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What to order
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Swedish Meatballs
Most frequently praised dish in the reviews. Guests repeatedly call them the best they’ve had, describing them as tender, juicy, flavorful, comforting, and well paired with mashed potatoes, gravy, and lingonberry sauce.
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Reindeer
Recommended multiple times as a standout starter. Reviewers describe it as absolutely delicious, incredibly tender, full of flavor, and especially memorable when served cold-smoked with lingonberry cream and flatbread.
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Salmon
Mentioned often in different forms, including butter-fried, salt-cured, and simply salmon dishes. It’s praised for being delicious, outstanding, fresh, and well-sauced, with several reviewers highlighting it as a highlight of the meal.
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Herring
Frequently recommended as part of the traditional Swedish menu. Reviewers say it was delicious, fresh, and especially good in both starter form and herring gratin, making it a strong choice for an authentic Swedish experience.
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Swedish Sausage
Mentioned as part of the traditional mains and generally well-liked for its hearty, classic Swedish character. It appears in several positive reviews alongside other popular dishes, showing it is a common and recommended menu item.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 10 PM |
About Stockholms Gästabud
Laid-back restaurant serving hearty, traditional home cooking in snug surroundings.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Stockholms Gästabud known for?
It is best known for Swedish meatballs, which reviewers repeatedly call some of the best in Stockholm. People also highlight the fish soup, pickled herring, reindeer, and pork cheek as standout traditional dishes.
What dishes are most recommended at Stockholms Gästabud?
The most recommended items are the Swedish meatballs, often served with mashed potatoes, lingonberries, and pickled cucumbers, plus the fish soup, herring appetizer, reindeer starter, and pork cheek. Reviewers also mention the sausage, salmon, and apple pie as worthwhile choices.
What is the atmosphere like at Stockholms Gästabud?
The vibe is cozy, quiet, historic, and romantic, with a small dining room that feels warm and homey. Reviewers say it suits couples, solo diners, and small groups who do not mind a close, intimate setting.
Is Stockholms Gästabud good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, many reviewers say the food and wine are reasonably priced for the area, with main courses reported around 250 to 350. The portions are described as generous, and many guests feel the quality of the meatballs and other classics makes the wait and price worthwhile.
How long is the wait at Stockholms Gästabud?
A wait is common because the restaurant does not accept reservations, and reviews mention lines or waits of about 10 to 40 minutes, with some guests getting seated quickly by chance. If you want a smoother visit, arriving early can help, especially for dinner in the busy Gamla Stan area.
Is parking available at Stockholms Gästabud?
Yes. Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Stockholms Gästabud have vegetarian options?
Yes, Stockholms Gästabud offers vegetarian options.
