Öland's Iconic Potato Dumplings
Evas Kroppkakor in Köpingsvik has been making traditional Öland-style kroppkakor for over 30 years. Kroppkakor are handmade potato dumplings — think of them as Sweden’s answer to pierogi — filled with diced pork and onion, served with melted butter and lingonberry jam. The Öland variety uses mostly raw grated potato, giving them a distinctive grey color and a slightly firmer texture.
Beyond kroppkakor, the place has its own smokehouse producing isterband (traditional sausage), smoked fish, and other local specialties. There’s also a small farm shop with local delicacies and ready-made meal boxes to take home. The restaurant sits in a charming garden setting with both indoor and outdoor seating.
Practical Details
- Distance from the house: ~15 km south, about 15 minutes by car
- Address: Hagslättsvägen 14, 387 96 Köpingsvik
- Season: Primarily summer (daily 11:00-17:00 in peak season). Reduced hours in shoulder season (Thu-Sat). Check Facebook for current hours.
- Phone: +46 485-720 15 (orders by phone only)
- Kroppkakor are naturally gluten-free, lactose-free, and allergen-free
Good to Know
- Stick to the kroppkakor — it’s what they’re famous for, and reviews consistently praise it. Other menu items are secondary.
- Vegetarian kroppkakor available — order at least 2 hours in advance by phone.
- Takeaway available — great for a picnic or eating back at the house.
- Bouncy castle for kids in the garden during summer.
- Large parking area, including space for motorhomes.
- You can also find their kroppkakor and isterband at local grocery stores on Öland.
- Check their Facebook page before visiting — hours change seasonally and the website can be unreliable.
A must-try Öland food experience — even if you’ve never had kroppkakor before, this is the place to start.
Facebook: Evas Kroppkakor