ohanna Steakhouse has received a strong reception in Göteborgs-Posten’s restaurant review column Uteätarna. In the review, published on 5 June 2026, the restaurant is awarded 19 out of 25 points and described as a promising new addition to Gothenburg’s restaurant scene. The review concludes with the words: “The beginning of this new story is, to say the least, promising.”
Located on the seventh floor at Södra Hamngatan, Johanna Steakhouse offers a combination of classic steakhouse, cocktail bar and one of Gothenburg’s most impressive views. The review highlights the setting, service and dining experience as key parts of the overall impression.
A steakhouse focused on quality
Johanna Steakhouse builds its menu around carefully selected ingredients, grilled meat and classic side dishes. In GP’s review, the restaurant’s entrecôte and beef fillet receive particular praise for their quality and preparation, described as something that “would certainly be applauded by master Mannerström.” The meaty asparagus with butter and grilled lemon is also praised.
The reviewers describe the restaurant as a modern steakhouse where traditional flavours meet personal hospitality and a well-considered experience, in a “restfully elegant setting that makes you feel unusually fortunate.”
Personal hospitality and service in focus
A restaurant experience is about more than what is served on the plate. In GP’s review, Johanna Steakhouse’s service is also highlighted as an important part of the overall experience. The staff are described as warm, knowledgeable and attentive, with the ability to guide guests through both the menu and drinks selection in a natural and relaxed way.
The combination of professional service and genuine hospitality contributes to the welcoming atmosphere that defines the restaurant. Whether the visit is for a business lunch, dinner with friends or an evening in the bar, the ambition remains the same: for every guest to feel seen, cared for and welcome to return.
Views over Gothenburg from the seventh floor
One recurring highlight in the review is the restaurant’s location high above the city rooftops. The large windows and views over central Gothenburg create a special setting for lunches, dinners and evenings in the bar.
Since opening, Johanna Steakhouse has aimed to combine high quality on the plate with an atmosphere that makes guests want to stay a little longer, whether the visit begins with dinner or a cocktail in the bar.
Wine, cocktails and martinis
In addition to the food, the restaurant’s drinks offering is also noted. Johanna has a strong focus on wine and well-made cocktails, with a particular love for martinis. The bar is a natural meeting place both for guests who want to begin the evening with an aperitif and for those who want to end dinner with a classic cocktail.
A promising addition to Gothenburg’s restaurant scene
In recent years, Gothenburg has developed into one of Sweden’s most exciting food cities, and according to GP’s Uteätarna, Johanna Steakhouse has the potential to become a natural part of the city’s restaurant offering.
With 19 out of 25 points and a review describing the start as “to say the least, promising,” Johanna continues to develop its concept with a focus on grilled meat, classic flavours, personal hospitality and unique views over Gothenburg.
Welcome to experience Johanna Steakhouse at Södra Hamngatan 49 — for lunch, dinner, cocktails and long evenings above the city rooftops.