistro. Italian and Asian flavors blend their way into the impeccable Swedish dishes; choose a five- or seven-course meal, or take your pick a la carte. Note that one of the best wine cellars in Sweden is at your disposal.

Familjen's trendy warm red and green minimalist interior, along with friendly staff who manage its often-packed house with grace, both help make it one of the best restaurants in town for sampling rustic west coast–style cooking. Menus are dictated by the availability of fresh seasonal ingredients and change regularly. Try one of the three-course menus for a complete meal with well-matched flavors.

Decorated in light-colored wood with red accents, Koka provides a cozy setting for a special night out. Choose between fixed menus of three, five, or seven courses infused with flavors from the farms, forests, and waters of West Sweden. Preselected wine packages are designed to accompany each menu, but the knowledgeable staff will gladly suggest other options if you prefer.

The thoroughly modern Pinchos takes into account the country's love for mobile technology by taking all orders through an app that diners can download onto their mobile phones. The tapas-style dishes include marinated chicken skewers, pork dumplings, Korean barbecue ribs, Caribbean fish tacos, fried prawns, quesadillas, halloumi fries, vegan spring rolls, mushroom risotto, and other international selections.

An iconic restaurant since 1934, "The Comet" is a feel-good haven for celebrities and locals alike, who come to dine on simple yet delicious seafood fare and classic Swedish dishes. Original paintings and chandeliers along with dark mahogany and red upholstery give it a 1940s saloon feel.

Arguably one of the best seafood restaurants in Sweden, this icon remains a leading champion of west-coast fish. In the delightful oak-beamed dining room, part of a 200-year-old renovated shipping warehouse, you can eat carefully presented, delicious fish dishes with a classical local touch. In summer you can enjoy the sea air while dining on the outdoor terrace.