KonstnarsBaren
A restaurant deeply entrenched in the art world – come here to enjoy traditional Swedish fare and spot Europe’s art elite. KonstnarsBaren Smålandsgatan 7, 111 46 Stockholm, Sweden; (+46) 8 679 60 32
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Tranan
A true Stockholm relic – open since 1929, Tranan has a reputation for great food and incredible live music in the cellar bar, including Tom Waits and an early visit from Tupac. Tranan Karlbergsvägen 14, 113 27 Stockholm, Sweden; (+46) 8 527 281 00
Sturehof
A casual, yet sophisticated seafood-heavy menu offers plenty of options. Sturehof keeps its dishes simple and yet high quality. Prices will come as a bit of a shock to Americans though. Sturehof Stureplan 2, Sturegallerian 42, 114 46 Stockholm, Sweden; (+46) 8 440 57 30
Fjäderholmarnas Krog
Located on the island of Fjäderholmarnas, about a 30 min. ferry ride from central Stockholm, Krog serves seasonal dishes and seafood sourced from around the island. The waterfront view is almost as spectacular as the meal. Fjäderholmarnas Krog Stora Fjäderholmen, 100 05 Stockholm, Sweden; (+46) 8 718 33 55
Mathias Dahlgren Matbaren at the Grand Hôtel
Exceptional food, world-class wines and beers and a casual, sophisticated atmosphere by one of the hottest chefs in Sweden. Mathias Dahlgren Matbaren Södra Blasieholmshamnen 8, 111 48 Stockholm, Sweden; (+46) 08 679 35 84
Östermalms Korvspecialist
Far and away, the best sausage stand in the city. Östermalms Korvspecialist Nybrogatan 57, 114 40 Stockholm, Sweden; (+46) 8-782 95 79
Strömmingsvagnen
The fried herring stand at Slussen – fried herring may seem like a strange concept here, but there’s a reason it’s so popular overseas. Strömmingsvagnen
Grand Hôtel
The city’s premier jet-set hotel. Old World elegance and a serious bar for cocktails. Grand Hôtel Södra Blasieholmshamnen 8, 111 48 Stockholm, Sweden; (+46) 8 679 35 00
Nobis Hotel
A building so grand it doubles as a Stockholm historical attraction. Nobis Hotel Norrmalmstorg 2-4, 111 86 Stockholm, Sweden; +46 8 614 10 00