When visiting Stockholm, be sure to sample some traditional Swedish food. The city offers a variety of restaurants to suit every budget. Here’s a list of our favorite spots to enjoy classic Swedish dishes. Whether you’re in the mood for hearty meatballs or fresh seafood, these restaurants showcase the best of Sweden’s culinary heritage. Tradition … Read more
Bitza, located in the area Hornstull in Stockholm’s Södermalm district, has a focus on Middle Eastern mezes and cuisine, particularly Palestinian-inspired pizzas known as “bitza”. The restaurant has a cozy and hipster vibe, making it a popular spot amongst locals in the Södermalm/Hornstull area. The menu includes a variety of mezes, such as hummus, au … Read more
Raw Sushi & Grill serves sushi and a variety of skewers, steaks and other grilled dishes. The restaurant is known for its fusion-style dishes that combine traditional Japanese ingredients with contemporary culinary techniques. They serve a variety of sushi and sashimi, and one of their signature dishes is the crispy salmon, served with a kimchi … Read more
It’s no secret that Stockholmers love their pizza. The city offers many options, from cozy neighborhood pizzerias with a more Swedish twist (such as Kebab or Hawaii pizzas) to upscale restaurants serving classic Italian style pizzas. Many pizzerias in Stockholm have created their own spin on the traditional Italian pizza, resulting in a delightful Swedish-Italian … Read more
If you have a bit of a sweet tooth and enjoy brunch STHLM Brunch Club might be the place for you. They do however also serve healthier, and less sugary, options. The restaurant opened in 2015, and has become a popular place to visit especially on the weekends. As the name suggests this is all … Read more
Hermans is a vegan restaurant known for their large vegan buffet and their barbecue events. The restaurant overlooks the water above the harbor Stadsgårdhamnen, in the Södermalm district. It has a relaxed and cozy atmosphere, with indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor terrace is particularly popular during the warmer months. One of the standout features … Read more
Pas d’Art is one of the newest restaurants on the shopping street, Biblioteksgatan. The menu includes a range of options from seafood and meat dishes to vegetarian choices. The menu is a mix of European dishes and international influences. Dishes vary from pasta, to meat and a variety of seafood dishes such as grilled fish, … Read more
The restaurant Prinsen (or the Prince, in Swedish) blends traditional Swedish cuisine and French cuisines. This is a good place to try some classic Swedish dishes. The restaurant is located in the Östermalm district, near the shopping street Biblioteksgatan, the business area Stureplan, with its lively nightlife, and not far from the theatre Dramaten. It … Read more
Last updated: September 7, 2025 A Japanese Izakaya in Stockholm Stepping into Miyakodori gave us the feeling of entering a cozy Tokyo neighborhood izakaya. This authentic Japanese restaurant brings the casual, social dining culture of Japan to Sweden’s capital, offering visitors an opportunity to experience genuine izakaya-style dining with expertly prepared small plates and an … Read more
A Japanese ramen restaurant in the old town The ramen restaurant Stiernan Ramen is really a hidden gem in the middle of the historic old town (Gamla stan), in Stockholm. The interior of the restaurant goes hand in hand with its simplicity in their menu. They simply serve one dish – ramen with chicken broth … Read more
