I am not very well versed in Swedish customs, but coffee breaks with cinnamon rolls? Sign me up for…read morefika. If the weather is nice (which I sure hope it is when you visit Sandhamn, because not only did you have to take a two-hour boat ride here from Stockholm, but you also have to spend the entire day outdoors), hit up Ankaret for coffee and snacks in the afternoon. Take advantage of the outdoor seating and observe fika with a beautiful view of the water. I was really amused by their inconsistency when it came to presentation: my Americano was in a take-out cup, while my cinnamon roll was presented to me on a fancy heavy plate. I also think they have some kinks to work out when it comes to the cinnamon rolls: one of them was noticeably smaller than the other but I'd be lying if they weren't the best cinnamon rolls I've ever eaten without any of the excessively sugary glaze that you find on American cinnamon rolls. It's worth knowing ahead of time that Ankaret is a seasonal cafe and is only open in the summer.

Absolutely delicious! Warning...the Swedish coffee tastes exactly like American, but very very…read moregood. The staff is friendly and helpful. We couldn't decide what to order, so we got three desserts! A trip to Voxholm is much improved by sitting at Boulangerie with a lovely pastry and staring at the water. It is so pleasant! Tip: you must try the Blueberry Princess Cake! It was light as a feather and absolutely scrumptious.

I thought the food was great. We tried the ham and cheese crepes and the baked potato, which came…read morewith a creamy shrimp salad on top! All surprisingly good, though very rich. We also got a merengue, a cardamom bun, and a princess cake. The princess cake was so good! I don't like marzipan but this was better than any I've ever had - very light, not too cloying or sweet, very soft - and beneath was soft fluffy cream and sponge cake. Staff spoke enough English that we could get by - certainly better than our Swedish! If you're visiting Waxholm, I recommend this as a lunch Stop or just for coffee and pastry.

On my first visit, I was fighting that anxiety of not having my smartphone to take photos, because…read moreI'm silly like that. I was soon comforted because Güntherska Hovkonditoriet was so cool, I knew we would be back soon. The salmon/baked chèvre/lemon/honey salad I had on our first visit was so tasty, we came back within a week and both ordered it. The salads are pricy at 165kr. But each one comes with plenty of bread, mineral water, a coffee (normally 30kr!), and a choice of one of their fancy dressings. We loved the "herb aioli" and "garlic" dressings. I might have put the salad dressing on my bread by accident, but I can tell you it was tasty there too. Heads up, they won't let you upgrade the coffee to another drink, but nbd. Aside from salads, we tried two custards and a latte that were amazing. Atmosphere-wise, Güntherska is that old classy-casual style that's popular with fika spots. Like striped wallpaper and ornate lighting fixtures. It's also a popular "seat yourself" place. They request that you find a seat before you order. It can be tricky, but it's worth it. There's more seating in the back, and even more in the outdoor courtyard in the back. We've had such good experiences here, it's hard to try other places!

Pea soup that comes with freshly baked bread, hard boiled egg, shrimp, tea/coffee and sparkling…read morewater meal. Ham sandwich on the upper right hand corner. The location is great with areas to sit outside of cafe. The staff are very efficient and try to help me. I still miss the food here after leaving Sweden so definitely give the soup a try!

Nice indoor/ outdoor cafe with coffees, pastries, salads, sandwiches, beer and wine. Ordered a…read morelatte which was okay and the apple pie with vanilla sauce was great. Service was huffy, impatient and painfully slow which is why I can't rate it higher. Prices are slightly reasonable here which is shocking because there is a view. Not my favorite place for a mid day "fika" as the Swedish would say but the setting is wonderful.

This place is nice and cozy, friendly staff and best coffee I've had in a while. This place feels…read morelike a little Italy amongst Stockholm. Italian is spoken here and nice jazz music. I got a breakfast combo which includes a macchiato, fresh squeezed OJ, and a salami panini. Everything was great and I would come back again!

Sempre has a living Italian atmosphere and takes you over the Alps. Hardly no complains about…read moreanything as it is on a high quality level. Could be the comfort for sitting guests. Should be improved immediately to my mind, well knowing it´s not a place you spend hours in, but anyway. Warmth and charm is filling the air and that´s because the guys working there are professionals on an international level. They not only see you, they meet you. This can change your day, not only on a cloudy day. Always! or Sempre! Just stay on the south side of the Alps...

Stumbled onto this waterside hidden gem. Absolutely stunning views on a summer afternoon. Great…read moreselection of wine and food. Small desserts are also top on the list of must try items. The staff is very friendly and happy to help with whatever it is you're looking for. Most of the staff speaks very good English to assist the wayward travelers. Genuinely could t have picked a better place to spend an afternoon.

We stopped by this cafe today on our visit to Vaxholm and while the signs and many reviews said…read morethis was a must visit, I would say it might be more for the ambiance than the food. It was very crowded and so hot today. The cakes and sweets are all sitting out on a table like a buffet in the heat and while the idea is nice, it is all situated close to the bathroom. If you have the time, it is a nice location but I would not say it is a must visit.

Sweet cafe in an old building from the 1600s. Wobbly floor and old furniture help you feel like…read moreyou've been transported back in time. Delicious but simple sandwiches and pastries. Great service. Cute aprons.

Our last stop in Sigtuna (and Sweden!) last week before heading to the airport was Tant Bruns…read moreKaffestuga. I'm so glad we stopped by. From the sign at the corner of Strandvägen and Laurentii gränd pointing us in the direction of the cafe, I knew I'd love it. At the front entrance is a charming doll (Tant Bruns?), and then it opens up into the most charming outdoor cafe (there is some indoor seating that is also adorable). A very sweet staff member came out almost immediately with menus, and we wanted everything. They have pastries and sandwiches and coffee and ice cream (there were a few girls sharing a banana split not too far from us). We got a couple of cappuccinos, a Sigtuna donut (turns out that a Sigtuna donut is pretty similar to a US glazed donut, only way better - that lamination in the dough made it fluffy and light), and a lox open-faced sandwich. Full of charm, do not miss a stop at Tant Bruns if you're in Sigtuna!

There was too much rain to enjoy the late summer in the gardens designed for enjoying the…read moreconfectionary made on-site. A cold wind drove the chill of the rain straight into our bones, and we nearly piled straight back in the car to skip the stop in Trosa. We are so glad we pushed ourselves to stroll out to explore the Kutterkonfekt shop. Inside was an experience half-way between an old-style soda fountain, and a boutique coffee-shop. Artful displays of the intricate marzipans manufactured right upstairs lined almost every wall, and a table near the counter was elegantly arrayed with freshly baked confectionary. A handful of tables nestled by the large windows at the front of the shop, and most were full as we entered. We browsed the Marzipans for a moment, then wandered up to the counter to try our hands at ordering again in Swedish. The proprietress immediately picked up on my accent, however, and assisted us in English every bit as perfect as my own. We saw the selection of hot chocolates, and decided that was the best counter to the bitter morning rain. As we ordered, one table near the windows cleared, and we were able to nestle into one of the quaint tea-tables and watch as the sun finally broke out over the picturesque town of Trosa. The hot cocoa was indeed as perfect as we hoped, and the selection of Marzipans we bought for the road were every bit as pleasing to the mouth as they were to the eye. We happened in on a day of rest for the factory upstairs, but most days you can wander up the little, narrow staircase and watch the chefs and artists create the edible treasures arrayed in the shop below. The gleaming equipment was still on museum-like display, and was well worth a gander even while not in operation. All-in-all, this was a worthy stop on our way around Lake Malaren, and one we would highly recommend to anyone who gets the opportunity.