Where to Eat in Gavle: The Best Restaurants and Bars

January 14, 2018 Augustus Redeker

Gävle [ˈjɛːvlɛ] is a city in Sweden, the seat of Gävle Municipality and the capital of Gävleborg County. It had 99,576 inhabitants in September 2016, which makes it the 13th most populated city in Sweden. It is the oldest city in the historical Norrland (Sweden's Northern Lands), having received its charter in 1446 from Christopher of Bavaria. However, Gävle is far nearer the greater Stockholm region than it is to the other major settlements in Norrland.
Things to do in Gavle

1. Church street saloon

Kyrkogatan 11, Gavle, Sweden Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Bar, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner, Late Night +46 26 12 62 11
Excellent
30%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 196 reviews

Church street saloon

Reviewed By THylde - Copenhagen

If you look for fancy, contemporary food, boy, you're in the wrong place. If you - on the other hand - are out for some Super Great Steaks, Ribs or so, well, then look no further. The Food is Super, the ambience authentic and the Service amonst the best - in the cosy way. I highly recommend this gem.

2. Brasserie Absint

N. Slottsg. 9 | Clarion Hotel Winn Gävle, Gavle 801 38, Sweden Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi European, Swedish Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night HK$118 - HK$243 +46 26 64 70 00
Excellent
40%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 101 reviews

Brasserie Absint

A traditional Brasseri meny

Reviewed By Emvelly

I definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a great brunch. There is so many different types of breakfast and lunch foods - you'll leave full! It's also great because you can order a mimosa at the bar to add to the experience. Good service and a good atmosphere!

3. Matildas Kvarterskog

Timmermansg. 23, Gavle 802 52, Sweden Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Highchairs Available European, Swedish, Scandinavian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Late Night +46 26 62 53 49
Excellent
67%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 198 reviews

Matildas Kvarterskog

Reviewed By khoward67

Wow! The food here was absolutely fantastic.
The bread variety that was brought to the table was fresh and delicious. A nice complimentary starter.
We had the crispy pork (Broiled pork belly) with pureed potatoes and vegetables, Moules Frites (mussels) in a mouth-watering light cream sauce served with chips, filet of beef with au gratin potatoes, and turbot (fish) also with au gratin potatoes.
Everything was cooked to perfection, and each bite was filled with flavor. The crispy pork was one of the Top 10 things I have ever had in my life.
We didn't have Reservations on Saturday night so we couldn't sit inside, but we were able to eat outside under the awning with the heaters turned on. Our waiter could have been friendlier but he was okay.
I see why this is one of, if not THE, best restaurants in Gavle. It is expensive, but absolutely worth it if you are looking for an amazing meal.
We were dressed somewhat casually, and it was fine. As the evening went on people were more dressed up as they came in.

4. Hogbo Brukshotell

Hans Hiertas vag 20, Gavle 811 22, Sweden Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible European, Swedish, Scandinavian Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast HK$1,224 +46 26 24 52 00
Excellent
60%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 61 reviews

Hogbo Brukshotell

Reviewed By Phayao13 - Stockholm

A restaurant that signals food pleasure. The small shop before restaurants shows that you take their ingredients seriously, several locally produced delicacies.Missed lunch with a few minutes, but a small menu is available for afternoon visitors.Beautiful presentation and fresh vegetables make the meal excellent.Art galleries and skincare items for sale in nearby buildings will be a nice stop after the meal.

5. Helt Enkelt Bar & Kok

3 Norra Kungsgatan, Gavle 803 20, Sweden Takeout, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Accepts Credit Cards Bar, European, Swedish, Scandinavian, International, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Late Night +46 26 12 06 04
Excellent
38%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 266 reviews

Helt Enkelt Bar & Kok

Reviewed By Jon M

A Monday evening and most of town was closed but happily for us not Helt Enkelt. Three choices in a vegetarian section on the menu and all delicious and thoughtfully prepared. Roast cauliflower with hummus; asparagus tortellini with sage butter and almonds; haloumi burger with sweet potato chips. Portions seemed small but were rich and filling. with Deserts we paid 280sek a head. Worth it!

6. Kalles bar och grill

Timmermansgatan 21, Gavle, Sweden Reservations European, Swedish Dinner, Late Night +46 26 61 29 00
Excellent
57%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 115 reviews

Kalles bar och grill

Reviewed By Waleyra - Falun, Sweden

The service was okey, we had reserved a table but when we came we had to wait another 10-15 minutes for it to get ready. No big deal really but that evening it felt annoying.
The food was delicious including the starters and desert. I think it's a nice restaurant but very loudly though there is no music playing in the background.
I would visit it again anyways!

7. Grands Veranda

28 Kyrkogatan | Elite Grand Hotel, Gavle 803 11, Sweden Full Bar, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards European, Swedish, Scandinavian, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +46 26 400 73 16
Excellent
33%
Good
56%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
5%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 72 reviews

Grands Veranda

Experience a unique setting on the Grands Veranda with panoramic windows overlooking the Rantakatu and Gavlean. The restaurant serves classic food with a modern twist. The porch also has a bar that becomes a natural gathering place for those who appreciate good service and want to relax with a beer, a glass of wine or an exciting cocktail. Here is played lounge music or live piano. Everything for you to relax and enjoy with your party. Welcome!

Reviewed By Graeme P - Bourton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom

Had a meal here with two business colleagues and everything was really good. Food is of excellent quality, well presented and very tasty. I had the cod cheek which is hard to cook well, but was perfect! It's not the cheapest restaurant in town, but if you want cheap, go to McDonalds! The atmosphere was great and the serving staff good (although a little slow noticing you when it got busy). Surroundings are cosy, but elegant...highly recommended.

8. Aktern & Foren

58 Sjaaaregatan, Gavle 803 02, Sweden Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff Italian, Pizza, European, Contemporary, Street Food, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner, Lunch +46 26 420 93 37
Excellent
52%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 117 reviews

Aktern & Foren

Reviewed By Smalgangen - Oslo

This nice restaurant is located a bit «off the beaten track», don’t let that stop you from visiting! Me and my partner both had pizza that was pefectly prepared. Thin and crusty with interesting toppings, like lamb and wild boar sausages. Limited winelist with reasonably priced wines. Service very friendly but maybe a little bit slow

9. Restaurang Soders Kalla

Sodra Kansligatan 22, Gavle 802 52, Sweden Reservations Dinner, Lunch +46 70 377 08 60
Excellent
64%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 45 reviews

Restaurang Soders Kalla

Reviewed By Katrin L - Gävle

A relatively new restaurant that focuses on organic, ecological and locally produced food. But they do it with a feel for food, for flavour and presentation. Everything I have tried there has been very tasty, from the soup at lunch to the three-course meals at dinner. They also concentrate on organic wines, and they have succeeded quite well in finding some good ones to go with the food. They had live music last I was there, a pianist that played just loud enough to hear but did not disturb our conversation. Top 3 in Gävle definitely. Top 2 even!

10. Vinkrogen

12 Norra Koepmangatan, Gavle 803 11, Sweden Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Credit Cards European, Wine Bar, Scandinavian Drinks, Dinner HK$86 - HK$581 +46 26 12 20 01
Excellent
81%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 102 reviews

Vinkrogen

In 2014, Anders and Camilla took over the restaurant premises and opened the doors to Vinkrogen. Located on a well-known restaurant address in Gävle. They wanted to create the first dedicated wine bar with a dining area. Here is a place for all who love the combination of food & drinks where "sensory" is a keyword. Opening hours are wednesday through saturday from 5:00pm to about 01:00am. Please make a reservation when you visit for the best experience, but it is always okay to just drop-in. The venue consists of a dining room for about 32 seated guests, a wine bar with Seating for 30 guests and a chambre separee adjacent to the dining room for parties up to 22 guests.

Reviewed By ntscand - Gavle, Sweden

On arrival we were shown straight to our table. The waiter spoke excellent English with a charming Australian accent which was understandable after one month in that country. We all ordered the five course taster and the wine to go with it. Amazing food, portions sufficient that we were very satisfied when leaving. This was really a meal to remember.
The wine prices per bottle were very expensive but choosing the wine taster we avoided that cost.
I would warmly recommend this restaurant to friends, couples, business people but not to families with young or even teen children.
Only drawback of an amazing experience was the one wine that we thought was off and undrinkable. The waiter informed us that it was a special type of wine that two people before us had not complained about. To avoid spoiling a wonderful evening we let it go.
If you want a culinary experience I strongly recommend this wonderful place.

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