The best archipelago restaurants in and around Stockholm

The restaurant next to Strömma canal on the island of Värmdö has a wonderful waterfront al fresco dining area where you can enjoy the summer without straying too far from the city. If it rains there's also a glass veranda to shelter under. Classic archipelago dishes such as Toast Skagen, as well as more international flavours, are the order of the day.

Fjäderholmarna, the "feather islands", are just a short boat ride from the city centre. After a stroll around the charming island with its craft shops and bathing spots it's time for a well-deserved dinner by the jetty. Fjäderholmarnas Krog serves various fish and shellfish dishes, as well as other archipelago-inspired classics.

Dykarbaren, on Sandhamn's harbourfront, has been regarded as one of the best restaurants in the archipelago for many years. The menu includes the house burger and other classics. Eat in the dining room or on the outdoor dining area with views over the harbour, or drop by for a cocktail or a beer.

Djurönäset's summer restaurant is open from midsummer until the middle of August and bathes in glorious evening sun. Well-known musicians play live on the jetty each week, perfect if you're looking for a lively atmosphere to go with your meal.

Bullandö Korg is located in eastern Sweden's largest marina, and you can watch the busy boatlife from the restaurant. Drop by for a relaxed dinner or a glass of chilled white on the large veranda. The menu includes archipelago classics and they arrange regular live music performances on the jetty.

You'll find this eponymous restaurant in Jungfrusund bay on the island of Ekerö in Lake Mälaren. They stay open all year round, serving lunch, dinner and brunch in intimate, inviting surroundings. During the summer months, the harbourfront jetty is the place to sit and eat and enjoy the views, while during the winter you can creep inside and warm up with a bowl of bouillabaisse or some other tasty dish.

Idöborg is located only an hour's boat ride from Stockholm city, and welcomes day visitors as well as overnight guests. At the island's summer restaurant, Strandbaren, you can enjoy a close-to-nature meal with flavours from both Scandinavia and the Mediterranean. In December, they lay out a Christmas table with classic flavours and elements from nearby producers.

This popular restaurant is set in beautiful archipelago surroundings and the emphasis is on unpretentious, seasonal cooking. Combine your meal with wine from a small producer or microbrewed beer. If you book well in advance you can also spend the night in one of Svartsö Logi's luxurious glamping tents.

Grinda Wärdshus serves classic fish and meat dishes in the heart of the Stockholm archipelago. Their more casual bistro restaurant, Framfickan, on the waterfront serves simple lunches and dinners in the evening sun. Combine with a night in the hotel if you want a complete experience.

With both al fresco dining and open fires, Utö's intimate inn is a great destination at all times of year. The inn's bar and dining room serves lunch and dinner. They also have various accommodation options if you want to stay the night.

Barely half an hour outside the city you'll find this spacious art exhibition space beautifully situated among the smooth rocks and Scots pines of the inner archipelago. There's a popular café on the ground floor, which uses organic, locally-produced food wherever possible. Combine your meal with exciting exhibitions, activities and stunning views over the waters of Baggensfjärden.

The distinguished mansion was built in 1810 and is today a hotel with a restaurant, golf course and tennis courts. The hotel's archipelago restaurant serves brasserie dishes alongside drinks such as own-produced brännvin and beer. They put on a programme of intimate live performances by famous Swedish artists each summer.

Enjoy a seasonal lunch made from sustainable ingredients while you take in the views over the waters of Vaxholmssundet from Bistro Magasinet's roof terrace. Magasinet has a holistic concept including a restaurant, interiors shop and yoga centre, making it a great destination for a day trip in summer or winter.

This rustic bistro and bar is housed in the old dockyard on Djurö island. Eat a lazy lunch on the jetty or make the most of the Swedish summer light with a long al fresco dinner. The menu includes Swedish classics and more international dishes. The restaurant also has a party venue which is popular for weddings, parties and more.

In the summer of 2019, hotel owner and restaurateur Pelle Lydmar took over the archipelago restaurant on Fejan in the northern archipelago. Their mission is for guests to relax and enjoy a nautical nature experience. The entire operation is run with great respect for nature and the environment.

Coffee on the deck or a cosy dinner in country-style surroundings among old lamps and wooden details - you'll find both at Finnhamns Krog. The feel is classic and they serve lunch and dinner in the summer. The restaurant also has a roof bar if you want to make a night of it.

How does a cosy dinner on a pontoon, with candlelight and old sails hanging from the ceiling, sound? If that sounds up your street, a visit to Båthuset Krog & Bar is a must. Go onboard in Sigtuna harbour and enjoy European classics as you float with views over the waters.

Bistro Lillströmma aims to be an unpretentious, easy-going restaurant where everyone feels welcome. In terms of food, the focus is on Swedish home cooking along with international favourite dishes such as pasta, salads and burgers. They also serve a large selection of affordable pizza, which is best enjoyed with a cold beer and a view of the sparkling waters of the Strömma canal.

Just thirty minutes outside town you'll find Holmen Kök & Bar on a jetty, boasting the best evening sun in Saltsjöbaden. Come to soak up some island atmosphere, without having to travel by boat. Local regulars and city dwellers all find their way here, so expect plenty of fellow diners on sunny summer evenings.

At the far end of Ingarö island, you can get to Björkvik by car or boat. Eat and drink, or take a dip from the beach outside. During the summer months, Stockholmers and tourists alike come here to enjoy a sophisticated but laid-back meal with classic Swedish flavours and Japanese elements.

You'll find the smaller island of Lökholmen just a stone's throw from Sandhamn. Restaurang Trollgården is a small, friendly spot serving lunch and dinner. Enjoy the garden and sea views as you tuck into everything from fresh prawns and salads to grilled fish and meat.

Gällnö bar is basically on the water, in harmonious surroundings where you enjoy good food and drink with the sound of water lapping at the jetty. Take a seat and sip a glass of wine or cool off with a cold beer before you order from the seasonal menu. You can also choose to sit in the garden, and don't miss Gällnö café, Gällnö store and Gällnö youth hostel.