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A Bright New Chapter on Mellbygatan
Mellbygatans has been turning heads in Lidköping, and the White Guide's Fine level recognition for 2026 captures exactly why. The restaurant has undergone a full renovation that has transformed it into one of the more distinctive dining addresses in the region — walls painted in fresh pistachio green and gray, large street-facing windows that pull in generous daylight, and a glazed room that hints at what is coming next.
The Microbrewery Taking Shape
That glazed room is the early form of a long-awaited microbrewery, visible directly from the bar and still in progress. When it opens fully, Mellbygatans will offer guests a rare combination: a thoughtfully run dining room alongside its own in-house brewing operation. For now, the anticipation is part of the atmosphere.
Inside and Out
The interior is bright and considered, but the courtyard is equally worth seeking out. Rocking wooden chairs and a sheltered setting make it a genuinely pleasant spot for lunch or a longer evening, whatever the season allows. The space suits a range of occasions — there is a private room available, and the kitchen takes vegetarian options seriously alongside the broader menu.
Mellbygatans sits at an interesting point of transition: newly renovated, with a microbrewery on the horizon and a relaxed but quality-focused approach to hospitality that has already earned it a place in the White Guide's curated selection.
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