Dog-friendly cafés and restaurants in Stockholm

Two-legged visitors to Pom Friterie can tuck into cocktails and Dutch street food, consisting of really crispy French fries accompanied by sauces and toppings. A concept that works as well at lunchtime as post-work or for dinner. Dogs aren't just welcome, they're positively worshipped. 

Ling Long is part of Story Hotel Riddargatan and includes a bar and restaurant serving modern Asian food for sharing. Flavour inspiration comes primarily from the Sichuan province of China, as well as Bali and Singapore and cocktails are created with similar ingredients. In warmer months you can sit in their charming inner courtyard.

This homely wine bar and bistro on Kungsholmstorg and Drottninggatan is a real gem of a watering hole for oenophiles - and for dogs. Drop in for a glass of excellent wine, along with a perfectly paired bite to eat, perhaps on your way home from work.

This stylish yet understated Östermalm oasis is part of the Armémuseum and you can both lunch and dine here with your canine companion. There's even a doggy menu with food for your four-legged friend. Don't miss the al fresco dining area in the courtyard that's open during the summer months, perfect for a pit stop when you're out for a walk.

Österlånggatan 17 welcomes all types of guests, even those with four legs. The restaurant has a relaxed living room feel, with comfortable leather sofas, rustic chairs and brass details, as well as a sunny outdoor seating area. They serve mainly European dishes with international elements and if you ask the kitchen they can usually fix something tasty for your dog.

All four-legged friends, both large and small, are more than welcome at this Continental gem. Pava is a warm, welcoming spot to drop by and enjoy a glass of good wine, a cocktail or share a few small and medium-sized dishes around the table of their elegant restaurant in the heart of Stockholm city.

It's no secret that the Bockholmen restaurant group likes dogs, and at their Hornsgatan restaurant, four-legged friends are not only welcome, they also have their very own menu of treats. Meanwhile, you can enjoy a delicious Mediterranean-inspired meal, or just sip a glass of wine and soak up the homely atmosphere.

The historic restaurant Grodan is proud of its excellent service and, in addition to a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, they offer French bistro dishes and classic Swedish homecooking. Dogs are welcome in the bar and the chilled lounge area with armchairs, but not in the restaurant itself. The outdoor seating area is open all year round, and dogs are of course allowed here too. Their branch at the Opera House also welcomes dogs.

DoMa, run by Dorotea Malmegård and Viktor Lejonett, is housed in a former printworks on Nybrogatan. On the ground floor is the dining room, serving lunch and dinner. Downstairs in the bar you can listen to DJs, drink cocktails, eat dinner or round off your evening with a digestif and something sweet. The dining room serves two set à la carte menus. Dogs are welcome in the front part of the restaurant and the bar area. 

What does Sweden's best sandwich taste like? A visit to Scandwich can give you the answer – this restaurant has actually won the sandwich championships. As well as really substantial sandwiches, French fries, and a nice selection of drinks, there are board games available to challenge your friends. And speaking of friends, four-legged companions are also welcome at Scandwich. 

The whole family is welcome at this lively Spanish restaurant, including any four-legged members. Authentic Spanish food is served here in the form of tapas, grilled and paella, as well as a wide range of Spanish wine, sangria and spirits. The aim is to offer the same passion for food and life found in the sunny backstreets of Madrid and Barcelona.

This cosy neighbourhood restaurant on Hötorget welcomes all kinds of guests – even those with four paws. They serve an extensive à la carte menu and a daily lunch special with European culinary influences, and at weekends a luxurious brunch menu is the order of the day. The restaurant has a sociable living- room feel that's ideal for a relaxed post-work drink at the bar or a long, leisurely dinner.

Warm, welcoming Bishops Arms attracts a wide audience, including guests with four legs and wagging tails. Hang out and socialise in British-style surroundings with comfy furniture, picture-adorned walls, and other homely details. Drop by for a pint at the bar or enjoy a full meal in classic pub style. 

The wine bar and sandwich shop Il Merlo on Mariatorget aims to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all its guests, both two-legged and four-legged. The menu features hearty Italian sandwiches, soups, lasagne, good coffee, and Sicilian wines. You can come here for lunch, an espresso, after-work drinks, or dinner with Italian flavours.

Bar Libertin is a popular neighbourhood restaurant and its reputation has started to spread, drawing in guests from all over Stockholm and beyond. This food and wine bar on Vapengatan serves food that revolves around nature and the seasons. The drinks list also focuses on craftsmanship and small-scale production. Dogs are welcome here, despite the dining room being on the small side. Book a table or drop by for a spontaneous glass of wine and something to eat. 

Dog owners can browse some a wide range of beers on tap at British pub The Churchill Arms in Vasastan. They also stock a wide selection of bottled beer, single malt whisky and cider, along with ambitious pub grub such as fish and chips and hamburgers. Meanwhile, their four-legged friends can order a tasty bone off the menu, so everyone's a winner!

This somewhat hidden-away neighbourhood pub is a wonderfully relaxed, buzzy place to have a drink. Locals flock here to enjoy their favourite beer and classic pub grub. Canine companions are also welcome in the cosy rooms.

Animo on Kungstensgatan is run by two chefs who have both been part of the Swedish National Culinary Team, Daniel Hayes and Anders Karlsson. The neighbourhood restaurant is modern and serves a concise yet creative à la carte menu. Dogs are welcome, but please mention your furry friend when booking.  

With nearly a hundred years under its belt and an almost iconic status on the Stockholm restaurant scene, Konstnärsbaren is a meeting place for businesspeople and media folk as well as groups of friends, theatre-goers, artists, and actors – and dogs. Four-legged guests are welcome here to enjoy a dining experience with cultural overtones. Drop in for lunch, dinner, or just a drink at the bar.

This neighbourhood restaurant on Karlaplan functions as an extra living room for the residents of Östermalm. Broms serves lunch and dinner, as well as brunch at the weekend. You can also drop by for a glass of wine with friends or colleagues. During the warmer months the delightful outdoor dining area, with its own bar, is open and ready to be filled with guests.  

As the friendly neighbourhood pub Paraden is, dogs are of course welcome. They can come into the ground-floor dining room and bar, but not upstairs. Do let them know in advance if you're bringing your four-legged friend. 

Together with Carlsberg Sweden and Brooklyn Brewery, Nya Carnegiebryggeriet has created a brewery, bar and gastropub in the Luma area of Hammarby sjöstad. Come here for a dinner that revolves around the brewery's own-brewed beer and comfort food, learn more about beer, sit for a while on the delightful outdoor terrace with a view of the water or have a post-work drink with friends and colleagues.

Four-legged friends aren't just allowed at this colourful spot on Sveavägen, they're as welcome as their human companions. Choose from small and larger dishes, beer, wine and board games - Hop & Vine welcomes guests of all kinds all day long.  

Bistro Bananas on Skånegatan is famous for its wood-fired pizzas, but they serve other internationally-inspired dishes too. Come for a beer, delicious cocktail or good food in a large or small group, including your four-legged friend.

The gang at Sjätte Tunnan love dogs, and they have nothing against guests bringing their four-legged friends along with them to dinner. Here, in the Old Town, they serve a mixture of rustic Swedish homecooking and gourmet dishes from more southerly climes, in medieval surroundings. There's often entertainment and the bar serves everything from beer on tap to wine.

Take your four-legged friend along with you when you treat yourself to a decadent pastry at Fosch Artisan Pâtisserie, a stone's throw from Valhallavägen in Östermalm. They serve beautiful French cakes and pastries, healthy lunch dishes and breakfast including freshly-baked bread in peaceful surroundings perfect for working in.

Dog Bakery is Sweden's first dog bakery and specialises in various treats for dogs. They believe that dogs deserve the very best, not only in terms of taste but also aesthetically and mood-wise. They've also expanded their range to offer dog food, dog clothes, leads, toys, and dog care.

Everything is made from scratch at the organic healthfood cafée Mahalo - this is the place to go for nutritious salads, wraps and acai bowls or a freshly-pressed juice. There are also rawfood cakes if you're craing something sweet. The perfect spot for anyone who feels like eating something fresh and healthy in the company of their dog.

Take a walk with your dog around Lake Långsjön, finishing up with a meal at Herrängens Gård. This historic 17th century house serves breakfast, lunch and coffee in snug surroundings. The menu varies from week to week, with hearty dishes such as pasta, rustic sandwiches and warming soups.

Himmelska Hundar ('Heavenly dogs') is a completely canine-focused café where man's best friend takes centre stage. Dog-owners can choose something to eat for lunch or dinner while their dog gets its own, specially-composed menu. They even organise doggy parties with dog cakes.

Shin Bageri is a charming artisanal bakery in Hornstull where flaky croissants, moist bread, and sweet pastries fill the air with the scent of fresh baking. You and your dog are equally welcome here, and four-legged friends even have their own pastries to dive into. Take a seat inside or on the leafy outdoor terrace and enjoy a lovely fika, breakfast, or lunch.

À La Lo on Birger Jarlsgatan is run by a mother-daughter team and they've gathered together everything they like at this popular café - food, coffee, France and freshly-baked croissants, to name just a few examples. As an extra bonus everything they serve is 100% plant-based. Dogs are more than welcome here. 

In Stora Ursvik, Lemon Garden is a café inspired by Tulum's brunch culture that offers a lavish menu featuring both sweet and savoury options. Choose from pancakes and crepes topped with chocolate and fresh fruit, or hearty sandwiches and bowls – or all of the above. Most dishes can be made vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free.

Mellqvist is the go-to coffeeshop for countless coffee nerds. It's all about the coffee, but they also sell excellent sandwiches and delicious pastries. Take your doggy along with you and take a pew in the outdoor seating area or grab a takeaway coffee to take with you on your walk. Mellqvist Kaffebar is open all day, all year round. 

This award-winning establishment in Saltsjöbaden has been around for almost a century. Its location, surrounded by nature and with views of the sea, makes Vår Gård a popular favourite for overnight conference guests and groups of friends and family alike. Come by for a delicious meal or a visit to Vincaféet, where your furry friends are welcome to join you.

Get yourself down to your nearest Greasy Spoon if you can't get enough of breakfast and brunch - they're served all day long here. The menu is a delight for all the senses and you're guaranteed to find something delicious to eat. Dogs are more than welcome here, both indoors and out. So take your dog along with you next time you get that brunch craving. 

This well-known little café is a great place for a relaxed coffee with your dog in tow, and they have several branches around town. Il Caffè draws in its city-dwelling regulars with great espresso, grilled sandwiches and serious buns. An unpretentious atmosphere in a small space, where many choose to work or study.

If you're planning a walk along Skeppsbron, stop off at this cosy bakery and café, where you can eat breakfast, lunch and coffee and cake with beautiful views. They bake their sourdough bread in a stone oven here and grind their own wholemeal flour. They use organic ingredients in their baking and their range includes everything from fruit and nut bread to cinnamon buns and sugar pretzels. Nice, well behaved dogs are welcome inside. 

You and your canine companion can make yourself right at home at Picchus Café, housed in a former apothecarist's residence in Upplands Väsby. Enjoy lunch or brunch or just have a coffee with or without a cake or pastry. They serve homemade and homebaked food in the form of salads, soups, simple main courses and pastries. In the summer months you can take a pew in the leafy garden and enjoy your food al fresco.

Mr Cake, run by well-known tv celebrity and pastry chef Roy Fares, is one of Stockholm's most famous cafés. The warm, welcoming surroundings combined with the USA-inspired cakes and pastries make a visit here a memorable experience. Dogs are welcome inside if it's not too full, and you can always take a seat outside with your furry friend. 

BrewDog Bar is without doubt the most dog-friendly bar in town. They're also very friendly to beer lovers and proudly serve a wide selection of different beers on tap and other craft beers. Four-legged pals can also enjoy a beer with their owner - BrewDog brew their own special dog beer. 

At Rosetta's the neighbourhood restaurant in Hornstull, dogs are welcome. Dogs' humans can dig into vegetarian comfort food in surroundings reminiscent of 1970s LA. There's also a weatherproof outdoor seating area that provides an al fresco feel even on the chillier days.

This restaurant and wine bar, part of the NOFO boutique hotel, in the heart of Södermalm, also has a cosy, slightly hidden inner courtyard. In addition to carefully selected wines, local beers and cocktails you can also order tasty medium-sized dishes, made from organic and seasonal ingredients, if you get peckish. 

At Bar Arsenalen, it's all about wine and wine-friendly food. The wine list offers a carefully curated selection of drinks from both classic and more niche wine regions, and the menu features small and medium dishes that pair well. Everyone - both two-legged and four-legged - is welcome here to enjoy the good things in life.

Café Nizza is a charming destination in Södermalm where you can come to drink great wines or eat dinner with southern European influences. The food menu is limited, while the wine menu is more extensive. An easy place to stay for a while, with or without a four-legged friend.