LISA ELMQVIST
For freshly caught fish and seafood, this is a must-see address.Read more
ARDBEG EMBASSY
Read moreYou'll find everything from Swedish-style elk, reindeer and deer meat to traditional dishes such as Biff Rydberg. You have menus inspired by the classics as well as the Norrland cuisine, the northernmost and most remote region of Sweden. The bar is the place to be for beer and whisky lovers (tasting session possible upon reservation) as it offers more than 300 types of whisky and 24 types of beer on draught. A real local restaurant that makes you discover the local gastronomy!
DJINGIS KHAN
Read moreYou can book for the weekend, as the hotel is full of craquer!
THE BIG BEN
Read moreThe Big Ben, as its name implies, is a large English pub with a rustic style with wood panelling and carpets. At noon, we take a soup or a pasta dish, and in the evening the meat or a fairly nice dish. There is a calm atmosphere in the day, more conducive to discussion than to excesses, and it is not uncommon to meet more elderly workers than young students.
LEBANON MEZA LOUNGE
Read moreA popular Lebanese restaurant, in a trendy decor, just steps from the Dramaten Theatre, and where there are a multitude of small dishes, many of which are less than 100 Sek.
RESTAURANT ESPERIA
Read moreIn the heart of Södermalm, a friendly Greek restaurant on two levels. The hotel is mainly frequented by the Swedish district. You can order an entrance, a dish and a dessert, a delicious moussaka, souvlakis or a tzatziki.
PETITE FRANCE
Read moreBreakfast, lunch or dinner, Johan and his French speaking staff will give you a warm welcome! This small restaurant-bakery with about thirty tables was created by Sébastien Boudet. A French baker who fell in love with Sweden, he was able to recreate the atmosphere of a "little France" in this place before giving way to the Swedish Johan. In his bakery, sourdough bread and butter croissant will make you rediscover the taste of our traditions. In the restaurant, the cuisine is also rather French, mixed with the best of Swedish cuisine.
FOTOGRAFISKA RESTAURANT
A Michelin star for fresh, refined, uncluttered cuisine, all with panoramic ...Read more
KAGGES
Read moreThe restaurant's chefs, Kalle and Dogge, are free to create their own dishes according to the season and the mood. We sit at the bar to watch them prepare their tasty dishes using local produce. The combinations are original, surprising and delicious, and the products are of a rare quality. The dishes are medium-sized, so you'll need to choose two or three to get your fill, but the menu takes this into account. Cosy, relaxed atmosphere, ideal for an intimate dinner.
RICHE
Read moreIt serves Swedish-inspired French specialties and is one of the best restaurants in the capital. Right in the center of "petit Paris", this distinguished restaurant dates back to 1893 and is housed on the first floor of an 18th century building. Very tasty cuisine, it is the occasion to taste a lamb fillet in a herb crust with potato and fennel terrine or a smoked salmon with fennel and marinated yellow beets. The daily specials are very affordable and some vegetarian dishes are on the menu.
MÅRTEN TROTZIG
Read moreThe name of the restaurant honours a young German merchant who came to Stockholm in the 16th century to make his fortune. The à la carte dishes are traditional Swedish gastronomy, cooked and served in a simple and elegant setting. You can try grilled reindeer or elk, sole or salmon, with fine accompaniments... The service is fast and the wine list offers a wide choice. The central and picturesque location of the place and the quality of its cuisine make it a logical stop for those who wish to taste elaborate local cuisine.
AGATON
Read moreAn Italian pizzeria next to Järntorget where you can enjoy a great pizza, pasta or meat. Apart from Swedish servers, we would be in a typical pizzeria with Italian music, candles and red and white tiles as in The Beautiful and the Celestial!
KVARNEN
Read moreLocated on the island of Södermalm, just a stone's throw from the Medborgarplatsen metro station, Kvarnen has been an institution in the area for over 100 years. Time seems to have stood still in this legendary restaurant, which offers tasty Swedish dishes, carefully prepared from generation to generation. Connoisseurs will remember Lisbeth's favourite pub from the Millennium series. Typical dishes such as reindeer stew, herring, potato and onion toast and the famous meatballs are served here, as well as a wide selection of beers and cocktails.
MAGNOLIA
Read moreLocated near Monteliusvägen, in a very charming pedestrian street in Söder, this restaurant of Taiwanese and Asian specialties has everything to please. The dishes are carefully prepared and full of flavors. One also comes here for the trendy atmosphere and the very lively bar on weekend evenings and during the nice days. The terrace, very charming, is on the street side, and allows to appreciate the unique atmosphere of the district. Don't forget to go up the street to see the view after your meal, as it is one of the most beautiful in Stockholm!
ÖSTGÖTAKÄLLAREN
Read moreÖstgötakällaren is a historical and atypical place that opened its doors in 1986. Here you will find a beautiful dining room whose decoration is worth a visit as well as a bar that serves an important selection of beers. You can enjoy Scandinavian and Central European dishes with big influences from Austria and Germany. Nice proportions to be washed down with sips of good sparkling beer from the restaurant's cellar. A classic Södermalm tavern, friendly, rustic and affordable, in total immersion with the locals.
GLENN MILLER CAFÉ
Read moreThis little restaurant is a real institution. Treat yourself to a dinner in a decor reminiscent of New York, walls covered with photos of jazz stars, all while listening to live bands. Recommended address for jazz lovers, or for those looking for concerts in Stockholm. Result, the restaurant is often crowded! The simple menu offers French-inspired dishes: mussels marinière or beef filet at reasonable prices. For a festive and fun evening, enjoying good music and good food.
MEATBALLS FOR THE PEOPLE
Read moreWith a restaurant, a bar and a store at the same time, Meatballs for the People puts, as its name indicates, the traditional Swedish meatball to the honor. Thus, it is the ideal place to introduce yourself to the national dish. If you are in an adventurous mood, you can choose from 11 different types of meat (and a vegan version), ranging from classic beef, pork, veal or lamb to more original ones such as reindeer, deer, elk, wild boar and even... bear meat! To be enjoyed on site or to take away.
BOULEBAR - SÖDERMALM
Read moreIt may seem strange to come to Sweden to rediscover the French charm, but it is the atmosphere of the place that is worth the detour. Here you can play pétanque, drink a glass of pastis and enjoy a meal deliciously flirting with the cuisine of the South of France. In the summer, the inhabitants of the capital go there to spend a good time together, so it is a good place to relax and meet people! Boulebar has several restaurants in Stockholm where you can play outside all summer long. Strange, but it is a must in the capital!
BAKFICKAN DJURET
Read moreOne of the favourites in Gamla Stan. A warm address, a bistro appreciated for its intimacy, whose decor is inspired by the world of hunting and butchery. A hushed atmosphere, wood panelling, brown leather, oxblood velvet, dark colours, immaculate white tablecloths, elegant glassware. A menu of four courses and dessert, constantly revisited according to the arrivals and composed essentially of fresh and local products. Vegetarians will not be disappointed as a special menu is available.
GILDAS RUM
Read moreA beautiful cafe located on the pretty Nytorget square, with a 1970s Parisian influence: floral patterns alternate with striped wallpaper in red and gold tones and trompe l'oeil library walls. Comfortable armchairs give the feeling of an old reading room. Large colored lanterns create a subdued atmosphere. Nice welcome, homemade pastries and sandwiches at reasonable prices. An obligatory point of passage when walking in SoFo, to have lunch or simply to drink a coffee. A charming place that you won't forget!