New Year in Stockholm: how to celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026/2027

Choir performs on stage under fairy lights and red canopy at a Skansen New Year's celebration

At midnight on New Year’s Eve, fireworks go up from streets and parks all over Stockholm, and from the hills of Södermalm you can watch them burst over the water in several directions at once. You can book a special dinner, join a party, celebrate at Skansen, take a cruise, or simply head to one … Read more

Restaurant Tradition Stockholm Review: Traditional Swedish Food in Gamla Stan

Pickled herring trio and a plate of boiled egg, cheese and potatoes at Restaurant Tradition

Tradition offers a retreat from Gamla Stan’s tourist crowds – a quiet courtyard restaurant steps from the Royal Palace where you can experience traditional Swedish cuisine. The menu features several Swedish classics, such as Swedish meatballs, kroppkakor (meat-filled potato dumplings), and cured salmon with creamy dill potatoes, all served in a contemporary Scandinavian setting. They … Read more

Best Julbord in Stockholm: Where to enjoy a Swedish Christmas buffet 2026

Plate of pickled herring varieties, gravlax with mustard sauce and cured meat, a julbord starter selection

Trying a Julbord (Swedish Christmas buffet) is one of the most festive ways to experience Swedish culture in December. From traditional buffets filled with herring, salmon, ham, and meatballs to more modern or international twists, many restaurants in Stockholm put their own spin on the Christmas buffet. Whether you’re looking for a classic setting or … Read more

Knut Regeringsgatan Review: A Taste of Northern Sweden in the Heart of Stockholm

Crispy-skinned fish with apple slices, beetroot and cream sauce, a dish served at Knut Regeringsgatan

Step into Knut and you’ll discover authentic flavors from Sweden’s northern wilderness right in the heart of Stockholm’s Norrmalm district. This restaurant brings Norrland cuisine, the culinary traditions of Sweden’s vast northern region, to the capital with genuine warmth and rustic charm that makes the setting feel both cozy and sophisticated. When is Knut Regeringsgatan … Read more

Konstnärsbaren

A dish at Konstnärsbaren with charred greens, fried battered pieces and beet leaves in a green herb sauce

Konstnärsbaren, or KB as the locals call it, is a restaurant in the Norrmalm district that serves traditional Swedish cuisine. Their menu features typical Swedish dishes such as pickled herring, and Toast Skagen, which is toast with shrimps in mayonnaise. We tried their seasonal menu options of asparagus for starters and the duck, which both … Read more

Best Stockholm restaurants for traditional Swedish food

Collage of traditional Swedish dishes including meatballs, crispbread, herring and cured salmon salad

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. At … Read more

Prinsen restaurant Stockholm

Meatballs at Restaurant Prinsen

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. When is Prinsen open, and how do you book? The restaurant is located in the Norrmalm district, near the shopping street Biblioteksgatan, the business area Stureplan, with its lively … Read more

Tössebageriet – A traditional bakery in Stockholm

Semla pastries at the counter in the Tösse Bakery

Tössebageriet, or just Tösse as the locals call it, is a traditional Swedish bakery and café that has been open since 1920. The bakery is located at Karlaplan in Östermalm and has a charming, old-world atmosphere. It prides itself on using traditional recipes and high-quality ingredients, ensuring an authentic taste of Swedish baking. They serve … Read more