The 10 best street food places in Malmö

After opening in late 2019, LU by Luong Lu and his mother Kim Trinh has become a go-to for Cantonese-inspired Chinese street food. Since its expansion to Stockholm, evenings now offer a more experimental menu alongside classics such as grilled duck and mapo tofu, also featured on the lunch menu.

The smaller the kitchen, the better the pasta. Papi has become the go-to spot for honest, high-quality pasta dishes. During busy lunch rushes it can feel chaotic, but sitting at the bar and watching the kitchen in motion is part of the experience. Always offering a weekly special on the menu.

Even without formal training in Japanese cuisine, few work harder than Coulter McAbery of Sushibaren to bring high-quality fish to the people in a casual way — whether through takeaway or in-house, where limited seating is reserved for the chef’s choice experience served on Wednesdays.

“Sort of Asian” defines the kitchen at Pink Head, now a Malmö institution. Known for biang biang noodles, ramen and dan dan alongside house-made creations, it started as a pop-up, moved into Malmö Saluhall, and later grew into its own space. The menu now stretches beyond hand-pulled noodles.

At Scandwich, you’ll get anything but a basic sandwich. Here, the concept is maximised with bold flavour combinations and fillings packed to the brim—often to the point where the bread barely shows. The menu changes regularly, with their iconic schnitzel sandwich as a Monday staple.

Part of reshaping the American street food scene in Malmö, Casual has become an institution with burgers at its core. Still located just around the corner from its original spot, it now features a larger space, an expanded menu, and a stronger focus on classic American diner culture.

What began as a pop-up has now evolved into a small yet fully fledged restaurant, with a primary focus on hummus during the daytime. In the evenings, however, the restaurant offers a broader menu featuring dishes crafted from ingredients sourced from local farmers.

What started as a hole-in-the-wall pizzeria in an industrial area of Malmö has now expanded to multiple locations in more convenient spots across the city. What remains consistent at each location is the crafting and baking of exceptionally good Neapolitan pizzas in blisteringly hot stone ovens.

At Gyros Pita, established in the 80s, it’s all about well-seasoned, marinated gyros wrapped in soft, lightly grilled pita bread with tzatziki and a simple selection of vegetables. Also available as a plate if preferred. Just as appreciated today by locals as it was more than 40 years ago.