Stockholm's best Greek restaurants

Greece and Turkey meet here in a popular mixture of cultures and cuisines. Warm and intimate with rich ornamental details, this Östermalm option is perfect if you want to explore a world of small meze dishes to share with your table. Buy their cookbook if you want to recreate the flavours at home.

This neighbourhood restaurant Kvarterskrogen spreads a little warmth on Valhallavägen and serves classic Greek cuisine with the odd international infusion. Work colleagues, regulars and families come for the set menus, good value Sunday menu or takeaway. They have an alfresco dining area open in the summer.

If your Greek holiday is a long forgotten memory, come to Greken på hörnet for a reminder. Creamy tzatziki and other homemade favourites are served in attractive surroundings with stone walls and chandeliers. Take a seat outside during the summer months.

Dionysos on Bondegatan has been going since 1974 and it's still a safe bet for anyone who fancies Greek food. The menu consists of authentic Greek favourites, including plenty of tasty starters. The restaurant's ouzo sorbet is a fun way to round off your meal.

This popular Greek chain took off back in the Nineties in Södertälje and since then it has spread throughout the country, including a restaurant in Hammarby Sjöstad. They serve freshly prepared classic Greek dishes and freshly grilled meat in surroundings that will transport your senses to a sunny summer's day.

Esperia's many regulars are all agreed - this is the place to come for traditional Greek dishes with an imaginative twist. The popular Sankt Paulsgatan restaurant serves the obligatory classics such as moussaka and lamb chops, but prepared in a fresh, innovative way. The restaurant is open for dinner and weekend lunch.

This family-owned restaurant opened in 1984 and it's been a Södermalm favourite ever since, with lots of classic dishes on the menu. Enjoy the atmosphere as you tuck into olives, tzatziki, feta-filled beef patties, souvlaki and other Greek favourites. Round off your dinner with organic ice cream or sorbet.

Popular neighbourhood restaurant with a lively location close to Nytorget. Faros serves up a warm, welcoming atmosphere, authentic Greek dishes and budget-friendly menus, as well as Greek drinks and homemade desserts. You'll feel as though you've been transported to a classic taverna in sunny Greece.

Gyrella opened back in 2004 and it's been at the same Södermalm address ever since. Eat authentic Greek food, made with ingredients imported directly from Greece. They've retained the same high quality over the years, while gradually fine-tuning the Greek culinary experience.

Greek Taverna Giamas serves up authentic Greek vibes and is a popular destination for anyone who loves Greek food. They serve both lunch and dinner with Greek flavours. Enjoy traditional favourites in the form of everything from tsatsiki to Greek salad, souvlaki and gyros. If you like live music head on down on Friday evenings - live bands play from 8.30pm.

Cypern brings a taste of Cypriot cuisine to Valhallavägen, with its exciting combination of Greek Mediterranean food and Turkish influences. They serve everything from meze to Cypriot dishes and Greek beer in homely surroundings.

If you're dreaming of the Greek islands, you'll find Mykonos in Vasastan. This neighbourhood restaurant oozes authentic Greek vibes, from the decor to the desserts. The menu is full of traditional, homemade dishes and there's a wide range of Greek drinks to choose from.