The story
Crafted with passion, served with love
A Place That Feels Like Coming Home
Söderfamiljen sits in the southern part of Halmstad, not far from the sea, and it earns its name in the most straightforward way possible: it feels like family. Owned by My Djurberg and Johanna Norström, the restaurant is run almost entirely by women — in the kitchen and on the floor — and that team brings a natural, relaxed confidence to everything they do. Knowledgeable without being stiff, warm without being performative.
The Space
Inside, quirky mismatched tables and a bicycle mounted as wall décor give the room a lived-in, personal character. Outside, a terrace looks out over the slowly flowing waters of the Nissan river — one of the more quietly rewarding spots to sit with a plate and a glass in Halmstad. Both settings work equally well, whether you're stopping in for lunch or settling in for longer.
The Food and Pastries
The kitchen leans into hearty, fun food — honest and satisfying rather than fussy. The pastries, in particular, have drawn attention for their distinctive quality, the kind that suggests real care and skill behind the counter. White Guide recognized Söderfamiljen at Fine level in 2026, singling out the cooking, the pastries, and the genuinely welcoming atmosphere as reasons to make the trip.
The restaurant is well set up for families, with outdoor seating, parking, and wheelchair access making it an easy choice for a broad range of guests. Vegetarian options are part of the offering as well.
Why It Stands Out
In a landscape full of restaurants chasing trends, Söderfamiljen is doing something quieter and harder: building a place where the neighborhood actually wants to return. The White Guide recognition confirms what regulars already know — this is cooking and hospitality with a clear point of view, delivered without pretension.
Recognition