Bistro Barbro

Bistro Barbro is a hip venue featuring a Japanese bistro, plus a trendy bar and an art-house cinema.

• Web:

  bar-bro.se/en

• E-mail:

  info@bar-bro.se

• Address:

  Hornstulls Strand 13, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 8 550 602 66

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Thu 5pm–11pm, Fri & Sat 5pm–12:30am, Sun 5pm–9pm, Mon closed

Brasserie Le Rouge

Brasserie Le Rouge is a sophisticated cellar restaurant adorned with lavish red and gold accents, offering a refined dining experience featuring exquisite French cuisine and an extensive selection of wines.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/lerougesthlm

• Address:

  Brunnsgränd 2-4, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 73 573 16 32

• Opening hours:

  Wed–Sat 6pm–1am

Den Gyldene Freden

In a medieval basement in the Old Town, you’ll find this classic restaurant. It is owned by the Swedish Academy, which selects the Nobel Prize for literature. Legend has it that many Nobel prizes have been decided at the Academy’s regular table here. The menu offers big names in classic Swedish cooking, nowadays with interesting contemporary touches.

• Web:

  gyldenefreden.se

• E-mail:

  info@gyldenefreden.se

• Address:

  Österlånggatan 51, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 8 24 97 60

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat noon–11pm, Sun closed

Ekstedt

At the heart of Niklas Ekstedt's culinary vision lies a kitchen where food is prepared using the original methods over an open flame. The exceptional quality and artisanal excellence that characterises Ekstedt's other restaurants are also present here, along with a deep appreciation for the origins of ingredients and the essence of Scandinavian cuisine. The restaurant exudes a warm, rustic ambiance, crafted with natural materials that create a welcoming atmosphere.

• Web:

  ekstedt.nu

• E-mail:

  info@ekstedt.nu

• Address:

  Humlegårdsgatan 17, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 8 611 12 10

• Opening hours:

  Wed–Fri 5:30pm–1am; Sat 4pm–1am; Sun, Mon & Tue closed

Hermitage

Hermitage offers a famous and affordable all-you-can-eat buffet based on vegetarian and vegan dishes. The cuisine is international and includes curry stews, falafel, pasta gratin, and tortillas. Located in the Old Town, it is a perfect spot to fill your tummy before continuing a sightseeing day in Stockholm.

• Web:

  hermitage.gastrogate.com

• E-mail:

  info@greenhermitage.se

• Address:

  Stora Nygatan 11, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 08 411 95 00

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 11am–8pm, Sat & Sun noon–8pm

La Neta

La Neta is a small chain that offers affordable Mexican food, such as tacos and quesadillas, in its cantina-style restaurants. With two branches located in Norrmalm and Södermalm, they proudly claim to be Stockholm's first authentic taqueria. Despite the bustling atmosphere and frequent crowds, the experience is well worth the wait.

• Web:

  laneta.se

• E-mail:

  info@laneta.se

• Address:

  Barnhusgatan 2, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 08 411 58 80

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 11am–9pm, Sat noon–9pm, Sun noon–8pm

A Guide to Stockholm's Nightlife

Stureplan In Stockholm, Stureplan is the symbol of luxury and indulgence. This is where the young, rich, famous, and trendy hang out. Lines are long for the most popular clubs, and many have selective entry. Arrive early. Södermalm Rock, reggae, rockabilly, bohemian, electronic, gay, or lesbian. Södermalm blends all styles. This is a more relaxed, less expensive alternative to the luxury of Stureplan. Nightlife spots are primarily in Slussen, Mariatorget, Nytorget, and Medborgarplatsen. Gamla Stan Nightlife in Gamla Stan is characterised by small, intimate pubs with traditional interiors. Here you will find several bars with an older scene and offering live music; bars with a younger crowd have popped up in recent years. LGBTQ Stockholm has no specifically gay neighbourhood. Here you can show your love openly. Locales flying rainbow flags are sprinkled throughout the city, but most gay bars, clubs, and restaurants are in Gamla Stan and Södermalm.

• Web:

  www.visitstockholm.com/eat-drink/nightlife/stockholm-nightlife

Casino Cosmopol

Stockholm’s international Casino offers a wide range of games, including table games like roulette, blackjack, and poker, as well as an array of slot machines. Guests can indulge in fine dining at the casino's restaurant and enjoy live entertainment events throughout the year.

• Web:

  casinocosmopol.se

• Address:

  Kungsgatan 65, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 20 21 92 19

• Opening hours:

  Sun–Thu 1pm–2am, Fri & Sat 1pm–4am

Cliff Barnes

Cliff Barnes serves food from all over the world, with a focus on American cuisine. This small place is always full of people on the weekends and offers a lively, cheerful atmosphere. Around 11pm, the restaurant becomes a nightclub playing mostly dance band music and 70s hits.

• Web:

  www.cliff.se

• E-mail:

  info@cliff.se

• Address:

  Norrtullsgatan 45, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 8 31 80 70

Fasching

Fasching is a renowned jazz club in Stockholm’s city centre, which has held its doors open for international acts and jazz music since 1977. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere and a solid choice of Nordic dishes at this popular venue. The restaurant opens two hours prior to concerts. Check in advance for more details.

• Web:

  www.fasching.se/in-english

• E-mail:

  info@fasching.se

• Address:

  Kungsgatan 63, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 8 20 00 66

Golden Hits

If you're a fan of pop hits and karaoke, Golden Hits is the ideal place for you. Here you can enjoy a cheery disco atmosphere with décor that takes you back in time. There are often long lines on the weekends, so get there early.

• Web:

  goldenhits.se

• E-mail:

  info@showtic.se

• Address:

  Kungsgatan 29, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 771 13 43 00

• Opening hours:

  Fri & Sat 7pm–3am

Huset Under Bron

When the colder months of the year arrive, the revellers from Trädgården move to its winter counterpart — Huset Under Bron (House Under the Bridge). This club features indie, house, and electronic music, as well as a bar area upstairs. If you want to grab dinner before partying, check out their in-house vegan restaurant Växthuset.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/underbron

• E-mail:

  info@husetunderbron.se

• Address:

  Hammarby Slussväg 2, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 8 644 20 23

• Opening hours:

  Fri & Sat 10pm–5am

Chaikhana

During the colder seasons, indulging in afternoon tea has become a prominent trend in Stockholm. For an exceptional experience, look no further than Chaikhana, a tea house nestled in the historic Old Town. Here, you can enjoy a variety of first-class teas sourced from different corners of the globe, accompanied by high-class savouries and pastries in an early 20th-century colonial-style setting.

• Web:

  www.chaikhana.se

• E-mail:

  info@chaikhana.se

• Address:

  Svartmangatan 23, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 8 24 45 00

Chokladkoppen

Chokladkoppen is a cosy little café at idyllic Stortorget Square, not far from the Royal Palace in the medieval Old Town, serving exquisite sandwiches and pastries. During the summer, there's a popular alfresco area.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/kaffekoppen_chokladkoppen

• Address:

  Stortorget 18, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 8 20 31 70

• Opening hours:

  Daily 10am–10pm

Drop Coffee

Drop Coffee is a small, independent coffee roastery offering alongside their specialty coffees, a delectable array of sandwiches and pastries. The venue boasts a charming terrace, allowing patrons to enjoy their treats in the open air. There's also a shop on-site, providing visitors with the opportunity to take home their favorite coffee beans.

• Web:

  www.dropcoffee.com

• E-mail:

  info@dropcoffee.se

• Address:

  Wollmar Yxkullsgatan 10, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 70 777 94 88

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 8am–6pm, Sat & Sun 10am–5pm

Flickorna Helin

A charming café in a secluded and leafy setting with a large and very popular selection of baked goods. The castle-like building is located along the pedestrian path on Djurgården, and it’s a splendid place for lunch or a coffee break between visits to Skansen, the Vasa Museum, and other nearby attractions.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/flickornahelin

• E-mail:

  info@flickornahelin.se

• Address:

  Rosendalsvägen 14, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 8 664 51 08

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 9am–5pm, Sun 10am–5pm

Gildas Rum

The décor of Gildas Rum is stylishly kitschy, with muted red and gold tones. The bookshelf pattern on the wallpaper and the comfy armchairs lend the feeling of an old-fashioned reading room. The selection of home-baked goodies is popular, as well as the fresh lunch menu. Situated in the Bohemian SoFo neighbourhood, Gildas Rum is a popular spot that offers outdoor seating during the summertime, making it an ideal destination for relaxation and people-watching.

• Web:

  gildasrum.se

• Address:

  Skånegatan 79, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 72 025 17 30

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 8am–9pm, Sat & Sun 9am–9pm

Kafé 44

Kafé 44 is an anarchist bookstore, concert venue and café all in one. It is located in the buzzing Katarina neighbourhood in Södermalm and offers affordable vegan cuisine in their Dagfiket café. At Scen44, they organise concerts twice a week – with no limits in genre or age. If you want to read or buy books, Bokhandeln INFo is ready for you. All in all, Kafé 44 is a unique place with a lot of history, so do not hesitate if you want to experience one of Stockholm’s alternative hubs.

• Web:

  kafe44.org

• Address:

  Tjärhovsgatan 46, Stockholm

• Phone:

  +46 08 644 53 12