During the last two decades Stockholm has seen an ever increasing number of new high standard eating places. Over 100 years ago there used to be taverns on every street corner. But during the early part of the 20th century many were closed down and Stockholm went into a period of slumber. Today though Stockholm can offer an impressive amount of high quality restaurants, cafés, pubs and bars. A new generation of highly skilled chefs are winning international acclaim not to mention awards. Outside of France itself, Sweden is one of the countries with most restaurants in the classic Guide Rouge (formerly Guide Michelin).
In addition to the well established restaurants that serve traditional Swedish dishes, a variety of ethnic restaurants have sprung up during the last two decades. Fish has a prominent place in the modern Swedish cuisine, do not leave town without tasting it.
Breakfast (frukost) is a fairly big and healthy meal. Most hotels have impressive breakfast buffets. Breakfast is normally included in room rate.
Lunch (lunch) is usually a lighter meal. Visitors can also enjoy big buffet tables (smorgasbord) where one can sample a variety of Sweden’s culinary specialties all at once.
Dinner (middag) is normally eaten sometime between 6 pm to 10 pm. However, in Stockholm, you will find that dinners are served as late as midnight at a range of establishments especially during the summertime.
Wine, liquor and beer prices are high in Sweden because of heavy taxation. Beside restaurants and bars, liquor and strong beer can only be purchased in state-owned shops (Systembolaget), during business hours on weekdays.
"See and be seen" places
Cafe Opera
Definitely a place to see and be seen - a truly popular establishment. Located behind the Royal Opera.
Address: Operahuset 1, Kungsträdgården
Tel: 08-676 58 00 Open: Daily Age: 23 Dress: Clean and tidy
Berns Salonger
Located in central Stockholm. Recently renovated. Impressive décor under magnificent chandeliers
Address: Berzelli Park
Tel: +46-8-566 322 22
Gourmet dining
Main course average price + SEK 300.
In Stockholm, seven restaurants are listed in Guide Michelin: Edsbacka with two stars. Bon Lloc, Gässlingen, Operakällaren, Wedholms Fisk, Fredsgatan 12 and Paul & Norbert all with one star each.
Wedholms Fisk
If you like fish and seafood this restaurant is a must. The owner Bengt Wedholm is known for his high standards as regards raw materials. Has received a star in the Guide Rouge (formerly Guide Michelin).
Address: Nybrokajen 17
Tel: +46-8-611 78 74
Restaurang Bon Lloc
Definitely value for money. Creative kitchen with a Mediterranean influence. Has received a star in the Guide Rouge (formerly Guide Michelin).
Address: Bergsgatan 33
Tel: +46-8-650 50 82
Pontus in the Green House
Excellent cuisine using only the best ingredients. Classic Swedish cooking with French, Italian and Asian influence.
Address: Österlånggatan 17
Tel: +46-8-24 25 32
Operakallaren
Enjoy an excellent meal in magnificent setting overlooking the royal castle. Has received a star in the Guide Rouge (formerly Guide Michelin).
Address: Operahuset, Karl XII:s torg
Tel: +46-8-676 58 00
More information: http://www.operakallaren.com
Gasslingen
Excellent French cuisine and an impressive wine cellar. Has received a star in the Guide Rouge (formerly Guide Michelin).
Address: Brannkyrkagatan 93
Tel: +46-8-669 54 95
Franska Matsalen
Located in the Grand Hotel overlooking the Royal Palace. Fine French cuisine.
Address: Grand Hotel, S Blasieholmshamnen 8
Tel: +46-8-679 35 84
Edsbacka Krog
One of the best Inns in Sweden dating back to 1626. Swedish cuisine with a French influence. Has received two stars in the Guide Rouge (formerly Guide Michelin).
Address: Sollentunavagen 220
Tel: +46-8-96 33 00
Moderately priced dining
Main course average price SEK 150 – 300.
Wardshuset Ulla Winbladh
This quaint building from 1897 has been carefully renovated in classic style. The outdoor section is one of the most popular in Stockholm during summertime. Traditional Swedish cuisine.
Address: Rosendalsvägen 8
Tel: +46-8-663 05 71
Restaurang Mårten Trotzig
These premises belonged to the beer and wine merchant Martin Traubtzich in the 16th century. Fine Swedish cuisine with an extensive wine list.
Address: Vasterlånggatan 79
Tel: +46-8-24 02 31
More information: http://www.trozig.se
Restaurang Leijontornet
The restaurant sits atop the medieval city wall, which is visible through the glass floor. Fine Swedish cuisine.
Address: Lilla Nygatan 5
Tel: +46-8-14 23 55
Prinsen
This restaurant has been a popular place for actors, artists, stockbrokers etc for over a hundred years. Fine, traditional Swedish cuisine.
Address: Master Samuelsgatan 4
Tel: +46-8-611 13 31
More information: http://www.restaurangprinsen.se
Paul & Norbert
Fine food and a magnificent wine list. Outdoor seating available in summertime. Has received a star in the Guide Rouge (formerly Guide Michelin).
Address: Strandvagen 9
Tel: +46-8-663 81 83
Norrlands Bar & Grill
Fine Swedish cuisine with both French and Mediterranean influence.
Address: Norrlandsgatan 24
Tel: +46-8-611 88 10
More information: http://www.norrlands.nu
No 18
Popular place for the younger crowd including the “IT professionals”. Choose the fish!
Address: Linnogatan 18
Tel: +46-8-662 10 18
More information: http://www.bokabord.se
Gondolen
Modern Swedish cuisine with Italian and French influence. Enjoy your meal as well as a magnificent view.
Address: Stadsgården 6
Tel: +46-8-641 70 90
More information: http://www.gondolen.com
Fredsgatan 12
A definite culinary experience. You will not be disappointed. Has received a star in the Guide Rouge (formerly Guide Michelin).
Address: Fredsgatan 12
Tel: +46-8-24 80 52
Fjaderholmarnas Krog
Escape from the noise of the city to this small island only a short boat trip away. Since 1699 the inhabitants from the archipelago have been stopping by here to “wet the whistle” on their way to the markets with their produce. Swedish cuisine.
Address: Stora Fjaderholmen
Tel: +46-8-718 33 55
More information: http://www.fjaderholmarna.com
Eriks Pica Pica
Modern Swedish cuisine with an influence from France and the Mediterranean.
Address: Regeringsgatan 111
Tel: +46-8-660 60 60
Drottningsholms Wardshus
Modern Swedish cuisine with French influence. Why not take a stroll in the beautiful palace garden after dinner. The Royal family resides in the Drottningholm Palace.
Address: Malmbacken, Drottningholm
Tel: +46-8-759 03 08
More information: http://www.drottningholmswardshus.se
Den Gyldene Freden
A classic establishment since 1722. A favorite hangout for the famous Swedish poet / singer Carl Michael Bellman. Excellent Swedish cuisine.
Address: Asterlånggatan 51
Tel: +46-8-10 90 46
More information: http://www.gyldenefreden.se
Reasonably priced dining
Main course average price less than SEK 150.
Restaurangen
A fascinating menu based on an international cuisine. Good value for money.
Address: Oxtorgsgatan 14
Tel: +46-8-22 09 52
Restaurang Folkhemmet
A fine and trendy cuisine. Popular with the locals.
Address: Renstiernas gata 30
Tel: +46-8-640 55 95
Bistro Jarl
An elegant small Bistro. French and cross cooking.
Address: Birger Jarlsgatan 7
Tel: +46-8-611 76 30
Ethnic dining
Shilla
Fine Korean fare.
Address: Linnogatan 39B
Tel: +46-8-663 12 77
Sawadee
Genuine Thai food as good as it gets.
Address: Olofsgatan 6
Tel: +46-8-20 98 00
Restaurang Malaysia
Mainly Malaysian, but with an influence of Thai, Indian and Indonesian cuisine. Try the frogs-legs in a curry sauce.
Address: Luntmakargatan 98
Tel: +46-8-673 56 69
Miyako
An excellent Japanese kitchen well suited for business entertainment with a special traditional Tatamia section with low tables and no shoes.
Address: Kommendörsgatan 23
Tel: +46-8-662 25 06
Merhaba
Fine Turkish cuisine served in this popular establishment.
Address: Ringvägen 110
Tel: +46-8-644 20 60
Lilla Pakistan
Rated best exotic restaurant by the culinary magazine Gourmet.
Address: St Eriksgatan 66
Tel: +46-8-30 56 46
La Habana
For those who enjoy fine Cuban food and not only cigars.
Address: Sveavägen 108
Tel: +46-8-16 64 65
India Gate
Enjoy the finest foods from India and Bengal.
Address: Frejgatan 3
Tel: +46-8-15 20 30
Il Tempo
A nice restaurant with classic Italian cuisine.
Address: Hogbergsgatan 40
Tel: +46-8-644 75 10
Ho's
Fine Chinese cuisine primarily from Canton and Sezuan.
Address: Hornsgatan 151
Tel: +46-8-844 44 20
Vegetarian
In addition to the restaurants listed below, most Asian restaurants serve a variety of vegetarian meals.
Artagården
A large buffet with a wide selection of both hot and cold dishes.
Address: Nybrogatan 31
Tel: +46-8-662 17 28
Hemma hos Seyhmus
A fine selection of cold vegetarian dishes made from fresh ingredients.
Address: Hornsgatan 80
Tel: +46-8-669 35 35
Chutney
Make their own fresh pasta. Both hot and cold dishes. Also has outdoor seating.
Address: Katarina Bangata 17
Tel: +46-8-640 30 10
Cafes, bakeries etc.
Lasse i Parken
This quaint red cottage in lush green setting is a favorite in the summertime.
Address: Hogalidsgatan 56
Tel: +46-8-658 33 95
Glasbruket Cafe och Galleri
A small and cozy cafe.
Address: Katarinavagen 19
Tel: +46-8-462 00 17
Hemma hos Julia
They are famous for their cheese dishes. Everything is home baked and the sandwiches are fresh even later in the day. Good value.
Address: St Eriksgatan 15
Tel: +46-8-640 45 15
Chokladkoppen
This is actually two cafés in one. If you prefer coffee take the left door and if your heart is with a cup of hot chocolate enter through the right door.
Address: Stortorget 18-20
Tel: +46-8-20 31 70
Cafe Sirap
This is a very popular café especially during weekends. Serving delicious blueberry pancakes. Varied menu.
Address: Surbrunnsgatan 31
Tel: +46-8-612 94 19
Fast food
Swedes love hotdogs and you’ll find stands all over the city.
Many ethnic fast food restaurants and stands have sprung up during the last decade or so. You find them all over town.
McDonald's
Mc Donald’s has 52 restaurants in and around Stockholm of which 18 are in the inner city. For locations please see: http://www.mcdonalds.se/index2.asp
Burger King
Burger King has 16 locations in and around the city of which 6 are in the city center.
Pubs
Tudor Arms
The Pub, for over 30 years. A lot of the customers are English or maybe Australians.
Address: Grevgatan 31
Tel: +46-8-660 27 12
The Bishop´s Arms
Probably the most charming pub in town. Lots of paintings adorn the walls. The staff knows how a good beer should be handled.
Address: St Eriksgatan 115
Tel: +46-8-566 217 88
More information: http://www.bishoparms.com
St Andrews Inn
Clean, elegant and serve excellent beer.
Address: Nybrogatan 46
Tel: +46-8-661 12 02
Soldaten Svejk
A classic bier stube. Well worn and cozy.
Address: Östgatagatan 35
Tel: +46-8-641 33 66
Oliver Twist
An excellent choice for those who appreciate good beer.
Address: Repslagargatan 6
Tel: +46-8-640 05 66
Jarntorgspumpen
Very hip and trendy and the staff has a good knowledge of beer.
Address: Jarntorget 83
Tel: +46-8-20 05 10
Akkurat
This is probably the best pub in Stockholm with a wide selection of beers.
Address: Hornsgatan 18
Tel: +46-8-644 00 15
