The guide to the best cocktail bars in Stockholm

On the site of Sweden's first apothecary, which opened in the 16th century, this award-winning cocktail bar has preserved the feel of the old apothecary and serves imaginative, seasonal cocktails as well innovative medium-sized dishes. Right next door you'll find their sister restaurant Stortorgskällaren, with a slightly more old-school vibe and serving classic cocktails mixed at the bar.

Gemma on Grev Turegatan is run by award-winning bartender Johan Evers and rising star Oscar Drigoris. Craft cocktails are blended with passion and precision and you can order light meals or snacks to go with your drink.

Röda Huset cocktail bar and restaurant is centrally located on Sergels torg. The menu includes a wide range of unique cocktails made with Swedish ingredients, and also an extensive list of selected wines. If you're feeling a bit peckish there are several different snacks and small dishes to choose from.

The cocktail bar Lucy's Flower Shop can be found (if you know where to look) in Arnoldshuset between Coquetel Social and Nold. The bar, hidden away in a basement, is run by Alex Skärlén and Ola Carlsson from Hommage and award-winning bartender Hampus Thunholm. Once you've found the bar, unique taste experiences await you in intimate, mysterious and laid-back premises.

This hip concept combines an award-winning NYC-cool speakeasy bar with a restaurant and barbershop. The bartenders - some of the best in the city - create innovative cocktails behind the ornate bar. The casual, unpretentious ambiance enhances the experience.

In the historic premises of the Grand Hôtel Stockholm, Cadierbaren is an international cocktail bar that attracts hotel guests and external visitors alike. Order exciting cocktails with unexpected flavour combinations in the magnificent bar, as well as luxurious smaller and larger format dishes. An à la carte breakfast, brunch, lunch and afternoon tea are also served here.

Hernö Gin Bar serves top-notch cocktails made from various different kinds of Hernö Gin. Sip classic drinks like their award-winning gin & tonic in historic surroundings next to Slussen, accompanied by small plates with Swedish flavours. The ground floor is home to their restaurant and cocktail bar, and downstairs you'll find a cosy bar and tasting venue.

At award-winning bartender Josephine Sondlo's and Jack Parker's pastel-coloured cocktail bar, truly ambitious drinks combine with the feel of a cosy neighbourhood bar. The drinks menu features both their own creations and creative interpretations of classics such as Negronis and Old Fashioneds, and you can also enjoy a beer if you prefer. An easy place to spend a whole evening with some snacks and good chat over the bar counter.

Ambitious omakase restaurant Black Milk Gastro Bar has an equally ambitious cocktail bar called L'Osteria. It is a small, intimate bar that aims to bring something new to Stockholm's bar scene. Small dishes with a focus on quality seasonal ingredients are served with the drinks, reflecting the style of food served in the restaurant. In 2024, they were awarded best new cocktail bar at the Bartenders' Choice Awards.

Le Hibou is an elegant but relaxed cocktail bar at the top of the Bank Hotel, with Parisian-inspired interiors. Gaze out over the waters of Nybroviken while you sip one of their signature cocktails.

Drink cocktails with Nordic and Japanese influences while you enjoy the panoramic views over Stockholm. Take it the atmosphere in Tak's bar or book a table at IMA, Tak's "living room", if you want to be served an entire tasting menu complete with exclusive cocktails. Both bars are on the fourteenth floor.

Artilleriet is always atmospheric, whether you're coming by for something to eat or just a drink. Their playful cocktail bar, Stjärtilleriet, in the centre of the restaurant has a completely unique drinks menu. The cocktail names are as exciting as the ingredients, and if you're having trouble deciding between the different drinks, go all-in with their “cocktail omakase”, which includes several different cocktails by the half glass.  

Located in the Old Town, Bar Brahe serves up American Prohibition era vibes, with handcrafted cocktails and live jazz are at the forefront. The French zinc bar and music recreate a sense of 1920s speakeasies, where you can sample everything from pure Nordic flavours to sweet and spicy drinks with flavours from various parts of the world.

There's always a buzz at La Boca Doce buzz, whether you come by to eat or drink. The bar mixes colourful cocktails and the kitchen creates food with influences from both South America and the Mediterranean. Experience food, music and a party atmosphere with family, friends or colleagues.

On the ninth floor of Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel, creativity knows no bounds, at least not when it comes to cocktails. New cocktails are constantly being created behind the bar at HIGH Bar, along with the establishment's signature drinks and a few classics, making for an extensive selection of drinks to explore. Through the panoramic windows there are breathtaking views of both Stockholm city centre and the city's waterways.

When Sovel moved into Flying Elk's former premises, they chose to preserve a small part of the gastropub in the form of the cocktail bar Corner Club Rescued by Sovel. Upstairs, they serve ambitious cocktails in bright surroundings with touches of wood and brass. The drinks menu features Sovel's own signature cocktails as well as classics with a twist, and if hunger strikes, lighter lunch and dinner options are available.

The former library in Medborgarhuset is now home to bars, a restaurant, and a live stage across three floors. Enjoy drinks in the award-winning cocktail bar, which has beautifully preserved 1930s architecture with Art Deco interiors and plants.

GOMA is Sweden's first Asian gastropub and you'll find it in Östermalm. They serve exciting cocktails, often with Asian flavours, and with sweet, salty and sour notes. Drop by for a cocktail before or after dinner, or grab some friends or colleagues for a post-work drink. If you want to make the evening extra special book in to GOMA's karaoke room and belt out a few tunes. 

Forma in Hornstull is passionate about their food, which is French/Asian with Swedish influences. But they can also deliver lively, drink-cocktails-till-3am vibes. The restaurant includes a long bar where bartenders shake up both classic cocktails and ones that pair with the Asian flavours on the menu. Order small dishes and snacks from the bar menu if you want something to nibble on with your drinks. 

Right at the top of Downtown Camper by Scandic, you'll find the hotel's roof bar and wellness area. Sink down into a sofa and sip one of their signature cocktails or mocktails as you admire the spectacular views over Stockholm.

With their colourful cocktail bar on the corner of Stureplan, Hotel Kung Carl has breathed new life into France's exuberant period of history, la belle époque. Drink interesting cocktails made from the hotel's own-produced punsch and listen to jazz. In the evenings there's a party atmosphere with DJs and live music.

In retro-pop premises on Humlegårdsgatan, Supper takes you on a gastronomic journey through South America. They've created an experience for all the senses, inspired by Latin America and the Caribbean. The drinks list includes tropical cocktails with exciting flavour combinations, and from Thursday to Saturday guests can enjoy a drink to the tunes of lounge music spun by DJs. The restaurant offers a large selection of South American dishes, which you're encouraged to share - in true South American spirit.

You'll find this modern bistro on a corner of Skånegatan. Drop-in is the order of the day here, but there are plenty of spaces in the bar and on their mosaic-covered stairs. The bar serves classic cocktails as well as exciting new flavours and Liberdade's own signature drinks which you can enjoy in elegant interiors surrounded by greenery, heavy curtains and mosaics.

The original MAP Petite Maison opened in London in 2015 and now Stockholm has it's own version of the intimate cocktail bar. The bar has just fifteen seats and there's an emphasis on premium cocktails, exclusive spirits and Japanese whisky. Thanks to their great working relationships with some of the world's best distilleries, they boast an impressive range of spirits. They mix up both classic and innovative cocktails with artisanal skills and in arty surroundings.

This intimate and sophisticated little hotel bar is part of the exclusive lifestyle hotel At Six on Brunkebergstorg. Skilled mixologists blend selected cocktails with seasonal ingredients. They also serve a bar menu with large and small dishes if you're peckish.

The rooftop bar on the eighth floor of the Scandic Continental has a special emphasis on cocktails. The skilled bartenders mix up both the bar's own signature drinks and well-known classics. Sip on a cocktail while admiring the view, and if hunger strikes, you can order a few international dishes in various sizes to complement the experience.

Rival at Mariatorget embodies 1930's art deco glamour, complete with sumptuous red velvet decor and shiny brass detailing. The bar is a popular haunt for its artisanal cocktails and relaxed ambiance. The bar is open almost every night with DJs and live shows.

At the Supper family's popular bar and restaurant on Regeringsgatan, the focus is on quality, joy and flavours from all corners of Asia. Immensely popular Asian Post Office interprets Asian flavours, and has become famous for its legendary cocktail made with Thai basil and coconut. The environment is cozy and relaxed, perfect for a date as well as a post-work drink or dinner with a group of friends.

This elegant restaurant from the F12 restaurant group serves up Scandinavian/Asian flair on Stureplan. The theme runs through the entire restaurant, from the menu and interiors to the signature cocktails made with ingredients such as Japanese gin, yuzu and shiitake foam. Take a seat in the comfy armchairs and enjoy a taste of Asia on Stureplan.

Round off the day in modern hotel surroundings in the heart of town. Lykke & Löjromsbaren at the Nordic Light Hotel doesn't just serve food, it also has a bar that's perfect for an evening rendezvous. In keeping with the restaurant's Scandinavian concept, bartenders in the Löjromsbar mix cocktails with Nordic elements, using spirits such as Swedish gin.

Although primarily famous for its meaty offering, Svartengrens' artisanal cocktail bar has also made a name for itself. The minimalist decor and sleek bar pays tribute to its NYC inspirations. Svartengrens’ signature Grapefruit Collins is a real showstopper.

On the street level of this cosy Old Town restaurant there's a cocktail bar, where both classic and own signature cocktails are shaken and stirred. Gin and tonics and coffee cocktails have their own sections on the drinks list, and other specific cocktails are regularly celebrated in the form of a theme week, with exciting variations and lower prices. 

Inspired by 1960s luxury, together with influences from Rio de Janeiro and Havana, the environment at the popular Coquetel Social is buzzy, joyful and fabulous. Head to this cocktail bar, in the middle of Stureplan, next door to Spy Bar nightclub, for a post-work drink with friends, or for an aperitif on your way out into Stockholm's nightlife. In addition to classic cocktails, you can order snacks and medium-sized dishes well into the small hours.

Italienskan is perhaps best known as a relaxed and welcoming restaurant with an emphasis on Italian food and drink. But there's also a cocktail bar here where cocktails with exciting (and not infrequently Italian) flavours are shaken and stirred. Enjoy your drink inside the bar or outside on the outdoor terrace when the weather permits.

Inspired by Japanese pub culture, Lokal Izakaya invites you to a enjoy an Asian-inspired evening. Bartenders shake up ambitious cocktails behind the bar, which is adorned with a large geisha mural, to be enjoyed as they are or with sharing plates and sushi from the kitchen. Come by for a casual weekday post-work drink or an all-nighter; at weekends they join forces with Lemon Bar next door and run a nightclub until the wee hours.

This large restaurant isn't just a sophisticated choice for an excellent meal; it's also a great place to come for a drink in their stylish cocktail bar. Sip on one of their signature cocktail such as "Karamell" or choose one of the bar's "new classics". Perfect for an after-work drink or a special date.

This Mediterranean restaurant doesn't just serve hearty dishes with flavours from both southern and northern Europe, they also shake up pairing cocktails in all the colours of the rainbow. As well as their various signature drinks and seasonal guest appearances, they can mix you up any classic cocktail you fancy. 

The former PUB department store on Hötorget now houses the large Haymarket by Scandic hotel, with its restaurant, café and cocktail bar Americain. The atmosphere is classic hotel bar, with touches of the Caribbean and the film Casablance. Take a seat in one of the velvet armchairs and order a stylish cocktail and perhaps something to snack on.