We randomly picked this restaurant for dinner and were not disappointed in our choice. We showed up…read morea bit after six. They were already busy but showed my wife, mom, and me to a table right away. But just a heads up, by the time we left a couple of hours later, they were packed and had a line out of the door. We shared some Italian olives as a starter. They were fantastic! My mother had an individual sized pizza, my wife had risotto, and I had a pasta dish with pork belly, cheese, and tomato sauce. We all really enjoyed our main courses. The portions were honestly large enough to share. The atmosphere was good and the place had a buzz about it. I definitely recommend dining there.

Pizza was excellent. Outdoor seating was at a premium,…read moreindoors was still very nice. Staff very attentive, but slow by American standards. All of the good restaurants here during high season are relatively slow, so this is not a negative here. 5 stars!

This is a lively and lovely little Italian spot in the middle of town. It has a cute and stylish…read moreItalian vibe inside, with a wide selection of wines and foods to choose. We made a reservation for a Sunday during the middle days and it was quite empty (likely due to many things like a global pandemic). We got seated at a half booth two top almost immediately. We ordered two appetizers, two entrees, a bottle of wine and it came to a total of 1400kr including tip. Our waitress was extremely friendly and helped us pick out a great wine for our pastas. The carpaccio was delicious, the deli platter was great for sharing, but the gnocchi was beyond. It was probably the best I've had- can not recommend it enough. The vibe is great for friends or cute and romantic date night!

Very nice Italian restaurant. Small and intimate. The tuna carpaccio starter was fresh and very…read moregood. I was in Grotebog for a few extra days and tried a couple of the Italian places round town because I was tired of "Modern Scandinavian" and burgers. Several have similar but not identical menus and must be owned by the same group. All are cozy and really good. Great place to take a date.

We were in Gothenburg on a Sunday night and looking for a place to eat. Our original destination…read morewas NOBA across the street, but when we arrived we were told they stopped serving good. We wondered across the street and stumbled upon Franco Bruno, a small pizza shop with two tables outside. This was one of the best meals I have ever had and the best pizza I have ever had. The owner of the restaurant took great care of us and went above and beyond. All of the staff was extremely friendly And we were very impressed. They had only been open two weeks, but it was as if they had been making pizza for a century. I am excited to see how this business will grow because their food is second to none.

I'm not the biggest pasta person, but I could eat at this place every day! Will definitely miss…read morethis gem in Gothenburg. Food-wise, the pasta is exceptional. I really can't stop thinking about it. I've only ordered the 'Shrooms' dish and tried a bit of the 'Slow Tomato,' and both were so good. With a drizzle of their homemade chili oil, it is the most divine thing, and the pepitas + shavings of Grana Padano on top add the nicest finishing touches. Honestly, if you're there, I'd recommend buying a bottle of the chili oil, too. It was only around ~50 SEK if I remember correctly, and although I had to double bag it for the plane ride back to the US, it has made every pasta I've had since 10x more delicious. The price is so good, too. Some of their pastas are only 50 SEK -- for the quality of the food + homemade pasta, it literally sounds too good to be true. Drinks-wise, I had their house red + a friend tried their house cava, and both were so good! I would probably get the cava if I could go back in time, but the red was a good pair to the pasta. The ambiance is really cute -- their neon orange sign makes it feel really trendy/chic but also cozy! We were sat briefly outside and it was SO cold, my only complaint is that the heaters are too far away from the tables to make any difference LOL. But they provided blankets so that made it a bit better. Service is great, one doesn't really interact with them too much as there's also the option of just going to the counter and ordering, but they're usually pretty friendly. This place is a gem, absolutely check it out if you're in Gothenburg!

A friend/local told us to try out this place as it was popular among the local college kids and it…read moredid not disappoint we ended up having it twice more as we couldn't get it off our mind :) would recommend especially for groups or families who want to satisfy many tummies without breaking the bank.

We got the family dinner for two (La sienna de famigla) and it was amazing. The house sparkling…read morewine is also delicious. Great service. Get a reservation or go for an early dinner as the restaurant was packed starting at 5:30.

Very nice and busy Italian restaurant. The carpaccio starter and the Grigliata di pesce e crostacei…read morewere fresh and very good. Lots of different seafood. I was in Grotebog for a few extra days and tried a couple of the Italian places round town because I was tired of "Modern Scandinavian" and burgers. Several have similar but not identical menus and must be owned by the same group. All are cozy and really good. Great place to take a date.

I like the interior details. Outdoor chairs are uncomfortable for longer seating…read more The menu doesn't offer too many dishes - only two pizzas, 6-7 pasta and 4 main courses. The ravioli (veg) was great! Beer on tap is crappy - GULD and some Italian crap. So, no, don't go here for the beer. Great and friendly staff. They accept AMEX.

Cozy and warm, we couldn't walk past their front door…read more Service was attentive (without being overbearing) and friendly. The food. Damn! The food was fantastic. The bread basket was fresh, crusty and chewy. Pasta was perfectly cooked and offset with beautifully balanced sauces. We lingered over the meals and never felt rushed. We were looking for a cozy and warm retreat from the cold. We found amazing food.

We stopped by for a lunch as we were walking by. Nice setting with an outdoor section (we sat on…read morethe patio). First we shared a tomato mozzarella appetizer, very tasty, with fresh mozzarella. My main dish was mushroom risotto which was simply superb - made with wild mushrooms, full of flavor and delicious to the last morsel (no, I didn't leak the plate). Also had Swedish coffee which was included in lunch service. Excellent service, prompt, attentive, and friendly. Recommended.

Helpful dining room staff…read more The mushroom risotto is great - I pick it every time. You cannot go wrong with the risottos.

La Gondola is located on the Avenyn, which apparently is a very touristy area in Gothenburg…read moreaccording to locals. Still I think non locals would enjoy this Italian restaurant just as much as visitors. The menu is great, it has a broad selection of appetizers, pasta and pizzas. Their wine selection is pretty good but personally I did not enjoy their selections for by the glass white wine. Service at La Gondola is pretty good. They have a coat check right when you enter the door which is excellent during winter so people don't have their coats blocking the bathroom, bar area etc. Our waiter was friendly and helpful which is always welcomed when eating in a new place. Over all my party of 2 and I, we were very happy with our experience at La Gondola and definitely recommend it!

Me and a friend went here for a continentally late dinner after a concert at Liseberg. I usually…read moredon't go to the places on Avenyn due to the "touristyness" of it, but I made an exception. I'm glad I did. Plenty of tables available so we got seated right away. I ordered the gnocchi with grilled vegetables and a beer. Got our drinks instantly and the food just a couple of minutes later, which was great since we were really hungry by then. Not that much to say about the dish other than the fact that it was great in its simplicity! Great service, good food and cheap!