Best Restaurants near Do the North

Perched on the scenic Vikbolandet coast, Arkösunds Hamnkrog delivers fresh seafood and local Swedish flavors with mesmerizing archipelago views. This welcoming harbor restaurant buzzes with maritime charm, serving daily specials amid the gentle lap of waves and salty sea air. Open daily from 9am to 9pm, it captures the essence of coastal dining in Östergötland's idyllic setting.

Arkö Krog is a cozy Swedish krog nestled in Vikbolandet, offering hearty pub fare with stunning views over Beckmansviken bay. Open daily from noon to 10pm, it serves classics like grilled dishes, ribs, plankstek, and tender leaf steak in a relaxed harborside setting perfect for casual meals and lingering evenings by the water.

Nestled in the quaint rural setting of Kårtorp near Valdemarsvik, Café Kårtorp offers a taste of authentic Swedish hospitality. This family-run spot serves traditional dishes like raggmunk pancakes and hearty steaks alongside fresh bakery treats and creamy ice cream. With its cozy interior and welcoming vibe, it's a perfect pause for locals and visitors exploring Östergötland's countryside. Open daily from 9am to 7pm, it embodies simple, wholesome Swedish café culture.

A vibrant American-style microbrewery and restaurant nestled on the banks of the Göta Canal in Söderköping, Sweden. Known for craft beers brewed on-site, gourmet burgers, and classic American fare, this establishment combines excellent food with a picturesque waterfront setting. The restaurant features live music during summer weekends and offers both indoor and outdoor seating with stunning views of the canal and surrounding landscape.

Hamnmagasinet is a long-established waterfront restaurant and nightlife venue in Nyköping’s harbour, serving lunch, dinner and late-night drinks in a lively, maritime setting. By day it functions as a casual lunch spot with classic Swedish dishes; after dark it shifts into a bar and club hosting live music, DJs and occasional karaoke, all beneath high timber beams and with harbour views.

Moas Mat is a long-established lunch restaurant in Nyköping known for home-style Swedish husmanskost, takeaway lunch boxes and small on-site seating. Operating primarily as a weekday lunch service, the kitchen turns out traditional dishes (meatballs, kålpudding, fish preparations and weekly specials) with an emphasis on quality ingredients and catering services for events. Practical and unfussy, it’s a familiar choice for locals and workers in the area.

A friendly, mid-priced pub-restaurant on Fruängsgatan in Nyköping, Oliver Twist combines a varied, comfort-food menu with a wide drinks selection and an easygoing pub atmosphere. Open daily from midday into late evening, it’s a local spot for lunch, casual dinners, after-work drinks and live-music nights, with informal seating, warm lighting and a backdrop of photos and posters that give the room a lived-in charm.

A compact, warmly lit restaurant on Brunnsgatan serving home-style West and East African dishes with bold spices, colourful plating and generous portions. Favoured for vibrant stews, jollof-style rice and grilled proteins, Be My Guest blends comforting family recipes with approachable service in a neighbourhood setting that suits casual dinners, small groups and curious solo diners.

Restaurang ät. is a contemporary, casual eatery in central Nyköping known for approachable modern dishes inspired by street food and classic husmanskost, an extensive beer list and a sunny inner courtyard under a glass roof. Open for lunch and dinner with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, it blends relaxed local flavours with playful small plates and shareable sides.

Thai House Restaurant in Norrköping serves authentic Thai flavors through affordable lunch specials and take-away options. Located on Hospitalsgatan, it specializes in weekday lunches from 11am to 2pm, featuring curries, wok dishes, pad thai, and multi-course menus for groups. Expect classic appetizers like spring rolls and zamozza alongside mains with chicken, pork, beef, and seafood in coconut milk-based curries and stir-fries. A welcoming spot for casual Thai dining in a compact urban setting.