Gothenburg: Swedish Westcoast Food Walking Tour
Join us for an unforgettable food tour through Gothenburg, where you'll experience the vibrant food culture, and locally-sourced specialties.
What to order at Wine Mechanics
- Must order
- Any dish paired with the house wine; the sommelier team tailors pours to what's on the plate.
- Signature dishes
- Seasonal food with house-made wine pairings
- Editor tip
- The wine garden event in late May is a Gothenburg institution; book far ahead for that Saturday.
CuisineWine bar
Price$$$
NeighborhoodGamlestaden
HoursWed-Fri 11:30-22:00, Sat 13:00-22:00
Phone+46 31 790 43 00
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Signature dishes: Seasonal food with house-made wine pairings
Must order: Any dish paired with the house wine; the sommelier team tailors pours to what's on the plate.
Tip: The wine garden event in late May is a Gothenburg institution; book far ahead for that Saturday.
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Location
Address: Lilla Waterloogatan 15, 415 02 Goteborg, Gothenburg
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