Best Scandinavian Restaurants in the UK and Ireland

In total, there is 1 award winning Scandinavian restaurant in the UK and Ireland, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more Scandinavian restaurants listed? Remember, at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding awards from major food guides in the UK and Ireland; that's less than 3% of all restaurants here.

The best Scandinavian restaurant in the UK and Ireland is Hjem in Hexham (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Alex Nietosvuori serves up award winning Scandinavian Cuisine. Hjem currently holds 1 Michelin Star, a ranking of 3rd in UK in the Hardens Top 100 and a rating of Exceptional in the Good Food Guide.

There is currently a single listed Scandinavian Michelin Star restaurant in the UK and Ireland which holds 1 Michelin star.

At present, there are no restaurants serving Scandinavian cuisine holding an AA Rosette in the UK and Ireland; maybe the AA Guide inspectors will try some new food types soon!

The British restaurant scene has begun to show a definitive shift towards the enthralling allure of Scandinavian cuisine, an alignment undoubtedly influenced by its inherent focus on simplicity, seasonal ingredients, and a marriage of traditional methods with contemporary execution. This Nouveau-Nordic culinary movement is turning heads, with numerous establishments earning accolades and commendations for their admirable expertise. A leader in this trend is Aquavit, emerging as an exemplar of high-end Scandinavian fare. Nestled in the heart of St James's Market, this Michelin-starred eatery beautifully balances its roots in traditional Swedish cuisine with the elegance and finesse of modern fine dining under the exceptional guidance of its celebrated chef, Emma Bengtsson. Similarly, The Harcourt, located in Marylebone, displays its Finnish-leaning culinary prowess varying with the seasons, under the skilful direction of Finnish chef, Kimmo Makkonen. Both venues offer sanctuary to the burgeoning Scandi-curious patron, serving culinary artistry garnished with the skilled crafts of their respective, renowned chefs.