As someone who calls Malmö home, I’ve spent countless afternoons exploring the city’s cozy corners, sipping cappuccinos, and indulging in Sweden’s favorite ritual — fika (a coffee break with something sweet).
Whether you’re a first-time visitor, digital nomad, or weekend traveller, Malmö’s café scene is vibrant, creative, and incredibly local. Each spot tells its own story — from minimalist design spaces to charming old houses filled with the aroma of freshly ground beans.
Here’s my local’s guide to the best cafés in Malmö — perfect for travellers looking to taste, relax, and experience the real Swedish coffee culture.
☕ What Makes Malmö’s Café Scene Special
Malmö might be small, but it punches well above its weight in coffee culture. The city blends Scandinavian design, sustainability, and a laid-back community vibe. Many cafés roast their own beans, bake their own pastries, and serve locally sourced milk or plant-based alternatives.
And, of course, no Malmö café visit is complete without a classic kanelbulle (cinnamon bun) or cardamombulle (cardamom bun).
🌿 The Best Cafés in Malmö
1. Lilla Kafferosteriet
📍 Baltzarsgatan 24
A Malmö institution, Lilla Kafferosteriet is a must for any coffee lover. Set in a charming 19th-century townhouse, this café roasts its own beans and offers one of the city’s best selections of brews.
Local tip: Grab a seat in the leafy courtyard if the weather’s nice — it’s one of the coziest fika spots in town. Don’t miss their homemade cinnamon buns!
2. Noir Kaffekultur
📍 Engelbrektsgatan 6
For those who love minimalist design and specialty coffee, Noir Kaffekultur is your place. Tucked just off Lilla Torg, it’s perfect for people-watching while enjoying a flat white or pour-over.
Why go: Great coffee, calm vibes, and friendly baristas who truly know their craft.
3. Solde Kaffebar & Kafferosteri
📍 Regementsgatan 2
Solde is beloved by Malmö locals — and for good reason. They roast their own beans, supply other cafés across Sweden, and serve some of the best espresso in the city.
Local tip: Try their house blend or grab a bag of beans as a souvenir to take home.
4. Uggla Kaffebar
📍 Södra Förstadsgatan 23A
Small, warm, and full of character — Uggla Kaffebar is perfect for a relaxed breakfast or an afternoon fika. The café offers delicious pastries, vegan-friendly treats, and an inviting community feel.
Why go: Great balance of local charm and excellent coffee — ideal for solo travellers or remote workers.
5. Atrium
📍 Skvadronsgatan 13
Bright, airy, and filled with greenery, Atrium feels like stepping into a Scandinavian Pinterest board. It’s especially popular for brunch and slow mornings.
Local tip: Order their avocado toast or acai bowl with a cappuccino — and grab a window seat to soak in the natural light.
6. Leve Bakery
📍 Östra Rönneholmsvägen 6
Leve is a sustainable, artisanal bakery that Malmö locals adore. Their pastries are organic, creative, and always changing — from vegan croissants to their famous cardamom buns.
Why go: It’s not technically a café, but their coffee and baked goods are so good you’ll want to stay for fika anyway.
Local tip: Go early — Malmö residents line up for their morning buns, and they sell out fast!
🗺️ Map Your Coffee Crawl
All these cafés are within biking or walking distance — making Malmö perfect for a relaxed “coffee crawl” day. Start downtown at Noir or Lilla Kafferosteriet, then wander toward Regementsgatan for Solde, and end your day at Atrium or Leve near Pildammsparken.
💡 Tip: Malmö is a cashless city — bring your card or mobile payment app (like Swish or Apple Pay).
💬 Local Tips for Coffee Lovers
☕ When to fika: Around 10 AM or 3 PM — it’s a daily ritual here.
🌱 Vegan-friendly: Most cafés offer oat milk and plant-based pastries.
🚲 Getting around: Rent a bike or e-scooter — Malmö is one of Europe’s most bike-friendly cities.
📸 Best Instagram spots: Atrium and Noir — both have dreamy Nordic aesthetics.
✨ Final Thoughts
Malmö’s café culture is all about slowing down, connecting with locals, and savoring the moment. Whether you’re sipping a cortado at Noir or enjoying a cardamom bun at Leve, you’ll quickly understand why fika is such an essential part of Swedish life.
☕ So, which café will you visit first? Share your favorite Malmö coffee spots in the comments below — I’d love to hear your picks!
Plan your trip on quick booking
- Flights: Expedia — search Copenhagen airport
- Hotels: Hotels.com or Expedia — the Turning Torso, Scandinavia’s tallest building
- Things to do: Klook — tours and tickets.
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