7 restaurants and bars for a great evening
After Work in Linköping
If you’re up for an after work in Linköping, there are plenty of great places to choose from. You’ll find restaurants, bars, and hotel bars that invite you to unwind after the workday. After work is the perfect way to relax – have a drink, share a few dishes, and let the day ease into evening. Here are 7 tips for restaurants and bars in Linköping for after work, where you can gather friends or colleagues and kick off the evening in a really great way.
1. Backen ölcafé
A small and personal beer café focusing on carefully selected beers and well-prepared smørrebrød. The atmosphere is relaxed and genuine, perfect for a calmer after-work where you can discover new beers or simply enjoy something nice in your glass. In the summer, the courtyard also opens up, creating an extra cosy outdoor seating area.
Address: Storgatan 54
2. Aioli Tapas bar
Aioli Tapas Bar in central Linköping is a popular spot for after-work gatherings. As one of many well-loved restaurants in Linköping, it’s a place where you can bring colleagues or friends together to share tapas dishes while enjoying something nice to drink. The lively and relaxed atmosphere makes it easy to stay a while and chat after the workday ends.
Address: Hantverkaregatan 1
3. The Box Bar
The Box Bar at Quality Hotel™ The Box is a great choice for a relaxed after-work in Linköping. The modern hotel bar is a pleasant spot to unwind with friends or colleagues while choosing from classic drinks as well as cocktails inspired by flavors from around the world. If you get hungry, the hotel’s restaurant, The Box Restaurant, is located right next door, making it easy to continue the evening in the same place.
Address: Aspögatan 7
4. Brasserie Bouquet
Brasserie Bouquet is a lively brasserie in central Linköping with a menu inspired by French classics and modern favorites. Here, you can pair your meal with wine, cocktails, or something sparkling from the bar, which sometimes transforms into a piano bar with a vibrant atmosphere.
Address: Tanneforsgatan 8
5. The Social Bar & Bistro Ekoxen
The Social Bar & Bistro at Quality Hotel™ Ekoxen is a pleasant spot for after-work drinks in central Linköping. Here you’re welcomed by a social and relaxed atmosphere where it’s easy to sit down for something good to eat or drink. The menu features well-known dishes with a modern twist, making it a great place to share a bite or enjoy a drink after the day’s work. Located next to Trädgårdsföreningen, the restaurant is also a natural meeting place close to the city’s vibrant center.
Address: Apotekaregatan 2A
6. Bar Juno
A lively and relaxed bar where the evening can be exactly what you want it to be – a drink at the bar or several small dishes to share with friends. The focus is on natural wines, craft beers, and seasonal snacks and small plates, making it a great choice for a more social and food-focused after-work.
Address: Apotekaregatan 2A
7. Bierhaus
A lively beer cellar near Stora Torget where the atmosphere often resembles a classic German beer hall. Here, beer is served in large steins alongside German dishes such as bratwurst and schnitzel, making it a great place for an energetic after-work in Linköping. The rustic setting and social atmosphere make it easy to stay for a long time with colleagues and friends.
Address: Apotekaregatan 14
Hotels in Linköping
Whether you’re traveling alone, with a partner, or with the whole family, there are several hotels that offer a truly enjoyable stay.
