Guide to cosy restaurants in Östermalm

Guide to cosy restaurants in Östermalm

Looking for a charming, intimate restaurant in Stockholm's most exclusive neighbourhood, Östermalm? It's not the easiest part of town in which to find that perfect little spot as the selection of restaurants is so large. Of course everyone has slightly different ideas about what makes for a really cosy restaurant, but decor and atmosphere are definitely two important criteria. We've rounded up some of our favourite cosy restaurants in Östermalm to help you find the perfect place for you.

In this guide
  1. Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
    1. Aubergine – Popular and friendly
    2. Napolyon – Elegant and relaxed
    3. Grodan – French influences
    4. La Belle Epoque – Mussels, bubbles and jazz
    5. Glashuset – International touch
    6. Rosa – Beer in the basement
    7. JOEL – European-style neighbourhood hangout
    8. Ling Long – Asian flavour experience
    9. Zink – Italian, Zink style
    10. Lisa Elmqvist – Seafood institution
    11. Paraden – Fun and unpretentious
    12. Oxenstiernan – Historic environs
    13. Italiana – A taste of Italy in Siberia
    14. DoMa – Welcome to Viktor and Dorotea's place
    15. Spanjorskan – A Spanish passion for food
    16. Kommendören – New York influences

Cosy restaurants in Östermalm

Restaurant Aubergine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurant Aubergine
Restaurant Aubergine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurant Aubergine

Aubergine

Popular and friendly

Aubergine is a sure thing for anyone looking for a warm, unpretentious atmosphere and food well made from top notch Swedish ingredients. The restaurant is dark and intimate and lit by candlelight in the evenings, making it the perfect spot for a cosy dinner with friends, or a date with someone special.

Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Napolyon Bistro & Bar
Napolyon Bistro & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Napolyon Bistro & Bar

Napolyon

Elegant and relaxed

This neighbourhood restaurant is on one of Östermalm's busiest streets, and it serves French homecooking-style cuisine served with a modern twist. It's often busy and bustling, but still cosy and welcoming, with a relaxed, elegant feel.

Grodan Grev Ture – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Grodan Grev Ture
Grodan Grev Ture – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Grodan Grev Ture
Grodan Grev Ture – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Grodan Grev Ture
Grodan Grev Ture – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Grodan Grev Ture
Grodan Grev Ture – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Grodan Grev Ture
Grodan Grev Ture – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Grodan Grev Ture
Grodan Grev Ture – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Grodan Grev Ture
Grodan Grev Ture – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Grodan Grev Ture
Grodan Grev Ture – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Grodan Grev Ture
Grodan Grev Ture – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Grodan Grev Ture

Grodan

French influences

This classic restaurant has been serving French cuisine, traditional Swedish homecooking and excellent meat dishes for three decades. The restaurant decor, particularly the painted ceiling in the "church" section, makes for an intimate atmosphere ideal for a romantic date.

Bistro La Belle Epoque – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Bistro La Belle Epoque
Bistro La Belle Epoque – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Bistro La Belle Epoque
Bistro La Belle Epoque – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Bistro La Belle Epoque
Bistro La Belle Epoque – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Bistro La Belle Epoque
Bistro La Belle Epoque – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Bistro La Belle Epoque
Bistro La Belle Epoque – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Bistro La Belle Epoque
Bistro La Belle Epoque – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Bistro La Belle Epoque
Bistro La Belle Epoque – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Bistro La Belle Epoque
Bistro La Belle Epoque – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Bistro La Belle Epoque
Bistro La Belle Epoque – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Bistro La Belle Epoque
Bistro La Belle Epoque – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Bistro La Belle Epoque
Bistro La Belle Epoque – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Bistro La Belle Epoque

La Belle Epoque

Mussels, bubbles and jazz

Hotel Kung Carl serves up charming vibes on Stureplan with influences from 19th century France. Eat mussels, their signature dish, sip champagne and listen to live jazz in the hotel's bistro. Don't miss their tucked-away wine bar and colourful cocktail bar.

Glashuset Restaurang & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Glashuset Restaurang & Bar

Glashuset

International touch

Thanks to the fact that Stockholm is built on water, it's not particularly hard to find cosy waterfront restaurants and bars with a nice view in summer - but in winter it's a bit trickier. Regardless of the season, Glashuset sits snugly next to the quayside on Strandvägen and offers lunch, dinner and drinks with a view. The menu consists of smaller and larger dishes made from locally grown and Swedish ingredients, with international and European flavours.

Rosa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Rosa
Rosa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Rosa
Rosa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Rosa
Rosa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Rosa
Rosa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Rosa
Rosa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Rosa
Rosa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Rosa
Rosa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Rosa
Rosa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Rosa
Rosa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Rosa
Rosa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Rosa
Rosa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Rosa

Rosa

Beer in the basement

Atmosphere is extremely important at Rosa; they've created a place where you can laugh or cry at life, come in for a beer, or stay for a sit-down Nordic dinner with good friends. The basement restaurant on Brahegatan is a cosy, unusual little spot with exciting art and concert posters on the walls.

Restaurang JOEL – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang JOEL
Restaurang JOEL – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang JOEL
Restaurang JOEL – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang JOEL
Restaurang JOEL – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang JOEL
Restaurang JOEL – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang JOEL
Restaurang JOEL – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang JOEL
Restaurang JOEL – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang JOEL
Restaurang JOEL – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang JOEL
Restaurang JOEL – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang JOEL
Restaurang JOEL – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang JOEL
Restaurang JOEL – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang JOEL
Restaurang JOEL – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang JOEL

JOEL

European-style neighbourhood hangout

Owner Joel has created a relaxed living room, with European flavours, well-selected ingredients and great wines. Despite the relaxed atmosphere, the kitchen is ambitious and does everything to create a fantastic experience for its guests. There are around forty seats indoors, and an outdoor terrace that's open during the summer months.

Ling Long – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Ling Long
Ling Long – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Ling Long
Ling Long – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Ling Long
Ling Long – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Ling Long
Ling Long – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Ling Long
Ling Long – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Ling Long
Ling Long – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Ling Long
Ling Long – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Ling Long
Ling Long – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Ling Long
Ling Long – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Ling Long

Ling Long

Asian flavour experience

Hankering after modern Asian food, made from the very best Nordic ingredients? Then Ling Long's the perfect spot for you. The restaurant menu is based on Asian-inspired medium sized dishes in creative flavour combinations, divided into the following categories "Cold and raw", "Grilled and crispy", "Steamed" and "Fried". The atmosphere is intimate and the cocktails are creative.

Zink Italian Cuisine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Zink Italian Cuisine
Zink Italian Cuisine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Zink Italian Cuisine
Zink Italian Cuisine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Zink Italian Cuisine
Zink Italian Cuisine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Zink Italian Cuisine
Zink Italian Cuisine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Zink Italian Cuisine
Zink Italian Cuisine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Zink Italian Cuisine
Zink Italian Cuisine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Zink Italian Cuisine
Zink Italian Cuisine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Zink Italian Cuisine
Zink Italian Cuisine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Zink Italian Cuisine
Zink Italian Cuisine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Zink Italian Cuisine
Zink Italian Cuisine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Zink Italian Cuisine
Zink Italian Cuisine – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Zink Italian Cuisine

Zink

Italian, Zink style

Zink is a welcoming neighbourhood restaurant serving its own interpretations of Italian classics. The menu consists of antipasti, primi, secondi and dolci and takes inspiration from all over Italy, such as the family trattorias of Rome, the food markets of Naples and sunny seaside towns along the Amalfi Coast. Even the decor reflects the boot-shaped country, with colourful artwork, wine bottles and glass jars of olives here and there.

Lisa Elmqvist – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Lisa Elmqvist
Lisa Elmqvist – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Lisa Elmqvist
Lisa Elmqvist – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Lisa Elmqvist
Lisa Elmqvist – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Lisa Elmqvist
Lisa Elmqvist – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Lisa Elmqvist
Lisa Elmqvist – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Lisa Elmqvist

Lisa Elmqvist

Seafood institution

Lisa Elmqvist's elegant dining room is tucked away at the far end of Östermalms Saluhall indoor food market. The interiors are as elegant as they are comfortable, with soft sofas, muted lighting and classic details. Pick and choose from dishes such as fish soup, seafood platters and shellfish risotto - all made from the very freshest ingredients the sea has to offer. 

Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Paraden Kvarterskrog & Barservering

Paraden

Fun and unpretentious

Paraden, part of the ever-popular Bockholmengruppen stable of restaurants, is an unpretentious, relaxed neighbourhood restaurant that makes for a great value evening out. Eat on the stairs, in the bar or dining room. O why not climb up to the top floor and grab a pew on the balcony? The menu includes a selection of small dishes, inspired by Mediterannean cuisine.

Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang Oxenstiernan
Restaurang Oxenstiernan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Restaurang Oxenstiernan

Oxenstiernan

Historic environs

Restaurang Oxenstiernan is housed in a beautifully preserved 18th century building in the heart of Östermalm. Its heritage is honoured with a focus on Swedish culinary craftsmanship, with vegetables taking centre stage, accompanied by meat from selected producers and drinks free from additives and pesticides. In its heyday, this property would have had vegetable gardens and livestock. There are no animals grazing here now, but the aim is the same - a tribute to farmers, small-scale producers and dairies. Menus are steered by the seasons and the restaurant's decor also reflects the earthy theme, with natural materials and colour palette. Oxenstiernan aims to be place to inspire all the senses, with art, design, craftsmanship and sustainable gastronomy all coming together under one roof.  

Enoteca Cucina Italiana Birger Jarlsgatan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Enoteca Cucina Italiana Birger Jarlsgatan
Enoteca Cucina Italiana Birger Jarlsgatan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Enoteca Cucina Italiana Birger Jarlsgatan
Enoteca Cucina Italiana Birger Jarlsgatan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Enoteca Cucina Italiana Birger Jarlsgatan
Enoteca Cucina Italiana Birger Jarlsgatan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Enoteca Cucina Italiana Birger Jarlsgatan
Enoteca Cucina Italiana Birger Jarlsgatan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Enoteca Cucina Italiana Birger Jarlsgatan
Enoteca Cucina Italiana Birger Jarlsgatan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Enoteca Cucina Italiana Birger Jarlsgatan

Italiana

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A taste of Italy in Siberia

Enoteca Cucina Italiana in Sibirien serves Italian classics in similarly classic Italian surroundings, complete with red and white checked tablecloths, candles etc. Choose from pasta dishes, pizzas, fish and meat dishes and pair your food with an Aperol spritz, a glass of wine or an Italian craft beer. Come with family, friends or a date.

DoMa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
DoMa
DoMa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
DoMa
DoMa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
DoMa
DoMa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
DoMa
DoMa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
DoMa
DoMa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
DoMa
DoMa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
DoMa
DoMa – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
DoMa

DoMa

Welcome to Viktor and Dorotea's place

At DoMa they create dishes based on seasonal ingredients, some of which come from their own kitchen gardens. The restaurant functions as an extension of the owners' own living room, so the atmosphere is homely and welcoming, relaxed yet ambitious.

Spanjorskan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Spanjorskan
Spanjorskan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Spanjorskan
Spanjorskan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Spanjorskan
Spanjorskan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Spanjorskan
Spanjorskan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Spanjorskan
Spanjorskan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Spanjorskan
Spanjorskan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Spanjorskan
Spanjorskan – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Spanjorskan

Spanjorskan

A Spanish passion for food

Not surprisingly, Spanish cuisine is the order of the day at Spanjorskan ("the Spanish lady"). The restaurant, part of the Bockholmen group, serves up ingredients from more southerly climes and you'll find plenty of tapas and other traditional dishes on the menu. The Spanish feel extends to the decor, with dramatic red walls and simple wooden tables.

Kommendören – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Kommendören
Kommendören – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Kommendören
Kommendören – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Kommendören
Kommendören – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Kommendören
Kommendören – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Kommendören
Kommendören – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Kommendören
Kommendören – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Kommendören
Kommendören – Cosy restaurants in Östermalm
Kommendören

Kommendören

New York influences

The gang behind Kommendören and Vassa Eggen serve their favourite dishes here seven days a week. The menu focuses on flavours from the USA served in New York-inspired bistro surroundings. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and the intimate cocktail bar with someone you like.

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