The guide to Stockholm's best al fresco restaurants and bars

The guide to Stockholm's best al fresco restaurants and bars

There's not much that beats enjoying the warmth of the summer sun at an al fresco dining spot. Who wouldn't want to kick off the weekend with something good to eat, a glass of wine, a cold beer or a tropical cocktail - and get some colour in their cheeks at the same time? We've listed the best and biggest places in Stockholm to eat and drink outdoors, all with a summery, holiday feeling.

Tatty Good, Content Writer UK & Translator SE, Thatsup Tatty Good, Content Writer UK & Translator SE, Thatsup
Tatty Good
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      Eden A stone's throw from reality
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      Mosebacke­terrassen Classic spot high up in Södermalm
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      Tak High up above the rooftops
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      Strandhäxan Sandwiches, cocktails and sunny spots
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      Diplomat Sun-drenched lounge life on Strandvägen
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      Debaser Pontonen Floating bar and restaurant
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      Boulebar Southern French park hangout
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      Blå Porten Popular oasis on Djurgården
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      Dramaten­terrassen The ultimate place to see and be seen
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      Hallwylska An oasis in the heart of the city
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      Parklådan Beer hall under open skies
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      Trädgården Skanstull's most summery spot
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      Villa Källhagen Leafy gardens in beautiful surroundings
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      Solen Sun-drenched in Slaktis
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      Loopen Restaurant, bar and guest marina in Hornstull
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      Artilleriet Leafy Östermalm oasis
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      Fotografiska Stockholm views
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      Bleck Sunny in Södermalm
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      Lydmar Well-loved hotel hangout on Blasieholmen
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      Reimersholme Hotel Party garden
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      Lykke Nytorget Nytorget vibes
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      Strandbryggan Mediterranean in Östermalm
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      Taley Thai flavours in leafy surroundings
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      Karamell Suntrap on the quayside
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      Vår Gård Leafy terrace by the sea
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      Thoresta Herrgård Lakeside manor house
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      Restaurang Göteborg Sunny hangout in Sjöstan
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      Pitcher's Waterfront sports bar Sponsored
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      Oxenstiernan Leafy courtyard
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      Jacqueline's City pulse
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      Två små svin Beer and open sandwiches in Årsta
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      K4 Pampas In the middle of the marina
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      Gondolen View over the city
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      Mariedals Trädgårdscafé Oasis next to the canal
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      Marco's Bar & Cafe Mediterranean vibes
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      Freyja Hard-to-beat views
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      Snaps Sun-drenched classic Södermalm spot
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      Stortorgskällaren In the heart of the Old Town Sponsored
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      Måsen Mediterranean oasis with a view
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      SQ Waterfront in Nacka
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      Kollektivet Livet Bar & Scen With views over the city
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      Brasserie Deck Neighbourhood restaurant on the waterfront
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      Kungsträdgården Pick and choose
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      Mälarpaviljongen, Orangeriet & Coppa Gelatokiosken Walk along the waterfront

Al fresco bars and restaurants in Stockholm

Eden

A stone's throw from reality

You'll find this leafy oasis with views over Lake Mälaren in an old wooden house on Smedsudden, close to Västerbron. The outdoor dining area open during the summer months has become a popular spot for food, drinks and events. The kitchen serves dishes made from local ingredients in season. 

Mosebacke­terrassen

Classic spot high up in Södermalm

Mosebacketerrassen is a Södermalm institution which has drawn in Stockholmers and tourists alike to the heights of Södermalm for many years. There's room for around 2000 people who want to hang out, listen to music, eat, drink and, of course, enjoy the views.

Tak – Al fresco dining
Tak
Tak – Al fresco dining
Tak
Tak – Al fresco dining
Tak
Tak – Al fresco dining
Tak
Tak – Al fresco dining
Tak
Tak – Al fresco dining
Tak

Tak

High up above the rooftops

During the summer months, Tak opens out into one of Stockholm's very best roof terraces, with panoramic views over the city's rooftops. Long hours of sunlight and cooling drinks combine with stunning views. Book a table inside the restaurant to make your summer evening complete.

Strandhäxan

Sandwiches, cocktails and sunny spots

Sandhäxan's sister restaurant by Djurgårdsbron is a popular summer spot. A greenhouse, two bars, a huge garden to hang out in and fantastic sandwiches - what more could you want on a sunny day? You can rent bikes, kayaks or pedaloes right alongside.

Hotel Diplomat Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hotel Diplomat Restaurang

Diplomat

Sun-drenched lounge life on Strandvägen

Tourists and Stockholmers alike throng to the Diplomat, where guests can enjoy a cocktail outside on the lounge-style terrace. And Strandvägen on a sunny afternoon has to be the ultimate spot in Stockholm for people-watching.

Debaser Pontonen – Al fresco dining
Debaser Pontonen
Debaser Pontonen – Al fresco dining
Debaser Pontonen
Debaser Pontonen – Al fresco dining
Debaser Pontonen
Debaser Pontonen – Al fresco dining
Debaser Pontonen
Debaser Pontonen – Al fresco dining
Debaser Pontonen
Debaser Pontonen – Al fresco dining
Debaser Pontonen
Debaser Pontonen – Al fresco dining
Debaser Pontonen
Debaser Pontonen – Al fresco dining
Debaser Pontonen
Debaser Pontonen – Al fresco dining
Debaser Pontonen
Debaser Pontonen – Al fresco dining
Debaser Pontonen
Debaser Pontonen – Al fresco dining
Debaser Pontonen
Debaser Pontonen – Al fresco dining
Debaser Pontonen

Debaser Pontonen

Floating bar and restaurant

Debaser Pontonen is open on the water in Hornstull from May to September. The floating pontoon, with a bar and restaurant area, has comfy seating, heaters and awnings to create a pleasant atmosphere on both hot and cooler summer days. The menu includes summery dishes and snacks which can be combined with all kinds of drinks, and they occasionally invite bands and musical artists to perform on the pontoon.

Boulebar Rålambshov – Al fresco dining
Boulebar Rålambshov
Boulebar Rålambshov – Al fresco dining
Boulebar Rålambshov
Boulebar Rålambshov – Al fresco dining
Boulebar Rålambshov
Boulebar Haga – Al fresco dining
Boulebar Haga
Boulebar Haga – Al fresco dining
Boulebar Haga
Boulebar Rålambshov – Al fresco dining
Boulebar Rålambshov
Boulebar Rålambshov – Al fresco dining
Boulebar Rålambshov
Boulebar Rålambshov – Al fresco dining
Boulebar Rålambshov
Boulebar Haga – Al fresco dining
Boulebar Haga
Boulebar Haga – Al fresco dining
Boulebar Haga

Boulebar

Southern French park hangout

Boulebar's leafy outdoor dining areas in Rålambshovsparken and Hagaparken ooze southern French park vibes. Meet up for a refreshing cider and something to eat, and play a little outdoor boules while you're there. Boulebar in Rålambshovsparken is a bit of an institution in the park and, new for 2024, DJs and live bands will be creating a summery atmosphere. 

Blå Porten

Popular oasis on Djurgården

Blå Porten's verdant garden courtyard has long been a popular oasis on Djurgården. Come here to sip a glass of rosé, enjoy a summer meal or take a long coffee break among the flowers. Combine your visit with a long walk around the island.

Dramaten­terrassen

The ultimate place to see and be seen

The terrace at Dramaten theatre right above Nybroviken is a popular watering hole on warm days and balmy summer evenings. The terrace fills up with a mixed crowd who are happy to join the throngs to bag themselves a prawn salad and a place in the sun.

Hallwylska Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hallwylska Restaurang
Hallwylska Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hallwylska Restaurang
Hallwylska Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hallwylska Restaurang
Hallwylska Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hallwylska Restaurang
Hallwylska Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hallwylska Restaurang
Hallwylska Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hallwylska Restaurang
Hallwylska Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hallwylska Restaurang
Hallwylska Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hallwylska Restaurang
Hallwylska Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hallwylska Restaurang
Hallwylska Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hallwylska Restaurang
Hallwylska Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hallwylska Restaurang
Hallwylska Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Hallwylska Restaurang

Hallwylska

An oasis in the heart of the city

Hallwylska is a popular watering hole during the summer months. The charming inner courtyard, with its Continental restaurant, leafy plants, fairy lights and outdoor bar, is a peaceful oasis in the city centre. There's also a smaller outdoor dining area outside the entrance on Hamngatan. 

Parklådan

Beer hall under open skies

In the corner of one of one of Stockholm's most popular spots to hang out in the summer, Vasa park, the team behind Lådan has opened up its own take on an American beer garden. Beer fans from all over town gather on Parklådan's outdoor serving area to sample locally produced craft beers and much on classy burgers and hot dogs. 

Trädgården

Skanstull's most summery spot

Trädgården ('The Garden') which is located under Skanstullsbron bridge, is a must for anyone who wants to experience Södermalm nightlife in the summer. You can drink beer, eat, go to daytime live performances and dance the night away. Always popular.

Villa Källhagen Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Villa Källhagen Restaurang
Villa Källhagen Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Villa Källhagen Restaurang
Villa Källhagen Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Villa Källhagen Restaurang
Villa Källhagen Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Villa Källhagen Restaurang
Villa Källhagen Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Villa Källhagen Restaurang
Villa Källhagen Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Villa Källhagen Restaurang
Villa Källhagen Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Villa Källhagen Restaurang
Villa Källhagen Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Villa Källhagen Restaurang
Villa Källhagen Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Villa Källhagen Restaurang
Villa Källhagen Restaurang – Al fresco dining
Villa Källhagen Restaurang

Villa Källhagen

Leafy gardens in beautiful surroundings

Villa Källhagen is just a stone's throw from the big city, along the Djurgårdsbrunn canal. Relax with a cocktail in the garden or enjoy something to eat on the outdoor dining area or in the Orangery. If you like you can even stay the night.

Solen – Al fresco dining
Solen
Solen – Al fresco dining
Solen
Solen – Al fresco dining
Solen
Solen – Al fresco dining
Solen
Solen – Al fresco dining
Solen
Solen – Al fresco dining
Solen
Solen – Al fresco dining
Solen
Solen – Al fresco dining
Solen
Solen – Al fresco dining
Solen
Solen – Al fresco dining
Solen

Solen

Sun-drenched in Slaktis

The sun ("solen") provides the inspiration for this restaurant in the Slakthus area from well-known chef duo Adam and Albin. The menu revolves around 'food of the sun', that is, charcoal-grilled and smoked dishes from the Mediterranean, South America and the Middle East. And the outdoor seating? Well, it's equally sunny. Come here for a sharing dinner or simply a glass of something tasty.

Loopen

Restaurant, bar and guest marina in Hornstull

At this waterside outdoor drinking and dining spot in Hornstull you can drink the Caribbean beer, Carib, which Loopen imports. Or try out their special cocktail, a Loop de Loop, which is rum-based and is said to beat a caiprinha by miles. With its laid-back atmosphere, Loopen is a great place to hang out and drink on a sunny afternoon.

Restaurang Artilleriet – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Artilleriet
Restaurang Artilleriet – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Artilleriet
Restaurang Artilleriet – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Artilleriet
Restaurang Artilleriet – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Artilleriet
Restaurang Artilleriet – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Artilleriet
Restaurang Artilleriet – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Artilleriet
Restaurang Artilleriet – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Artilleriet
Restaurang Artilleriet – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Artilleriet

Artilleriet

Leafy Östermalm oasis

Artilleriet's al fresco dining in the leafy courtyard of the Army Museum is just a stone's throw from Stureplan and Nybroviken. Take a pew for lunch or an after-work drink - there are plenty of chairs and comfy armchairs to sit in. Dogs are also very welcome.

Fotografiska – Al fresco dining
Fotografiska
Fotografiska – Al fresco dining
Fotografiska
Fotografiska – Al fresco dining
Fotografiska
Fotografiska – Al fresco dining
Fotografiska
Fotografiska – Al fresco dining
Fotografiska
Fotografiska – Al fresco dining
Fotografiska
Fotografiska – Al fresco dining
Fotografiska
Fotografiska – Al fresco dining
Fotografiska
Fotografiska – Al fresco dining
Fotografiska
Fotografiska – Al fresco dining
Fotografiska

Fotografiska

Stockholm views

With an address at one of Stockholm's best viewpoints, the view from Fotografiska's veranda is something quite special. Sit down with a summer cocktail, enjoy the smell of grilled food, and just take in the summer as the sun sets over the water, Gröna Lund and the Royal Palace. To top it off, they offer table reservations for parties of up to 50 people. 

Bleck

Sunny in Södermalm

Right next to Lilla Blecktornsparken is Bleck, which draws in visitors to its sun-drenched outdoor seating areas all summer long. Hang out on the stairs, sip on a funky natural wine, and savour some small, delicious bites amidst a mixed clientele.

Lydmar

Well-loved hotel hangout on Blasieholmen

Lydmar's hidden outdoor terrace looks out over the Nationalmuseum and feels a little like a French arbor. Very popular among guests of all ages who want to enjoy the sun, a glass of wine and something to eat (lunch is served here too). In front of the Lydmar there's another fabulous al fresco area with DJs and live music.

Reimersholme Hotel

Party garden

Despite having been a popular summer spot for several years, Reimersholme Hotel still feels like something of a hidden gem. In the hotel's garden, under twinkling lights and large trees, people gather to drink wine and listen to live music.

Lykke Nytorget – Al fresco dining
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Al fresco dining
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Al fresco dining
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Al fresco dining
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Al fresco dining
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Al fresco dining
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Al fresco dining
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Al fresco dining
Lykke Nytorget

Lykke Nytorget

Nytorget vibes

A stone's throw from trendy Nytorget, Lykke Nytorget is a laid-back spot to chill out outdoors. Their large outdoor dining area serves beer and street food from a food truck, and they live up to their promise of providing a meeting place full of Nytorget vibes.

Strandbryggan

Mediterranean in Östermalm

You don't need to leave central Stockholm to experience sun-drenched Mediterranean vibes - just head down to Strandvägen and Strandbryggan. Strandbryggan has been around in various forms since 1989, from beer café to classic archipelago restaurant, but in summer 2023 the sunny spot was relaunched with strong influences from the Mediterranean area. Take a seat with a cocktail in the lounge, have something to eat in the restaurant or mingle in the sun.  

Taley

Thai flavours in leafy surroundings

Right next to the waters of Årstaviken in Skanstull, you'll find the summer restaurant Taley, serving classic Thai flavours amongst the greenery. Enjoy lunch and dinner, have a beer, and listen to live music on the large outdoor terrace with views of the water.

Karamell – Al fresco dining
Karamell
Karamell – Al fresco dining
Karamell
Karamell – Al fresco dining
Karamell
Karamell – Al fresco dining
Karamell
Karamell – Al fresco dining
Karamell
Karamell – Al fresco dining
Karamell
Karamell – Al fresco dining
Karamell
Karamell – Al fresco dining
Karamell

Karamell

Suntrap on the quayside

On the quayside of Skeppsbron, Karamell has created an explosion of flavours, scents, and colours from both the Mediterranean and Scandinavia. The charming outdoor seating area enjoys full sun throughout the morning and well into the afternoon, with a stunning view of the water, Skeppsholmen, and the heights of Södermalm – all day long.

Vår Gård – Al fresco dining
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Al fresco dining
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Al fresco dining
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Al fresco dining
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Al fresco dining
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Al fresco dining
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Al fresco dining
Vår Gård
Vår Gård – Al fresco dining
Vår Gård

Vår Gård

Leafy terrace by the sea

Enjoy a peaceful moment in harmonious surroundings with views over the sea. You'll find this hotel, restaurant and conference facility at the point where the Stockholm archipelago begins. Guests are welcome to come and eat, to stay the night or take part in a conference or kick-off. Sit out on the leafy terrace and enjoy food made from seasonal ingredients.

Thoresta Herrgård – Al fresco dining
Thoresta Herrgård
Thoresta Herrgård – Al fresco dining
Thoresta Herrgård
Thoresta Herrgård – Al fresco dining
Thoresta Herrgård
Thoresta Herrgård – Al fresco dining
Thoresta Herrgård
Thoresta Herrgård – Al fresco dining
Thoresta Herrgård
Thoresta Herrgård – Al fresco dining
Thoresta Herrgård
Thoresta Herrgård – Al fresco dining
Thoresta Herrgård
Thoresta Herrgård – Al fresco dining
Thoresta Herrgård

Thoresta Herrgård

Lakeside manor house

Thoresta Herrgård is beautifully located in natural surroundings right next to Lake Mälaren. Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner with views over the water. Food-wise, they aim to offer a top-notch and sustainable gastronomic experience and food is prepared using selected ingredients from nearby farms.

Restaurang Göteborg

Sunny hangout in Sjöstan

Restaurang Göteborg, on the waterfront of the Sickla canal, can be reached by boat and tram. Take a seat on the deck in the sunshine and have something to eat and drink. Restaurants don't get much closer to the water than this.  

Pitcher's Hornsberg – Al fresco dining
Pitcher's Hornsberg
Pitcher's Hornsberg – Al fresco dining
Pitcher's Hornsberg
Pitcher's Hornsberg – Al fresco dining
Pitcher's Hornsberg
Pitcher's Hornsberg – Al fresco dining
Pitcher's Hornsberg
Pitcher's Hornsberg – Al fresco dining
Pitcher's Hornsberg
Pitcher's Hornsberg – Al fresco dining
Pitcher's Hornsberg
Pitcher's Hornsberg – Al fresco dining
Pitcher's Hornsberg
Pitcher's Hornsberg – Al fresco dining
Pitcher's Hornsberg

Pitcher's

Sponsored

Waterfront sports bar

Pitcher's doesn't just attract Stockholm's sports enthusiasts, but also anyone who enjoys having a drink or having something tasty to eat in a great atmosphere. Especially during the warm months of the year, when they open up a generous outdoor seating area right next to the waters of Hornsbergs strand. Take a seat in the sun, have a beer or burger, and let the lake breeze cool you off. 

Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Al fresco dining
Restaurang Oxenstiernan

Oxenstiernan

Leafy courtyard

Restaurang Oxenstiernan, is in a historic 18th century building with a leafy outdoor area in the heart of Östermalm. Enjoy classic cooking and wine from selected producers - as well as the odd cocktail - outdoors in fine weather. 

Jacqueline's – Al fresco dining
Jacqueline's
Jacqueline's – Al fresco dining
Jacqueline's
Jacqueline's – Al fresco dining
Jacqueline's
Jacqueline's – Al fresco dining
Jacqueline's
Jacqueline's – Al fresco dining
Jacqueline's
Jacqueline's – Al fresco dining
Jacqueline's
Jacqueline's – Al fresco dining
Jacqueline's
Jacqueline's – Al fresco dining
Jacqueline's

Jacqueline's

City pulse

In the heart of Stockholm city, Jacqueline's provides a relaxing oasis in the form of an outdoor dining area. Enjoy the sunny aspect while you sip a cocktail or a glass of wine. If you start to get peckish, their signature dish pinsa is a real hit at brunch, lunch and dinner. 

Två små svin – Al fresco dining
Två små svin
Två små svin – Al fresco dining
Två små svin
Två små svin – Al fresco dining
Två små svin
Två små svin – Al fresco dining
Två små svin
Två små svin – Al fresco dining
Två små svin
Två små svin – Al fresco dining
Två små svin
Två små svin – Al fresco dining
Två små svin
Två små svin – Al fresco dining
Två små svin

Två små svin

Beer and open sandwiches in Årsta

If you're in the mood for smörrebröd open sandwiches and Czech beer, head to Två små svin in Årsta. The whole place oozes welcoming Continental vibes. During the summer months you can join the locals and enjoy food and beer al fresco on the multi-level outdoor dining area. 

K4 Pampas – Al fresco dining
K4 Pampas
K4 Pampas – Al fresco dining
K4 Pampas
K4 Pampas – Al fresco dining
K4 Pampas
K4 Pampas – Al fresco dining
K4 Pampas
K4 Pampas – Al fresco dining
K4 Pampas
K4 Pampas – Al fresco dining
K4 Pampas

K4 Pampas

In the middle of the marina

Just a short walk from the city centre, you'll find the Pampas marina and the K4 Pampas restaurant, whose large outdoor dining area looks out over the small boat marina. Stockholmers head here to have something to eat or enjoy a drink next to the gently lapping water. There's plenty of space for groups of all sizes. 

Gondolen

View over the city

Twelve floors up in the Katarinahuset building is Gondolen's outdoor terrace, with space for about a hundred sunbathing guests. A true summer oasis perfect for celebrating the holidays, with a fruity cocktail in hand and a view over the rooftops, the water, and the sun setting behind the City Hall. If your stomach starts rumbling, you can check out the menu, which includes Swedish and slightly more Southern European flavours.

Mariedals Trädgårdscafé

Oasis next to the canal

Mariedals Trädgårdscafé is a charming garden café on Hornsbergs Strand, right alongside the Karlberg canal. There's plenty of space here to take a seat and relax with something to eat, coffee and a cake, an ice cream or a glass of wine as you look out over the canal. 

Marco's Bar & Cafe

Mediterranean vibes

At Restaurant Marco's little brother restaurant, you can enjoy pizza, charcuterie boards, and other delicacies from the Mediterranean alongside Swedish classics like toast Skagen. The food bar is open daily for lunch, dinner, coffee, and after-work hangouts with their own cocktails, beer in frosted glasses, and sparkling wine. Take a seat at their large outdoor terrace for a full Continental experience. 

Freyja

Hard-to-beat views

This Swedish restaurant can be found right at the top of the Hornsgatan 18 building. The roof terrace has spectacular views over the city and the 400 square metre space is packed with sun-worshipping (and thirsty) guests.

Snaps

Sun-drenched classic Södermalm spot

When the al fresco dining spots around Medborgarplatsen fill with city dwellers thirsty for sun and beer, it's a sure sign spring has arrived. Snaps is extra popular and attracts a motley crew who flock under the heaters or, even better, under the parasols. As well as a beer or a cocktail, you can also get something simple to eat.

Stortorgskällaren – Al fresco dining
Stortorgskällaren
Stortorgskällaren – Al fresco dining
Stortorgskällaren
Stortorgskällaren – Al fresco dining
Stortorgskällaren
Stortorgskällaren – Al fresco dining
Stortorgskällaren
Stortorgskällaren – Al fresco dining
Stortorgskällaren
Stortorgskällaren – Al fresco dining
Stortorgskällaren
Stortorgskällaren – Al fresco dining
Stortorgskällaren
Stortorgskällaren – Al fresco dining
Stortorgskällaren

Stortorgskällaren

Sponsored

In the heart of the Old Town

Among cobblestones, ancient houses and cellar vaults you'll find Stortorgskällaren on Stortorget in the heart of the Old Town. Their generous outdoor dining area is perfect for people-watching. Take a seat at lunchtime onwards and enjoy food, a cocktail or a glass of wine.

Måsen

Mediterranean oasis with a view

Rima Ismail and Samir Kersh, the duo behind the popular A bowl & plates, have created a summery oasis outside Münchenbryggeriet, with whole grilled fish, charcoal-grilled meat and meze. Mediterranean vibes flow, with hanging lamps, olive trees, cocktails and views of the water.

SQ Bar & Restaurang – Al fresco dining
SQ Bar & Restaurang
SQ Bar & Restaurang – Al fresco dining
SQ Bar & Restaurang
SQ Bar & Restaurang – Al fresco dining
SQ Bar & Restaurang
SQ Bar & Restaurang – Al fresco dining
SQ Bar & Restaurang
SQ Bar & Restaurang – Al fresco dining
SQ Bar & Restaurang
SQ Bar & Restaurang – Al fresco dining
SQ Bar & Restaurang

SQ

Waterfront in Nacka

In the old Saltsjöqvarn building, SQ Bar & Restaurant's outdoor terrace offers magnificent views of the entrance to Stockholm harbour from the spacious outdoor seating area. Enjoy lunch or dinner with classic European flavours, or why not enhance your weekend with a luxurious jazz brunch. Getting here is quick and easy with the ferry from Nybrokajen.

Kollektivet Livet Bar & Scen

With views over the city

On the rooftop of Stadsgårdsterminalen, Kollektivet Livet has created a place to enjoy live music, dancing, DJ sets and pizza and beer. Thirsty Stockholmers come here to hang out on summer evenings, admire the view and enjoy everything from pop to rock music. When the outdoor serving area closes at weekends the night often continues down in the nightclub. 

Brasserie Deck

Neighbourhood restaurant on the waterfront

Everyone is welcome at this neighbourhood restaurant on Liljeholmskajen. There's space for 30 people on the outdoor dining area, where Deck serves Swedish and French flavours with views over th water. Combine your visit with a walk along the Årstaviken waterfront.

Kungsträdgården

Pick and choose

Simply heading down to Kungsträdgården is a great idea if you're looking for al fresco dining, leafy greenness and other things to enhance a sunny summer's day. You'll find, among other places, Bar Burger Café, Café Söderberg, Oma and Non Solo Bar

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Walk along the waterfront

Norr Mälarstrand is the perfect waterfront promenade on a sunny day and there are plenty of delightful outdoor spots to eat and drink spread out along the water. Whether you want to eat, have a coffee or enjoy a glass of bubbles, you'll find what you're looking for. 

  • Norr Mälarstrand 64, Kungsholmen Norrmälarstrand kajplats 464, Kungsholmen Norr Mälarstrand 36, Kungsholmen
    Mälarpaviljongen
    Norr Mälarstrand 64, Kungsholmen
    Orangeriet
    Norrmälarstrand kajplats 464, Kungsholmen
    Coppa Gelatokiosken
    Norr Mälarstrand 36, Kungsholmen
  • Mälarpaviljongen
    malarpaviljongen.se
    Orangeriet
    trattorian.se/restauranger/orangeriet
    Coppa Gelatokiosken
    coppagelatokiosken.business.site
    Orangeriet
    08-684 238 70
    Coppa Gelatokiosken
    070-182 10 99
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Al fresco dining – About the guide

Stockholm's best al fresco restaurants and bars - Our guide to the best places to eat and drink outdoors in Stockholm is updated regularly. If you know of a great al fresco restaurant or bar in Stockholm that we have not included in our guide please get in touch. Please also let us know if you find any errors in this guide. Have you visited any of the places mentioned in the guide? Don't forget to write a review on Thatsup.

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