Where to find restaurants open on Christmas Eve

The bistro at this Art Deco hotel on Mariatorget is open over Christmas and serves classic Swedish dishes such as Toast Skagen and Beef Rydberg. Relax and get into the Christmas spirit among the red velvet sofas and gleaming brass touches. The bar is also open for anyone who prefers a chic cocktail.

Maybe you're tired of the same old classic Christmas food, or just want to treat yourself with friends and family. At Stockholm Fisk, right next to Cityterminalen, you can tuck into a julbord filled with freshly-caught, spankingly fresh seafood right up until Christmas Eve. The buffet includes everything from different kinds of pickled herring to lobster, oysters and prawns. Sittings fill up quickly so book in good time.

This fairytale wooden villa on Djurgården serves a classic Swedish julbord until December 26th. A roaring open fire and glögg mulled wine enhance the Christmas spirit.

The Hotel Diplomat's Scandinavian brasserie on Strandvägen draws in local regulars and international guests all year round. The restaurant's open on Christmas Eve for anyone who fancies eating dinner with views over the waters of Nybroviken. 

This classic restaurant is a real Stockholm institution. The historic beer hall on Medborgarplatsen serves traditional Swedish homecooking on Christmas Eve - perfect for anyone who can't survive without their fill of pickled herring and meatballs but doesn't want to tuck into a full Christmas buffet.

Celebrate Christmas with an Asian buffet at East on Stureplan. Exciting flavours, with plenty of vegetarian, vegan, lactose and gluten-free options. The restaurant is open most of Christmas Eve, with lunch and evening sittings.

Mister French serves their julbord on Skeppsbrokajen right up until 24 December, which means you can enjoy it on Christmas Eve. With stunning views over the entrance to Stockholm harbour, they lay out a classic Christmas buffet with all the traditional dishes - as well as an additional seafood platter, if you want to really treat yourself. They also have an entire room full of desserts and sweet treats. 

Kick off Christmas Eve with lunch or round it off with dinner - Prinsen is open all day. Its location in Bibliotekstan makes it perfect for last-minute Christmas shopping. They serve food with a "French feel, Swedish mood and ingredients of the highest calibre".

Escape the stress of Christmas in one of the city's most beautiful dining rooms. Berns Asiatiska serves Asian flavours on Christmas Eve. Celebrate Christmas under the chandeliers with sushi, sashimi and much more.

If you want to enjoy a big Italian family meal, head down to Norr Mälarstrand and Trattorian. They lay out their Italian Christmas buffet on Christmas Eve. Don't miss the ice-cream cart filled with gelato. Round off the meal with a cocktail in front of the fire in Orangeriet right next door.

If you want to celebrate Christmas Eve with pomp and circumstance, the five-star Grand Hôtel is the place to go. Their restaurant Grand Soleil is inspired by the Riviera and is open for brunch and dinner. 

The food hall at NK department store is a true gastronomic mecca for anyone who appreciates browsing and shopping for the finest produce. All the specialist suppliers are hand-picked and experts in their area, such as meat, chocolate and teas. Buy the best ingredients for your evening meal or luxurious foodie gifts to give away.