The guide to Stockholm's best neighbourhood restaurants

The guide to Stockholm's best neighbourhood restaurants

Stockholm has masses of great local restaurants where you can hang out and eat dinner in a relaxed setting, preferably in the middle of the week when you can't bear the thought of cooking dinner. A perfect option for anyone who would rather be spontaneous and forget planning and making reservations. In this guide we've rounded up some of Stockholm's best neighbourhood restaurants where you can easily and simply meet up for a bite to eat, whether you're staying locally or travelling right across town.

In this guide
  1. Stockholm's best neighbourhood restaurants
    1. Aubergine – Local gem since the Nineties
    2. Paraden – Neighbourhood restaurant in an old modernist cinema
    3. Café Facile – Authentic French
    4. Knut – Norrland in Vasastan
    5. Kryp In – Flavours from southern Europe
    6. Österlånggatan 17 – Popular concept
    7. Styrelsen – With a gorgeous courtyard
    8. Mäster Anders – A proper brasserie
    9. Napolyon – Östermalm meets France
    10. Norrbacka 48 – Winning combo
    11. Matateljén – Charming in Gamla Enskede
    12. Lux Dag för Dag – In season by the waterside
    13. Warung – Round trip to Indonesia

Stockholm's best neighbourhood restaurants

Restaurant Aubergine – Neighbourhood restaurants
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Neighbourhood restaurants
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Neighbourhood restaurants
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Neighbourhood restaurants
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Neighbourhood restaurants
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Neighbourhood restaurants
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Neighbourhood restaurants
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Neighbourhood restaurants
Restaurant Aubergine

Aubergine

Local gem since the Nineties

Since 1994 diners have been able to eat well-cooked food at Aubergine in Östermalm. At the crossroads of  Linnégatan and Jungfrugatan, a stone's throw from Östermalmstorg, regulars, business lunchers, couples on dates and single diners come together to enjoy well-executed classics with both Swedish and other European flavours.

Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Neighbourhood restaurants
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Neighbourhood restaurants
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Neighbourhood restaurants
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Neighbourhood restaurants
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Neighbourhood restaurants
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Neighbourhood restaurants
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Neighbourhood restaurants
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Neighbourhood restaurants
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Neighbourhood restaurants
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Neighbourhood restaurants
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering

Paraden

Neighbourhood restaurant in an old modernist cinema

In an otherwise rather sleepy part of Östermalm you'll find the neighbourhood restaurant Paraden - housed in the building that used to be home to the modernist cinema Paraden on Valhallavägen. The food stretches mainly across Swedish, Italian and French, but influences from other parts of the world also sneak in. There's a welcoming feel to the place and the decor is reminiscent of a cosy sitting room with art deco patterns and a relaxed atmosphere. 

Café Facile

Authentic French

At Café Facile on Luntmakargatan you get exactly what the name promises - simple, French food. But don't be fooled by the unassuming name - the authentic cooking and intimate atmosphere make this place one of Stockholm's true gems. Choose something like steak frites, boeuf bourguignon or simply the plat du jour from the blackboard, order something delicious to drink and lean back, relax and enjoy the atmosphere - and the great value food.

Knut Upplandsgatan – Neighbourhood restaurants
Knut Upplandsgatan
Knut Upplandsgatan – Neighbourhood restaurants
Knut Upplandsgatan
Knut Upplandsgatan – Neighbourhood restaurants
Knut Upplandsgatan
Knut Upplandsgatan – Neighbourhood restaurants
Knut Upplandsgatan
Knut Upplandsgatan – Neighbourhood restaurants
Knut Upplandsgatan
Knut Upplandsgatan – Neighbourhood restaurants
Knut Upplandsgatan
Knut Upplandsgatan – Neighbourhood restaurants
Knut Upplandsgatan
Knut Upplandsgatan – Neighbourhood restaurants
Knut Upplandsgatan

Knut

Norrland in Vasastan

Flatbread pizza, reindeer tartare and cloudberry parfait - can you sense the theme? Yup - at Knut you'll have a dining experience with strong northern Swedish overtones. The concept is all-encompassing but still friendly, authentic and cosy. Thanks to Knut you don't need to travel any further than Tegnérlunden to enjoy food and drink specialities from Norrland.

Kryp In Södermalm – Neighbourhood restaurants
Kryp In Södermalm
Kryp In Södermalm – Neighbourhood restaurants
Kryp In Södermalm
Kryp In Södermalm – Neighbourhood restaurants
Kryp In Södermalm
Kryp In Södermalm – Neighbourhood restaurants
Kryp In Södermalm
Kryp In Södermalm – Neighbourhood restaurants
Kryp In Södermalm
Kryp In Södermalm – Neighbourhood restaurants
Kryp In Södermalm
Kryp In Södermalm – Neighbourhood restaurants
Kryp In Södermalm
Kryp In Södermalm – Neighbourhood restaurants
Kryp In Södermalm
Kryp In Södermalm – Neighbourhood restaurants
Kryp In Södermalm
Kryp In Södermalm – Neighbourhood restaurants
Kryp In Södermalm

Kryp In

Flavours from southern Europe

This little neighbourhood restaurant by Mariatorget serves southern European-influenced dishes in a cosy room with wooden panels, wood furniture and timber as decoration. Drop by whether you want to enjoy a whole three-course dinner or just take a seat at the bar and have a glass of wine.

Österlånggatan 17 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Österlånggatan 17
Österlånggatan 17 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Österlånggatan 17
Österlånggatan 17 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Österlånggatan 17
Österlånggatan 17 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Österlånggatan 17
Österlånggatan 17 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Österlånggatan 17
Österlånggatan 17 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Österlånggatan 17
Österlånggatan 17 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Österlånggatan 17
Österlånggatan 17 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Österlånggatan 17

Österlånggatan 17

Popular concept

As part of the ever-reliable Bockholmen restaurant group, which also includes Nybrogatan 38, Österlånggatan is a safe bet in the Old Town. A sociable atmosphere, good value food and generous opening hours make it a popular option at any time of the day or night.

Styrelsen Bar & Bistro – Neighbourhood restaurants
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro – Neighbourhood restaurants
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro – Neighbourhood restaurants
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro – Neighbourhood restaurants
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro – Neighbourhood restaurants
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro – Neighbourhood restaurants
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro – Neighbourhood restaurants
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro – Neighbourhood restaurants
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro – Neighbourhood restaurants
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro – Neighbourhood restaurants
Styrelsen Bar & Bistro

Styrelsen

With a gorgeous courtyard

Chandeliers, stucco ceilings and gilded mirrors - behind an arched entrance in the stone facade on Hantverkargatan lies Styrelsen. The interiors may scream high society but the menu is rather more down to earth, with traditional homecooking style food inspired by southern European food culture. You'll also find a peaceful oasis here in their lushh inner courtyard. 

Mäster Anders

A proper brasserie

It's not every restaurant in Stockholm that gets a mention in the encyclopedia, so you'll understand the level of gravitas Mäster Anders has. For decades, centuries even (!), the Kungholmen restaurant has drawn in regulars looking for classic, well-executed dishes. The authentic brasserie decor is the finishing touch with its classic globe pendant ceiling lamps, hexagonal-checked tiled floor, bentwood chairs and arched windows. 

Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Neighbourhood restaurants
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Neighbourhood restaurants
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Neighbourhood restaurants
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Neighbourhood restaurants
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Neighbourhood restaurants
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Neighbourhood restaurants
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Neighbourhood restaurants
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Neighbourhood restaurants
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Neighbourhood restaurants
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Neighbourhood restaurants
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Neighbourhood restaurants
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Neighbourhood restaurants
Napolyon Bistro & Bar

Napolyon

Östermalm meets France

Napoleon isn't like other neighbourhood restaurants in Östermalm, it's more reminiscent of a neighbourhood bistro in Paris. The menu is filled with modern French and European dishes with a smattering of Swedish flavours, and among the many wines there's something for all tastes. Open for both lunch and dinner, and in summer the outdoor dining area on Grev Turegatan is a popular hangout.

Norrbacka 48 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Norrbacka 48
Norrbacka 48 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Norrbacka 48
Norrbacka 48 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Norrbacka 48
Norrbacka 48 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Norrbacka 48
Norrbacka 48 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Norrbacka 48
Norrbacka 48 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Norrbacka 48
Norrbacka 48 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Norrbacka 48
Norrbacka 48 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Norrbacka 48
Norrbacka 48 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Norrbacka 48
Norrbacka 48 – Neighbourhood restaurants
Norrbacka 48

Norrbacka 48

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Winning combo

If you find yourself in the Birkastan part of Vasastan, steer a course towards Norrbacka 48. This neighbourhood joint combines a café with a wine bar - a winning combination. Come by for a nice relaxed lunch consisting of grilled sandwiches, bowls and pizza, or for a cup of coffee with a cake or pastry. If you're in the area in the afternoon you can stop by for a post-work glass of wine, or champagne, cava or non-alcoholic drink. 

Matateljén

Charming in Gamla Enskede

Among the charming wooden houses of Gamla Enskede you'll find a welcome and long-awaited restaurant addition. Inside Matateljén the gang behind the well-loved Svartsö krog cook excellent, mainly vegetarian dishes with a fine twist. You can eat lunch and dinner here and buy foodie delights in their little deli corner to take home with you.

Lux Dag för Dag

In season by the waterside

Lux Dag för Dag is one of those places right outside the city centre that's worth a little detour. They take seasonal food extremely seriously here and simply let the ingredients and Swedish flavours steer the menu. Jump on the number 1 bus and get off at Lilla Essingen, you know you're there when you find a beautiful old listed brick buiding with a view over Mariebergsfjärden. 

Warung – Neighbourhood restaurants
Warung
Warung – Neighbourhood restaurants
Warung
Warung – Neighbourhood restaurants
Warung
Warung – Neighbourhood restaurants
Warung
Warung – Neighbourhood restaurants
Warung
Warung – Neighbourhood restaurants
Warung
Warung – Neighbourhood restaurants
Warung
Warung – Neighbourhood restaurants
Warung
Warung – Neighbourhood restaurants
Warung
Warung – Neighbourhood restaurants
Warung

Warung

Round trip to Indonesia

In the mood for spicy food and exotic cocktails? Then get yourself down to Warung in Hornstull - one of the few restaurants in Stockholm which represents Indonesian cuisine, made with Nordic ingredients. Warung is a small restaurant with just a few tables and bar stools, which creats a calm and casual atmosphere.

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