Södermalm is packed with charming neighbourhood restaurants and cosy, atmospheric places to eat. Everything from candlelit French bistros and Persian restaurants to romantic elevated restaurant experiences with spectacular views. Slink into a relaxed little joint in SoFo, have a glass of wine on Mariatorget or book a special dinner with views over Stockholm - we list the cosiest restaurants in Södermalm.
The guide to cosy restaurants in Södermalm
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Cosy restaurants in Södermalm
- Hommage – Round trip to Paris
- Kryp In – Cosy nook
- Tehran Grill – An atmospheric evening
- Mamma o. jag Bistro – Intimate bistro
- Voisine – French neighbour
- Rival – Classic charm
- Nostrano – Welcoming Italian
- Aleks y Filip – Authentically Spanish
- Meatballs – Meatball favourite
- HG180 – Homely on Hornsgatan
- Tabbouli – Moody meze restaurant
- Raouché – Lebanese Influences
- Exit – Loungey hangout
- NÒR – Nordic nature
- À la Crêpe – French vibes
- Checa – Charming at Checa
- Shanti – Indian flavour journey
- Fotografiska – Pretty as a picture
- La Vecchia Signora – Italian neighbourhood favourite
Cosy restaurants in Södermalm
Round trip to Paris
With its Thonet chairs, white tablecloths and candelight, this charming Parisian-style bistro in a former fire station on Krukmakargatan is the real deal. Pop into Bar Hommage, right next door, for a glass of pastis after your meal.
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Krukmakargatan 22, Södermalm
- Website • 08-658 42 50
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Cosy nook
"Krypin" means a cosy little nest or nook and this peaceful little neighbourhood restaurant near Mariatorget is exactly that. Clad in different kinds of wood, it's the perfect spot to eat dinner or have a glass in intimate surroundings. The menu is influenced by European cuisines, particularly French.
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Timmermansgatan 22, Södermalm
- Website • 08-121 471 14
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An atmospheric evening
Authentic Persian food is just one element of the Tehran Grill experience. The atmospheric surroundings also play a major part - twinkling lanterns, diaphanous drapes and richly patterned rugs are just a few of the touches that add to the exotic ambiance.
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Timmermansgatan 5, Södermalm
- Website • 08-669 92 20
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Intimate bistro
This intimate little bistro run by a mother and daughter team is on Tjärhovsgatan, in a quiet part of Södermalm. The restaurant combines a homely feel with a touch of luxury. Take a pew and sample a few of the restaurant's medium-sized dishes, inspired by the world's cuisines.
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Tjärhovsgatan 50, Södermalm
- Website • 08-511 067 51
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French neighbour
This charming neighbourhood restaurant Voisine serves ambitious dishes inspired by French and Swedish cuisine, along with a curated selection of artisanal wines. Beatrice Bercher and Johan Sandberg, who also run the next-door wine bar Folii, run the show.
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Erstagatan 21, Södermalm
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Classic charm
Red velvet banquettes, gleaming brass lamps and patterned rugs. Rival on Mariatorget has retained its style - along with many of its original interiors - since the Thirties. Hotel guests and locals come by to eat in the bistro or meet up over a drink in the adjoining bar. Their weekend brunch buffet is always popular.
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Mariatorget 3, Södermalm
- Website • 08-545 789 00
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Welcoming Italian
This family-run neigbourhood restaurant invites guests into a laid-back, cosy and intimate atmosphere. They're passionate about food and wine, preferably combined. The restaurant draws in many Södermalm locals, along with tourists from near and far who find their way here to enjoy an authentic Italian meal. The menu includes pasta, pizza, antipasti and a selection of main courses.
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Timmermansgatan 13, Södermalm
- Website • 08-644 10 35
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Authentically Spanish
Aleksandar and Filip serve dishes from their homeland just the way they're meant to be eaten. With a strong emphasis on quality ingredients and wines, as well as pared-down interiors, they invite you to meet up and socialise over food and drink in a relaxed and familiar way.
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Bjälbogatan 32, Södermalm
- Website • 08-720 13 75
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Meatball favourite
If you're in the mood for meatballs, Meatballs is the place to go. The menu here consists of just that - all different kinds of meatballs. Order your meatballs with spaghetti, mashed potato, vegetarian variations or go all-in with the “meatball feast”, where the chefs pick out their own favourites. The restaurant is housed in a corner building in the charming area around Sofia and decorated with sheepskins and natural materials.
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Nytorgsgatan 30, Södermalm
- Website • 08-466 60 99
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Homely on Hornsgatan
Light concrete, personal artworks, green plants, and coiling neon lights create a cosy atmosphere at this welcoming hangout on the waterfront of Hornstull. Head to HG180 for an evening with friends over some wine and sharing plates, a relaxed date, or a weekend brunch. Food-wise, they focus on updated versions of Mediterranean dishes, while the wine list has its roots in regions around the world.
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Hornsgatan 180, Södermalm/Hornstull
- Website • 072-331 12 69
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Moody meze restaurant
Tabbouli serves Lebanese meze and wines among atmospheric heavy drapes and candlelight. Gather together a group of friends and order a tableful of small dishes to share.
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Tavastgatan 22, Södermalm
- Website • 08-429 82 55
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Lebanese Influences
Raouché takes inspiration from Beirut's colours and patterns, creating a cosy atmosphere with soft velvet and gentle light from the crystal chandeliers. Come by with a date, friends or family for a proper feast with a Lebanese twist. The menu includes hot and cold mezzes, grilled main courses, and salads with authentic flavours from the Middle East.
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Renstiernas Gata 22, Södermalm
- Website • 08-35 44 94
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Loungey hangout
Exit Lounge & Bar right next to Medborgarplatsen has created a lounge-inspired environment with comfy armchairs and brown tones, perfect for hanging out over a drink and something to eat. Come by to eat tapas and main courses, or enjoy a glass of something in the bar with friends.
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Götgatan 53, Södermalm
- Website • 08-644 77 77
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Nordic nature
NÒR takes its inspiration from the deep green forests and mirror-like waters of Nordic nature, creating a cosy setting for social dining experiences. The lunch and dinner menus consist of classic brasserie dishes with a modern twist, with a focus on seasonal ingredients. If you come in the evening, you can indulge a little more with the chef's choice menu, a selection of the chef's three favourite dishes.
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Ringvägen 98, Södermalm/Skanstull
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French vibes
An intimate little creperie that oozes French vibes. Grab a seat among the regulars and eat savoury galettes and sweet crepes with imaginative fillings at reasonable prices. Perfect for a spontaneous dinner or an unpretentious date.
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Katarina Bangata 42, Södermalm
- Website • 08-642 12 73
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Charming at Checa
Checa may be a light, airy, pared-back kind of restaurant, but the atmosphere is still cosy and inviting. Owner Valentin Checa has created a restaurant with Latin American vibes, music and food, inspired by his own experiences and childhood memories, not least from the sea and his grandmother's house in Peru.
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Åsögatan 176, Södermalm
- Website • 073-150 27 21
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Indian flavour journey
If you're craving a flavour journey to India, steer a path towards Shanti near Medborgarplatsen. The restaurant is part of the popular Shanti family of restaurants and serves Indian dishes inspired by the country's various regional cuisines. Indian fabrics and furniture create an authentic atmosphere.
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Södermalmsallén 34, Södermalm
- Website • 08-643 97 00
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Pretty as a picture
Fotografiska (the Museum of Photography) isn't just a fantastic museum, it also boasts one of the most spectacular views in Södermalm and an award-winning restaurant. TV chef Paul Svensson is at the helm and the emphasis is on green, sustainable cooking where vegetables play the starring role. Combine your meal with a visit to one of the photographic exhibitions or just gaze out over the entrance to Stockholm harbour through the panoramic windows.
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Stora Tullhuset Stadsgårdshamnen 22, Södermalm
- Website • 08-509 005 00
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Italian neighbourhood favourite
The food, wine and cosy atmosphere draw in the crowds to La Vecchia Signora on Åsögatan. This charming Italian neighbourhood restaurant serves food and wine from the Piedmont region, perfect for an intimate dinner date.
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Åsögatan 163, Södermalm
- Website • 08-644 45 85
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