Good value restaurants in Stockholm

The thoughtful northern Swedish concept at Knut makes the restaurant something really special. And you can enjoy the rustic dishes from Sweden's northern mountain ranges without feeling as though you've been fleeced. Choose between the original restaurant on Upplandsgatan and the slightly more "urban" sister restaurant in the city centre.

An elegant and relaxed Östermalm oasis in the Army Museum's impressive premises. The menu is ambitious and wallet-friendly, with small dishes and main courses for meat eaters and vegetarians, as well as those who prefer fish. The restaurant also has a selection of good, reasonably-priced cavas to go with your meal.

Crêpes are perhaps most often associated with sweet, crisp dessert pancakes. But at the local French bistro À la Crêpe you can also sate your hunger with a filling savoury galette. Choose from fillings including strips of Swedish meat, cold-smoked salmon, goat cheese and halloumi, all at reasonable prices.

Inside the swanky design hotel At Six on Brunkebergstorg you'll find Dining Room, an exclusive restaurant serving food at surprisingly affordable prices. The menu includes dishes with modern Swedish and European influences, along with selected wines. Save room for a delightful dessert.

The owners of this city centre restaurant have travelled right across Asia hunting for the best flavours and cooking techniques and you'll find sushi, bibimbap and ramen made using both Asian and Swedish ingredients on the menu. Most dishes are just under 200 SEK.

With creative and international chicken dishes, using chicken from selected Swedish farms, Bird has raised this rather everyday bird to new heights. Chicken always tastes best eaten with your hands, and the great prices are a big plus.

The Shanti family's delightful restaurant behind Medborgarplatsen on Södermalm serves authentic Indian cuisine with flavours from the different Indian regions, using partly organic ingredients. You don't need to completely empty out your piggy bank to come away from here full and satisfied.

The aim at Baras Imperium, part of the Baras group, is that guests should be able to have a great evening out without it costing an arm and a leg. Drop by and have something to eat and drink in the heart of Södermalm. They serve everything from flatbread and small dishes to burgers and moules frites in cosy, relaxed surroundings.

Take Ramen serves Japanese noodle soup inspired by those served on the streets of Kyoto. The soup is based on homemade stock and then filled with noodles and toppings such as vegetables, eggs and meat. Take a seat in the light, airy restaurant with minimalist, Japanese-inspired decor.

Street food bistro Yono Sabo combines a classic bistro restaurant feel with food inspiration from Los Angeles, Mexico, and Asia. Choose from tacos, taquitos, grilled dishes, and buns, and pair with a refreshing drink for the best experience.

This neighbourhood restaurant from the trusty Bockholmen restaurant group is open all day and serves European-influenced flavours. The restaurant is a spacious meeting place with something for everyone. Drop by for lunch, enjoy a slap-up dinner or round off your week with brunch.

The team behind Pom Friterie experimented with different recipes and techniques for three years before they were satisfied – talk about high standards. The result is fresh, organic, hand-cut French fries served with toppings and sides influenced by food cultures all around the world. Despite the restaurant's pretty luxurious feel, they have – in true fast food spirit – kept prices wallet-friendly.

This family-owned neighbourhood restaurant in Birkastan has something to suit all occasions and tastebuds. Expect Swedish homecooking classics and slightly more continental flavours at wallet-friendly prices - everything from Toast Skagen to meatballs, pasta and grilled meat dishes.

If your budget won't stretch to a trip to Spain, head to Spanjorskan, where you'll be taken on a culinary journey that will leave your stomach full and your wallet intact. Feast on authentic Spanish tapas and hot dishes such as paella and grilled fish, accompanied by Spanish wine or sangria, in Continental surroundings framed by red walls and leather sofas.

Riggan is a cocktail bar and restaurant with a buzzy vibe and classic bistro style. Eat, drink cocktails and round off the evening with a bit of a party. The menu consists of small and larger southern European dishes, with everything from oysters to burgers and steaks.

This rustic tapas restaurant on St Eriksplan, decorated with simple wooden furniture and exposed brick walls, is a popular place for relaxed, good-value dinners. Tuck into tapas dishes with culinary influences from all over the world, divided up on the menu as dishes from the land, sea, fields and forest.

This Södermalm joint serves quality falafel served in pita bread, wraps or various bowls along with creative accompaniments such as mango hummus and harissa tahini. You can enjoy a generous portion of top-notch vegetarian or vegan fast food at a budget-friendly price. 

One of the best things about tapas, apart from the fact that it's tasty and sociable of course, is that it's easy to control the price of the dinner. If you're not that hungry, you don't need to order a full slap-up meal, but if you're very hungry, there's plenty to choose from in different price ranges. The Spanish classics are joined by flavours from both Latin America and the Mediterranean area.

Skörden by Chefs Camp boasts four different concepts under one roof: Orangeriet, Matbaren, Framfickan, and Studion. Orangeriet is a social meeting place with drinks and small plates, Matbaren is a street food hatch, Framfickan serves lunch and dinner using seasonal ingredients, and Studion can be booked for events. Behind the initiative are experienced chefs who work alongside young trainee chefs involved in the Chefs Camp project, which supports young people facing social exclusion.

At Shanti Touch of Bengal on Rörstrandsgatan, authentic Bengali and Indian home-cooked dishes are served in a vibrant bazaar setting. The restaurant, which has been named Europe's best Bengali eatery, offers lunch, dinner, brunch and post-work drinks with a wide range of vegetarian options, as well as fish, seafood, chicken, and lamb curries. The focus is on low fat cuisine, where butter and cream are replaced with coconut cream. Takeaway is available for those who wish to enjoy the award-winning flavours at home.

Fill the table with small dishes to share or choose something just for you - the menu at Grekiska Grill & Bar in Hammarby Sjöstad is full of dishes in various sizes to suit all tastes. You'll find all the classics, such as souvlaki and gyros, here, perfect for combining with Greek drinks. A pleasant neighbourhood restaurant to while away an hour or two.

The food they serve at Wang by Wang is inspired by original Chinese streetfood, with international elements. All dishes are made from scratch from fresh ingredients. The menu includes various bowls with a base of rice and noodles, vegetables and various forms of protein which are served speedily in this restaurant within K25 food court.

Nya Carnegiebryggeriet consists of a restaurant, bar and - not least - a brewery under one roof in Hammarby sjöstad. Not surprisingly, beer takes centre stage, and the food menu has been designed to pair perfectly with the drinks. Choose from comfort food that marries perfectly with the amber nectar.

Burritos 'Mission-style' can be characterised by their generous size, but at The Good Gringo, the wraps are served at a much lower price. You can also opt for bowls if preferred – either way, you can expect fresh ingredients and lots of flavour.

When you fancy a Spanish evening with tapas galore without having to decimate your bank balance, Ramblas on Mariatorget is the place to go. Choose from a large selection of tapas dishes as well as classics such as paella. Quench your thirst with a glass of cava in the bar, or share a jug of sangria with your group in true Spanish style.

The aim at Café Facile in Vasastan is to serve high quality, no-frills food at low prices. The menu is French and the atmosphere is warm, welcoming and lively. Choose from true French classics such as bouillabaisse and steak frites, as well as starters and desserts.

At Tres, you can treat yourself to a real Mexican food feast without breaking the bank. The menu offers tacos in a variety of styles, which can be complemented with sides and smaller dishes. The drinks menu also has a lot to offer, especially for those who enjoy cold drinks, Mexican beer and perhaps a splash of tequila. The interiors follow the same festive and colourful theme.

The industrial-chic restaurant Hongkist near Stureplan is a real find when you're craving good-value Asian food; they serve everything you could wish for flavour-wise. There are plenty of main course options well under 200 SEK.

Falafelbaren is a real Södermalm favourite. As well as freshly fried chickpea balls, they serve filled filo pastry rolls and the bean stew, fool, all at wallet-friendly prices. Come by for lunch or an early dinner, or grab a takeaway.

Start and round off the day with something delicious at this charming hotel restaurant, without having to empty your bank account. “Good value” is the name of the game here - from breakfast to dinner and the wine list. Various traditional Swedish dishes, charcuterie platters and pizza are a few of the classics served here. 

Tre Vänner aims to offer well-prepared bistro food in friendly surroundings without breaking the bank for their guests – something that may be one of the main reasons the gastropub has built a solid base of regulars over the years. Choose from burgers, meatballs, and other hearty dishes, which can be happily washed down with a beer or two.

Hawaii Poké was among the first to serve poké bowls in Stockholm and now they're found all over the city. As well as poké bowls with a choice of protein, the menu also includes smoothies and acai bowls, all made with select ingredients. Enjoy in the tropical surroundings or order take away.

If you're looking for an unpretentious atmosphere, an authentic local feel and homecooking classics, Harvest Home should do the trick. The menu includes Mediterranean-influenced dishes at reasonable prices, including vegetarian and vegan options.

After putting Farsta on the burger map, Bun Meat Bun opened up in Söderhallarna food halls right in the centre of Medborgarplatsen. You can enjoy their famous burgers, made according to the "smash technique" (for the best possible burger surface texture), served between fluffy potato bread buns. A favourite among burger aficionados.

K25 is a modern food court where you can eat lunch and dinner or order take away. You can pick and choose food from several of the world's different cuisines here, from burgers to sushi. The atmosphere is lively and the prices are decent.

Cosy Fondueboden in Vasastan looks just like an alpine chalet in the mountains of Switzerland, and it has done since the Nineties. Gather your friends and family over steaming hot fondue pots and make your own meat, fish or cheese fondue at your table - plenty of food and fun for your money.

Everyone's welcome at Noorm, regardless of the thickness of their wallet, just as it should be in a classic neighbourhood restaurant. As well as small and large dishes from all corners of the world, they serve a traditional Swedish dish each week at a fair price. And if you want a really good deal, check out their '150-lappen' deal – a well-cooked dish for 150 SEK, which is served at the bar from Tuesday to Thursday.

Paraden is housed in a former 1930s cinema, a charming neighbourhood restaurant in Gärdet serving a good-value menu with southern European influences. The atmosphere is always buzzy and you can drop by for weekend brunch, lunch and dinner.

There's something to suit all tastes at Teatern food court in central Södermalm. Whether you're craving ramen, a massive sandwich, pizza or falafel, you'll leave here full and happy. And with your wallet intact, as Teatern focuses on top-notch international fast food at reasonable prices.

La Neta's budget-friendly menu includes tacos filled with Mexican flavours. La Neta means "the truth" or "the real deal" in Mexican slang, and they make all their own tortillas and salsas from scratch. Take a seat in the laid-back restaurant and enjoy tortillas, guacamole, quesadillas, beans and corn chips. Order a beer to go with your food if you want an authentic accompaniment.

Over the past few years some ambitious pizzerias have opened, not just when it comes to the pizzas themselves but the entire experience. These restaurants may not be particularly cheap in pizzeria terms, but compared to ordinary restaurants you can have a really reasonable meal at these places.