The best bars in Kungsholmen

This former silversmiths' workshop on Kronbergsgatan houses not only an award-winning meat restaurant, but also a tapas bar. Sip a glass of wine and browse the cocktail menu consisting of spritzers, G&Ts and tart, refreshing combinations of seasonal ingredients.

This homely winebar and bistro is right next to charming Kungsholmstorg. They aim to service great wines from small-scale wine producers at decent prices. Staff are knowledgeable and are happy to give recommendations for wines to suit your taste.

This neighbourhood restaurant is popular for their ambitious small plates, but the bar is also worth a visit, post-work and weekend drinks. The drinks menu includes a range of selected wines by the glass or bottle and craft beers.

Since opening in 1994, Lemon Bar has become something of an institution on the Kungsholmen bar scene, largely because of its familiar and relaxed atmosphere. Start the evening with cocktails and Japanese appetisers, and then - without having to move a single step - party the night away to chart hits and other singalong favourites that are played until late.

Soth's Kitchen embraces the changing nature of Sweden and the menus in both the restaurant and the bar follow the seasons. You can always count on a carefully selected range of beers from Swedish microbreweries, quality Swedish spirits, and organic wines. If you prefer cocktails, there are plenty of exciting options to discover, as the bar's mixologists continually refresh the selection of signature cocktails based on the fruits and berries that taste best right now. 

Continental Styrelsen on Kungsholms torg is all about wine. The labels reflect a particular preference for southern Europe, but other parts of the world also get a look in. Enjoy a glass in the relaxed, buzzy local bistro atmosphere, or order a cocktail if you prefer.

With big screens, an extensive selection of beers, and an inviting atmosphere, Pitcher's attracts not only sports enthusiasts on Kungsholmen to Hornsberg; anyone who just wants to enjoy a glass and perhaps something to eat is equally welcome here. In summer, the large outdoor seating area offers plenty of space to sunbathe.

Lokal Izakaya is as much a bar as it is a restaurant, serving dinner as well as snacks and ambitious cocktails in a vibrant environment. The drink and food menus combine flavours from all corners of Asia, and interiors also follow the Asian theme. On weekdays, it's full of post-work revellers and at the weekend they join forces with the adjacent Lemon Bar and go all-in in nightclub mode with pop hits, cocktails and dancing.

Fancy sipping a cocktail while looking out over Riddarfjärden? Then Orangeriet is the place to go. Get comfy in an armchair or on a sofa and order something to sip on before a meal at Trattorian next door, or just stay put and settle in for the evening. In the summer months you can drink al fresco and when it's chillier you can warm up next to the open fire indoors.

As the name suggests, Kungsholmens Vinbar is passionate about wine. They vary their wine selection and food menu every day in order to serve the best the season has to offer. Drop by for a glass of wine and some bar good when the mood takes you, or why not join one of their wine tastings?

Combine hanging out at the bar with a fun activity at Boulebar in Rålambshovsparken, where the boules balls and French food and drinks flow freely. In the summer you can sit outside in the evening sun with views over the park and the water. In the colder months, move inside to the newly-built orangery which lights up the winter darkness.