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Stockholms Gästabud

4.6 (102 reviews)
ModerateScandinavian

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Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Corey C.

Tiny yet right sized spot to enjoy a cozy meal on the edge of the touristy area of Gamla Stan. Service was sweet and kind and patient with the tired Americans looking to fill their "actual Swedish meatball" bucket. As with other pictures here in reviews, the plates are beautiful and the food matches. Possibly the best potatoes we've ever eaten, and definitely worth the calorie count to consume the entire plate. Lingonberries pop on the palate, the refreshing cucumber slices mix up the tastes and the softest meatballs you've likely had. Stop walking past to head to the other place down the street - turn right in to Gastabud!

Swedish meatballs
Renee L.

Since visiting Sweden, trying Swedish meatballs was a must! This place also included mashed potatoes and pickled cucumbers as well. We also ordered sausage and buttered salmon which both came with boiled potatoes. The dishes overall had a rustic feel. The buttered salmon was the best dish out of the three we ordered. The staff here were friendly and attentive.

Swedish meatballs and the ecologically brewed draft beer
Michiel D.

Great place for Swedish classics. Located in a quiant side street not too far from the palace, Stockholms Gästabud feels like a quick escape from everything stereotypical to the city. You move from a clean cut architecture outside into a cosy, almost divy sit down that resembles a British pub. The staff was super friendly and helpful, the food was served quickly. The meatballs were very tasty, accompanied by the traditional lingonberry sauce and mash potatoes. What made the dish stand out was the thick brown sauce that brought everything together. The menu seemed to be filled with Swedish "classics". Would definitely recommend going. Only downside was that the place was semi filled with smoke from the kitchen, which got into our clothes by the time we left.

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Angkana P.

Food is good Service is friendly and very accommodating Ambiance is very homie, cute nothing extraordinary

Leilani G.

You can't visit Sweden without trying Swedish meatballs! We stopped into Stockholms Gästabud right as they were opening for lunch and right as our walking tour of Gamla Stan was ending. They have limited seating and don't take reservations, so getting there close to opening is highly recommended. The service was great, our food came out very quickly after we ordered, and their meatballs and potatoes were delicious and plenty of food for one person. The table next to me ordered the salmon which looked delicious, if I ever find myself in Gamla Stan again that would be the next dish I'd plan to try. Overall it was a great experience and a place I'd highly recommend if you're looking to try the local cuisine!

Stacey N.

Literally LOVED this little restaurant! We were so hungry and it was pretty late and they squeezed us in for dinner!! The seating is very tight so just be aware of that when thinking about eating here. We had the traditional meatball and the pork cheek (yummy!!!) we were so impressed by the staff! They were incredibly friendly, kind and fun spirited! I felt like I was in a family owned restaurant in the heart of very touristy Gamla Stan! The food was good (nothing fantastic) but the ambiance and staff elevated this to a 5-star in my book

Toast skagen: rye toast + shrimp salad
Craig G.

After a long afternoon of touring museums and Skansen, I was craving a light lunch away from the larger crowds. Though busy with the lunch rush, Stockholms Gästabud fit the bill. Located on the same side street as Restaurang Tradition, Stockholms Gästabud offers up a menu of traditional fare and a well stocked bar. I ordered a toast skagen and a glass of local pilsner. The dish was simple but tasty: buttered rye toast topping a creamy, dill spiked shrimp salad. Nothing fancy, just satisfying

Pork cheek with truffle mashed potatoes
Kathy X.

I decided to dine here on my first evening in Stockholm, since it was recommended to me by a souvenir shop owner. The place was a bit difficult to find, nestled in one of the side streets of Gamla Stan, but I'm so glad I persisted in looking for it. The interior was cozy and comfortable, as well as quite busy. Since it was just me, I got a seat at the bar immediately. For my meal, I ordered the slow cooked pork cheek with a gravy of lingonberries along with mashed potatoes with truffles and parsley. The cost was around $20. This was beautifully presented, with a decent amount of pork. The pork was amazingly tender, melt in your mouth delicious, with bold, deep flavor from the savory sauce. Didn't even need a knife to cut the pork. I also really enjoyed the mashed potatoes, which had lingonberries and green herbs on top. This is saying a lot, because I'm usually not a fan of mashed potato. It was thick, creamy smooth, and had strong taste of delightful truffle. Service was solid, and the waiter was especially friendly and kind. The menu contains classic, Swedish comfort food at reasonable prices.

Lily H.

The absolute best meatballs in the city. We came on our first day mid afternoon. There was no wait since it was off hours. Every subsequent day we passed by, there was a wait so we never had the opportunity to try it again. We had meatballs at 4 other places and none were even close to Gastabud. Juicy meatballs with a delicious sauce. Even the potatoes tasted seasoned. So good!

Steak, it was ok
Liz N.

Fantastic lunch in the middle of old Stockholm! I got the Swedish meatballs and mashed potatoes which was soo good. Highly recommend! My hubby got the steak which was ok. He asked for medium rare and it was almost well done. Service was very good! The 2 ladies were holding down the entire restaurant. It's a small place so either come early for lunch or dinner or during off peak times. Expect a wait if you come during prime lunch or dinner time. Super cute restaurant.

Free dessert a raspberry pudding
Todd B.

Pro-tip: Arrive early for mealtime, or expect to wait in a line. They take NO reservations. Price: 5* Taste: 5* Service: 5*+ Ambience: 4* We arrive at dinner time. We wait I Ed in the rain and wind for 1hour and 15 mins. But it was well worth it! This place only has 30 chairs and 11 tables, one cook, and two servers. Expect to wait. But was it worth it! We had the Swedish meatballs, special. The steak, and salmon soup. All were perfectly seasoned and flavorful. Wow! I don't know where salmon soup has been all my life, but I'm glad I finally found it! A light creamy broth with chunks of perfectly done salmon, potatoes, and fresh herbs. It is good for all the right reasons. The steak was tender, juicy and seasoned well. The meatballs were great. Tasty and ample (3 in total). It comes with brown pan gravy and mashed potatoes with a little nutmeg which was unexpected and nice. The salmon in butter sauce was epic. I would return time and again to this place. The service was fantastic. The lady was friendly, helpful, and funny. We met the chef and she had a few drinks with us as a toast. Very fun.

Jillian B.

came here for dinner on a solo stop to stockholm and absolutely loved everything about it! i didn't have a reservation and it was quite busy, but the staff was so friendly and accommodating. the host sat me at a small table in between a few people and assured me that my table-mates were all super friendly--indeed they were, as i ended up deep in conversation with the folks seated next to me and the waitstaff as they popped by! the portions were huge and all the food was delicious... i had to try the meatballs and it's honestly my favorite food ever now. i wish i had more than 30 hours here because i would've loved to come back.

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Noreen M.

It's a very famous restaurant in gamla stan. The first time we tried to eat there around 7-8p.m on a sunday, the line was veryyy long and the restaurant is very small and tables are limited. So you really need to have a lot of patience. *they also don't do reservations. The second time we tried to eat there was on a weekday around 4-5 p.m. There is no line at all so we got a table super quick. The space tho is super tight. We ordered their swedish meatballs and their buttered salmon. My boyfriend didnt really like their meatballs, he said that he had better but its still pretty good. The buttered salmon tho with truffle mayonnaise was a 10 for me.

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We ate lunch here. Great food, beautiful atmosphere, great service - highly recommend.

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Strömmingsvagnen

Strömmingsvagnen

4.4(132 reviews)
0.4 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)
0.3 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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