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    Ardbeg Embassy

    4.3 (32 reviews)
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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Artichoke ball
    Winston L.

    Conveniently located in the heart of Gamla Stan, this place serves pretty authentic Swedish food. We came on a Friday evening and were lucky enough to get one of the last remaining tables without a reservation. Our waiter was extremely kind to chat with us his recommendations as well as tell us about what there is to do in Stockholm. I opted for the meatballs and boy did they taste better than the ones in Ikea back in the States (no knock on them, they still have a special place in my heart). It was nicely plated and the sauce really gave the meatball some flavor. The cucumbers and lingonberries on the side were quite delicious side dishes and complemented the flavors well. I also got a Swedish cider and it smelled nice and tasted delicious. It was a ripe green apple and on the sweeter side, kind of reminding me of soju. My vegetarian friend decided for the artichoke balls and reviews were overall positive. He mentioned that the sauce was a big winner for him! Overall would totally recommending stopping by here. The atmosphere is quite nice and has that bar-vibe with the comfortableness of a sit-down restaurant. Definitely would return if I visit Stockholm again!

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    Jeff B.

    Stumbled across this place by accident, so glad I did! Great bar, excellent selection, reasonable prices. Ludwig also gave me a terrific recommendation for a bar in Oslo. This is a "must stop" for whisky lovers visiting Stockholm.

    Wink B.

    Service, menu, food. Wow! So a long long time ago we came here. A different restaurant but similar theme, but the experience here was top shelf! The menu is small but deliciously varied. Among our group we had reindeer, char, reindeer/venison meatballs and moose steak. Not a complaint at the table just silence! You know that means it's good! I had the meat balls with a potato mash and lingonberry relish. Just incredible. The mix of meats was so flavorful and rich and the mash was perfectly prepared. Of course I'd put lingonberries on just about anything - BTW its a moral imperative to have lingonberries if you're in Sweden! They're yummily sweet and tart. I love them. I married all this goodness with a Gotland Wisby Kloster pale ale. Perfect! A great selection of beers, Wine and spirits - including an impressive assortment of scotch! My desert was an Ardbeg sherry cask - 2 cl please! Yum. A superb dining experience I highly recommend!

    Amanda F.

    My husband and I were exploring old town and needed a bite to eat. We stumbled upon ardbeg embassy since I saw a sign for moose filet. I had moose on my list of things to try while in Stockholm. Upon entering we were seated in the dining section of the restaurant. The front part is the bar only area. Our waiters was very helpful when I explained my food intolerances issues. I had previously translated into Swedish for better understanding. He showed the chef and said they would have no problem making my meal dairy and gluten free. I ordered the moose filet which came with potatoes, apple chutney and what appeared to be some pickled green beans. The moose filet was cooked to about medium rare ( what I would call the American standard on meat cooking scale). I really enjoyed it and it was tasty. My husband ordered the duck and enjoyed his meal. The meal was pricey but I wouldn't expect any different given it's a highly tourist traffic area and the fact it is a game meat.

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    Jake S.

    I love Ardbeg, so I'm a bit biased, but I also think that this is one of the better restaurants we ate at on our trip. We had the moose filet and the Chuck roast burger w/ chevre and honey. Both were pretty great, and not overly expensive I'm context. For the drink lovers, rest assured that they have an amazing scotch and beer list, plus enough wines to keep those people happy. Get a dram of the 'Cask X' and watch them ladel it straight from the barrel!

    some beers on tap
    Joe T.

    I stopped here because of the sign outside advertising game meatballs. Intrigued I decided to give it a try and I am glad I did. The game meatballs were really good. They also have a nice selection of local beers and a really nice whisky list. I was mildly impressed with their whisky list but being in Sweden I tried a 3 year old local whisky. It was peaty but tasted pretty good for a young whisky. Atmosphere was really nice and the bar staff was really friendly. I would definitely stop in here again.

    Pickled herring three ways.
    Nancy A.

    Lovely meal in the Gamla Stan. Scandinavian fare. We had salmon salad and pickled herring and a berry pie for dessert. St lunch! Quaint setting. Fresh herbs. Loved the farm to table vibe. Good service.

    Moose carpaccio
    Miguel R.

    An update for Yelp: it does open on Sundays in summer. At first we had our doubts for it was quite gloomy from the outside. But all the dishes we picked even the bread was excellent! Swedish game meatballs, moose steak, moose carpaccio, duck, hamburger and desserts were exceptional. Would definitely reccomend. 150$ for party of 4.

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    Caroline H.

    I took my Scottish boyfriend to Ardbeg Embassy for a change of pace from fine dining. We were surprised by the good "pub" food here. I had artic char and sav blanc for wine. My boyfriend had the mix of meats and some beer. We liked it as it was a nice change of pace from the great fine dining that we had on our trip.

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    Loved it! Wonderful service, herring was fabulous, and very comfortable seating and cool vibe

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    Excellent food! The cod here was to die for. Decent wine selection too. Will definitely revisit the next time I am in Stockholm!

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    Conveniently located in the heart of Gamla Stan, this place serves pretty authentic Swedish food.

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    Strömmingsvagnen

    Strömmingsvagnen

    4.4(132 reviews)
    0.1 kmGamla stan
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    Back again. As good as ever. And how DO the Swedes enjoy sitting at the picnic tables? It is 22…read moredegrees. Got the usual, the herring with mashed potatoes, three sides,and a piece of rye crisp. We had the pickled cucumber, lingonberries and cremefreche salad. Nice serving but I wanted more. IT IS SO GOOD. But we are here for a month so I WILL be back. I meant to take pictures of the food but I was too anxious to eat. Friendly service as always. Nicely packed to go. We have been coming here for years and I highly recommend.

    This unassuming food cart offered me one of the best meals I had in Stockholm. Simple, yet…read moredelicious. I'd never had fried herring like this before. I'm so glad I tried it. It's pretty much a one person show from what I could see. The owner attended to me efficiently and without the slightest hesitation. I'm sorry to say that I don't speak Swedish (I wish I did I can tell you) but he was able to communicate with me and for that I will always be grateful. My plate had, if I recall correctly, four breaded and fried herring fillets. It had a coleslaw (which I found a surprising addition, creamy mashed potatoes, pickled cucumbers, red onions, and a little wedge of crispbread. I loved every bite. It was a generous plate. I particularly enjoyed eating a combination of the potatoes, cuke, onion, and fish on a corner of the crispbread as I munched away. There are a few nearby picnic type tables. So there was a place I could sit and enjoy this meal overlooking the water and a corner of the old town. If you find yourself in Stockholm, do yourself a favor and go to here. Even if you think you don't like herring, try it this way. I bet you'd be surprised.

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    Slingerbulten - Salmon, asparagus, baby potatoes, and bernaise sauce

    Slingerbulten

    4.2(73 reviews)
    0.2 kmGamla stan
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    We wanted the traditional meatballs while in Stockholm, they were very good and the lingonberries…read moresuch a nice touch. Cute restaurant, nice seating outside also but we were cold.

    We are creatures of habit. You find a good place with more natives than tourists, fantastic food…read moreand good lunch prices, and you keep returning. It is 18 degrees and my body says it is 4AM but I WANT THIS FOOD. I am really hoping today's selection will be swedish hash or this fish soup. Nope, but swedish meatballs and salmon will nicely fill our bellies. Your lunch comes with a small salad bar, bread, coffee, tea, lingonberry juice and I see cookies hiding. Grab your tableware here. The 5 Swedish meatballs came with mashed potatoes, pickled cucumbers,lingonberries,and brown gravy. A nice chunk of salmon came with baby potatoes, grilled asparagus and bernaise sauce. Both meals delicious.Hubby and i tend to share our meals so we each get to taste each other's. I dont think it is customary to leave a tip in Sweden but the machine asks if you want to leave one. I went with 10%. Total cost out the door for 2 delicious and filling meals was just under $40. That is $20 each for you non math people:) We will return. I am still on the hunt for that fish soup. The menu is posted outside. Those are your choices for the day which includes a vegetarian choice. Staff is very welcoming and speaks English. I HAVE BEEN COMING HERE FOR YEARS.

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