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    Rolfs Kök

    4.4 (211 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Smokey pineapple
    Thomas E.

    Had an incredible dinner here on a Sunday night, popped in and found a seat at the bar. The service however left a lot to be desired. I had the braised beef check with came with a potato puree. The beef was insanely tender, it just crumpled apart. The sauce was the absolute stand out here though, so deep in color it was almost black, incredible rich with a massive depth of beefy flavor. The potatoes were the perfect side to scoop up all that sauce with. Sitting at the bar which surrounded the kitchen, I thought it would be easy to get the staff's attention but it was not. I struggled to get a menu, struggled to get a drink, and it was practically impossible to pay my check by the end. The restaurant was only maybe 25% full by the time I was done, and even still I could not find anyone to help me out. I had asked for a dessert menu, which they forgot to bring, and after, no exaggeration, 30 minutes I finally was able to pay. They asked if I changed my mind about dessert, and I just said no, I just don't have any more time. Something had happened with a mischarge for another patron, and they were struggling to correct the situation, so I understand the staff was distracted with that for about 10 minutes. But after 20 more minutes of no one even being around at the bar to ask for help, I got pretty frustrated. I don't usually ding service, but when no one's even around for that long, something isn't right. I still really enjoyed my food and honestly would come back to eat that beef cheek one more time. Hopefully it was just a bad night on the service front.

    Escargot
    Denise L.

    This restaurant is in the Michelin guide, and for good reason. Make a reservation a few days' advance or you end up with the 5pm or 8:30pm dinner times. My party thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Fresh escargot with lots of garlic butter and rolls. Elk ragout was outstanding and not gamey. Iberia schnitzel and its accompaniments were all delicious. Love the way they serve the rolls standing on a skewer - what a space saver for the small tables. Server was friendly and made great suggestions. Food was not overly salty and still tasted GREAT! Good portions for a moderate appetite. A place to definitely return to next chance I get!

    Restaurant

    Incredible meal, 5 stars is not enough. So happy to have booked this one. Ox cheeks cooked perfectly and gnocchi was so delicious as well. Hats off to the chef's. A must try while in Stockholm.

    Blackened Char
    Sam M.

    I think the only way to describe the staff here is as a well oiled machine. i went with two friends and sat at the bar overlooking the kitchen. I was thoroughly impressed at how well run the kitchen is. The team had such great attention to detail and really took pride in every dish they put out. My friends and I ordered the char, pork chop, chickpea ragu, white asparagus, jamon iberico, and madeleines. Everything was delicious. My two favorite things were the pork chop and the Madeleines. The pork chop was filled with a mushroom filling and cooked perfectly. The madeleines were crispy, cakey and citrussy. The caramel crème was really good as well. Overall this is definitely a must go if you are ever in Stockholm.

    Rolf's actual kok (2)
    Martyn L.

    Rolf's Kok is a modern European restaurant in the core of Stockholm that serves a broad range of high quality cuisine in a great environment. It had been on our list to visit while we were in the city, and we finally managed to go just before the end of our trip. The restaurant is located near a pedestrian zone, but somehow we managed to find parking very nearby. The menu is pretty large and diverse, and prices are reasonable. The interior is modern with fun touches like extra chairs hung on the wall. Service was excellent at all times - with friendly, flexible, helpful staff, prompt food delivery a great environment. Food quality was very good. I had a charcuterie and the pork chop - both great, and everyone loved their food. Overall this was a splendid experience. Strongly recommended. PS: I admit we did laugh about the innuendo inherent in the name (which means Kitchen in Swedish), but that wasn't the reason we ate here. Not the only reason, at least.

    Bread
    Kann T.

    The food is amazing will definitely go back. The place is a bit on the smaller side so the seats are a bit tight but the atmosphere is great. The server is very attentive and is very helpful.

    Sourdough bread tower
    Judy C.

    Wow, fantastic execution! I went in not having terribly high expectations because the menu read like so many other menus of Swedish/gastropub type of food. However, the way Rolf's Kok made the dishes were just sooo good that I was blown away. Service was friendly. The wine/beer/liquor list was good one with pretty reasonable prices for the quality. I've had braised ox cheeks (and similarly, short ribs) before that have been really good, but this one blew them all away. The cheeks were meltingly tender without being mushy or dry with a bit of fat in between the muscle fibers to create a silky texture in your mouth. The sauce was probably the best red wine sauce I've ever had - great consistency, not too salty, the wine not too acidic or strong, with a hint of sweetness to balance it all out. The accompanying truffled mashed potatoes were also amazing. No over reliance on butter or cream - just pure potato and truffle flavor with real bits of truffle instead of truffle oil/salt/powder/butter. The seafood stew was also quite good. There was plenty of seafood in the stew. The fish, mussels and shrimp in the stew were all perfectly cooked. If I had one nitpick, it'd be that there were too many vegetables in the stew. For dessert, we had chocolate pudding. Simple, but so good. Several other types nearby ordered the entrecôte, and I'd love to come back and try that too.

    Ox cheek with truffle potatoes

    Food was excellent! Sat outside, waiter was friendly. Had the ox cheek, escargot, the banana and chocolate dessert. My son had the fish stew and Madeline's, both very good. Would definitely recommend! Just off the main road so not noisy.

    Ox dish with truffle potatoes
    Caroline D.

    All around a good experience for me! From the rolls they bring out pierced on a tall pin like a spinal cord, right down to the flavors in all the dishes, you will have a pleasant experience. I enjoyed the tofu dish, wish was a delightful pairing of medium soft tofu inside a crispy outer shell. Texturally devine. There were spicy pickles and cilantro to add to the already present mixture of spices (pan-Asian, sweet and spicy). The rice was super buttery, almost like sticky rice but not quite. The soup of the day was tomato, with tons of thyme and not too much tomato. Lovely. Also enjoyed a nice bottle of Gautheron white for the table. All around, so good! Really nice staff, as well. Thank y'all!

    the chefs!
    Brittany S.

    This is one of the BEST restaurants I've ever eaten at. Everyone loved their meals. Between our group we ordered the ox cheek, the salmon, the steak, the seafood stew, and the pork chop. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meal. The service was also incredible.

    Schelly Y.

    Rolfs Kok has fun decor. They have hooks everywhere where they hang chairs and such and people hang their coats. I started with the minestrone which was not like any other minestrone I have ever had but still good. The vegetables had a bit more crunch than I expected. The flounder was delicious on its own without the hollandaise sauce. We were quite pleased with the Danish donut. Doughy inside and crispy outside! Friterade Marconamandlar 55 Deep-fried Marcona almonds Minestrone med bondbönor, sherry & parmesan 125 Minestrone with broad beans, sherry & parmesan Carpaccio av svensk biff med burrata & sommartryffel 215 Carpaccio of Swedish sirloin with burrata & summer truffles Flundrarygg med sparrishollandaise & färskpotatis 315 Flounder on the bone with asparagus hollandaise sauce & new potatoes Fläskkorv med Pata Negra, gräddkokta grönsaker & råstekt potatis 265 Pork sausage with Pata Negra, creamed vegetables & fried potatoes Dansk munk med hallon & vanilj 75 Danish doughnut with raspberries & vanilla

    Oxtail with truffled mashed potatoes

    Walking around looking for a dinner place and stumbled upon here. I sat at the bar and got a beer and the ox tail which was recommended to me by the bartender. I've never had oxtail but I found it surprisingly good and it reminded me of a good short rib. The sauce it was in was delicious and the side of truffle mashed potatoes was a good touch. It's a little on the pricier side, but for the quality and atmosphere I did not mind.

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    Food and ambience is amazing at this restaurant. Need to make a reservation it is very popular.

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    We had delicious and creative meals and an excellent server. She always knew when to check in but didn't hover. Strongly recommended!

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    Fantastic food and service. You will want to plan ahead and make reservations as this place gets busy.

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    Awesome food & Great service! One of the top places to dine when you're in Stockholm.

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    Bistro Bestick - Arctic char

    Bistro Bestick

    4.6(173 reviews)
    0.6 kmCity
    $$

    My husband has a knack for picking the best restaurants just by randomly walking by and suggesting…read morethem, 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!

    We arrived in Stockholm after a long train ride and found this restaurant through a quick search of…read morenearby 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.

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    Frantzén - White asparagus tartlette

    Frantzén

    4.9(14 reviews)
    0.5 kmCity

    A once-in-a-lifetime experience and meal for anyone lucky enough to snag a reservation…read more Reservations open at 10 am on the first of the month for the following month and will go quickly, within a couple of minutes, so for a restaurant 15 years in, is still a hot spot to be. I planned my whole Stockholm trip around coming here, and was lucky enough to snag a solo reservation for dinner the last night of my trip in May 2025. Truly nothing comes close to the overall service & hospitality experience and quality of the food and drinks. I have dietary restrictions (no red meat), that they could accommodate with no problem and even provide a printed menu that represented my exact substitutions, which rarely happens for me. The night I came, Björn Frabtzén received a third Michelin star at Frantzén's sister restaurant in Dubai, becoming the only chef in the world to helm three 3-Michelin star restaurants simultaneously, and my experience here really shows why they are the best of the best. You enter from a lobby and are greeted by a host who will guide you through the experience. I had the opportunity to use the restroom and then got a peak into some of the meats I'd be enjoying for my meal in the entryway itself. You then go up an elevator to the Lounge, where you get your first look at the drink menu and your first bites. Frantzén was one of the first restaurants to really champion this experience of moving from room to room for different courses and it sets an ambiance almost of eating at someone's home. It's casual but decadent and the chefs walk you through all of the ingredients you're about to enjoy while casually chit chatting and enjoying the best canapés of your life. After the starters, you're taken through the prep kitchen and the wine cellar to the actual restaurant, which is a large open kitchen where you get to watch the chefs work while enjoying your meal. I was celebrating my birthday, and despite getting the NA pairing (which was excellent minus one drink towards the end) had so many additional generous free pours of incredible wines and champagne throughout the night. Well worth it, as their sommelier won best sommelier at the Scandinavia Michelin ceremony one month later in June 2025, and some of the glasses they gave me for free were easily $100 a piece. Come hungry, because you'll leave stuffed beyond belief for a 5-6 hour meal (and can always hang out longer if the restaurant hasn't closed up for the night.) This menu is legendary and best to go in without too many spoilers, but I had the best dish of my life - the tear drop peas chanwamushi - sweet, so tender, unreal. Another guest told me they wait all year for pea season to get this version of the dish. After dinner, you move back into the lounge where you're treated to after dinner drinks, teas, light sweets (that they will box up for you if you're too full) and the famous cardamom, brown butter, and Madeira madeleines. These mini-versions of madeleines come in a set of 9, are made fresh to order, and are refilled for however long you want to sit and enjoy the ambiance and chat at the end of the night. I felt like over the course of this part in particular, I made friends with other diners and the staff and had one of the most memorable and enjoyable experiences of my life. Frantzén is one of the best in the world (and if Reddit is to be believed, the very best) for a reason.

    It was good, probably closer to a 4.5. The location is beautiful. Even their bathrooms are nice…read more However, perhaps it's because I ate at Zen already, but I felt it wasn't as special. I was celebrating my birthday there and there was no recognition of that except on the bill, which we found odd. Service otherwise was great. Lots of attention to detail. They served their famous French toast dish, but I preferred the truffle version instead.

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    Råraka - exceptional

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    Knut Restaurang & Bar AB - Arctic Char & Forest Raspberry (drink)

    Knut Restaurang & Bar AB

    4.3(71 reviews)
    0.2 kmVasastan, City
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    We sat at the bar (didn't have a chance to get reservations), and thoroughly enjoyed the…read moreexperience! It's a lovely ambiance and our seats provided a view of the plates coming out and the bartender (2nd day!) was exceptional - made us laugh and enjoyed ourselves. The seasonal mixed drinks were fantastic - a taste of Sweden! The Skogs hallon (Forest Raspberry) was 'the taste of Christmas!' Dinner was in a word, impeccable! I had the gnocchi, which was a perfect combination of flavors! When in Stockholm, this is a place to get reservations!

    My family lives in Sweden, so I visit here often. I have eaten at "Knut Restaurang & Bar" a number…read moreof times, mostly because Stockholm is obsessed with mediocre Mexican food, and Scando-knock-off versions of Italian Pizza (both of which I get better in the states). But "Knut Restaurang & Bar" is different. It embraces traditional Swedish cuisine, and actually creates something New out of it. And this is exactly what I look for when I eat overseas: a a new angle on the country's traditional cuisine. "Knut Restaurang & Bar" offers the cuisine of Northern Sweden, focusing on Reindeer, Moose, and northern Snow-Birds. It's quite enlightening, and delicious too. Christmas at "Knut Restaurang & Bar" is a Holiday Spectacle. The Christmas season is HUGE in Sweden, with "Jul Afton" (Christmas Eve) being the most important day of the year. And on this day "Knut Restaurang" does not disappoint. Decorations are hung, holiday music is played, and the menu is altered to honor the traditional dishes of this special night. The service here is good.

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    Knut Restaurang & Bar AB - Fresh gnocchi with Lingonfrost (drink)

    Fresh gnocchi with Lingonfrost (drink)

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    Stockholms Gästabud - Swedish sausage

    Stockholms Gästabud

    4.6(103 reviews)
    1.7 kmGamla stan
    $$

    This was our favorite dinner from our entire time in Stockholm. It had everything -- cozy/romantic…read morevibes, outstanding service, and delicious food. Everything you'd need for the perfect meal out! They do not accept reservations and we went on a Sunday evening around 8:30 pm. We waited about 30 minutes, but boy was it worth it! We were seated at a cute little corner table that had pads on the benches, right next to a window to see the street. Lighting was dim and cozy. Service was the best I've had in recent memory. Our waitress was peppy despite having to deal with a long line and probably a long day. She was friendly, attentive, and so cheerful! 100/10. We started with the reindeer salad since my bf had never had reindeer before. While the reindeer seemed less cooked than expected, by the end he really liked the mix of flavors and thought it paired well with the salad. We both got the Swedish meatballs for our entrees and loved them! We both loved the pickled cucumbers and lingonberries. The lingonberries pair so well with the meat! While there are only 3 meatballs, they were so huge neither of us could finish all of them. Especially because I wanted to save room for dessert: the sponge cake! While it didn't look like much on presentation, it was surprisingly moist and the cream and berries were absolutely delicious. My bf said he was only going to have one bite (he's not a big dessert guy) but instead ended up eating half! Highly recommend! Overall would come back again just for the vibes, service, dessert, and to probably try another entree, which I'm sure would be good as well! If you don't know where to eat and want a memorable night out, come here!!

    Such a cute little restaurant in the middle of old town. They don't take reservations so we did…read morehave to wait outside about 15-20 minutes during prime dinner time. It's very cozy and homey inside, great for a date night or dinner with a few friends. My husband and I ordered a bottle of wine and shared the reindeer fillet mixed salad which was so good. It was light and refreshing and not gamey at all. For entrees we both ordered the Swedish meatballs which were delicious. Glad I didn't have to share my plate! We were stuffed afterwards so didn't try dessert. I would definitely come back here again next time I'm in town!

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    Buttered salmon

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