
The best lunch restaurants in Stockholm
Updated 7 Jun 2022
In this guide we've selected some of the best lunch restaurants in the whole of Stockholm, but if you'd rather search locally we also have separate guides for the different parts of the cities (links below). These have been divided up into smaller areas within each neighbourhood.
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Rolfs Kök
Tegnérgatan 41, City/Vasastan/Norrmalm



A classic institution
Regulars have been pouring into this modern classic since the late 80s. The open kitchen serves traditional, robust fare with Swedish undertones in a sophisticated setting. Lunch is a particularly popular alternative - perfect for lunch meetings.
- Type of lunch: À la carte
- rolfskok.se
Teatern
Götgatan 132, Södermalm/SkanstullFab fast food
The mega ambitious "food stage" in Ringen shopping centre gathers some of the best chefs in Sweden under the same roof, serving fast food at reasonable prices. Choose from various different food joints with lunch dishes from all four corners of the world.
- Type of lunch: Food court
- ringencentrum.se
Brasserie Balzac
Odengatan 26, Vasastan




Authentic French bistro
Brasserie Balzac in Vasastan is open for lunch every weekday. The menu is filled with French favourites. They serve everything from omelettes to moules frites, meat dishes, salads and a business lunch menu.
- Type of lunch: À la carte
- balzac.se
Aubergine
Linnégatan 38, Östermalm


Firm favourite
This popular neighbourhood restaurant on Linnégatan has been around since the Nineties. They serve lunch dishes to suit vegetarians, business lunchers and other lunch guests. The lunch menu includes classic Swedish and European dishes that change weekly, alongside their regular options.
- Type of lunch: À la carte
- aubergine.se
Restaurant Aubergine
Artilleriet
Artillerigatan 13, Östermalm




Östermalm gem
Just a short walk from Stureplan and Nybroviken, you'll find Artilleriet. Come by for a relaxed lunch among the stone vaults of the Army Museum. They serve lunch dishes with Swedish and southern European flavours, such as croque monsieur and salads. Dogs are welcome at Artilleriet.
- Type of lunch: À la carte (daily lunch special around 135 SEK)
- restaurangartilleriet.se
K25
Kungsgatan 25, City/NorrmalmContemporary food court
The city's best food court is in the middle of Kungsgatan and masses of lunch restaurants are gathered under the same roof. You'll find street food from all over the world here. Just pick your favourite spot and take a seat in the dining area, or grab a takeaway.
- Type of lunch: Food court
- k25.nu
Vassa Eggen
Birger Jarlsgatan 29, City/Östermalm/Norrmalm

Lunch for all occasions
A stone's throw from Stureplan, this popular restaurant is open for lunch. Vassa Eggen is perfect for working lunches as well as lunch dates with friends and family. The menu is classic and during the summer months you can eat lunch al fresco in the sun.
- Type of lunch: À la carte
- vassaeggen.com
Vassa Eggen Steakhouse
Tokyo Diner
Hötorgshallen, City/NorrmalmPopular spot in Hötorgshallen
Popular sushi, tuna steak and noodle soup are among the dishes served at this busy lunch bar in Hötorgshallen indoor food hall. Ambitions are a notch higher than the average fast food joint and it's worth coming early (or late) to miss the worst of the lunchtime rush.
- Type of lunch: À la carte
- tokyodiner.nu
Nybroe Smørrebrød
Nybrogatan 31 (Östermalmshallen), Östermalm




Lunch, Danish-style
For a quick lunch on the go head to Nybroe Smørrebrød in Östermalmshallen food hall which, just as the name suggests, serves smörrebröd - authentic Danish open sandwiches. Choose a classic sandwich with typical Danish flavours, or go for a more modern, creative topping.
- Type of lunch: À la carte
- nybroe.se
Torpedverkstan
Norra Brobänken, CityRight by the harbour
Fancy lunch with Swedish and other international flavours? In a gorgeous setting right next to the water out on the island of Skeppsholmen, Torpedverkstan serves lunch made from Swedish ingredients. On Wednesdays-Fridays, they serve a daily lunch special including salad, bread and coffee.
Teaterbaren
Sergels torg, City/Norrmalm



Panoramic views
Every day Teaterbaren serves three different daily lunch specials, including a vegetarian options, a meat dish and a soup. They work closely with a specific farm to provide a fork-to-table experience. Sit in the spacious dining room and enjoy the panoramic views over lively Sergels Torg.
- Type of lunch: À la carte
- teaterbarensthlm.se
Teaterbaren Kulturhuset
Verandan
Södra Blasieholmshamnen 8, City/NorrmalmExclusive homecooking
When you eat lunch at Verandan you're ensured a delicious meal and a view to remember. Classic Swedish dishes such as Wallenbergare veal patties, cured salmon and, naturally, their own meatballs, are the order of the day, with international elements apparent here and there.
- Type of lunch: À la carte
- grandhotel.se
Tranan
Karlbergsvägen 14, VasastanClassic Swedish homecooking
Tranan is one of Stockholm's most historic restaurants and a lunch visit is pretty much a must if you find yourself around Odenplan. Book in for a business lunch or just pop by for a spontaneous lunch of the slightly smarter variety. Classic Swedish homecooking is the order of the day.
- Type of lunch: À la carte
- tranan.se
Astoria
Nybrogatan 15, ÖstermalmEveryday luxury by Franzén
Astoria serves a daily lunch special every Monday to Friday, but you can also choose from their entire à la carte menu - ideal for business lunches and when you want to treat yourself. Enjoy delicious dishes in surroundings that ooze international decadence.
- Type of lunch: À la carte (Daily lunch special 185-225 SEK)
- brasserieastoria.com
Tak
Brunkebergstorg 4, City/Norrmalm



Luxurious lunch with spectacular views
Enjoy unbeatable views over the city as you enjoy lunch. Restaurang Tak is on the fourteenth floor above Brunkebergstorg and serves luxurious Nordic/Japanese fusion lunch dishes, desserts and drinks such as wine and sake. Perfect for when you want to treat yourself.
- Type of lunch: À la carte
- tak.se
Spesso
Malmskillnadsgatan 38, City/NorrmalmItalian with panoramic views
Spesso is in the middle of town on Malmskillnadsgatan. Enjoy Italian flavours along with panoramic views over the rooftops from the 18th floor. They serve a daily lunch special every weekday and you can always choose from their à la carte menu.
- Type of lunch: À la carte (Daily lunch special around 185 SEK)
- spesso.se
Weidao
Vasagatan 7, City/Norrmalm



Asian flavours in the city
Close to Stockholm Central railway station and Åhléns City department store, you'll find this Asian restaurant. Ideal for either lunch on the go or a long, lazy sit-down, you can choose to sit in the light area at the front of the restaurant with views over the street, or take a pew close to the kitchen for a cosy, tucked-away atmosphere. The menu includes everything from sushi to wok and ramen.
- Type of lunch: À la carte
- weidao.se
Riche
Birger Jarlsgatan 4, City/ÖstermalmRegulars' favourite
Riche is packed with loyal regulars every lunchtime. The kitchen combines French brasserie dishes with Swedish homecooking and the menu includes favourites such as Toast Skagen and beef Rydberg. They have a daily lunch special every weekday.
- Type of lunch: À la carte
- riche.se
Erth
Hötorgshallen, City/Norrmalm





Butchers with a passion for food
How about a Porchetta sandwich made with pork belly, panzanella salad and Pecorino? Or perhaps a classic Reuben sandwich with sauerkraut and Gruyère? At Erth in Hötorgshallen indoor food market they serve tender, high-quality meat cooked in their own rotisserie. Eat in or buy one of their sandwiches to take home with you, and don't miss the daily lunch special.
Knut
2 addresses


Trendy lunch from Norrland
At Knut in Vasastan the northern Swedish influences are apparent in both the decor and cuisine. The rustic menu features game, Norrland-style flatbread pizza, with an emphasis on local produce and ingredients.
- Type of lunch: À la carte (daily special about 125-170 SEK)
- restaurangknut.se
Nalen
Regeringsgatan 74, City/Norrmalm

Sustainable sophistication
Nalen is an organic-certified neighbourhood restaurant on Regeringsgatan boasting a seasonal menu with an emphasis on Swedish classics. This sophisticated restaurant is ideal for a working lunch with colleagues and business partners.
- Type of lunch: À la carte (daily lunch special around 120-145 SEK)
- nalen.com
The Strand
Nybrokajen 9, City/Norrmalm



Lunch on Nybrokajen
This elegant hotel restaurant has been designed by Wingårdhs architects and on the menu you'll find classic Swedish dishes with a twist, made from sustainable ingredients. Eat lunch in the heart of the city with a view over the archipelago ferries.
- Type of lunch: À la carte
- thestrand.se
Nybrogatan 38
Nybrogatan 38, ÖstermalmNeighbourhood favourites
Nybrogatan 38 is a real Stockholm favourite and they're open from breakfast until late evening. Perfect for a lively long lunch with friends or colleagues. The menu has European influences - with an emphasis on classic meat and fish dishes, as well as vegetarian options.
- Type of lunch: À la carte (daily lunch special around 145 SEK)
- nybrogatan38.se
Nybohovs Restaurang
Nybohovsbacken 50, Hägersten-Liljeholmen





Swedish homecooking with a twist
Nybohovs Restaurang is in Liljeholmen, with fantastic views over Stockholm. The lunch menu always includes a daily lunch special and a weekly vegetarian dish. Traditional Swedish homecooking is the order of the day; all the food they serve is cooked from scratch and based on recipes and skills passed on to the owners through the generations. Dishes are given a little twist with modern, international influences - the best of both worlds, in other words.
Sushi
4 addressesSushi is a popular lunch option when you're looking for something tasty, quick and relatively healthy. Stockholm hosts a number of great sushi restaurants located around the city. Perfect for a casual sit-down lunch or takeaway for lunch at the office.