With check-in at Fäviken beginning at 16h00 it was in Åre that several hours were spent on Friday…read moreafternoon, the ciiy best-known for its ski resort fairly quiet on the first day of June but Magnus Nilsson's Krus fully operational and no longer a pop-up but instead an all-day eatery focused on traditional Swedish dishes plus Bread, Charcuterie and Fika. Originally opened late 2017 but quickly making an impact, Nilsson's The Nordic Cookbook forming a backbone of recipes executed with local Meats and Produce, guests entering Krus will quickly find themselves greeted by ladies behind a long counter, the low ceilings making everything about the place feel intimate while a comfortable dining room with toasters on each table beckons to the left. Assembled for counter-ordering during the day with a broader menu and table service at Dinner, reservations apparently strongly recommended during busier seasons, it was after being informed that Pate had already sold out for the day that an order was assembled, the balance between tasting a lot and not being full at dinner initially a bit difficult to gauge but portions thankfully small and generally offering good value. Beginning each table with complimentary Housemade Bread and the same golden Butter gracing tables at Nilsson's Michelin two-star Magasinet, the ability to warm each slice well-advised, it was with two morning Pastries including a Parisian-quality Almond Croissant both showing well that Charcuterie and Sausage arrived, the former a product of Fäviken's partnership with nearby Underaker and the Isterband rich and texturally compelling with a particularly snappy Casing. Waiting a bit longer for fried bits of Cod caught nearby, this appetizer and a side of boiled Potatoes faultlessly executed though certainly not a revelation, it was in follow-up that a brined and grilled Chicken in its Juices was delivered, the fact that it was still too hot to touch almost cruel as guests risked burned hands and mouth to get to crispy Skin and supple Flesh as quickly as possible. Rounding out the visit with two Desserts, a Rhubarb Clafoutis nicely flavored but not baking up as custard-y in porcelain as it tends to in cast iron, it seemed rather "hipster" that Krus offers Soft Serve as an option but immediately upon tasting one bite the reason and menu's description are both evident thanks to restrained sweetness and a palate-coating texture.

Skiing or boarding in the world class slopes of åre for the 2019 championships? Or headed to…read moreFäviken for a world class meal? Maybe both? Well before either you can get a rocking breakfast at Krus run by Magnus' talented baker from Fäviken. Superb Swedish/French pastries, charcuterie from Magnus' butcher shop and simple cooking to get you through the cold winter day. Simple excellence all around in a friendly environment from the Fäviken family

Visiting family and we had a great meal here. Emma was lovely hostess and the food was fabulous.read more

"Fika" is my favorite Swedish word. I came here for fika one afternoon after checking out the…read moreslopes in Åre Village next door. In addition to coffee, tea and pastries, this cafe also had fresh bread, a salad bar, sandwiches and soup. I ordered the lemon meringue and had a few bites of my sister's carrot cake. Both were delicious. This cafe is located in Åretorget which is probably the reason they named it Café Torget.

Checked out of Fäviken by 10h30 it was with a lengthy drive ahead that two guests stopped into Åre…read moreBageri for provisions, the sizable space fairly full considering a season of empty slopes but servers all pleasant and helpful while prices trend a bit lower than those for similar items in Stockholm. Open since 1984 and at this point a full-scale Restaurant featuring everything from Fika to Sandwiches and housemade Ice Cream, early hours additionally offering a grab and go table of Breads, Jams and Spreads, it was after lengthy perusal of forty-plus items that seven were selected, some including a particularly light slice of Princess Cake with a ribbon of Raspberry Jam never intended to make it to the car and most of the rest not surviving past the door either. Taking a seat in the dining room with loaded bag and tray, several other patrons opting for al fresco dining during northern Sweden's short Summer, it was as another happily worked her way through the aforementioned Cake that attention was shifted to a still-warm Cinnamon Roll, the lack of one spiced instead by Cardamom admittedly disappointing though the golden top and soft yet springy interior was excellent nonetheless. Finding a few items not previously seen elsewhere, one titled Havrekaka essentially a finely-ground Oatmeal Cookie baked crisp and drizzled in Chocolate, it was next into a second Järvsölak that teeth sank, the chewy Coconut base even better than that al Lill-Babs in Järvsö while the Chokladboll was similarly flawed by being all Cocoa and almost no Oats or shredded Coconut save for the outside. At this point with only a few half-items set aside, the fact that neither a filled Donut nor Pie with a sidecar of Vanilla Bean Anglaise was likely to travel well something that probably should have been considered earlier, suffice it to say that "saving the best for last" still proved to be a good choice despite being well-sated as the Custard inside sugared Dough was thick and rich without being too sweet while the buttery Shell full of toasted Nuts and Caramel was essentially a supersized Notknappare made even better by its creamy Condiment.

We always stop at this bakery. The food is always fresh and tasty, deserts are irresistible and…read morevery attentive personnel. Very cosy place.

These crepes were great! Lots of choice! I had the white chocolate and lingonberry pancake! At…read morefirst they forgot the white chocolate but made me a fresh pancake when I mentioned it! Cool vibes and great location! Great for dessert and also for savoury pancakes!

Relatively new place in Åre, laidback atmosphere with young, friendly waitresses. Fast service:…read morefresh crêpes with healthy alternatives baked with durum grains - gluten free. Perfect family dinner and they have thought about kids, there is coloring books etc. Thumbs up!

I took the complimentary shuttle from Åre Björnen to have dinner here one night. This restaurant is…read morelocated in Åretorget above the ski shop. My first impression of the restaurant was good because I liked the ambience. Our waitress wasn't familiar with the menu because she was new to the restaurant. The prices were steep! My sister and I ordered the ramen which was one of the cheaper options on the menu. I have definitely had way better ramen for a fraction of the price so I wouldn't recommend it. I had a few bites of the lamb dish though and liked it better. The fish also seemed to be a hit. For dessert, I didn't order anything but had a few bites of the crème brûlée and apple pie which were both good. We noticed at the end of our meal that other tables had complimentary bread. When my cousin asked our waitress about it, she told us we had to ask for the bread which was weird. The total came out to around $50 per person which I thought was way overpriced for what it was.

Avantgarde kitchen in the north. But childrenpizza with ketchup is not ok. Steak was stew.read more

This is a lovely place to have a drink apres ski. I didn't have dinner here but could see many…read morepeople enjoying dinner as well. It seemed like it would be good to have a reservation since many people were turned away who didn't on the Friday that I was there. The bartenders were all really friendly. I liked the matching Parkvillan jerseys that they wore as uniforms.

Absolutely delicious food! A must try! A lot of choice so there is definitely something for…read moreeveryone! Food is very well presented and tasty! I had the aged lamb and it was so tasty! The mushrooms and the cep emulsion and foam really brought the meal together! Would definitely go back!

Good food and service. However, kitchen messed up order, adults were finished with meal before the…read morechildrens pizza arrived. Dimmed lighting. High background noise. Varied menu with pizza and a la carte.