Gastronomic experiences

Touch of Småland, locally produced, umami burgers or Japanese dishes?

Restaurant guide

Växjö is a mecca when it comes to food and gastronomy, and you could spend your entire visit here just eating. Here are some tips that you can check out during your stay in Växjö.

  • PM & Vänner. Choose between bistro and fine dining. The restaurant is inspired by forest, meadow and lake and the fine dine-restaurant has a star in Guide Michelin. PM & Vänner were also awarded a Grand Award from Wine Spectator and is listed in White Guide. PM & Vänner is a must for those who are intrested in food. → PM restauranger
  • Urbant Smak. To eat is to travel. At Smak you can choose street food-inspired food and drinks from all continents. Either you share several dishes with your company, or you can have two-three small dishes on your own. Welcome to the whole world, in Växjö. → Urbant smak.
  • Kafé de luxe. A meeting point for those who are interested in food and culture. Nice suits, people in their work outfits, board game playing high school students and many others gather here. Kafé de luxe is a restaurant offering both international and local cuisine, locally produced food, wine from small yards and second hand furniture. On the menu you will find tarte flambée, burgers and many vegetarian options. The restaurant is mentioned in White Guide. → Kafe de luxe.
  • Massimo. Massimo is a restaurant where you experience real Italian food. First class Italian dishes in combination with carefully selected wines. Enjoy your meal in a relaxed environment while watching the chefs work in the open kitchen. Restaurang Massimo
  • Kök 11. This is a perfect place if you are looking for a generous and luxurious home cooking lunch. You will find Kök 11 a short walk from the Arena City.  → Kök 11.
  • Izakaya Moshi. An izakaya is a japanese pub or “slink-in”. They can be luxurious or simple but the well-prepared small dishes are always in the center. Inspiration comes from Japan but also from Vietnam, Korea and China. The restaurant is listed in White Guide. → Izakaya Moshi
  • Venezia. Viva Italia! Welcome to a restaurant that has served Italian food to the people and visitors in Växjö since 1974. Venezia
  • The Social Bar & Bistro. The restaurant is located by a hotel and offers a classic bistro menu, with a modern twist! → The Social Bar & Bistro
  • Umami monkey. If you love hamburger, this is the place for you! With inspiration from Marc O’Polos journeys, they offer different flavors from all the world. Umami Monkey
  • Teleborgs Castle. Have you ever wondered what it’s like to dine in a fairytale castle? Find out at Växjös beautiful castle! → Teleborgs slott
  • Signatur. Welcome to a casual dining, inspired by the seasons raw material. → Restaurang Signatur 

You find more of Växjö’s restaurants at the website www.upplev.vaxjo.se