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Contrast Public House

Go for food and drinks with the option of an evening show on the bar’s own stage.

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Tredje Långgatan 16, GöteborgMap and directions

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Contrast Public House is a restaurant and cocktail bar on Tredje Långgatan in Gothenburg, housed in a former fire station. It has a large outdoor terrace with leafy planting. Visitors can go for food and drinks, or attend an evening performance.

The drinks menu includes gin and tonics, cocktails, locally brewed beer, wine and whisky. Visit Sweden describes the gin and tonic selection as one of Sweden’s broadest, and says the cocktails have won awards. The wine list includes organic and natural wines, while the whisky selection is described as impressive.

In the evening, the bar also becomes a venue for performances and entertainment. Stand-up and comedy shows often take the spotlight. Sprängkullen Live, the bar’s own stage, hosts jazz nights, concerts and other musical and cultural events. A visit can centre on a meal, a drink or live entertainment. The large, leafy terrace offers an outdoor setting alongside the restaurant and bar.

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Tredje Långgatan 16, Göteborg

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Visit Sweden national API and Sweden's regional tourism organisations. Text and ranking by Sweden Herald. Facts are checked against the sources above; opening hours and prices can change, so check with the place before you go.

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