The site for frequent poetry readings, beer tastings and wine and cheese events, this Swedish and Mediterranean restaurant opened in 2009 in the heart of stylish SoFo. The location has it all: bar, café, bakery and delicatessen and sidewalk terrace. The bakery is well known for its freshly baked sourdough bread, wide assortment of pastries and other breads. The deli stocks cheeses, sausages, meats, shellfish and more. The restaurant’s Swedish/international menu is filled with produce from their deli. They don't accept reservations, so you might have to wait for a table at the bar, a great place to people watch.

Fotografiska, in a former custom house, is one of the world’s largest centers for contemporary photography. Opened in 2010, its accompanying restaurant recently won a prestigious Gold Dragon Award, bestowed by the newspaper “Dagens Nyheter” to the best restaurants in Stockholm. The non-traditional menu places an emphasis on vegetables. For example, baked yellow onion with organic mushroom ragu, crispy Jerusalem artichoke and truffles comes with a side of lamb from Vålnäs. While Chef Paul Svensson’s menu focuses on the green and seasonal, the restaurant’s large picture windows afford diners one of Stockholm's most beautiful views overlooking the inlet to Stockholm, Djurgården, Skeppsholmen and Old Town.

The Swedish translation for Old Amsterdam, this cheese shop and cheese bar may be the coziest place in Södermalm. A cheese-lover’s paradise, the fragrance of cheese hits you at the door. Cheese wheels are stacked floor to ceiling. A cozy bar area has room for 12 seated guests, while the back showcases the cheese counter. Customers are encouraged to sample cheeses before ordering. In addition to various cheese boards, the menu includes a goat cheese salad, soups, open-faced sandwiches and grilled sandwiches. Most popular are the Parmesan soup with warm cherry tomatoes and thyme and the grilled sourdough sandwich with Stilton blue mold, fig jam, spinach leaves and walnuts. The bar has a good selection of wine and beer. For the optimal taste experience, let the staff recommend what to drink with your meal.

Named after the chemical symbol for silver, this New York-style eatery is set on the second floor of an old silver factory on Kungsholmen. The sophisticated minimalistic interior reflects the venue's industrial past with concrete floors, tiled walls and leather and brass details. A carnivore’s dream, huge glass-front cabinets display dry-aged Swedish, American and Scottish beef. The meat-centric menu includes a porterhouse for two, osso bucco for four, specialty cuts from local butchers, wagyu beef, heavily marbled rib eye and a maxed out hamburger created by Chef Johan Jureskog. Despite its reputation as the best place for meat in Stockholm, fish and vegetarian options are offered. AG's bar is a popular haunt, boasting artisanal cocktails and an extensive wine list.

A Stockholm institution dating to 1897, this old-world eatery originally was a beer hall that transformed into the city’s first seafood restaurant. Spanning several bars, private dining rooms and quirky decorative touches, Sturehof is known for its classic and creative Swedish and French cuisine highlighting seafood dishes with international influences. Many of the items featured on the menu – bouillabaisse, grilled Baltic herring, turbot with browned butter and a daily selection of Swedish traditional fare – date to the restaurant’s early days. Set on the south side of the Stureplan in the center of Stockholm’s entertainment precinct, the al fresco section in summer is the place to see and be seen. A large etched Labouret glass screen separates the restaurant and the bar, which pours more than 40 wines by the glass. The cellar stores more than 600 wines. 

Open since May 2007 at the Grand Hôtel in Stockholm, this vibrant restaurant and modern, funky bistro with stylish design furniture is known for its creative, contemporary cooking. Based on fresh seasonal produce, the menu changes up to twice a day and each dish is prepared and delivered within 7 minutes. If available, don’t miss the mushroom dumplings with shredded truffles in a salty citrus sauce and the braised pork belly steamed buns. Veggie fans rave about the beet root and Jerusalem artichoke purée. Dessert lovers will delight in the complimentary petit fours. While tables go quickly and reservations are recommended, a few seats are kept available at the bar for drop-ins. Note: The restaurant and bistro, celebrating its 10th anniversary, is scheduled to close Dec. 22, 2016, for extensive renovations. 

Burger Bistro have two restaurants, one in Märsta and one in Upplands Väsby. Both are at the end of the commuter line near Arlanda Airport. But thanks to their hype, they attract visitors from central Stockholm — and for good reason. They serve their juicy burgers in a high quality fluffy bun.

So yes, getting there can take a while, but the generous pricing from 95 SEK and their weekly special burger makes it well worth the trip. If you’re really hungry, you can add an extra patty for 39 SEK, and if you want to try something different, they also have a burger salad on their menu.

The luxurious burger from the cocktail bar Tweed in Old Town is simply amazing. It consists of 200 grams of charcoal-grilled perfection, combined with a brioche bun, pancetta, manchego cheese and truffle mayonnaise.

However, the deliciousness comes with a hefty price of 225 SEK, but it’s worth every krona. You need to try their splendid drinks as well, because this is one of the best cocktail bars in town. The seating — mainly consisting of lovely chesterfield chairs — is limited, so we’d recommend you make reservations well in advance to guarantee a table.

This is not an everyday burger, but if you’re visiting Stockholm and want to treat yourself, you can’t go wrong visiting Tweed.

Bertha’s began life as a bright yellow Land Rover serving sourdough pizza at festivals and events, before setting up its first brick-and-mortar site in Wapping Wharf. Head through the yellow doors and take a seat upstairs, from where you can gaze down on Bertha - the hand-built Neapolitan pizza oven at the heart of the restaurant. At 500°C, Bertha cooks pizza in just 60 seconds, which results in a soft, pillowy dough with a subtly sour flavor that allows the toppings to shine. Seasonality is key for Bertha’s menu, with recent stars including beetroot, figs and chard. This seasonal fruit and veg is paired with cured meats and delicate cheeses, often crowned with a flourish of oils, herbs or nuts. For the latest delicious flavors, try one of the specials, such as potato, leek and rosemary, and finish off a scoop (or two) of the homemade ice cream. 

Phil's Burger is a chain with several locations in the Stockholm area, with a sleek Scandinavian interior design with a lot of marble details. They have a small, but good selection of burgers, and we recommend trying “Double Phil's” together with their crisp, double-fried fries if you visit them during lunch hours. Note that the menu changes somewhat during dinner hours and more burgers varieties are available, most noticeable their “Crispy Truffle Burger.”

During lunch hours, it’s usually a bit crowded, so it’s a safer bet to visit them after 4 p.m. to avoid the worst queues. The price is mid-range and the burgers prices go from 100 SEK to 160 SEK.