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What should I order at Under Kastanjen - Restaurang & Café?
What to order
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Meatballs
Most frequently recommended across the reviews, with multiple guests calling them fantastic, outstanding, delicious, and a must-order; they’re often praised with traditional sides like cream potatoes, pickled cucumbers, lingonberries, and berries.
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Smash Burger
Recommended several times, including the regular smash burger and the vegan smash burger; reviewers liked it for being tasty and a standout option on the small menu.
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Soup
Mentioned positively by multiple reviewers as delicious and one of the top meals, making it a well-liked choice for a lighter lunch.
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Carrot Cake
Praised as especially moist and memorable, with one reviewer calling it the most moist cake they had ever had.
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Cinnamon Buns
Specifically recommended for fika, with reviewers highlighting them as a great sweet treat at the café.
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Goat Cheese And Honey Sandwich
Called out as a refined and satisfying choice, making it one of the more notable non-meat recommendations.
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Seafood Stew
Recommended by a reviewer who said it paired amazingly with crispy buttery toasts, suggesting it was a standout savory dish.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 10 PM |
About Under Kastanjen - Restaurang & Café
Casual bakery & cafe serving homey, traditional Swedish dishes with house-baked breads & local beer.
Amenities
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Under Kastanjen known for?
It is especially known for Swedish meatballs, often served with mashed potatoes, pickled cucumbers, and lingonberries. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the outdoor seating under the chestnut tree in Gamla Stan and say the food and service make it a standout stop in Stockholm.
What dishes are most recommended at Under Kastanjen?
The most frequently recommended dishes include the meatballs, smash burger, fish stew or seafood stew, and carrot cake. Reviewers also call out the soup, cinnamon buns, and a vegan burger, with several saying the desserts and fika items are especially good.
What is the atmosphere like at Under Kastanjen?
The atmosphere is cozy, quiet, and historic, with a romantic feel in the evening and a distinctive outdoor area beneath the chestnut tree. It seems to suit solo diners, couples, groups, and tourists who want a relaxed meal or fika in Gamla Stan.
Is Under Kastanjen good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is kr 200–300, and reviewers generally describe it as fair for the location in Stockholm's Old Town. Some say it is a bit expensive for what you get, but others note the prices are good for the city center and the quality of the food and service makes it worth it.
When is the best time to visit Under Kastanjen?
Lunch is a strong time to go, since reviewers say they got seated quickly and the service was fast even without a reservation. Evenings also work well if you want the romantic candlelit atmosphere, but the kitchen can close before the dining room does, so late-night arrivals should go earlier.
Is parking available at Under Kastanjen - Restaurang & Café?
Yes. Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Under Kastanjen - Restaurang & Café have vegetarian options?
Yes, Under Kastanjen - Restaurang & Café offers vegan options.
Is Under Kastanjen - Restaurang & Café kid-friendly?
Yes, Under Kastanjen - Restaurang & Café is good for kids.
