15 Apr Stockholm Foodie Guide: 25 Best Restaurants, Cafés & Bars
Stockholm, Sweden is a city that completely surprised me with its incredible food scene. I expected some great Swedish classics, but I didn’t expect to find some of the best sushi, dumplings, burgers, and cocktails I’ve ever had! Eating my way through the city was half the fun of being in this city.
If you’re planning a trip to Stockholm and wondering where to eat, I’ve done all the research (and taste-testing) for you. Whether you’re looking for the best restaurants in Stockholm for a special night or casual spots for the rest of the time, this guide is packed with my personal recommendations of places I would 100% go back to.
Let’s dig in!
Best Restaurants in Stockholm
Stockholm is packed with amazing places to eat, from unique fine dining experiences to cozy neighborhood gems. Below are the places I personally loved and highly recommend. You can even see some of these places on my YouTube video I made while I was there.
Michelin-Starred & Fine Dining in Stockholm
⭐ Ekstedt (Michelin Star)– This place almost left me speechless. The entire menu is cooked over a wood fire, and you actually get a behind-the-scenes look in the kitchen before dinner starts. It’s a full experience and SO worth it. If you enjoy wine, definitely get the wine pairing. If you don’t, the non-alcoholic pairing was also amazing.
Restaurang Hantverket – I found this gem on my second to last day, and I almost cried thinking about all the meals I could have had there. Every dish made me say, “That’s perfect.” They focus on seasonal products, but if you can get the potato dumplings and the herring snack, DO IT. The risotto and the beef tartar were also amazing. 10/10
Restaurant Operakällaren – A historic fine dining restaurant with an elegant, old-world charm. If you want a meal that feels luxurious and special, this is it.
Portal – One of the best meals of my trip. If you go, make sure to confirm your reservation when they send the follow-up email! Love the vibe and the food is just amazing.
Best Swedish Restaurants in Stockholm
If you want to eat like a local, start here.
Meatballs for the People – A super popular spot (go early!), but THE place for Swedish meatballs. The sampler plate lets you try different kinds—highly recommended!
Restaurant Pelikan – Classic Swedish food in a beautiful historic space. The meatballs were solid, but the service was just okay. Still worth it for the atmosphere!
Lisa Elmqvist (Inside Östermalms Saluhall) – This family-run seafood restaurant has been around for four generations. If you love seafood, the Toast Skagen (shrimp salad on toast) & Gravad Lax (cured salmon) are MUSTS. There will likely be a line, but it’s worth the short wait.
Östermalms Saluhall – This famous food market is worth visiting, even if just to wander around and admire all the fresh produce, seafood, and cheeses.
Don’t forget to spend a little time looking for the right place to stay. We stayed at the Haymarket by Scandic which was really centrally located, had a great bar on the top floor, and the best breakfast I’ve had at a hotel.
Casual Eats & Affordable Restaurants in Stockholm
For when you want something easy but still amazing.
BOO Burgers & Barbecue City – We went here way too many times (seriously). Burgers = great. BBQ sliders = amazing. Milkshakes = dangerous.
Yo! Sushi Ramen – Surprisingly good ramen at a fair price. Solid dumplings too!
BOX & BOTTLE – We went multiple times. Fresh sushi, poke bowls, and bubble tea. The salmon was always so fresh and delicious. Now, they have two locations!
Best International Restaurants in Stockholm
When you want something different but delicious
Restaurant Waipo – Best dumplings I had in Stockholm. Also, they have a robot that delivers food to the bar, which, honestly, is just fun!
⭐Sushi Sho (Michelin Star) – A must if you love sushi! It’s a 90-minute Omakase meal, and you can get extra bites at the end (worth it).
Tak – A Scandinavian-Asian fusion restaurant with a rooftop view that’s hard to beat.
Machi Machi Stockholm – The perfect spot to get your bubble tea fix and it was featured on Uncle Roger!
Best Cafés & Bakeries in Stockholm for Fika
“Fika” = Swedish coffee + pastries, and I am here for it.
Fabrique – This was the first cinnamon bun I had in Stockholm, and I still dream about it. There are a few locations around the city, so there’s probably one near wherever you area staying.
Valhallabageriet – Everyone says this is THE place for cinnamon buns, and they’re not wrong. It’s hard to rank them, so if you get to either of these, you’ll be happy.
Vete-Katten – Get the Princess Cake here! It’s raspberry, sponge cake, pastry cream, whipped cream, and topped with green fondant. So fun!
Café Kladdkakan – If you like brownie batter, you will love their Kladdkaka. Get the whipped cream with it because that was the number one comment I got when I posted a video about it!
Krümel Cookies & Crumbs – I ran out of time and didn’t make it here, but it’s top of my list for next time because I LOVE a good cookie. They are known for using high quality ingredients that make the best cookie.
Best Cocktail Bars & Speakeasies in Stockholm
For a fun night out!
MAP Petite Maison – Great cocktails and a massive selection of Japanese whiskey.
Röda Huset – A cool, modern vibe, but stick to the menu because their pre-mixed cocktails are the best.
Hernö Gin Bar – If you love gin, you will LOVE this place.
Pharmarium – A speakeasy in one of the most popular squares in the city!
Lucy’s Flower Shop – A hidden speakeasy. You have to find and open a random door to get in and the staff was incredible.
Stockholm blew me away with its amazing food and drink scene. Stockholm is one of Europe’s best cities for foodies, and I barely scratched the surface. From Michelin-starred meals to cozy cafés and trendy bars, this city knows how to do food right. I hope this guide helps you find some incredible places to eat!
