Waxin’s Restaurant & Bar, Naples

You won’t find another place quite like this in Naples. Waxin’s is a family-run concept — the Waxin family moved from Sweden and created the restaurant to share authentic Swedish cuisine and design in the US. It’s a first-of-its-kind Swedish-American upscale restaurant and nightlife destination, bringing a Stockholm/New York City feel to Mercato

What to Eat & Drink

On the menu you’ll find authentic Swedish dishes like Swedish Meatballs, Beef Rydeberg, and Wallenbergare, alongside familiar favorites like a proper burger, Penne Alla Vodka, and Rib-Eye Steak. On the drinks side, the cocktail menu has an international flair that rotates throughout the year — and The Hotshot, a signature layered shot of Galliano, hot espresso, and whipped cream, is a must-try

Good to know:

• The interior is large but strangely intimate — lower ceilings and well-differentiated seating areas make it easy to talk and socialize, which sets it apart from other big Mercato spaces.

• If you prefer a quieter evening, go earlier in the week. If you want the full lively scene, weekend nights with DJs and live music are the move.

• Dogs are allowed on the patio.