Stockholm Restaurants

  1. Bistro Ruby & Grill Ruby

    Looking trés Française with its rich red walls and art-salon look, Bistro Ruby boasts Gallic-inspired dishes and a grown-up bar for civilised conversation. Next door, low-key Grill Ruby kicks back with tasty Tex-Mex grub, Big Mama Thornton on the stereo and big American brunches on Saturdays from .

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  2. Hermitage

    All hail herbivorous Hermitage, famed for its cosy laid-back vibe and soulful veggie fare. Everyone from Stockholm students to frazzled tourists come here for global flavours like spicy Moroccan stews and creamy cottage cheese pancakes. Indecisive types can opt for a bit of everything, served high and mighty on a gut-filling plate.

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  3. Kungsholmen

    Owned by celebrity chef Melker Andersson (F12, Grill), this sexed-up food court features six open kitchens cooking up six specialties - soup, sushi, grill, bistro, bread or ice cream. Add a sleek long bar (try a Pumpkin Patch - Havana Club, Especial, sea buckthorn marmalade, lemon juice, sugar and champagne), weekend DJs and a languid lakeside setting, and you'll understand why it's best to book.

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  4. Moderna Museet

    As if the Dalis weren't enough, Moderna Museet has gone and turned itself into a foodie hotspot with its Marge-designed restaurant. Run by celebrity chef Malin Söderström, it's split into the cafeteria-style Brickan (The Tray) and á la carte Duken (The Table Cloth). Both serve sharp, global fare with a side of gorgeous city views. Book ahead for the weekend brunch sessions (noon to Saturday and Sunday).

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  5. Tranan

    Formerly an old beer hall, this simple, stylish place is usually crowded with locals enjoying one of the best neighbourhood restaurants in Stockholm. The menu is well-stocked with simple Swedish fare, as well as some more expensive international dishes. Downstairs a popular bar attracts a young crowd.

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