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Gourmet in Halmstad
In Halmstad we have several restaurants that value that little bit extra – in terms of both culinary pleasure and atmosphere. Below we have tips about places for those who want a visit to a restaurant to be a complete experience that is out of the ordinary. Here you will find everything from charming Scandinavian to stylish Asian fusion.
There is a map showing the restaurants on the list at the bottom of the page.

Photo: Hummër Grill & Bar
Hummër Grill & Bar
Hummër Grill and Bar (Swe) External link, opens in new window. in Storgatan serves high-quality meat and lobster with delightful accompaniments made from fresh ingredients. Here you can order classic Surf & Turf as well as tasty charcuterie. Other dishes include Swedish entrecote and summer cabbage gruyere. Meat of the best quality is hung until it reaches perfection. Wondering how the name is pronounced? Simple – like a happy mood! Exactly how you feel after an evening at Hummër.
Restaurang Tylöhus
Want to get out of town and enjoy the glittering sea and views of beautiful sandy beaches? Then you should visit Restaurant Tylöhus (Swe) External link, opens in new window. – Hotel Tylösand's (Swe) External link, opens in new window. most prestigious restaurant. Here the chefs offer a classic Swedish menu with their own twist from carefully selected ingredients. You can count on an inspiring dining experience in the best possible west coast environment.

Restaurang Fyr
Restaurang Fyr
On one of Sweden’s most beautiful coastal spots, just a stone’s throw from Tylön, Jacob Holmström and his wife Emelie Leijon have opened Restaurang Fyr External link, opens in new window.–a gastronomic experience for all the senses that will make anyone happy. Expect wonderful and exciting flavors, stunning presentations, and the soothing sounds of the sea and crackling fire. Returning to his hometown, Jacob does so with ambition: the goal is for Fyr to become one of Sweden’s best restaurants. Open to everyone, all year round. The menu features expertly crafted dishes from both land and sea, with a strong focus on fish and shellfish–always prepared with carefully selected ingredients.
Grand Bistrobar
At Grand’s Bistrobar(swe) External link, opens in new window. on Stationsgatan 44, you can enjoy carefully crafted seasonal bistro dishes designed to surprise and delight your taste buds. The menu is influenced by flavors from Southern Europe and the Riviera, combined with classic Swedish local tastes. How about the chef’s specialty, “Henke’s Moules,” or a five-course tasting menu?

Pio Matsal & Bar. Photo: Stefan Mjellander
Pio Restaurang & Bar
At Pio Restaurang & Bar (swe) External link, opens in new window. and bar you will find yourself in a room dating back to the 1850s, with the vision of encouraging local producers so as to achieve a living countryside. Here the aim is that you will have a wonderful experience with good service in a comfortable environment. The food is prepared from fresh, locally produced ingredients, and the menu blends the traditional and the trendy. The dining experience at Pio is constantly changing as the menu follows the seasons. However, the well-known plank is a classic that has become a fixture on the menu – it was first made in 1970!
Fridolfs Krog
The friendly Fridolfs Krog (Swe) External link, opens in new window. in Brogatan is characterised by well-prepared, locally produced food and good service in true tavern spirit. Enjoy a well-composed tasting menu ranging from three to six dishes. Or choose something from the à la carte menu – there are also good vegetarian options.

Bread on Wine
At Torntorget, with a magical view over the Nissan River, you’ll find Bread on Wine (swe) External link, opens in new window.–a wine bar inspired by the flavors of Italy and Argentina. In addition to a carefully curated wine list, you can enjoy high-quality dishes designed for sharing around the table. How about tapas, sourdough pizza with truffle cream and oyster mushrooms, or grilled dry-aged sirloin with chimichurri.Niclas Robertsson, the owner of Bread on Wine, loves the joy that comes from sharing food and wine around a table–and that sense of togetherness is what truly defines Bread on Wine.
Restaurang Kakel Kök & Bar
Restaurang Kakel Kök & Bar (Swe) External link, opens in new window. serves delicious dishes of different sizes with a menu that reflects the season. Here you can socialise with friends over a bite to eat – either at the bar or at a table. If you are a large group, you can take the opportunity to mix and order your own selection of dishes. You can find your way here by heading towards Lilla Torg.

Franz Bistro at Hotel Mårtenson
Franz Bistro
With flavors from every corner of the world, step into a charming and elegant setting where 1920s style meets modern design. At Hotell Mårtenson’s Franz Bistro External link, opens in new window., you can enjoy delicious and exciting dishes with global influences– even at lunchtime. The menu shifts between classic favorites and innovative creations, paired with chilled drinks perfectly matched to dishes that change daily
Yoss
You can visit Yoss (swe) External link, opens in new window. for both casual weekdays and festive occasions. This family-owned restaurant with a classic international character offers a kitchen full of versatile dishes inspired by flavors from around the world. Choose from a wide selection on the à la carte menu—fish and seafood, meat, or poultry. You won’t be disappointed. Every evening, there are special offers for those who want to try something new.

Bistro Jarlen
Bistro Jarlen
At the neighbourhood restaurant Bistro Jarlen (Swe) External link, opens in new window. in Fredsgatan you can enjoy good food with influences from both Swedish and French cuisine. The walls are currently decorated with art from The PhotoGallery External link, opens in new window. and here you will find a lovely atmosphere with a French bistro feel. The menu is characterised by high quality ingredients and here the passion for both cooking and wine is evident.
Restaurant Vattnet
Restaurant Vattnet (swe) External link, opens in new window. is located in the heart of Halmstad, right by the Nissan River. Here, you can enjoy locally sourced food and drinks in a modern and cozy setting. The restaurant offers a varied menu with dishes to satisfy different tastes, from lighter lunch options to more filling dinners. On weekends, they also serve a popular brunch. With its outdoor seating by the water, Vattnet is the perfect spot for both everyday meals and special occasions.
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