The story
Raspberrry Bar opened in winter 2024 in Jönköping, and the team behind it clearly knew what they were doing from day one. Rooted in the experience of an established hospitality group — with DNA drawn in part from the cocktail bar El Duderino — this is a place where the drinks program is a genuine strength. Shelves stacked with spirits signal that cocktails are taken seriously here, and they are.
The food menu is focused rather than sprawling, which works in its favour. White Guide's 2026 Fine level recognition singles out a pike-perch dish that earns its praise: the fish is described as perfectly handled, falling apart cleanly, and it rests on a creamy pumpkin risotto finished with bacon crumble and pickled cabbage. It's the kind of plate where restraint and technique do the talking.
Among the starters, a charred tartare stands out — topped with fried beetroot and kohlrabi, it's a combination that balances smoke, crunch and earthiness without overcomplicating things.
The atmosphere is warm and unpretentious, and the knowledge level among staff is notably high. The wine list leans into small Italian estate producers, offering selections that feel considered rather than default. The large glazed terrace looks out toward Jönköping's old tram hall — a striking industrial backdrop, complete with metres of original track still embedded in the ground from the era when trams ran the city until the 1950s.
The team's stated ambition is straightforward: open-minded hospitality inspired by flavours from around the world, delivered with creativity and attentiveness. Guests should feel at home, involved, and genuinely welcomed. At Raspberrry Bar, that's not a tagline — it shows in the room.
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History
Raspberry?” Many Jönköping locals probably look like birdhouses. But say “Gamla ‘En italienare och en grek’” and most will nod in agreement. This establishment was a long-standing staple, but was later replaced by two highly short-lived ventures. We can only hope Raspberry lasts longer – because it truly deserves to. It’s an established restaurant crew that launched in winter 2024, which shows. There is a strong focus on cocktails. They really know their craft here; part of their strength comes from the cocktail bar El Duderino. While the shelves now groan under the weight of liquor bottles, the food menu is more limited. Among other things, there’s perch served with bacon crumbs and pickled cabbage. The fish – perfectly cooked and flaking apart beautifully – rests on a creamy bed of pumpkin risotto. Simply delicious! One starter particularly worth mentioning is the smoked tartare. The meat is topped with fried beetroot and kohlrabi. The atmosphere at the place is buzzy and welcoming. The knowledge level is high, with exciting wine selections including from small Italian farm producers. A large glassed-in outdoor terrace faces Jönköping’s old tram hall. Check out the cheeky decorations and the meters of track left over since the tram era ended in the 1950s!
