If your vegetarian but not vegan, Govinda's is a great, funky, little stop. The atmosphere is very cool--various depictions of Krishna adorn the walls and the local clientele pulls form a wide range of Malmo sub communities. During our meal we were surrounded by a Goth crew on our left, some academics on our right, and a business man and a couple of yogis front and back. This isn't a fancy sit-down and get waited on restaurant. You wait in line cafeteria style and take what is being served, in our case some delicious curry, rice, something resembling falafel, and some sauce. And there is also a small salad bar. Everything was also Gluten free, which is a plus. While there wasn't a lot of choice, everything tasted delicious and the serving staff was very helpful identifying ingredients, etc. If you go during the lunch rush, which we did, you might have difficulty finding a seat; but by the time we had finished, it had thinned out and seating was easy to find. If you like a funky but clean and friendly vibe you'll love Govinda's.
This is the best vegan/vegetarian restaurant in Malmö. Very high quality and experienced cooking skills saturated with love for each dish and the daily flavor combinations are SO good and spot on. The price level is an unbelievable bargain for such quality food. And the service is SO accommodating and friendly! My highest recommendations for this unique place!
My husband and I spent 4 days in Copenhagen and heard many good things about this place in Malmo. We decided to try. I have to tell you it was the best food I've ever had in any of the veg restaurants in northern Europe. Great bread, wonderful sweets. Very pleasant owners. Thanks Mila and Dima. We will definitely be back.
I really appreciated this humble little restaurant on Friday night in Malmo. We were visiting and wanted some good, vegan, tasty food made with love. That's exactly what we got!
The staff were super helpful when I said I was vegan (it's a vegetarian place - not just vegan) and gluten free. We enjoyed a tasty Indian Krishna type meal which included a flavoursome, gently spiced curry, with celeriac pakora, rice (with green herbs and pumpkin seeds), a delicious bowl of soup and a simple 'eat all you want' side salad. My husband enjoyed so of the home made bread (which he said was sooooo good).
They were so friendly and helpful. I could feel that the food was made with love. The space has a really welcoming vibe and is very accommodating to vegans.
It cost us 80kr each to eat here, which is inexpensive for what you get.
I will certainly looking forward to visiting Govindas on my next visit to Malmo.
Updated review from my first very disappointed review back in 2009. At the time being, I was supersad about my favorite restaurant, Miso closed down their location, and getting a new daytime restaurant was a poor comfort.
I've eaten there several times since, and while it might not live up to my old memories of Miso, I still really like it there. I wish they were completely vegan though.
Unfortunately for vegans lovers MISO have change owner. But the news are not this bad because the new owner is GOVINDAS, and is already serving vegetarian food. Vegan food is available also. Lunch for 50 Kr approximately.
Please at Happy Cow staff correct this!
Find some information here, unfortunately only in Swedish:
9 Reviews
First Review by Trumoi
cstahmer
Points +20
Vegetarians will be Impressed - Edit
If your vegetarian but not vegan, Govinda's is a great, funky, little stop. The atmosphere is very cool--various depictions of Krishna adorn the walls and the local clientele pulls form a wide range of Malmo sub communities. During our meal we were surrounded by a Goth crew on our left, some academics on our right, and a business man and a couple of yogis front and back. This isn't a fancy sit-down and get waited on restaurant. You wait in line cafeteria style and take what is being served, in our case some delicious curry, rice, something resembling falafel, and some sauce. And there is also a small salad bar. Everything was also Gluten free, which is a plus. While there wasn't a lot of choice, everything tasted delicious and the serving staff was very helpful identifying ingredients, etc. If you go during the lunch rush, which we did, you might have difficulty finding a seat; but by the time we had finished, it had thinned out and seating was easy to find. If you like a funky but clean and friendly vibe you'll love Govinda's.
Read morePros: Taste, Portion Size, Vibe
Cons: Selection
Guest
OleAlstrup
Points +43
Best in Malmö !! - Edit
This is the best vegan/vegetarian restaurant in Malmö. Very high quality and experienced cooking skills saturated with love for each dish and the daily flavor combinations are SO good and spot on. The price level is an unbelievable bargain for such quality food. And the service is SO accommodating and friendly! My highest recommendations for this unique place!
Read moreGuest
gstier
Points +6
Delicious Food & Fair Prices - Edit
The food was delicious with very quick and friendly service. The prices were extremely reasonable. Great ambiance. Highly recommend.
Read morePros: Delicious , Fair prices, Fresh
Guest
yelenastier
Points +6
Excellent food - Edit
My husband and I spent 4 days in Copenhagen and heard many good things about this place in Malmo. We decided to try. I have to tell you it was the best food I've ever had in any of the veg restaurants in northern Europe. Great bread, wonderful sweets. Very pleasant owners. Thanks Mila and Dima. We will definitely be back.
Read morePros: Fresh food, Tasty sweets
Cons: nothing
Guest
MorbidMicke
Points +339
A nice secret! - Edit
A somewhat hard-to-find place which offers nice food that changes everyday. It's run by hare krishnas.
Read moreGuest
AnaEatsPlants
Points +1675
Really impressed good vegan options - Edit
I really appreciated this humble little restaurant on Friday night in Malmo. We were visiting and wanted some good, vegan, tasty food made with love. That's exactly what we got!
Read moreThe staff were super helpful when I said I was vegan (it's a vegetarian place - not just vegan) and gluten free. We enjoyed a tasty Indian Krishna type meal which included a flavoursome, gently spiced curry, with celeriac pakora, rice (with green herbs and pumpkin seeds), a delicious bowl of soup and a simple 'eat all you want' side salad. My husband enjoyed so of the home made bread (which he said was sooooo good).
They were so friendly and helpful. I could feel that the food was made with love. The space has a really welcoming vibe and is very accommodating to vegans.
It cost us 80kr each to eat here, which is inexpensive for what you get.
I will certainly looking forward to visiting Govindas on my next visit to Malmo.
Pros: Tasty, Excellent vegan option, Lovely welcoming energy
Cons: Not open weekends (at time of posting)
Guest
piffelina
Points +3608
Govinda's Malmö - Edit
Updated review from my first very disappointed review back in 2009. At the time being, I was supersad about my favorite restaurant, Miso closed down their location, and getting a new daytime restaurant was a poor comfort.
Read moreI've eaten there several times since, and while it might not live up to my old memories of Miso, I still really like it there. I wish they were completely vegan though.
Cons: Not all vegan
Guest
guillaume
Points +60
Good tasty vegetarian and vegan restaurants - Edit
Good govindas restaurant, open for lunch only. I really enjoy the different flavours and spices when eating there.
Read moreAsk for the vegan options and they will sort you out if menu is vegetarian.
http://www.govindasmalmo.com/
Cheap and tasty
Pros: Tasty, Cheap, Relax atmosphere
Cons: Opening hours
Guest
Trumoi
Points +21
MISO changes owner! - Edit
Unfortunately for vegans lovers MISO have change owner. But the news are not this bad because the new owner is GOVINDAS, and is already serving vegetarian food. Vegan food is available also. Lunch for 50 Kr approximately.
Read morePlease at Happy Cow staff correct this!
Find some information here, unfortunately only in Swedish:
http://www.halsa.se/blogs/news/10017.htm
Guest
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