My husband has a knack for picking the best restaurants just by randomly walking by and suggesting them, 0 research and just vibes. This was probably my favorite meal in Sweden. We had just arrived that afternoon and were walking around our hotel to look for an early dinner. The dining room is lovely but not too stuffy or formal. We ordered the brown bread for starters, along with some wine and beer. I ordered the Arctic char (parsnip, chili, hazelnuts, browned butter and a soy glaze) and Paul G. went with the meatballs (hand-rolled and with cream sauce, mashed potatoes, lingonberries and pickled cucumber). We had the traditional Swedish meatball dish a few more times during the trip and they all came with the same components, but Bistro Bestick's was my fave. The sauce was heavier, velvety and creamy, and the potatoes were oh so fluffy. The berries were tart and fresh. I loved my fish, too... the hazelnuts, brown butter and soy were such a bright, unexpected combination. I enjoyed every bite. Don't sleep on dessert here! I couldn't even finish my dinner but still wanted to try the chocolate rum cake (salty caramel sauce, roasted peanuts, vanilla ice cream and crispy sesame) and what a delightful flavor explosion! It was beautifully presented and the sesame "cracker" on top was the perfect contrast to all the sweetness. I'd highly recommend BB! read more

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We arrived in Stockholm after a long train ride and found this restaurant through a quick search of nearby restaurants. We were hungry and just wanted a decent dinner prior to going out that night. Dining here was one of the best decisions during our time in Stockholm. The meatballs were absolutely amazing and one of the most memorable meals of my life. The presentation of the dishes was also impressive. We came here tired and left satisfied and ready to explore Stockholm nightlife. If you're in Stockholm, visit this restaurant and try the Swedish meatballs. read more

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Sad to report our disappointing experience here. It's a popular place (totally full) and we did not realize that we were there on Mothers Day--by the time we arrived at 9:30 pm, they had run out of the gin we asked for, they ran out of bread (!!), and one of the dishes we asked for (morel stuffed chicken) had also run out. Upon arrival they had a hard time locating our reservation (we made it weeks early), then we got an inferior table by the entry door--however, they kindly moved us when a better table became available. Staff was attentive and friendly, a bit embarrassed that the restaurant's busy day had impacted their ability to provide the best accommodations. In the end we opted for meatballs, which had a lovely sauce (though the meatballs themselves were under seasoned), served with picked cucumber, whipped potatoes, and a ramekin of lingonberries, all tasty. read more

Very cute ambiance! We had a late lunch here and tried the Swedish meatballs. The sauce was super yummy and the potatoes were so so smooth! The only downside was the food didnt come out hot, it was lukewarm. Service was good but as an American you have to kind of get up out of your seat to ask for the check since in Europe they are much slower read more

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The awesome, fun staff made our visit here memorable and the food was excellent. We didn't have reservations and since this was a newer restaurant than the other Bistro Bestick which had no openings, we were able to get in at a table by the bar. It actually turned out to be a prime table with a view of the bar, quiet, and being able to interact with the staff. Each person came by checked to see if they could clear away a dish or order us something. The running joke was "too slow" meaning someone already got our order and the next person who stopped by was "too slow." The bread plate (extra charge) was nice to sample some brown breads with creamy butter. I was delighted to try authentic handmade Swedish meatballs ("better than Ikea" I was told) with mashed potatoes, lingonberries and pickled cucumbers. The meatballs were moist, flavorful and the sauce was good. The Arctic char fish was fresh, delicious with lots of zucchini and fresh dill. The cloudberry dessert with ice cream was a work of art. The food and the staff at Bistro Bestick made this one of our favorite Stockholm memories, so thank you! read more

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Wonderful lunch and service on our way to the Ice Bar Best meatballs so far and a very nice shrimp salad to check my daily shrimp box!!! read more

Bistro Bestick - Classic Swedish lunch!!! - Scandinavian Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

The server did a great job and she gave us a place outdoor. But we were ok since we walked in. Honestly we were quite disappointed that the home made meatball was salty. The fish loin was ok without the sauce ( I found that it's salty if we ate that with the dressing) read more

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My mom and I ate here after finding it on Google Maps. Like many of the reviewers, it was one of the only highly rated restaurants in the area. We had high hopes, having not been done wrong by Google recommendations in the past. While this place wasn't terrible nor did it make us sick (a big win IMO), the vibes were weird and the flavors didn't mesh. The servers were lovely but I was surprised to find that the whole staff appeared to be from Southeast Asia when this is a Nordic restaurant in Sweden. After doing research later, found out the chef/owner used to work at the restaurant in the City Hall and catered the Nobel dinners. You figure he would make better food. If you do some more Googling, you'll find the previous version of this restaurant had less than ideal reviews - suspicious. We got 2 appetizers and each got an entree. The appetizers were unique but way too unique, with the flavors/textures being weird combinations. They also used dill topping on everything (as you can see). I get that dill is huge in Scandinavia, but this was overkill. My mom said her char was too salty, and my meatballs - while tasty - felt like they were undercooked and mushy. It also felt like we were being rushed and the dishes were rushed like it wasn't made to order. The only redeeming factor is the central location near the train station/our hotel. We urge you to take your business & taste buds elsewhere! read more

Bistro Bestick - raw scallop and matjessill appetizers - Scandinavian Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

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Everything impeccable - food, service, ambience! First went on a Saturday around 8pm and it was packed so the hostess asked if we wanted to wait 30 minutes but there's no place to wait in the restaurant so she recommended another day and to make a reservation. So we made a reservation and it was great! My party of 3 all loved their entree: Swedish meatballs (best in the city!); Arctic char; & cod. So skillfully prepared that it was as delicious as pleasing to the eye. All fish cooked just right and none of the entrees were overly salty. All entrees had a great variety of proteins & veggies and were just the right amount to fill us so we were disappointed we couldn't get the crème brûlée but we'll get it next time! read more

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The food was very good. So why a one star review, easy the service or lack there of. An absolute horrendous experience. No one check on us for more drinks while we eating. Once we were done with our meals we sat and we sat and we sat some more. 32 minutes later still no one. Dirty dishes still in front of us, no offer for another class of wine or dessert. If we had not gotten up to leave we might still be sitting there. Only on the way out the door did someone speak to us and we explained the situation. Based on the rating the place must be good, but bad service equals poor review every time. read more

Best meal you will have! Got the 5 course meal and every single one of them was amazing! This is easily the best meal I've had since being in Europe. There isn't many restaurants where I'm from that offer course meals but I really wish they did after this dining experience. You won't be disappointed. It started with raw scallops then lamb tartare, arctic char, venison and finished with a chocolate dessert. Also tried the meatballs that a friend ordered and they were also really good read more

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Traveled around Sweden for a couple weeks, eating as many meatball dishes as I could find. I actually came back to Bistro Bestick at the end of my trip because it was that much better than all the rest! It was the sauce...all other restaurants used a straight gravy but here was a creamy, almost tomato based gravy that gave the tiny meatballs a gentle hug...so delicious! And the mashed potatoes were a warm, creamy pillow of happiness. Not to mention the sweet yet tart traditional Lingonberries were a refreshing interlude between bites! If you find yourself in Stockholm...eating here is a must! read more

While I would recommend this bistro for the food, I definitely can't say the same about the service. I think that, because we sat outside (which DID have lovely ambiance with twinkle lights & plants everywhere), we were legitimately forgotten about by the servers. We waited for nearly thirty minutes to put in an order (including even drinks!) and then had to wait over an hour for our food to come out. We also had to ask our waitress three times to bring the check, and eventually just went inside to get it ourselves. The saving grace of this meal was that the food was delicious (the sauce with pickled veggies on my rooster was so good I wanted a spoon to eat it & Ben's lamb was cooked perfectly). The wine list was also decent with a pretty big "by the glass" section. Unfortunately, I would not go back due to the (lack of) service. Food: A Drinks: B+ Service: D Ambiance: B- read more

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This place was recommended by our hotel front desk as a go to local restaurant and it sure didn't disappoint! The place is hidden away from the main streets however it was packed but we managed to get a table for 2 and to have a quick dinner! As we walked to this place I already was doing my Yelp research and came in ready to order! So when in Sweden you have to try the Swedish Meatballs which is a no brainer. The food came out very quick, look very fresh and appetizing. The hand rolled meatballs came with potato purée, lingonberries, sliced pickled cucumbers and cream sauce. My only complaint here is that the food was a bit salty for me but tasted great overall. Also the staff is very friendly and helpful! read more

Bistro Bestick - Hand-Rolled Meatballs - Scandinavian Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

My partner and I had less than 24 hours to explore Stockholm and after much research, Bistro Bestick made it to the top of the list for dinner. We had just finished traveling in Italy and had a layover in Stockholm so we wanted to take advantage of all of its glory. We were super delighted and impressed with the meal that we had at BB. We had scallops, rye bread, meatballs, and a steak dish during our time there. We both loved everything that we had and even ordered a second plate of the rye bread! All of the flavors and textures were so new to us. Our palette was very excited to taste all of the diverse dishes that blended lovely together. Would I go back? Totally! I had never had Swedish food before and definitely want to keep exploring this amazing cuisine. read more

Bistro Bestick - Scandinavian Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

We got seated at the small bar right away, and ordered the bread, meatballs, flank steak, and chocolate truffle dessert. The food was amazing! The only reason I took away a star is because of the long wait time between finishing our meal and being able to pay. We had run out of water but the waitress nor any other staff who frequently walked by the bar into the kitchen didn't notice that or the fact we were done. read more

Bistro Bestick - Swedish meatballs - Scandinavian Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

We came in early, so there weren't too many other diners. Service was friendly, but seemed short staffed. There were three people working front of house for indoor/outdoor dining and one of them seemed to be in training. At one point, I heard the service bell from the kitchen informing the wait staff an order was up. There was no one available to retrieve it though. After a while, I saw the chef/cook come out to hand the food to the waitress. Our appetizers and entrees came out within a reasonable time, but it took forever for the dessert to come out. At this time, the restaurant was quite busy. I think the waitress forgotten and I had to ask her about it when I was able to catch her eye. It also took a while to get our check and pay. Onto the food... We were given cute little loaves of rye bread with soft butter. As an appetizer, we went with tuna tartare. It was refreshing with the watermelon and cucumber. As an entree, I ordered the "raw beef on beef thigh"- basically beef tartare. It came in a separate bowl from the rest of my entree. The rest of it consisted of tomatoes two ways. The first being two slices of tomatoes and the second being a tomato stuffed with avocado. I didn't feel as if it was a cohesive dish. The elderberry sorbet for dessert was the highlight of my meal. It also came with sponge cake, strawberry panna cotta, fresh berries, and candied olives. Overall, I had an enjoyable dinner. read more

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On a day trip from Norway to Sweden we had 8 hours to do the most and we were going to make the best of our time. This is an example where the Yelp reviews come in handy especially around the world. Sidebar we (Yelp) need to do a better job by adding more countries as this may prove helpful to those who are traveling. It is essential to have good information when you are spending money. The express train from the airport to Stockholm leaves you within two blocks walking distance and in the direction of all the necessary tourist stops. We made sure to book a reservation the day before for lunch. The restaurant offers daily lunch menus that are affordable with an ample portion. In addition to each of our lunch entrées we ordered the Swedish meatballs they were divine. Each meal was beautifully plated, flavorful and the only restaurant during this trip that served hot food. I don't know if it's a thing but generally in Europe we receive warm food not hot. We received a really good salad and bread that was unexpected to start the meal. Beside the food being really good it is clear that the owners and Chef are proud of their work. We had really good customer service from what appeared to have been the owner or manager. He wanted to ensure we were satisfied with our meal his face beaming with pride. My dining partner had the seared/fried salmon which she was extremely pleased with as it was cooked to perfection in her words. I enjoyed my prime rib meal it was slightly salty but I'm sure not for most people. I really do not like the taste of salt. The decor was modern but modest, very nicely laid out giving a sense of comfort. If you see this review although I may not return as a visit to Sweden is highly unlikely but I suggest you make your reservation now! read more

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Excellent food and ambience. Wanted something close to our hotel and saw the good reviews on Yelp so gave it a try. We had the cod and the meatball entrees. Both delicious. read more

Food is excellent as was the service and ambiance. The blackened salmon app was creative and extremely good.

This is a very cozy restaurant hidden away in a side street. The menu is not large, but everything on the menu is top notch. Flank steak - five stars. Char - five stars. Dessert - lingonberry ice cream, hand made truffle - all pretty much the best in town. Note - make a reservation, it's a small place and rather popular. Will definitely visit again! read more

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On a recent trip to Stockholm, one of my colleagues recommended this place, so we were happy to try it out! The vibe is nice, especially since we ate here right after coming into Stockholm City from flying into Arlanda. The restaurant is tucked away in a hidden corner, but it's worth the trek. Everything looked so good on the menu, so me and one of my coworkers decided to get the three-course meal, which consists of: Salmon from Fröya with crispy potatoes, sandefjord sauce, trout roe, and dill; Tender flank steak with broccolini, silver onion, tarragon, chorizo, chili-pickled carrot; and for dessert, Crème brûlée. And we weren't disappointed! All the dishes were so flavorful and amazing. We also got an order of bread and it was out of this world. read more

Hidden gem. Was very tired when we arrived in Stockholm but wanted a good meal. Happily this was nearby. Sat inside. Very nice server. I had a great cocktail. We shared mushrooms in cream Sauce. Heaven. The. I got attic char, my son got the meatballs, my daughter got lamb. All were fantastic. Would return read more

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Really loved our dinner experience here, a perfect a la carte option. Both the meatballs and the Atlantic char were pretty stellar, and I'd have been happy with either. I didn't realize I even liked lingonberries, but a spoonful of them with some meatball, potato, cucumber, and sauce really just worked so well together. Was nervous that the sauce with the meatballs would be too heavy or rich, but it was neither, and really just brought the ingredients together so well. Plus the ambiance is nice and the service really top notch. read more

Bistro Bestick - Bistro's hand-rolled meatballs - Scandinavian Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

First time in Stockholm we wanted to experience Swedish food and Bistro Bestick did not disappoint. We tried the Swedish meatballs, the chanterelle toast, the rye bread and finished with the Parmesan crème brûlée. All were absolutely fantastic. Especially the rye bread and crème brûlée. The toast was small but bursting with different flavors. Everything about the meal was great, but the bread and the brûlée are not to be missed. We didn't have a reservation so we set at the bar. The service was still exceptional. One of the best experiences we've ever had. Make a reservation and go there. read more

We found the is Bistro online steers so glad we did. They seated us in the glassed in room on the side which was perfect. The hostess was able to find us a table and our waiter, David, took care of us like we were regulars. Very professional service. I had Chanterelle mushroom toast that was delicious. My husband had the homemade Swedish meatballs with whipped potatoes and sauce. Attentive wait staff that helped each other. They all seemed to enjoy working there so the atmosphere was relaxing and pleasant. We enjoyed it so much we had an after dinner drink which we rarely do. I would say it's worth a trip if souping the area. read more

Our first dinner at Stockholm and the first taste of Swedish food. We got lucky and found a place late in the evening. Meatballs and the salmon starter were just fab! The arctic char just damn cool read more

We went for the meatballs and they were delicious. We had the rye bread with pickled onion butter. Nice wine list. A reservation was required but we didn't have one. The staff accommodated us with a little bit of a wait. No problem for us. We spent a little time strolling on Drottning Gatan. read more

Bistro Bestick - Swedish meatballs with mashed potatoes, lingonberry and pickled cucumbers. - Scandinavian Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

Best meal we had in Sweden! We always look at restaurant reviews before trying and many end up falling short of expectations but this place is really exceptional and exceeded our expectations. First, the food was phenomenal. We had the lunch special fish and chicken and both were delicious. We got a very generous pour of wine. We prices are amazing for the value you get. And best of all, the staff is so friendly and attentive. The owner himself is super nice and funny and his daughter also works at the restaurant. It's a true family owned business. At the end I left my sunglasses at the table and she walked almost two blocks to find me to give them to me. Such nice people, amazing food, and exceptional service! read more

Bistro Bestick - Scandinavian Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

If I could give this place a minus 3 I would. The scallop appetizer was just slivers of one scallop, the beer was warm, the waiter was poor ( he forgot to bring our meal, the lamb had a lot of grizzle, the waiter forgot part of our order, as I waited forever for our check the waiter forgot that too (we had to ask another waitress to bring it). Hey, the water was cold! read more

Unbelievable food! Had the best meal here! We started with the crispy potato appetizer and the scallops appetizer which were both delicious. The scallops were so fresh and the citrus flavors of the dish paired well with the other components. I had the Arctic char entree which was definitely one of the most delicious fish dishes I have ever had. It was perfectly cooked and had so much flavor. It was savory, it was tart, it was sweet, it had texture, it truly had it all! The Mr. had the flank steak which he also loved. We finished with the creme brûlée and the almond cake which were both fantastic. The service was great and the atmosphere was cool and delicious romantic. A very memorable meal during our time in Stockholm! read more

This is the first place you should go in Stockholm and try out their authentic Swedish meatballs. They are delicious! Great place, great food and great experience with the staff! read more

Bistro Bestick - Classic Swedish Meatballs - Scandinavian Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

For how expensive everything is in Sweden, Bistro Bestick is definitely a bargain for the quality of the food. Everything we tried were great - and the 3 course meal is very reasonable. Whatever you do get, the scallop appetizer is not to be missed! Just be warned: come early if you don't have a reservation. They were turning people away around 7:30pm as they were "full for the night." read more

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This was my first formal meal in Sweden and I am so glad this is where I chose to go. I ordered the 5 course meal and even though some of the food combinations sounded strange together, every course was amazing. The service was friendly and the atmosphere was nice. read more

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The foods and services were incredibly good. The cod and rye bread were excellent. The strawberry dessert was delicious and seasonal fresh.

The food was amazing and the service was excellent. We did not have a reservation and they accommodated us. Would definitely recommend. read more

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Absolutely loved Bistro Bestick! Intimate restaurant with fantastic service, incredible mains, great desert. Ordered the flank steak, cod, and creme brûlée which were all paired perfectly. With a rotating menu, I'd love to come back here again. Tip: You will most likely need to a reservation. The first night we tried to eat here they were booked. When we came back with a reservation, in the little over an hour that we were there they had at least 6 groups of people come in asking for anything available. They were fully booked up. read more

This was our first meal in Stockholm and it did not disappoint! We walked in on a Thursday night and were able to snag a seat at the small bar. Would recommend making a reservation in advance in the future as the dining room area is small. The Swedish bread (Which I believe was made with rye and honey) was warm and delicious before our meal. I had the hand rolled Swedish meatballs which couldn't even compare to the IKEA meatballs I've known all my life! They were mouth watering...and the picked cucumbers, lingonberries and creamy mash potatoes complimented it very well. Service here was also friendly- and the servers were attentive and took care of us. Great first dining experience to kick off our trip and would recommend I you're visiting Stockholm for a nice, hearty meal! read more

Bistro Bestick - Hand rolled Swedish Meatballs - Scandinavian Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

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You WILL need a reservation. This place is small and they turned away so many walk-ins while we were seated. Ordered; 1. Classic Meatball dish - mushroom sauce was excellent. The meatball was a bit densely packed for my liking but that's just me being picky. 5 stars 2. Venison with truffles - are you freaking kidding me? Melt in your mouth venison, perfectly seasoned. 10 stars 3. Some kind of red wine - Kudos to our server. I ordered a red wine, had a taste, hated it, and she suggested a smoother Zinfandel instead. 5 stars to both her and the Zin 4. House Rye bread and organizing butter - freebies that taste as good as the rest of the meal? Slap more on my plate please. 5 stars. 5. We had kids and they offered us an off the menu smaller portion of meatballs for cheaper. My kids are gluttons and ordered the much more expensive adult entrees If I had any critique - there was a large table in the middle of the restaurant being insanely rowdy and at one point started singing (kid you not) ABBA. I mean cmon people. I had hoped perhaps the severs would ask them to tone it down as it did ruin the atmosphere but not the food. I was there with my children and they were better behaved than these drunk idiots. Anyway make a ressie and enjoy the food! read more

Hmmmm, not sure if dinner service is so different than lunch but after 1 week in Sweden this was by far the worst meal we've eaten. I ordered the gravlax because I love gravlax. It seemed like it was turning, not quite bad but definitely turning. I couldn't eat it and it had a funky smell despite the lemon I squeezed all over it. Then I ordered the Swedish sirloin. Barf!! I made my husband smell it and he too thought it smelled like poo! My dad is a butcher, I know meat. Sadly I don't think the steak was bad but whatever spice they use is rank. The vegetables were great & the waitress pleasant thus the two stars. read more