Restaurants in Gamla stan (Old town)
Publish date: 24 October 2024
A block or two away from the tourist highlights of Gamla Stan, you'll find some of the most interesting restaurants in Stockholm.
As you might imagine from hearing its name, Gamla Stan (Old Town) is Stockholm's oldest district. Its narrow streets are steeped in history with buildings several hundred years old.
That's not to say that time has stood still in Gamla Stan, far from it. Stockholm's historic district has become quite the hot spot for culinary geeks, hosting a wide variety of eateries. Diners are treated to both gastronomic classics, traditional Swedish favorites, and innovative fusions of flavors.
Discover Old Town
Discover Old Town
Looking for more tips on Gamla Stan? Read our district guide for more inspiration and suggestions.
Old Town – district guide
Arrow iconRestaurants in Gamla Stan - 5 quick tips
- Den Gyldene Freden – Arguably the oldest restaurant in Stockholm. Has served hungry diners since 1722 at the same address. The Restaurant is run by the governing body of the Nobel Prize in Litterature, Svenska Akademien.
- Tradition – Serves refined Swedish classics, just a short walk from the Royal Palace. Meatballs, kroppkakor, raggmunkar, apple pie, and more.
- Restaurang Leijontornet – Fine-dining restaurant that takes wine seriously. With some 3000 bottles, its cellar is probably the largest in Stockholm. During the summer transforms into the outdoor wine bar Vintornet.
- Järnet – Buzzy och relaxed gastropub on Österlånggatan. Wine, beer, drinks, and a menu of small-to-mid-size tapas dishes.
- Barells Burger & Beer – Popular burger joint that goes all in on the "burgers and beer"-concept. Has a rotating selection of craft beer on tap and bottle.
Find more tips in the list below!