Restaurant – Articles about Stockholm

Mexican cuisine has given us something that is now an integral part of Swedish culture – tacos. Stockholm's restaurants have tacos for both the traditionalist and the modern taco lover, from authentic Mexican flavours to innovative interpretations and fusion. Exactly what belongs and doesn't belong...

Discovering Stockholm's indoor food halls and markets is a wonderful activity for anyone who enjoys browsing foodie delicacies, such as fresh fish and shellfish, fine cheeses, olive oils and gourmet pre-prepared dishes. Or why not sit down and enjoy a few oysters and a glass of bubbly in a delightfu...

Celebrating Easter in Stockholm this year? Why not skip the cooking and enjoy traditional Swedish Easter food out at a restaurant instead? There are several restaurants in Stockholm serving up classic Easter celebrations, in the form of Easter buffets, brunch and special Easter menus. Traditional di...

Do you enjoy trying out new restaurants as much as we do? Then you've come to the right place. This is a collection of all the newly-opened restaurants in Stockholm. We updated the list continuously, removing restaurants that have been around for more than a year and adding new ones. Generally the h...

Valentine's Day is a popular holiday in Sweden nowadays and it's the perfect opportunity to eat a romantic dinner with your beloved. Going out to eat at a restaurant on Valentine's Day is always a good idea and many restaurants in Stockholm make a real effort to create a specially romantic atmospher...

Hägersten-Liljeholmen, just south of Hornstull, has become a serious food mecca in recent years. There are masses of must-visit restaurants to discover, particularly around Liljeholmskajen, Midsommarkransen and Telefonplan. The neighbourhood boasts a wide range of new culinary concepts, as well...

Gärdet was originally used as a military training ground in the 1670s. These days it's a popular part of the city characterised by classic functionalist architecture and its large green space. Here, just a stone's throw from Östermalm, you'll find wonderful walking paths and cosy café...

Stockholm diners love exploring exotic flavours beyond Sweden's borders and native homecooking. Chinese cuisine has long been a popular part of the city's restaurant scene. But what the city hasn't always been overwhelmed with are really great restaurants where the food tastes as authentic as it wou...

DJs are all well and good, but it's hard to beat the thrill of good old-fashioned, rhythmic, pulsing live music. Stockholm is bursting with places that appreciate the magic of live music, so it can be hard to keep track of them all. This guide helps you find just the right spot to suit your taste in...

Bubbles, lobster and elegant desserts - New Year's Eve is almost upon us and if you're planning on hosting a New Year's Eve dinner at home this can mean a lot of planning and preparation. But you can make life a little easier on yourself and still impress guests with delicious food and an elegant fi...

Going out to eat a traditional Swedish Christmas buffet, or julbord, with colleagues to celebrate the past year is always a popular move, and there are numerous restaurants in Stockholm that are particularly suitable for corporate Christmas parties. Whether you're part of a smaller company that want...

Whether you're arranging a Christmas party at home or at work, catering can be a lifesaver. Just order the meatballs, herring, Janssons Temptation and other goodies and let the festive fun begin. We list some catering companies in Stockholm that specialise in catering for your julbord or other Chris...

Norrtälje, the main town of the Roslagen area, is around 45 minutes north of Stockholm. The idyllic small town, with its cobblestones and harbour, has everything you could want in terms of day trips, activities, spas and - naturally - food and drink. Many of Norrtälje's restaurants serve l...

One of the best things about Stockholm is its proximity to the Stockholm archipelago, easily accessible from the city centre. Whether you're visiting the capital or live here permanently, an outing to the islands is a must. There are countless beautiful islands and skerries, with bathing spots, natu...

You'll find plenty of restaurants and cafés in Vasastan and Kungsholmen that serve up a great weekend (and in a few cases weekday) brunch. Whether you're in the mood for something healthy or decadently delicious to fill your belly with, there's a restaurant in these central neighbourhoods to...

Fancy rounding off the week with a leisurely brunch in the heart of Stockholm city or among the cobblestone alleyways of the Old Town? There are plenty of restaurants to choose from, whether you're in the mood for a classic brunch buffet or a sit-down à la carte brunch. Tuck into goodies such...

Södermalm is full of fabulous brunch spots. Whether you're in the mood for a juicy burger, some small sharing plates, something healthy or a generous brunch buffet, you'll find what you're looking for here. Stop in Sofo (South of Folkungagatan) for a weekend brunch or settle in for a long lazy...

If you fancy going out for brunch in Östermalm there are plenty of popular spots in the neighbourhood to choose from. Take a break from shopping or a long walk, or just relax with a long, relaxing weekend lunch. We guide you to Östermalm's and Djurgården's best brunch spots, whether...

Take a break from the festive frenzy, book yourself a Christmas lunch and enjoy a classic julbord buffet with all the traditional Swedish flavours, or something with alternative flavours. If you don't feel like spending an entire evening celebrating Christmas, a Christmas lunch can be a slightly mor...

You don't need to stay in the city centre to round off your week with a great brunch - far from it. There are plenty of restaurants and cafés serving brunch outside central Stockholm, both buffet-style and à la carte. From archipelago inns and manor house restaurants to cosy neighbourh...

Fast food has always been a popular choice but recently the quality has improved markedly. People are increasingly conscious of what they choose to put in their bodies and, as a result, fastfood chains and restaurants are raising their game. There are now numerous fastfood spots in Stockholm serving...

Take a break and treat yourself to a little everyday luxury with breakfast out on the town. Vasastan has plenty of options, breakfast-wise - everything from trendy juice bars to cosy cafés and bistros and restaurants serving a range of breakfasts to earlybirds and night owls alike. Follow our...

Södermalm is full of trendy lunch spots and culinary concepts of all kinds. Finding it hard to find the right spot? Follow our guide to the neighbourhood's best lunch restaurants for a business lunch, lunch date or a quiet moment with a sandwich and your laptop. The restaurants in this lunch gu...

Eating lunch out can turn into an expensive habit, but luckily there are plenty of places in Stockholm serving delicious and relatively cheap lunches for anyone who "forgot" to bring last night's leftovers in to work. Follow our guide to Stockholm's best budget-friendly lunch, from healthy fastfood...

Gluten-free, vegetarian, raw food and locally-grown - Stockholm's choice of healthy lunch spots has exploded to meet the increased demand over the past few years. A welcome trend, which has made it easier than ever to make healthy choices. Whether you're interested in green juices and fresh wraps on...

Are you planning on spending the whole summer, or a short summer holiday, in Stockholm? Lucky you! Our beautiful capital really blossoms during the summer months - in both senses of the word. Whether you want to take it easy and do as little as possible, or are happiest when you're keeping busy with...

You don't always have the time or energy to go and pick your takeaway food from a restaurant. Luckily, There are several services in Stockholm offering home delivery of food from countless different restaurants - the only thing you need to do is decide what kind of food you're in the mood to eat. He...

Round up your friends or family for the perfect weekend activity after a long week of work or sightseeing - brunch! Stockholm is packed with all kinds of brunch restaurants, with various styles and specialities. When you're a slightly larger group wanting to go out to eat brunch together it can be h...

Vasastan's selection of lunch restaurants includes everything from classic Swedish homecooking to innovative green concepts. You'll find options for both business lunches and lunch dates, but make sure you get to the most popular restaurants in good time. To help you find the right spot, follow our...

Thanksgiving is the holiday we associate most closely with the USA. Always celebrated Stateside on the fourth Thursday in November, Thanksgiving is when Americans gather their nearest and dearest for a long festive meal. Via American books, films and TV series, the tradition has spread to other coun...

Are you a real foodie, or just interested in trying some new flavours or restaurants? Whether you're a Stockholm local or a tourist in town, taking a food tour is a perfect way to discover the city. Explore new neighbourhoods and restaurants you never knew existed, flavours you didn't know you liked...

The range of vegetarian and vegan food on offer in Stockholm is constantly expanding and there are plenty of places to eat breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner meat-free or without any animal products at all. There's much more variation these days too, with everything from gourmet food to vegan fastf...

Things don't get much more traditionally Swedish than a really classic julbord Christmas buffet. Tables groaning with cured hams, meatballs, prinskorv chipolatas and Janssons Temptation laid out on special festive tablecloths. Escape the midwinter cold and darkness, cosy up next to a crackling log f...

If you find yourself in Stockholm alone there's no reason why you shouldn't still eat out and experience the city's fantastic restaurant scene. Eating out alone can be an enjoyable experience - whether you're the kind of person who always finds someone to talk to or you'd rather keep your dining exp...

Sweden's capital city isn't just growing size-wise - Stockholm also offers an ever-increasing choice of new restaurants, cafés and other great places to visit. All parts of town have their own particular charm and the central area is small enough to allow you to walk between destinations. Gra...

The mighty meatball is probably Sweden's most famous foodstuff. Few homecooking classics are as popular and in Stockholm you never need to go too far to find your next fix. The city is full of restaurants where meatballs retain a permanent place on the menu, year in and year out. But where to find t...

Time to organise a wedding, business do, julbord, graduation celebration or birthday party in Stockholm? Maybe you want to tuck into a large buffet and tasty canapés, or perhaps you're throwing a dinner party but haven't got the energy to cook? There are hundreds of reasons to hire a catering...

The restaurant scene may switch down a gear or two during the summer months, but that doesn't mean restaurants are completely off duty. If you're in the city and want to eat out, there are plenty of restaurants in Stockholm that stay open during the summer, as well as seasonal ones that are only ope...

Finding somewhere to eat good grilled food in Stockholm is no problem - the city is full of smoking hot restaurants serving everything from hearty steaks to grilled fish, grilled vegetables and other top notch ingredients. Whether you prefer charcoal grilled, BBQ, Japanese grill techniques, stylish...

Ever increasing numbers of bars and restaurants in Stockholm are turning their gaze towards the east and serving the Japanese national drink, saké. Some places even arrange themed drinks tastings. Saké is made purely from rice and water, but it's a complex brew that can range from swee...

A great menu is all well and good, but there's something a bit special about restaurants that are known for one particular signature dish. There are plenty of restaurants in Stockholm famous for one dish - from culinary classics that have been served for decades to trendy signature desserts that eve...

Sweden's largest airport, Arlanda, transports more than 26 million passengers to various destinations around the world every year. Around 230 000 take-offs and landings are carried out over the course of a year, which means that the airport's cafés and restaurants are continuously serving a steady s...

Time for a warming, enjoyable or just straight-up yummy meal which brings back old memories? When you're up against miserable weather, tough days or a touch of melancholy, comfort food is the culinary equivalent of a big hug. Comfort food is often associated with the classic dishes of the southern s...

Moussaka, grilled fish and meat, halloumi and creamy tzatziki. Greek cuisine doesn't just transport us to sunny islands, it also serves up familiar dishes which have become firm favourites in Sweden and beyond. Fancy eating out? We guide you to Stockholm's best Greek restaurants - count on authentic...

It's hard to beat a really good kebab - served in wraps, on platters, in salads or as a pizza topping (yes, kebab pizzas are a thing here). If you're dreaming of a hearty helping of kebab, generously topped with tasty sauces and other appropriate accompaniments, there are plenty of places in Stockho...

Stockholm Central Station is the capital's main transport hub, with trains, commuter trains, underground trains, buses and the Arlanda Express airport shuttle all coming and going from here. Every day around 222,000 travellers pass through Centralen in Stockholm and the building houses a large selec...

The gluten-free trend has exploded in Stockholm over the past few years. Finding gluten-free options at restaurants, cafés and bakeries is no longer a problem - perfect for anyone with a gluten allergy, intolerance, or who chooses to avoid gluten for other health reasons. While gluten-free us...

The Mall of Scandinavia opened in Solna in 2015, just seven minutes from central Stockholm by commuter train. As well as an IMAX cinema and some 200 shops, the shopping centre, the largest in Scandinavia, has a wide selection of restaurants and cafés. Whether you need a break from shopping, a...

Stockholm is packed with celebrities and if you're au fait with the world of Swedish national and international film, music and tv stars, you're more than likely to spot a familiar face passing by on the street, sitting at a nearby restaurant table or on the underground. Several celebrities have joi...

Hornsberg has become an area to reckon with, both restaurant and café-wise. This slightly forgotten corner of west Kungsholmen boasts international restaurants, healthy lunch concepts, trendy fastfood and waterfront spots alongside Hornsbergs strand. You can even take a pre-prandial dip off t...