Gothenburg has long been synonymous with coffee culture. Sweden’s second city opened its first coffee house in the 1770s and today ranks among the most café-rich places in the country. In the late 1980s, the Haga neighborhood made waves with its giant cinnamon buns—now a local icon. But in recent years, the focus has shifted from size to substance. A new generation of craft bakeries is redefining the pastry scene with a passion for flavor, technique, and sustainability. Here are five sweet stops you shouldn’t miss.
A shrimp sandwich on croissant dough. A caramelized croissant perched on milk ice cream with blueberries, lemon, and thyme. A croissant layered with Brie de Meaux cream and raspberry sauce. These imaginative creations define the menu at Borgskogs , where everything celebrates the art of the perfect bake.
Since opening in May 2025 in Gothenburg's Linné district, the bakery—run by award-winning pastry chef Fredrik Borgskog and his wife Gabriella —has attracted nonstop queues. Fredrik, who has represented Sweden in international pastry competitions, expertly blends bread-based savory dishes with refined desserts. The result is a cozy, thoughtful space dedicated to craftsmanship, freshness, and creativity.
Address: Nordenskiöldsgatan 18, Gothenburg, Sweden
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With backgrounds in Asian fusion cuisine, founders Christina Wu Persson and Oscar Persson bring a delicate precision to their first baking venture, Sol Bageri & Kaffe . The bakery specializes in sourdough bread, buttery croissants, and seasonal tarts, paired with expertly brewed coffee.
Favorites include the milk bread and the Weekend Sando —a soft Japanese-style sandwich—but the menu changes daily. During a recent visit, a pain au chocolat with orange filling stole the show. The sunlit, minimalist interior mirrors the bakery's philosophy of clarity and calm, making it an ideal stop for breakfast or a quiet afternoon treat.
Address: Eklandagatan 8, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Pioneering Gothenburg's modern coffee and baking scene, since Matteo opened in 2000 as the city's first artisan bakery, café, and roastery under one roof. Visitors were instantly captivated by its open kitchen, where bread and buns baked before their eyes.
Two decades later, it a cornerstone of the city's café culture, with several locations anchored by its flagship on Magasinsgatan 17A. Coffee beans are roasted on-site, baristas compete internationally, and sustainability remains a guiding principle. Whether stopping in for an espresso, a pastry, or freshly baked bread, Da Matteo defines Scandinavian simplicity at its finest .
Address: Magasinsgatan 17A, Gothenburg, Sweden
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After years of honing his skills in Dubai, French baker Vincent Caillard returned to Europe with a dream—to create an authentic French bakery in Gothenburg. Together with a Swedish partner from Bohuslän, he opened Maison Caillard on Mölndalsvägen, bringing a true boulangerie experience to Sweden's west coast.
Everything here is handmade daily, from croissants to éclairs, all crafted with premium French butter, flour, chocolate, and cream. True to its Parisian inspiration, Maison Caillard celebrates the art of slow baking, patience, and impeccable technique.
Address: Mölndalsvägen 89D, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Set just outside Gothenburg in Floda, Garveriet blends heritage and hospitality in a beautifully restored 19th-century tannery. Once producing sturdy boot leather known as “sulläder,” the building now houses a restaurant, event space, and acclaimed bakery.
Visitors can savor freshly baked cinnamon buns, pastries, and flatbread sandwiches indoors—or outdoors surrounded by the serene Swedish countryside. Garveriet isn't just worth the detour for its food; it's a glimpse into how history, sustainability, and craftsmanship come together under one charming roof.
Address: Garverivägen 9, Floda, Sweden
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