The story
Crafted with passion, served with love
A Rewarding Climb Above Rättvik
The walk up Lerdalsberget from central Rättvik is, by the White Guide's own account, an arduous one — but Bruntegården makes it worth every step. Sitting high above the town, the restaurant opens onto a panoramic view over Lake Siljan and the majestic Dalecarlian forests that stretches as far as the eye can reach. That view alone would draw visitors, but what keeps them at the table is something more.
Swedish Hospitality with a Curious Edge
Bruntegården's recognition at the Fine level in the White Guide 2026 speaks to a place that takes its craft seriously without taking itself too seriously. The greeting — a genuine handshake from a friendly waitress — sets the tone immediately. This is Swedish hospitality in its most grounded form: warm, unhurried, and personal.
The kitchen and the cellar share the same adventurous instinct. "We like to try new things — the wine list is mostly in the background!" the staff will tell you, and they mean it. Expect the unexpected, such as a dry and lively Alvarinho sparkling wine from the far north of Portugal arriving cold-misted at your table — a pairing that signals a team willing to look beyond convention while staying true to the pleasure of the moment.
Swedish Cooking, Dalarna Setting
The restaurant offers Swedish cuisine rooted in its Dalarna surroundings, with options for vegetarians, outdoor seating for those who want to linger in the open air, and accommodation for guests who see no reason to rush back down the hill. Lunch is served, and the bar rounds out an experience that works equally well as a leisurely midday stop or an unhurried evening out.
At Bruntegården, the reward for the climb is layered: the view, the wine, the food, and a sense that the people running this place are genuinely enjoying what they do.
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