New restaurants in Stockholm

The former boiler room of Gasverket in Norra Djurgårdsstaden will house a restaurant, beer hall and brewery. Tegellådan, run by Lådan, will occupy the 650 square metre space, with a large area for 100 guests and a smaller space for around 30 seated guests. There will also be an outdoor dining area. The aim is to open in 2023, or the beginning of 2024. 

Restaurateur Acki Kokotos is opening Restaurant Noema at a sun-kissed address on Birger Jarlsgatan, where food and drink will be the conduits to meaningful memorable moments. Taste-wise, there are no culinary boundaries; instead the kitchen draws inspiration from all over the world. Via a separate entrance you can reach Noema's intimate side restaurant, where cocktails and snacks are enjoyed to the tunes of DJ music. During the summer months they'll be opening up their outdoor dining area with room for nearly 100 guests.

As the name suggests, La Petite Seure is Chez Jolie's little sister. This charmingly raucous wine bar opens its doors in the autumn right next to their big sister on the corner of Nybrogatan and Ingmar Bergmans gata. Guests are welcome to drop by for a glass of wine or enjoy an entire evening with snacks and selected wines from both small and large producers.

Teddys, which will be open from morning to evening, is opening on Sibyllegatan 43. As with their sister restaurant E & G, the focus at this deli and wine bar will be on wine. Come by for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just to hang out with a glass of wine in hand.

Boutique hotel Villa Dagmar's former restaurant has been transformed into Salon, run with with well-known restaurateurs Daniel Höglander and Niclas Jönsson. They aim to create a vibrant meeting place for social dining where anything can happen.

This classic restaurant behind the Royal Dramatic Theatre has been given a new lease of life by the gang behind Sandhäxan. But instead of sandwiches, the concept here is sunny Spanish tapas bar. The menu includes larger and smaller dishes, together with drinks such as wine by the glass, carajillos, cocktails, sherry, cold beer - and, naturally, lashings of cava. 

As the name suggests, this restaurant takes its inspiration from the sunny Amalfi coast and its lemon trees and colourful facades. The menu consists of Italian ingredients transformed into shellfish, meat, pasta and salad dishes. 

In the spring of 2023, Restaurant JOEL opened in Sekt's old premises on Runebergsgatan. Joel has created a neighbourhood restaurant with European flavours, high-quality ingredients and wines.

Louis Cespedes has previously worked at Frantzén and Adam/Albin. Together with Jonatan Nyström, another Frantzén alumni, he's opened Persona. The new restaurant works closely with farmers, wine producers and artisans.

This Södermalm gem is expanding with another Italian restaurant, this time in Östermalm, in the historic covered food hall. The new restaurant reflects their Timmermansgatan concept, with the same warm, intimate feel and Italian food. There's a wine bar and restaurant spread over two floors.  

Mikael Einarsson, previously head chef at Brasserie Astoria, has opened his own establishment in Bardot's former premises on Ingmar Bergmans gata.  Chez Jolie, which is backed by the Stureplan restaurant group, and influences come from both rustic French cuisine and luxurious big city bistros. 

The Granero group, which includes restaurants such as K4 Pampas, has a new addition in Ocra in Norra Djurgårdsstaden. The new restaurant has moved in in former industrial premises and serves up charcoal-grilled dishes and cocktails. Stay and eat dinner, lunch or brunch, or sip a cocktail in the bar. 

Svenska Brasserier continue to establish their restaurant presence in Södermalm. After Riche Fenix, The Hills and Gondolen comes Tobak, which will be opening in a former tobacco shop close to Slussen. 

Lu, which has been both well-established and award-winning restaurant in Malmö for several years, has set its sights on Nytorget. It's run by a mother and son who want to welcome guests to an authentic Chinese family feast with Cantonese flavours and street food from Hong Kong.

The Stockholmsverken neighbourhood in Södermalm is getting a new addition in the form of popular Vasastan restaurant Savoj, run by brothers Jonathan and Andreas Azizsson. They serve Neapolitan pizza, small dishes and natural wines. The new restaurant will have the same concept and will also serve lunch in addition to dinner and drinks.

After thirty years in Söderhallarna, at the end of November 2023 it was time for Melanders to open at a new address. The classic fish restaurant can now be found at Åsögatan 111, with a food bar where small dishes are served, and of course a fish and shellfish counter where you can buy marine delicacies. The art in the room is curated by artist Ulrika Melin, and at the far end of the restaurant, composer and artist Wille Crafoord has created an illuminated work of several square meters that represents an aquarium.

In the popular Södermalm area of ​​Sofo, Ta'ameya's sister restaurant Baladi Grill serves grilled delicacies from the Middle East, in freshly baked pita bread or on a plate. Everything here is made from scratch – even the soft-serve ice cream is made on site in the restaurant, which with its rustic brick, mint green panels and concrete tables makes for a cosy hangout at lunchtime as well as in the evening.

Bar Central has moved out of Nytorget, and after extensive renovations of the new premises on Hornsgatan, they're once again bringing a taste of Central Europe to Södermalm. The bar, which is right next door to Folkoperan, serves homemade sausage, schnitzel, sauerkraut and other Central European dishes. Naturally, there are also plenty of drinks of Czech, German and Austrian origin.

Bio Rio's old premises, where Indio Kitchen used to be, are now home to RiRi. Behind the new restaurant concept is head chef Elias Kvarning, who has previously worked at Ett Hem and Fäviken, among others, and who, together with his team, cooks over an open fire. The Mediterranean-inspired menu changes as often as daily and is described by the kitchen themselves as carefree fine dining that pairs perfectly with their selected wines.

Gondolen is far from a new restaurant, it opened back in 1935 and was previously run by the Lallerstedt family but in 2023 they reopen under new owners Svenska Brasserier (who also run restaurants such as Riche and Sturehof) but with the same impressive views over Stockholm.

Bambi is opening up in Skanstull and promises to be an establishment to reckon with. French cuisine and top-notch wines will be the order of the day when the restaurant opens up on Bjurholmsgatan.

Veteran restaurateur Micke Ljungberg's new neighbourhood pub Duvan serves snacks, small and larger dishes and dessert. are served. The menu includes both comfort food and more elegant dishes.

Peruvian Checa on Åsögatan has gained a sister restaurant on Ringvägen, a wine bar where the focus is primarily on natural wines. The menu also includes cocktails and craft beers, as well as Peruvian chicken wings and steam buns. 

Michelin-starred Etoile is getting a new sister restaurant when Celeste opens in Södermalm in June. Celeste will also be a fine dining restaurant. Head chef Ludwig Tjörnemo has previously won Chef of the Year and been team captain for the Swedish National Chef team. 

The new creative office space Batteriet doesn't just offer uber-modern co-working spaces, but also a restaurant, outdoor dining area, bar and a year-round roof terrace. The aim is to form a creative centre, in the heart of Södermalm. 

Imagine a restaurant in Los Angeles in the Sixties or Seventies, with wooden panelling, carpets and vinyl booths, a murky Seventies gangster restaurant or a sitting room in suburban Stockholm in the Eighties. That's where the interiors inspiration for Rosetta's in Hornstull comes from. The menu consists of comfort food and soul food with an emphasis on plant-based ingredients and mussels.

The team behind Racamaca is opening up a drop-in restaurant on the corner of Ringvägen/Katarina Bangata - hence the name. The concept is a colourful food and wine bar where good food and drink combine with a welcoming atmosphere.

The owner couple behind the bakery chain Fabrique haven't just taken over Oaxen, they're also opening a brand new restaurant in the smoking hot area around the corner of Götgatan and Hornsgatan. You'll find Italian Santo at Hornsgatan 3, where the aim is to create a restaurant where you can drop in whether you fancy a breakfast cappucino, lunch, post-work drink or long dinner. 

Colourful, urban and Italian - the gang behind Basta are opening up a sister restaurant on Folkungagatan which oozes Seventies vibes, glamour and disco. The restaurant on Medborgarplatsen boasts over 200 seats in a 500 square metre space. 

Austin Davis from Katarina Ölkafé and Niklas from Bar Ninja run the show at Sofia Common on Bondegatan. Steaks, wine, beer, cocktails and events are the name of game here. 

The team behind restaurants such as Barobao, Ichi, Symbios, Tacy, Madam and Gazza have joined forces with Claire O'Halloran and Lida Admantius who have experience from restaurants such as Dashi, Matbaren and Kagges. Iníoní means “the daughters” in Gaelic, giving a clue as to which area of the world inspires the menu. 

The first Södermalm establishment from the Stureplan restaurant group is named Freyja, after the Norse goddess. The newly built 1100 square metre space boasts 360 degree views over Stockholm and a menu based on classic Swedish cuisine. 

If you appreciate a menu that's full of French and Asian flavours, rounded off with the odd Swedish influence, Forma's the place to go. There's also a nice bar where cocktails are shaken and stirred and delightful wines poured. Forma is run by the owners of Napolyon Bistro & Bar, along with Anton Nilsson from GOMA andFilip Åhman from Miss Voon.

You don't need to go all the way to the USA to visit an authentic smokehouse, just head to Södermalm and Östgötagatan. That's where you'll find Brisket & Friends, serving up smoked meat and ice-cold beers. 

In autumn 2022, Triton opened up its doors on Ringvägen 87 in Södermalm. They serve a set three-course menu, which can vary from day to day. They serve the finest ingredients prepared in Triton style and the drinks list is full of European natural wines. 

Stockholm Bränneri distillery, founded by Anna and Carl Wikner, opened up Brännerian restaurant right next door to the distillery in September 2022. They serve gin cocktails made from spirits from their own distillery along with small dishes. Chef Joel Åhlin helped create the menu. 

Everyone who has hung out in Lilla Baren at Riche will be pleased to hear this iconic haunt now has a sister restaurant in Södermalm, on Götgatan 40. Their aim is to create a hub of creativity, with guest artists, DJs and creators. 

Restaurang Leijontornet isn't the only restaurant opening up their doors in this little gastro enclave of the Old Town. La Fusione, opening in autumn, is a combination of the restaurants Flickan and La Ragazza, which have merged together to form a kind of gastronomic double whammy. 

Restaurang Leijontornet is opening up again after 14 years lying dormant, in a new gastronomic guise. In addition to “hedonistic” cooking over four different floors in an Old Town building, they'll also have a little wine bar with a large selection of wine in the entrance area.  

Mess is opening in large premises on Mäster Samuelsgatan with several restaurants launching under the same roof every few months. Don't expect a food court though; every restaurant here will have its own atmosphere, interiors and offering. 

Portuguese Botica is opening up in Kungsträdgården. The menu consists of petiscos, Portuguese tapas, perfect for sharing with the table and served with carefully selected drinks for an elegant experience. 

The Sheraton's restaurant aims to be an obvious dining destination not only for hotel guests, but also for local residents. Executive chef Pontus Wellén, who has been brought in for the relaunch, has created a dynamic menu with a focus on the plant kingdom. Their ambition is to offer a lively meeting place in the middle of the city, with innovative flavours on the plate as well as in the glass. Post-work revellers, couples, families and business people are all welcomed here.

We've become acquainted with Rolfs Kök and its no-messing restaurant concept of high quality Scandinavian food. Rolf's new little sister restaurant, Rolfs Hav, will focus on delicacies from the sea - fish and shellfish. 

It's no secret that the cousins ​​who run The Italian Cousins ​​are passionate about food and drink from their home region of Emilia-Romagna in Italy, and their new restaurant on Sergels Torg carries on the concept. In addition to classics such as pizza al taglio, tortelli and cappelletti, they serve more unusual dishes such as pizza tonda and gnocco fritto here. You can order different variations on negronis and other cocktails, as well as craft beer and natural wine by the bottle and on tap.

Jim & Jacob are behind the reins of this Spanish tapas bar, which has opened its doors in the NK department store. Swing by for lunch, a post-work drink or a shopping break with tapas and wine.

The relaunch of the Clarion Hotel Sign's restaurant and bar puts an emphasis on the social aspect, and they've created a meeting place for Stockholmers and out-of-town visitors alike. A post-work drink and a few snacks in the bar or a three-course bistro dinner - at The Social Sign you're welcome for all occasions. 

Star chef Mathias Dahlgren is opening Seafood Gastro in Rutabaga's former premises in the Grand Hôtel. The emphasis is on “aquatic” ingredients that live in, by or on the water, ie. not just fish and shellfish but also seabirds, seaweed and other marine ingredients. 

OMA in Kungsträdgården serves brunch, lunch and fika with both specially roasted coffees and exclusive teas in their selection. With a delightful outdoor dining area, stylish furniture and a large terrace on the roof of the restaurant they'll be drawing in Stockholmers and tourists all day. 

French fry specialists Pom Friterie are opening up their doors on the corner of Regeringsgatan and Lästmakargatan. The menu is based on loaded French fries with different culinary themes from countries including Greece, Morocco and Japan. They also serve fried bites and pickles, along with smaller dishes that go well with fries. Oysters and shellfish can be found on the menu when they're in season. 

This colourful new restaurant on Klarabergsviadukten from the Stureplan group promises creamy pasta and pizzas by the slice, as well as wine and cocktails at reasonable prices. Friday vibes with music and plenty of laughs are the order of the day. 

The latest addition to the Norrmalm restaurant scene is called Miyakadori - a name the founders inherited from the izakaya in Tokyo they were inspired by. Trio Max, John and Lars, all of whom have extensive experience from various prestigious restaurants, run the show. They serve grilled skewers, small dishes and Asian dishes in social and relaxed surroundings. 

Bistro Rigoletto has transformed into Riggan, a restaurant with a cocktail bar and house-party vibes. With a long bar counter, large sofas and Art Deco-inspired dining room there's plenty of room to eat dinner, meet up over a post-work drink or round off the evening with a party. 

Restaurant Art has become famous for its colourful, art-filled environment. In the spring of 2024, they open the doors to a new restaurant in Hagastaden, close to the gallery quarter.

Din-Din Club can be found at several different addresses in Stockholm, serving Asian streetfood in the form of bowls, ramen and rolls. The new branch in Hagastaden will be their fourth restaurant in Stockholm. 

Lennart & Bror has been an established butchers in Stockholm for some time, but as the name suggests, with Lennart & Bror Fisk the emphasis is on another ingredient - namely seafood. Come to Tegnérgatan 9 for lunch and dinner and order from a menu full of fish and shellfish dishes. Why not treat yourself to a few oysters or some lobster? 

Mister York's success story began in a food truck in Kalmar during the pandemic year 2020. Their passion for hamburgers quickly proved to be a successful concept. Now the chain has landed in Stockholm, in Jureskog's old premises on Sveavägen

Apropos, which is a popular watering hole for Vasastan's post-work crowd and anyone else you appreciates a well-blended cocktail, has gained a little sister by the name of Vadå. Both sisters live at the same address at S:t Eriksgatan 5.

Vasastan has gained a new addition to its kebab scene, with Andy's Kebab opening up on Upplandsgatan. As well as kebabs they're also serving completos, ie. hot dogs, Chilean-style. Andy's soft launched in autumn 2022 but now serves popular kebabs full time. 

Bara Caisas is a seafood bar housed in Ritorno's former premises on Odengatan. In addition to fresh shellfish they also serve dishes such as fish soup and selected wines. Caisa and Victor, who previously ran Caisas Skaldjur and fish truck, run the show here. 

This Italian sandwich bar makes scrummy sandwiches with schiacciata bread, charcuterie, burrata, cheeses and tasty spreads. Or just drop by for a coffee and the Italian atmosphere. 

Sthlm Fresh Rolls offers a simple yet tasty alternative for eating on the run, in the form of colourful, nutritious Vietnamese spring rolls. 

Everyone knows tacos are tasty, but Dirty Taco's exciting versions of this Mexican favourites are something completely new. Their concept - creative flavour combinations from all over the world - has received such a warm reception that the restaurant opened two new branches in the spring, one in Hornstull and one on Rörstrandsgatan. 

Seasoned restaurateurs Robin Moderatos and Christopher Ellertssons are behind Rummel in Hagastaden. They aim to be a inclusive and lively meeting place where guests can enjoy good food and drinks, with a modern European twist. 

Apparently the Småland region of Sweden is where you'll find the best kebabs in the country, and Holy Kebab goes as far as to call it Jönköping's national dish. The gang behind Holy Kebab have brought their kebabs from Småland to Stockholm, opening up their first Stockholm branch on Odengatan. They aim to take all the components of the humble kebab - bread, meat, sauces and vegetables - to the next level.  

From January 2023 this restaurant will have taken over Agrikulturs former premises in Vasastan, which closed in December 2022. Joel Aronsson, formerly chef at Ett Hem and Fäviken Magasinet, will be at the helm. 

Emilio and Åsa Ingrosso have opened up the doors to Omino, a slightly “cooler” younger brother to their restaurant concept La Perla, with a buzzy vibe and Italian flavours. Omino, on Rörstrandsgatan, has space for around 60 people indoors and as many more outdoors during the summer months.  

Farang restaurateur Kim Öhman shifts the focus to Italian and southern French flavours at his new restaurant, Bar Nîmes on Rådmansgatan. There's a generous wine list and an inviting atmosphere. 

The magnificent Brygghuset building on Odenplan has been given a facelift, creating a new place to hang out and eat excellent food, made from carefully produced ingredients. Delibaren, in the heart of the building, serves breakfast and lunch and a couple of days a week they put on special post-work events such as quizzes and DJs. 

NÒR, "Kungsholmen's new living room", is opening its doors inside the Clarion Hotel Amaranten. The modern brasserie will become a meeting place for both hotel guests and local residents with good food and a nice atmosphere.

The doors to Juno, the Brasserie group of restaurant's new restaurant, open up in spring in the heart of Fridhemsplan. They'll be serving meals where the food and drink take their inspiration from the Mediterranean. History, romance and tasty herbs and spices from countries around the Med will combine in Juno's own unique style. 

Stefan Taylor and his team have moved their fine-dining restaurant from Västerås to Kristineberg, where they offer a unique taste experience in eight courses in an iron-shaped residential building. From their seats at the large counter dining table, guests can watch the chefs at work in the open kitchen creating the evening's tasting menu, whose dishes change from day to day. Muted colors, dark wood and glass cabinets full of bottles of wine create a relaxed elegant living-room atmosphere.

Dark Edition, a container park that brings together several food outlets in a kind of takeaway food court, opened in August 2023, . The concept already existed in Täby, but it was high time the inner city got its own container park. Choose from fast food such as kebabs, sushi, bowls, Indian and other goodies served at both lunch and dinner.

The popular breakfast and brunch concept Greasy Spoon is opening up another branch, this time in Kungsholmen. Since their first restaurant opened in Södermalm a few years ago, Stockholmers and visitors alike have been queuing up to eat all-day brunch here.

This newly built, glassed-in rooftop restaurant, right at the top of the 26th floor of a building next to the water at Liljeholmskajen, is planned to open in 2023. The restaurant, which boasts 360 degree views over  Stockholm och Årstaviken, will serve dishes with an international touch from seasoned chef Frank Barshamoun. There's also a sky bar and rooftop terrace which is bound to draw in tourists and Stockholmers alike. 

In the Westfield Mall of Scandinavia, you'll find one of Sweden's largest buffets, filled with dishes from different food cultures around the world, desserts and drinks. There's also a wide range of activities such as bowling and mini golf. With space for groups of up to 1,000 people, it's ideal for kick-offs, company functions, birthday parties and other types of events. The name Botanica alludes to the restaurant's leafy decor.

Afrika Sthlm is opening up its doors in the trendy Slakthusområdet meatpacking district this summer. They've gathered together food, drinks, music and art from the African continent. The restaurant's outdoor dining area has a sunny southern aspect and is an ideal place to hang out in the summer and enjoy the nice vibes.

Since Det Arroganta Svinet first opened up in a car workshop in Jordbro the restaurant has become famous for their BBQ dishes. The much-hyped restaurant is now getting another branch in Kista, which will be open on Wednesdays to Saturdays from 11am until “everything sells out”. 

A new neighbourhood restaurant called Gaia Matbar is opening on Vattenledningsvägen in Midsommarkransen in the spring. Nordic food, along with inspiration from all over the world, will take centre stage. 

In 2023 coffee roasters Johan Montan Ahlgren and Öner Kulbay expanded their concept in Hus 26. The new Bar Montan includes a restaurant with an open kitchen, a bakery and a food bar where the focus is on wine. During the day the food bar transforms into an espresso bar where you can enjoy freshly roasted coffee. 

Celebrated chef duo Adam Dahlberg and Albin Wessman, who also run the popular restaurant Adam/Albin, are at the helm at Solen. The restaurant, in the Slakthusområdet (Meatpacking District) area's new food and culture development Hus 26, will be serving up sunny flavours from Tel Aviv, Santa Fe, Oaxaca and Naples.

The S2 food court inside the Westfield Mall of Scandinavia promises culinary delights and entertainment from all over the world. Choose from a selection of different menus from the 14 restaurants including Adam och Albins Raamen, Stella Pizza, Mangal B.B.Q, Little India, By Döner and Stekt Burger & Stuff. You can enjoy your food in the food court, on the outdoor dining area or gallery. There are 650 seats, so you're sure to find a spot.