Malmö's best restaurant experiences

Cosmopolitan in Malmö

Delicious - and Instagram-friendly - medium-sized dishes and a top-notch wine list are the order of the day at popular MJ's. Sit in the dining room surrounded by plants that grow to the top of the high glass ceiling, or in comfy velvet sofas in the cocktail bar.

French-inspired charm

Dreaming of the south of France? Visit this intimate neighbourhood restaurant in classic bistro style complete with rustic wooden floors, white tablecloths and classic dishes such as oysters and steak frites. Combine with French wines, many of them biodynamic.

Street food, Hong Kong-style

Köket Lu describe themselves as a typically chaotic Hong Kong restaurant. The menu consists of excellent steetfood dishes. Their signature dish is duck but we also recommend the crispy pork and their stir-fried beef with noodles. Their vegetarian options are also delicious.

Big-city buzz

Bastard have charmed their way into the hearts of Malmö foodies since they opened, with their open kitchen showcasing chefs' creations from pig's head terrine to beetroots and nettles. The icing on the cake are the knowledgeable staff who are passionate about food and can recommend great drinks pairings, from delicious natural wines and craft beers to zingy cocktails.

Bubbles and other goodies

A restaurant with delightful decor in a historic part of town that focuses on champagne bodes extremely well. The food menu changes regularly according to the seasons and the prevailing mood, but there's always something for all tastes and for vegetarians as well as carnivores - and everything they serve is guaranteed to pair perfectly with champagne.

"Malmhattan"

Marcus Samuelsson's Manhattan-influenced restaurant at the top of the Clarion Hotel & Congress Malmö Live combines "fun dining" with magnificent views over Malmö. International dishes such as jerk chicken and slow-cooked pork belly are made from local ingredients and you can sip a cocktail in the sky bar alongside before or after your meal.

Lyrical evenings

Whether you end up sitting by the green-tiled open kitchen or down in the cosy cellar, you've always hit the jackpot with a reservation at Lyran. The concept is all about a passion for top quality natural ingredients, creating suprising flavour combinations from the produce listed on any particular day. The wine list follows the same natural philosophy.

Korean/Swedish fun dining

Swedish ingredients dance in Korean flavours at Namu, where a playful cooking with a big heart are the name of the game and traditional Korean elements go hand in hand with western features. Decor-wise, high bar stools and tables alternate with low tables and floor cushions for dinner with an authentic Korean touch.

Modern Mexican

Latin-American food is one of the hottest cuisines right now and that's exactly what you'll get at Marcus Samuelsson's second restaurant within the Clarion Hotel & Congress Malmö Live. Share some dishes and sides and sip tequila or mezcal from the bar, surrounded by industrial chic decor with Mexican elements.

Basquian summer nights in Malmö

Pintxos are hot, particularly when enjoyed al fresco at Escama on a warm spring or summer's day. The Basque Country's tapas tradition means plenty of fish and shellfish along with a hefty dose of southern European culinary culture. Drop by for Spanish and Portugese wines, a laid-back atmosphere and the feeling of long, lazy summer evenings all year round.

Chinese cuisine at atmospheric restaurant

Malmö's oldest Chinese restaurant takes diners on a flavour journey through the country's various cuisines in stylish, atmospheric surroundings. Tuck into everything from dumplings and steamed vegetables to Peking duck, served under red lanterns in either the light dining room or on cushions around low tables in smaller, cosier side rooms.

Elegant small dishes

To keep things spontaneous Mutantur doesn't accept reservations, so when you're in the mood for delicious, elegant food, just drop by. The menu is relatively long and consists of smaller dishes - from falafel balls with truffles to exclusive caviar - which you can combine to create a tasting menu.