The best lunch restaurants in Stockholm

Contemporary all-inclusive concept

Broms' contemporary concept combines restaurant, delicatessen and bakery and is the neighbourhood haunt of choice. The kitchen draws inspiration from France, Asia and Sweden. The lunch menu offers French farm chicken, meat dishes, salads and light dishes.

A classic institution

Regulars have been pouring into this modern classic since the late 80's. The open kitchen serves traditional, robust fare with Swedish undertones in a sophisticated setting. Lunch is a particularly popular alternative - perfect for lunch meetings.

Central eccentricity

This eccentrically decorated, thematic restaurant fuses influences from around the world. The rustic lunch buffet offers fish and meat with healthy sides such as salads, legumes and root vegetables. The numerous rooms offer respite from the bustling city.

Eco-friendly sophistication

Nalen is an eco-certified neighbourhood restaurant on Regeringsgatan boasting a seasonal menu with emphasis on Swedish classic. This sophisticated restaurant is ideal for a working lunch with colleagues and business partners. Book a private room for a more intimate rendez vous.

Fab fast food

The mega ambitious "food stage" in Ringen shopping centre gathers some of the best chefs in Sweden under the same roof, serving fast food at reasonable prices. You'll find Daniel Roos' patisserie and Adam & Albin's noodle bar here, among others.

Authentic French bistro

Brasserie Balzac in Vasastan is open for lunch every weekday. Pop by and enjoy garlic-gratinated snails or an omelette à la minute. The lunch menu is extensive and filled to the brim with favourite French classic dishes.

Firm favourite

This popular neighbourhood restaurant on Linnégatan has been around since the Nineties. They serve lunch dishes to suit vegetarians, business lunchers and other lunch guests. The lunch menu includes classic Swedish dishes that change weekly, alongside their regular options.

Gotland success story

Crêperie & Logi in Vasastan serves substantial galettes and sweet crêpes for lunch. The restaurant has its roots in Gotland, but its culinary influences come from both France and Sweden.

Östermalm gem

Just a short walk from Stureplan and Nybroviken, you'll find Artilleriet. Come by for a relaxed lunch among the stone vaults of the Army Museum. On Tuesday to Friday they serve an à la carte menu at lunchtime, along with selected dishes every day. The emphasis is on Swedish cuisine, with influences from all over the world. Dogs are welcome at Artilleriet.

Contemporary food court

K25 is a central and modern food court combining culinary flavours from around the world. Can't decide what you are in the mood for? K25 offers everything from burgers to dumplings, baked goods, pizza and Asian street food. You can either eat on-site or grab a takeaway from for example Hattori Sushi Devil, Lilla Vigårda or Beijing8.

Lunch for all occasions

A stone's throw from Stureplan, Vassa Eggen is perfect for working lunches as well as lunch dates with friends and family. Right on Birger Jarlsgatan, close to Humlegården park, the restaurant has a dining room and outdoor dining area for when the mercury rises. The à la carte menu includes lots of grilled fish and meat dishes and their specials menu is updated weekly.

Popular spot in Hötorgshallen

Popular sushi, tuna steak and noodle soup are among the dishes served at this busy lunch bar in Hötorgshallen indoor food hall. Ambitions are a notch higher than the average fast food joint and it's worth coming early (or late) to miss the worst of the lunchtime rush.

For Italy aficionados

The iconic Italian cycle brand, Bianchi, is joined by Mediterranean-style food and great espresso on Norrlandsgatan in the heart of the city. In addition to pizza, they served grilled dishes, salads and posh hamburgers and their al fresco dining area is a must in the summer months.

Obligatory classic Swedish restaurant

Tranan is one of Stockholm's most historic restaurants and a lunch visit is pretty much a must if you find yourself around Odenplan. Book in for a business lunch or just pop by for a spontaneous lunch of the slightly smarter variety.

Perfect for a business lunch

Classic restaurant near Dramaten theatre. Perfect for a business lunch, but also for ladies who lunch, lunch à deux or a solo lunch at the bar. Bardot serves a French plat du jour and a Swedish lunch special that changes daily, and there's also an à la carte menu.

French classics

You'll find this French brasserie within the Sheraton Stockholm Hotel, serving French classic dishes made from meticulously sourced ingredients. As well as à la carte, they offer a "Speed Lunch" - a quick business lunch with meat, fish and vegetarian options.

Green is good

Innovation, creativity, technology and sustainability are the keywords at Tekniska by Pontus. Sustainability is an important theme in all areas of the restaurant and the emphasis is on environmentally-friendly food and drink, resulting in KRAV organic certification for the restaurant. A vegan buffet is served every day, but you can also choose dishes made from fish or meat (not red meat). Ingredients are locally produced and seasonal.

Affordable luxury in Gamla Stan

19 Glas is an ambitious restaurant and wine bar. Innovative, yet simple food is served affordable - fine dining-style. The lunch menu is continuously updated and consists of a main course and dessert. Swedish flavours dominate the dishes.

Lunch à la culinary school

If you want value for your money, be sure not to miss this culinary school's three-course lunch menu for 100 SEK. A popular alternative, so be sure to make a reservation beforehand. Please note SIR is closed during school holidays and certain weekdays.

Neopolitan stone-baked pizza

Are you craving a real Italian pizza made in a Neapolitan stone oven? If you find yourself in Vasastan or Kungsholmen then you're in luck, as both Meno Male branches serve lunch pizzas at great prizes, or choose caprese if you feel like something lighter.

A tribute to the land of the midnight sun

At Knut the northern Swedish influences are apparent in both the decor - with wooden surfaces and furs - and cuisine. The rustic menu, features game, Norrland-style flatbread pizza, with emphasis on local produce and ingredients. If you're up for a boozy lunch, they make a mean cranberry cocktail.

International influences

Modern bistro with plenty of space and a laid-back atmosphere. Klang serves lunch dishes inspired by all the world's cuisines - from hearty salads to veggie burgers, hamburgers and soft tacos. Opening hours are generous, if you prefer a slightly later lunch.

Lunch on Nybrokajen

The classic Radisson Collection Strand Hotel Stockholm on Nybroviken has recently been given a new lease of life. Their hotel restaurant, The Strand, has been designed by Wingårdhs architects and on the menu you'll find classic Swedish dishes with a twist, made from sustainable ingredients. Eat lunch in the heart of the city with a view over the archipelago ferries.

Two neighbourhood favourites

These two sister restaurants are real Stockholm favourites and they're open from breakfast until late evening. Perfect for a lively long lunch with friends or colleagues. The menu has European influences - with an emphasis on classic meat and fish dishes.

Streetfood with Asian flavours

This ambitious little lunch restaurant a stone's throw from Drottninggatan serves "fine streetfood" with influences from Asia, made from organic and locally-produced ingredients. Depending on the day you'll find everything from salads to bibimbap and pad thai on the menu. Eat in or take away.

Stockholm boasts an abundance of quality burger joints. A burger for lunch is often a safe bet, particularly when everything from the meat patties to ketchup is homemade. Most hamburger restaurants also offer vegetarian options.

Sushi is a popular lunch option for its healthy accessibility. Stockholm hosts a number of great sushi restaurants located around the city. Perfect for a casual sit-down lunch or takeaway for lunch at the office.