Kosher in Sweden
Sweden
Sweden has one of the larger Jewish communities in Scandinavia, with well-established resources for kosher food and Jewish life – particularly in Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö. With some planning, keeping kosher during your stay is very manageable.
The Jewish Community of Stockholm – Judiska Församlingen i Stockholm (JFST)
The Jewish Community of Stockholm is the largest Jewish community in Sweden, with around 4,500 members. It operates three synagogues in the city – two Orthodox and one Conservative (the Great Synagogue, built in 1870) – as well as a Jewish school, community centre, and kosher facilities.
The community's kosher shop, Makolet, is located at the Jewish Centre at Nybrogatan 19 and is open Monday–Thursday 9:00–17:30, and Friday until one hour before Shabbat. This is the best-stocked kosher shop in the Nordic region, carrying meat, dairy, and a wide range of packaged goods.
Note that shechita is prohibited by Swedish law, so all kosher meat is imported.
🌐 jfst.se
The Jewish Community of Gothenburg – Judiska Församlingen i Göteborg
Gothenburg has an active Jewish community whose beautiful synagogue dates back to 1855. The community has both a Conservative/Masorti synagogue and an Orthodox minyan, and welcomes visiting Jews.
The Jewish Community of Malmö – Judiska Församlingen i Malmö
Malmö's Jewish community was founded in 1871 and has around 540 members. Their synagogue, inaugurated in 1903, holds Orthodox services on Shabbat and holidays, as well as monthly Conservative/egalitarian services. The community is small but vibrant and welcomes visitors.
Please note that there is no kosher food shop in Malmö. The community refers visitors to online ordering or to Gils Deli in nearby Copenhagen.
🌐 jfm.se
Chabad in Sweden
Chabad is present in Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö, and offers kosher meals, Shabbat hospitality, and guidance for Jewish travellers. Chabad Stockholm also offers kosher takeaway for visitors.
🌐 Chabad of Stockholm 🌐 Chabad of Gothenburg 🌐 Chabad of Malmö
Kosher Food & Restaurants in Stockholm
Stockholm has several options for kosher dining and takeaway:
Kosherian – Kosher shop and deli at Nybrogatan 19, open Monday–Thursday 11:00–18:00 and Friday 9:00–15:00. Under the supervision of the Orthodox Rabbi of the Jewish Community of Stockholm. 🌐 kosherian.se
Bajit Café – A dairy café at the Jewish Centre serving breakfast, lunch, coffee, and cakes. Sit-in or takeaway. Open Monday–Thursday 7:30–17:30, Friday 8:00–15:00. 🌐 bajitkaffe.business.site
Miriam's Catering / KosherStockholm – Kosher meal delivery and catering in Stockholm, tailored to your needs during your stay. Contact in advance of arrival. 🌐 kosherstockholm.com
Kosher Product Resources
Two resources can help you navigate kosher-approved products available in regular Swedish supermarkets:
The JFST Kosher Product List is the official guide published by the Jewish Community of Stockholm. 📄 Download the kosher product list (PDF)
The Sweden Kosher website offers a searchable overview of kosher-approved products and resources across Sweden. 🔍 swedenkosher.com
Kosher Wine in Sweden
Kosher wine is sold through Systembolaget, Sweden's state alcohol monopoly. The selection is limited but somewhat broader than in Norway. We recommend checking availability in advance and ordering ahead, or bringing kosher wine from home if possible.
The Mikveh
There is a mikveh in Stockholm. Contact the Jewish Community of Stockholm or Chabad for access and booking information.
Jewish Museum
The Jewish Museum of Sweden (Judiska museet) is located in the Gamla Stan area of Stockholm and is well worth a visit, covering Swedish Jewish history and culture.