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Harlequin

A good restaurant focused on experience and quality.

Looking for a good restaurant in Umeå? Then you've come to the right place! At Harlequin we offer a unique dining experience that combines the best of two worlds - big-city buzz and local charm. Our restaurant lives in symbiosis with our sister restaurant Hunger och Törst, and together we create an atmosphere that is both welcoming and exciting.

Our staff are known for their friendly and professional service, and you'll recognise them from both of our restaurants. We always strive to give our guests the best experience, which means we are constantly developing and challenging ourselves to deliver food and drink of the highest quality.

We have a passion for good food and drink, and we're proud to offer a menu that is both innovative and classic. Our dishes are prepared with care and love, and we always use fresh, local produce to guarantee a taste experience out of the ordinary.

So if you're looking for a good restaurant in Umeå, come to Harlequin. We promise you won't be disappointed!

Experience a good restaurant in Umeå

Looking for a fantastic restaurant in Umeå? Then you've come to the right place! We offer a unique dining experience that combines big-city buzz with local charm. Our restaurant is known for its inviting and exciting atmosphere, where our friendly and professional staff always strive to give you the best experience. We are passionate about good food and drink and offer a menu that is both innovative and classic. Our dishes are prepared with care and love, always with fresh, local produce to guarantee a taste experience out of the ordinary. Visit us at harlequin.se and experience an exceptional restaurant in Umeå that you won't be disappointed by!

An unforgettable dining experience in the heart of Umeå

Discover a fantastic restaurant where the pulse of the big city meets local charm. Our passion for food and drink is reflected in every dish we serve, carefully prepared with fresh, local produce. Our dedicated staff, known for their friendly and professional service, always strive to give you an experience out of the ordinary. Whether you're after a classic or an innovative taste experience, we promise you won't be disappointed. Welcome to a restaurant where quality and experience take centre stage.

Discover one of Umeå's best restaurants

Looking for an excellent restaurant in Umeå? With us, an international pulse meets local tradition in an exciting culinary experience. Our friendly staff, known for their spirit of service, always make sure your visit is a memorable one. We offer a varied menu where classic dishes meet creative reinterpretations, prepared with great care for the quality of the ingredients. Come and experience Umeå's dynamic restaurant scene, where every guest gets to enjoy a unique gastronomic journey.

Fresh produce - the foundation of a good restaurant

It's no secret that fresh produce is the very heart of a good restaurant. Here, local and seasonal ingredients are used to create dishes that both taste and feel better. Our chefs place great importance on choosing the best from the local area, which brings both sustainability and a unique flavour profile.
The result is a menu that changes with the seasons and always offers something new. With respect for the ingredients and careful preparation, every dish gets the chance to shine. Guests can taste the difference in quality and freshness, which elevates the whole visit. Choosing a restaurant that focuses on fresh produce means choosing a dining experience out of the ordinary.

A good restaurant for everyday and celebrations

We at Harlequin are a good restaurant that suits a weeknight dinner just as well as a festive occasion. Whether you want to celebrate something special, have a relaxed lunch or enjoy a lovely dinner midweek, we have something for you. The menu is designed to suit different tastes and wishes, with both classic favourites and exciting new options. Our flexible setting means both small and large groups feel at home with us. We also offer special solutions for larger events, so your evening turns out exactly the way you want. With us, every visit is a reason to indulge.

Why service is the heart of a good restaurant

Service is more than a smile at the table - it's the ability to read the guest's wishes and create a safe and pleasant atmosphere. A good restaurant always puts the guest first and makes sure every detail is well thought out. Our staff are dedicated and attentive, ready to advise on the menu or suggest a suitable drink.

Whether you're a regular or visiting Harlequin for the first time, you'll receive the same warm welcome. This creates a sense of belonging and makes guests happy to return. By putting service in focus, we take the experience even further. A good restaurant thus becomes more than just a place to eat - it becomes a place you long to come back to.

Discover lunch and wine tasting in Umeå with us

Looking for a restaurant in Umeå that offers something extra at lunch? At Harlequin you get not only a flavourful experience, but also the chance to discover new favourites on the menu. We always use fresh, local produce to create dishes that surprise and inspire. If you want to brighten up your everyday, we warmly recommend our lunch in Umeå, where we combine classic flavours with modern touches. We also regularly host wine tastings in Umeå, where you get the chance to explore exciting wines in good company. Welcome to a restaurant that puts the experience first, both at lunch and during our evening wine tastings.

Creative menus at a good restaurant

A good restaurant stands out by offering creative menus that surprise. Here, classic favourites are blended with modern touches to create something unique. The menu is constantly evolving to reflect the season's best produce and new ideas in the kitchen. That means you'll always find something new to discover on every visit.

The combination of tradition and innovation makes the meal exciting. By showcasing local products, the dishes get a personal touch. A creative menu shows that the restaurant dares to think differently and wants to give its guests a memorable experience.

Local flavours at a good restaurant

We place great importance on showcasing local produce and flavours on our menu. A good restaurant should reflect the region's food culture, and we do that by working with producers in the local area.

The flavours change with the seasons, giving guests a genuine and varied dining experience. With a focus on sustainability and quality, every dish gets a unique character. That way we can always offer the very best the area has to offer.

A good restaurant for spontaneous visits

Not every restaurant visit needs to be planned far in advance, and a good restaurant should feel just as right when the decision is made on the spot. Whether you drop in after work, meet up with friends at the last minute or want to treat yourself to something extra midweek, a warm welcome awaits. The relaxed yet quality-conscious style makes it easy to feel at home straight away.

At the same time, there's the same care for service, ingredients and details as on more formal occasions. That's why this is a good restaurant for spontaneous evenings too.

A good restaurant with innovative drinks

A good restaurant complements the food with a thoughtful selection of drinks. With us you'll find both classic and inventive options - from local wines to exciting alcohol-free drinks. Our knowledgeable staff are happy to help you find the perfect match for your meal.

We love highlighting new trends and letting drinks become part of the overall experience. Let our wide range inspire you next time you visit Harlequin.

What makes a good restaurant

When you're looking for a good restaurant in Umeå, it's about more than just getting full. The whole picture is what counts: ingredients, service, atmosphere and the feeling that every detail is just right. At Harlequin, big-city buzz meets local charm in an experience where quality takes centre stage. Here are a few things that often set a good restaurant apart from the crowd and make the visit worth longing to return to.

- Fresh, local produce makes a big difference to the flavour. At Harlequin, the season's best ingredients take their place in dishes that feel both thoughtful and alive.

- Service is a crucial part of the experience at a good restaurant. A friendly welcome, knowledge of food and drink and an eye for detail make every visit more personal.

- A good restaurant offers a menu with a balance between the classic and the creative. There's room for both trusted favourites and new flavours that make the meal memorable.

- The atmosphere should suit both a relaxed lunch and an atmospheric dinner. Harlequin combines a big-city feel with local warmth in a setting where both small and large groups feel at home.

- The drinks selection is an important part of the whole at a good restaurant. With thoughtful choices and staff who are happy to recommend suitable options, the entire taste experience is lifted.

How to choose a good restaurant in Umeå

Finding a good restaurant is about more than just choosing a place to eat. For the best experience, it's wise to look at the whole picture: ingredients, menu, service, atmosphere and drinks. At Harlequin in Umeå, these are exactly the things that take centre stage, with a big-city feel, local charm and a clear focus on quality. Here are a few simple things to start from when you want to find a good restaurant that delivers a memorable meal

  1. Start by looking at the ingredients. A good restaurant focuses on fresh, local and seasonal ingredients that bring more flavour and higher quality to the plate.
  2. Check out the menu before you book. When classic dishes meet creative touches, it often shows that the restaurant cares about craft, variety and the guest experience.
  3. Choose a place where service is given room. Friendly, knowledgeable and attentive staff make a big difference and help you enjoy a more personal and relaxed dinner.
  4. Think about the atmosphere as a whole. A good restaurant should work just as well for spontaneous visits, lunches and more festive dinners, in a setting where both small and large groups feel at home.
  5. See whether the food and drink work together. Thoughtful drinks choices and recommendations from the staff lift the flavours and make the visit more memorable.

Summary

Harlequin is a restaurant in Umeå offering a unique dining experience where big-city buzz meets local charm. Quality and service are in focus, with a menu that combines classic dishes and innovative flavours, always prepared with fresh, local produce. The dedicated and professional staff make sure every visit is memorable. Besides dinner and lunch, there are also wine tastings and other exciting events. Welcome to a restaurant where the experience takes centre stage and where you can always count on good food and a pleasant atmosphere.

Questions & Answers

What kinds of dining experiences does Harlequin in Umeå offer?

Harlequin offers a unique dining experience that combines big-city buzz with local charm. The menu is both innovative and classic, prepared with fresh, local produce.

How does Harlequin describe its service and atmosphere?

Harlequin is known for its friendly and professional service and an inviting, exciting atmosphere. The team always strives to give guests the best experience.

What kind of ingredients does Harlequin use in its dishes?

Harlequin always uses fresh, local produce to guarantee a taste experience out of the ordinary. Every dish is carefully prepared with care and love.

What can guests expect from a dinner at Harlequin?

Guests can expect an unforgettable dining experience where the pulse of the big city meets local charm. Harlequin promises that no one will be disappointed by its quality food and drink.

Why is Harlequin considered a good restaurant in Umeå?

Harlequin has a strong focus on experience, service and quality. It combines big-city buzz with local charm and offers both innovative and classic dishes made from fresh, local produce. The staff are well known for their friendly and professional service.

How does a good restaurant like Harlequin stand out from others in Umeå?

A restaurant like Harlequin stands out by constantly developing its food offering, placing great importance on first-class service and creating a vibrant atmosphere. The combination of a creative menu and genuine care for the guest makes the experience memorable.

What are the benefits of a good restaurant offering both lunch and wine tasting?

A restaurant that offers both lunch and wine tasting gives guests the chance to enjoy varied flavours throughout the day and discover new wines. This adds an extra dimension to the culinary experience and suits both everyday occasions and celebrations.

What does it mean for a restaurant to focus on service and quality?

When a restaurant puts service and quality first, guests can count on a professional welcome and carefully prepared food. It creates an overall experience where both flavour and atmosphere are of the highest standard, which is the hallmark of a good restaurant.

Why are fresh, local ingredients important at a good restaurant?

A good restaurant can be recognised by ingredients of clear quality, preferably local and seasonal. When the ingredients guide the menu, the flavours become cleaner, the dishes more alive and the whole experience stronger from the first bite to the last.

How should the menu be put together at a good restaurant?

At a good restaurant, the menu should feel thoughtful and balanced. Classic dishes provide reassurance, while creative touches spark curiosity and add variety. Together, they mean both returning guests and new visitors find something that suits them.

What does service mean for the overall impression of a good restaurant?

Service often decides whether a good restaurant truly feels memorable. Friendly, knowledgeable and attentive staff create a sense of ease, help with food and drink choices and make the whole meal feel more personal and relaxed.

How do you choose a good restaurant in Umeå based on the whole picture?

When choosing a good restaurant in Umeå, it's wise to look at the whole picture: ingredients, menu, service, atmosphere and drinks. A place that brings these together often delivers a more polished, pleasant and memorable dining experience.

Dinner menu

Dinner menu

To start:

Butter-fried lobster

cauliflower/chervil purée, langoustine emulsion, chervil oil, timut pepper, pickled apple, pickled turnip, 275kr

Swedish beef tartare

cured egg yolk, yellow beetroot crisps, Gruyère/Parmesan/truffle cream, puffed buckwheat, night-baked capers 265kr

Lobster & crab taco

pineapple chutney, Avruga caviar, pickled fennel, horseradish mayonnaise, crispy dill 275kr

Thinly sliced sirloin

fresh summer truffle, Jerusalem artichoke cream, hazelnuts, Jerusalem artichoke crisps, pickled Jerusalem artichoke, port wine glaze 265kr

Kalix vendace roe & waffle‍

pickled onion jelly, crème fraîche, dill, lemon zest, grated frozen Västerbotten cheese 275kr

Chanterelle ravioli

butter-fried wild mushrooms, beurre blanc, autumn truffle, crispy salsify, brown butter, deep-fried parsley 265kr

Mains:

Dry-aged sirloin

early summer vegetables, tomato emulsion, roasted cocktail tomatoes, red wine reduction, wild garlic butter, fried garlic/thyme, potato terrine 375kr

Herb-baked plaice

roasted beetroot, beetroot crisps, beetroot sprouts, pickled broccolini, langoustine sauce, potato purée 365kr

Beetroot risotto

roasted beetroot, smoked almonds, crispy egg, brown butter, crudités of autumn root vegetables 335kr

To finish:

Moulded dark chocolate mousse

brown butter ice cream, blackberry tuile, oat/rye crumble, blackberry jelly, wood sorrel, lingonberry compote 135kr

Caramel crème brûlée

tonka bean ice cream, raw-stirred sea buckthorn, almond praline, sea buckthorn coulis 135kr

Grandma's crispy wafer basket

freshly churned punsch ice cream, raspberry and blueberry compote, lingonberry meringue 135kr

The kitchen recommends

A set four-course menu featuring the best ingredients of the season.

Served to the whole party.

695 kr per person

September offer

3-course menu

595kr, see the menu on the front page!

Lunch menu

LUNCH

Starters

Lobster & crab taco

pineapple chutney, Avruga, pickled fennel, horseradish mayonnaise, crispy dill 105kr/each

Swedish beef tartare

cured egg yolk, yellow beetroot crisps, Gruyère/Parmesan/truffle cream, puffed buckwheat, night-baked capers

small 145kr, large with crispy new potatoes 265kr

Mains

Autumn Bookmaker Toast

slow-baked sirloin, Västerbotten cheese cream, butter-fried chanterelles,  Slow-baked sirloin, Jerusalem artichoke crisps 225kr

Crispy-skin salmon

seafood risotto, crispy prawns, grilled asparagus, crudités of fennel, carrot, kale, chervil oil 225kr

Carrot & chickpea patties

tzatziki, deep-fried chickpeas, roasted feta cream, ginger-pickled carrot, Jerusalem artichoke crisps, kale 215kr

Three-course lunch

Taco + Main course of your choice + Crème brûlée

355kr per person

Desserts

Grandma's wafer basket

freshly churned punsch ice cream, raspberry and blueberry compote, lingonberry meringue 135kr

Crème brûlée

flavour of the week 99kr‍‍

Praline

ask about today's flavour 45kr

‍Of course we have vegan options too - just ask and we'll tell you more!

English Menu

Dinner Menu

First:

Butter-fried lobster

cauliflower/chervil pure, sea crayfish emulsion, chervil oil, pickled apple, pickled turnip, timut pepper, 275kr

Swedish Beef Tartare

‍cured egg yolk, yellow beetroot chips, gruyère/parmesan/truffle cream, puffed buckwheat, night-baked capers 265kr

Lobster & crab taco

pineapple chutney, avruga caviar, pickled fennel, horseradish mayonaisse, crispy dill 275kr

Thinly sliced sirloin steak

fresh summer truffle, jerusalem artichoke cream, hazelnuts, Jerusalem artichoke chips, pickled jerusalem artichoke, port wine glaze 265kr

Vendace roe from Kalix & waffles

pickled onion gel, crème fraîche, dill, lemon zest, frozen local cheese 275kr

Ravioli on chanterelles

butter-fried mushroom, beurre blanc, fall truffles, crispy salsify, browned butter, deep-fried parsley 265kr

Main:

Tender sirloin steak

summer starters, tomato emulsion, baked cocktail tomatoes, red wine reduction, ramson butter, fried garlic/thyme, potato terrine 375kr

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Herb-baked turbot

baked beetroot, beetroot chips, beetroot sprouts, pickled asparagus broccoli, crayfish sauce, mashed potatoes 365kr

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Beetroot risotto

‍baked beetroot, smoked almonds, crispy egg, autumn root vegetable crudite, browned butter 335kr

Desserts:

Molded dark chocolate mousse

lingonberry compote, browned butter ice cream, blackberry tuile, oat/rye crumble, blackberry jelly, oxalis 135kr

Caramel Crème brûlée

tonka ice cream, raw sea buckthorn, almond praline, sea buckthorn coulie 135kr

Grandma´s crispy basket

queen's compote, punch ice cream, lingonberry meringue 135kr

‍The kitchen recommends

a pre-set menu of four courses featuring the best seasonal ingredients.

Valid for the entire party.

695kr per person

September offer

3 course dinner 595kr

Brunch

BRUNCH/LUNCH

Starters

Seared Salma salmon

crispy cabbage, Västerbotten cheese cream, pickled fennel

135kr

Norrland beef tartare

cured egg yolk, yellow beetroot crisps, Gruyère/Parmesan/truffle cream, puffed buckwheat, capers

half as a starter 145kr, full as a main with deep-fried almond potatoes 255kr

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Mains

Butter-fried flounder fillet

pickled cucumber, white wine sauce, roasted carrot, potato purée

185kr

Red wine braised ox cheek

roasted pointed cabbage, potato purée, red wine reduction, pickled onion

185kr

Butter-fried oyster mushrooms

herb pesto, roasted potatoes, feta cream, roasted pumpkin seeds, pickled onion

185kr

Allergies? 

Let us know when you order and we'll sort it out

Desserts

Dessert of the day

‍95kr

Alexandra's chocolate truffle

45kr

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‍Of course we also have vegetarian/vegan options and dishes adapted for allergies - just ask and we'll tell you more!

Take-away menu

Take Away

To start:

Butter-fried lobster

cauliflower/chervil purée, langoustine emulsion, chervil oil, timut pepper, pickled apple, pickled turnip 235kr

Swedish beef tartare

cured egg yolk, yellow beetroot crisps, Gruyère/Parmesan/truffle cream, puffed buckwheat, night-baked capers 225kr

Lobster & crab taco

pineapple chutney, Avruga caviar, pickled fennel, horseradish mayonnaise, crispy dill 235kr

Thinly sliced sirloin

fresh summer truffle, Jerusalem artichoke cream, hazelnuts, Jerusalem artichoke crisps, pickled Jerusalem artichoke, port wine glaze 225kr

Kalix vendace roe & waffle‍

pickled onion jelly, crème fraîche, dill, lemon zest, grated frozen Västerbotten cheese 235kr

Chanterelle ravioli

Butter-fried wild mushrooms, beurre blanc, autumn truffle, crispy salsify, brown butter, deep-fried parsley 225kr

Mains:

Dry-aged sirloin

early summer vegetables, tomato emulsion, roasted cocktail tomatoes, red wine reduction, wild garlic butter, fried garlic/thyme, potato terrine 345kr

Herb-baked plaice

roasted beetroot, beetroot crisps, beetroot sprouts, pickled broccolini, langoustine sauce, potato purée 335kr

Beetroot risotto

roasted beetroot, smoked almonds, crispy egg, brown butter, crudités of autumn root vegetables 315kr

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To finish:

Moulded dark chocolate mousse

brown butter ice cream, blackberry tuile, oat/rye crumble, blackberry jelly, wood sorrel, lingonberry compote 105kr

Lunch take away

LUNCH MENU TAKE AWAY

Starters

Lobster & crab taco

pineapple chutney, Avruga caviar, pickled fennel, horseradish mayonnaise, crispy dill 95kr/each

‍Swedish beef tartare

cured egg yolk, yellow beetroot crisps, Gruyère/Parmesan/truffle cream, puffed buckwheat, capers

half as a starter 145kr, full as a main with deep-fried almond potatoes 255kr‍

Mains‍

Moose meatballs

Autumn Bookmaker Toast

slow-baked sirloin, Västerbotten cheese cream, butter-fried chanterelles,  Slow-baked sirloin, Jerusalem artichoke crisps 195kr

Crispy-skin salmon

seafood risotto, crispy prawns, grilled asparagus, crudités of fennel, carrot, kale, chervil oil 195kr

Carrot & chickpea patties

tzatziki, deep-fried chickpeas, roasted feta cream, ginger-pickled carrot, Jerusalem artichoke crisps, kale 185kr

Dessert of the day

ask us what it is! 105kr

Chocolate truffle

35kr

‍Of course we have vegan options too - just ask and we'll tell you more!

Weekend bag menu

Dinner bag

495kr

Lightly smoked Arctic char taco

gyoza shell, smoked cream cheese, pickled fennel, watercress

Herb-baked venison

crispy salsify, salsify emulsion, lemon/blackberry butter, red wine reduction, crispy potato cake

Dark chocolate & cloudberry terrine

nougat ice cream, white chocolate cream, black pepper meringue

Add an extra starter: ‍

Swedish beef tartare

cured egg yolk, yellow beetroot crisps, Gruyère/truffle/Parmesan cream, puffed buckwheat, night-baked capers

145kr

Vegetarian dinner bag

495kr

Lightly smoked chanterelle taco

gyoza shell, smoked cream cheese, pickled fennel, watercress

Herb-baked pumpkin steak

crispy salsify, salsify emulsion, lemon/blackberry butter, red wine reduction, crispy potato cake

Dark chocolate & cloudberry terrine

nougat ice cream, white chocolate cream, black pepper meringue

Add an extra vegetarian starter:

‍Charred yellow beetroot tartare

cured egg yolk, yellow beetroot crisps, Gruyère/truffle/Parmesan cream, puffed buckwheat, night-baked capers

145kr

The menus can be adapted for allergies, and drink pairings are sent with your booking confirmation!

Weekday bag

Weekday bag

495kr

Juniper-cured scallop

brown butter emulsion, pickled spruce shoots, parsley root crisps, lemon pearls

Fillet of beef

chanterelles, caramelised onion cream, crispy cavolo nero, blackberry butter, bordelaise sauce, butter-fried salsify

Cloudberry compote & moist almond cake

freshly churned vanilla ice cream, cloudberry sauce, salted rum caramel, Marcona almonds

Add an extra starter: ‍

Swedish beef tartare

cured egg yolk, yellow beetroot crisps, Gruyère/truffle/Parmesan cream, puffed buckwheat, night-baked capers

145kr

Vegetarian weekday bag

495kr

Juniper-cured yellow beetroot

brown butter emulsion, pickled spruce shoots, parsley root crisps, lemon pearls

Crispy löpeld

chanterelles, caramelised onion cream, crispy cavolo nero, blackberry butter, bordelaise sauce, butter-fried salsify

Cloudberry compote & moist almond cake

freshly churned vanilla ice cream, cloudberry sauce, salted rum caramel, Marcona almonds

Add an extra vegetarian starter:

‍Charred yellow beetroot tartare

cured egg yolk, yellow beetroot crisps, Gruyère/truffle/Parmesan cream, puffed buckwheat, night-baked capers

145kr

The menus can be adapted for allergies, and drink pairings are sent with your booking confirmation!

Christmas lunch

WEEKEND OFFER

The menu is written on Friday, once we know which ingredients are at their very best. Our chefs then put together a fantastic three-course menu with a starter, main course and dessert.

The menu can of course be made vegetarian or vegan, and adapted for allergies.