Svärdsklovas meny overview from Nyköping Sweden's coastal gem restaurant Svärdsklova offers a culinary journey through fresh local flavors and classic Swedish dishes enhanced with creative twists and breathtaking views.
Begin your dining experience with an enticing selection of starters that spotlight the sea's bounty and traditional Swedish ingredients. Delight in the smoky depth of Rökta räkor för 2 personer, featuring smoked shrimp paired with creamy aioli, dill cream, and butter-fried sourdough bread. For seafood lovers, the Skaldjurshinken för 2 personer is a lavish treat, combining blue mussels, langoustines, smoked shrimp, sourdough bread, and zesty accompaniments like aioli and lemon. If you prefer a heartier starter, the Blodpudding offers a rich taste of Swedish cuisine with smoked pork belly, lingonberry ice cream, apple compote, and browned butter. The lighter Färskost features ramson gratinated fresh cheese served with summer vegetables, strawberries, honey dressing, and crisp bread. The luxurious Löjrom från Bottenviken presents Bottenviken caviar atop Västerbotten croquette with crème fraîche and onion. Other classics like Skagen shrimp salad and Swedish-style raw beef tartare (Råbiff) infused with truffle and capers dressing round out the starters.
mains that blend tradition with fresh local produce
The main courses at Svärdsklova are a celebration of Swedish flavors and craftsmanship. Vegetarians can indulge in the delicately seasoned Kåldolmar, featuring vegetarian cabbage rolls with asparagus, beets, celery, confit tomato, spicy butter sauce, and herb-tossed new potatoes. For poultry lovers, the Gårdskyckling presents farm chicken fillet accompanied by roasted garlic and celery purée, creamy lemon sauce, and rosemary-braised potatoes. The Rocklundagris, a night-baked pork belly dish, is paired with pumpkin purée, potato stomp, aged cheese, and apple cider sauce for a medley of comforting textures and flavors. Seafood is expertly showcased in dishes like Torskrygg – lightly cured cod with mild gremolata, warm spring salad, browned butter foam, and boiled new potatoes – and Kolja, a hake quenelle with grated shrimp, Sandefjord sauce, and dill-spinach potatoes. The Ryggbiff steak is a standout with confit tomato, potato fondant, red wine sauce, and a fragrant dragon and ramson butter. For a casual favorite, Svärdsklova's smash burger is stacked with pickles, tomato, onion, salad, cheddar, and comes with crispy fries. Also on offer, the white wine-steamed blue mussels served with aioli, parsley, and fries make a delightful main course.
irresistible desserts to complete your meal
Sweet endings at Svärdsklova entice with both traditional and inventive treats. The Sockermunk offers a sugary doughnut served with crème brûlée, white chocolate crisp, and wild strawberry sorbet – a perfect blend of creaminess and fruitiness. The Sommarbakelse is a summer cake featuring sponge cake, limoncello-marinated peaches, strawberries, lavender cream, meringue, and butter-roasted almonds, highlighting seasonal fruits and delicate floral notes. Classic Banana split is reimagined with banana pannacotta, chocolate sauce, vanilla ice cream, banana slices, meringue, and caramelized hazelnuts for a nostalgic yet refined dessert experience.
refreshing drinks and signature cocktails
Complement your meal with a curated selection of beverages. Non-alcoholic options include the Sommarsallad, a crisp and creamy green asparagus salad with Karintorp tomato, fennel, carrot, spring onion, dragon dressing, and bread, and the classic Räkmacka, an open shrimp sandwich with hand-peeled shrimp, dill mayonnaise, avocado, egg, and salad on traditional Swedish Tekaka bread. For cocktails, indulge in the Limoncello spritz blending limoncello, prosecco, and ginger, or the Svärdsklova signature cocktail mixing pink gin, rhubarb, elderflower, and prosecco. The Pineapple sour – PPAP offers a bold fusion of bourbon, pineapple, honey, and bitters, while the Elderflower sour refreshes with vodka, lemon, and elderflower foam. These drinks perfectly highlight the restaurant’s dedication to fresh, balanced flavors.
key highlights
- Seafood lovers rejoice with a variety of smoked, fresh, and steamed options showcasing the best from the Baltic Sea.
- Distinctively Swedish flavors with dishes like blodpudding and kåldolmar giving guests a taste of traditional cuisine with modern refinement.
- Seasonal ingredients and fresh local produce are evident throughout the menu, from summer berries in desserts to fresh asparagus in salads and sides.
- A perfect pairing of craft cocktails and non-alcoholic specialties that complement the food menu with a hint of floral, citrus, and herbal notes.
