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Sjöbaren

The guide was updated: 2024-02-08

Located in charming Haga, this classic seafood restaurant offers mouth-watering dishes such as baked scallops, fish and seafood soup, oysters, and much more in a cosy and friendly ambience. During the summer months, Sjöbaren's backyard transforms into a favourite al fresco dining area.

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Address: Haga Nygata 25, Gothenburg
Opening hours: Mon–Thu 11am–11:30pm, Fri 11am–midnight, Sat noon–midnight, Sun 1pm–10pm
Website: haga.sjobaren.se
Phone: +46 31 711 97 80
Email: haga@sjobaren.se

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