Uppsala – Thefoodiefetish

Hamberg Fisk is a bright and spacious seafood restaurant in central Uppsala. The dining room is airy, modern, and comfortable, with plenty of seating. There’s also a takeaway counter offering freshly made seafood dishes, sandwiches, soups, and salads, along with a fresh seafood section where you can buy a wide selection of fish and shellfish to take home. Everything looked incredibly fresh and beautifully displayed.

We ordered the fish soup, Arctic char, and crème brûlée.

The fish soup, made with saffron, tomato, fennel, prawns, and mussels, was warm, comforting, and full of fresh seafood. The broth was rich and flavourful without being too heavy. The prawns were plump, the mussels were fresh, and every spoonful was satisfying. It’s the kind of dish I’d happily order again.

The Arctic char came with jalapeño beurre blanc, grilled broccoli, fried rice paper, shiso, and dill. The fish was cooked beautifully. If you’ve never had Arctic char before, it has a texture similar to trout but is even more tender and delicate. It was fresh, flaky, and melted in my mouth. The jalapeño beurre blanc was slightly too salty and overpowered the delicate flavour of the fish at times. Thankfully, the other elements of the dish balanced it out nicely. The grilled broccoli had a lovely smoky sweetness, while the crispy fried rice paper added a light and enjoyable crunch.

For dessert, I had the crème brûlée, which was unfortunately disappointing. The custard was softer and runnier than I expected, lacking the rich, silky texture that makes a great crème brûlée so satisfying. The caramelized sugar topping was also quite thick, making it much sweeter than I would have liked.

Overall, Hamberg Fisk offers high-quality seafood in a relaxed and welcoming setting. While the dessert did not quite match the standard of the savoury dishes, the fresh seafood and excellent fish soup made it a worthwhile visit. If you’re visiting Uppsala and enjoy seafood, Hamberg Fisk is definitely worth adding to your list.

Hamberg Fisk

Fyristorg 8, 753 10 Uppsala, Sweden

I remember walking past this restaurant and noticing how busy it was, so I decided to give it a try for dinner. Located right by Dombron Bridge, Restaurang Koh Phangan is a Thai restaurant that immediately stands out with its unique atmosphere.

The moment I stepped inside, I felt like I had been transported somewhere completely different. The décor is eclectic and playful — almost like walking into a beach nightclub, but with a strong Thai island feel. Neon lights hang from the ceiling, and there is even a disco ball near the entrance.

The service was warm and friendly. A Thai lady came over to take our order, and I guessed she was either the manager or part owner. Before the meal, we were served a refreshing salad with Thai-style dressing, and rice is available as an unlimited accompaniment.

I ordered the Gang Ped Pak, a Thai red curry with coconut milk, vegetables, tofu, and sweet basil. I really enjoyed this dish — the curry was creamy, fragrant, and had just a gentle touch of spice. The tofu soaked up the curry beautifully, and the generous amount of vegetables made it a comforting meal.

The Stir-fried Morning Glory was simple but tasty, with good flavour and texture.

We also ordered the Gai Met Mamoang, a Thai wok dish with chicken, roasted cashew nuts, sugar snap peas, chilli, and garlic. The portion was very generous. The chicken pieces were a little large, and I think smaller pieces would have allowed them to absorb more of the sauce. The sauce was also slightly saltier than what I usually prefer. Later, I learned from the Thai lady that food in Uppsala tends to lean towards the saltier side, which may explain the seasoning.

Overall, Restaurang Koh Phangan was a fun dining experience.