French restaurants in Stockholm

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Bouillabaisse, boeuf bourguignon, crêpes, coq au vin, ratatouille – no cuisine ranks as highly as the French and the list of tasty dishes from the country is long. And if you want to eat at French restaurants in Stockholm, you have many options. French food culture has long been a natural part of the city’s restaurant scene, and Stockholm is full of great places serving delicious French food in cozy settings. Here’s a guide to the best.
Last updated: June 25, 2024

French cuisine is loved worldwide and is said to be the foundation of all Western food cultures – while drawing inspiration from all the world’s cuisines. Gastronomy’s greatest hits, in short. And France has not only given us culinary jewels, but it was also here (in Paris) that modern restaurant culture developed.

In other words, a very important food country. And the popular French cuisine offers great variety. It ranges from sophisticated slow-cooked dishes and delicacies such as foie gras, snails, and frogs’ legs, to simpler dishes such as steak frites, which, despite all the sophisticated culinary art, is actually the most common dish in French brasseries. Cheeses and desserts also play major roles, as do wines – France is after all one of the world’s top wine-producing countries.

Find the right French restaurant in Stockholm


For many years, French cuisine has been a natural part of the Swedish capital’s restaurant scene, and you’ll find a wide range of French gems among Stockholm’s restaurants. All over the city, there are wonderful eateries that offer authentic dining experiences with both classic dishes and exciting modern elements. So it’s no problem to get the Paris feeling even though we are in more northern latitudes.

But with so many options, it’s not always easy to find the right one. That’s why we’ve put together a guide to Stockholm’s best French restaurants. Whether you’re in the mood for fine dining at a luxurious restaurant or a relaxed evening at a brasserie, you’re guaranteed to find a suitable place. Bon appétit!

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Allegrine

Allegrine
Allegrine serves excellent French food in a cozy and stylish environment
If you’re looking for a high-end dining experience with a French touch, Allegrine is an excellent choice. The restaurant has a great location in the middle of town at the small square on Kammakargatan, a cross street to Sveavägen. The restaurant is run by well-qualified restaurateurs with solid resumes, and in a cozy and stylish dining room, you and your company can enjoy delicious food and impeccable service. Plus a lovely atmosphere. In other words, it’s no surprise that tables fill up quickly so it’s a good idea to book in advance.

The name Allegrine comes from one of the owners’ grandmothers, and it’s the childhood memories from her cooking in France that have inspired the restaurant’s concept. It’s straightforward, simple food made from quality, seasonal ingredients. You can have both lunch and dinner, and the menu is packed with culinary highlights – gaufrette, steak tartare, chicken label rouge, and côte de boeuf, for example. The wine list is, of course, of the same high standard. For a maximum experience, book the “Kitchen Table”, an exclusive table for 8-12 people where you are served a specially composed menu.

Kammakargatan 22, Norrmalm/City

Bistrot Paname

Bistrot Paname doesn’t need to simulate to give its guests the right Parisian feeling – it’s rooted in the walls of this thoroughly French gem that is a long-running Stockholm French restaurant. When you enter, it’s like walking into a French feel-good movie – every detail is spot on. The staff chatter in French, cheerful chansons are played that you can’t resist humming along to, and the buzz increases in line with the clock. It’s bohemian, intimate, and very delightful.

The food, of course, matches the setting. You’ll get what you’d expect from a solid, no-frills French restaurant – frog legs, omelet, snails, bouillabaisse, and choucrout. The food is accompanied by large glasses of red wine, and you can also get a nice glass of pastis. In short, it’s a full-blown version of the French cliché in everything from food to atmosphere. So the fact that Paname is slang for Paris is entirely appropriate. Keep in mind that Bistrot Paname does not take reservations, but if the dining room is full, you’re welcome to eat at the bar.

Hagagatan 5, Vasastan
French restaurants Stockholm
French cuisine is beloved worldwide and Stockholm has plenty of excellent French restaurants

Pastis

Pastis is a restaurant in Old Town named after the iconic drink from Provance. At the quiet Köpmantorget square, in the heart of Stockholm’s coziest district, this friendly bistro offers a fabulous French experience that doesn’t disappoint any food-loving Francophile. Sit down in the cozy environment and let yourself be treated. And whether you’re on an intimate date or have dinner with friends, you and your party will enjoy it.

Pastis serves both lunch and dinner with a menu that changes with the seasons. But French home cooking is always the common thread. With your meal, you can have a suitable wine from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Loire, or another French wine region (the friendly staff are happy to guide you). In the summer, there’s also a picturesque outdoor dining area on the sidewalk, which adds to the French vibe.

Baggensgatan 12, Old Town

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Brasserie Astoria

Lovely Brasserie Astoria is located in the old Astoria cinema on the restaurant-dense street Nybrogatan. The place is run by the well-known star restaurateur Björn Frantzén with several Michelin stars on his resume. The idea of this restaurant in Östermalm is to recreate the international glory of the 1920s and 30s, and they have succeeded well in those ambitions. Here you can eat and drink well in an elegant, charming, and relaxed brasserie environment with a welcoming and international air.

The food is top-notch and to further enhance the experience, several of the dishes are completed directly at the tables on dining room trolleys. You can eat both lunch and dinner, and in the fine dining room, a large à la carte menu with both meat, fish, and vegetarian is served. On weekends, Brasserie Astoria also offers its popular brunch. The dining room is complemented by a large bar area where DJs play music while you sip on a tasty cocktail. And if you’re more into wine, there’s also a nice wine bar. In short, you have everything you could wish for.

Nybrogatan 15, Östermalm

Crêperie & Logi

At Odenplan in Vasastan, you’ll find the little gem Crêperie & Logi. The restaurant originally comes from Gotland, and they have brought the French vibes from the island and placed them with a bang in Stockholm. Here, they make delicious crêpes and galettes – French-inspired but with their own twist. Plus a big dose of soul and heart. The food is enjoyed in a lovely and cozy environment where it’s easy to feel at home.

The menu offers a wide range of crispy and savory galettes, plus crêpes that are more like classic pancakes. You’ll find both luxury alternatives and more wallet-friendly options, with exciting flavors sourced from both Sweden and the rest of the world. And there’s something for everyone – meat, chicken, fish, seafood, vegetarian, and vegan. Plus many delicious dessert crêpes. If you want the true feeling of Normandy and Brittany, drink dry cider with your food, but of course there are also other good beverages.

Surbrunnsgatan 39, Vasastan
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Many of Stockholm’s French restaurants serve delicious crêpes

Brasserie Bobonne

If you’re looking for a genuine neighborhood restaurant with a strong Parisian vibe, look no further than Brasserie Bobonne in Östermalm. Bobonne is an old French expression for housekeeper, and you’ll soon see why this French restaurant in Stockholm has chosen that name. The friendly and service-minded staff leave nothing to chance when it comes to taking care of you and your company in the best possible way.

The food served at Brasserie Bobonne is timeless French cuisine made from top-quality ingredients, sometimes mixed with a modern twist. The menu has 12 dishes, most of which are changed every two weeks and are presented on a fancy chalkboard – another detail that brings Paris to mind. Of course, there’s a wide range of tasty wines by the bottle and glass to complement the food perfectly. And if you just want to come here for a drink, there’s a nice bar, Bar Bobonne. In addition, the restaurant also has a chambre séparée for parties who want to dine in privacy.

Storgatan 12, Östermalm

Luzette

Luzette is Stockholm’s most centrally located French restaurant. In a beautiful room by the Central Station, it’s an oasis where you can drop in to escape the big city pulse for a while with good food and drink. Among the tables, you’ll find a diverse mix of guests from near and far – travelers, business people, Stockholmers, and tourists. The restaurant has two grand dining rooms (one of which is heritage-listed and dates back to 1871) and a bar that is popular for after-work hangouts.

Luzette offers lunch, dinner, and brunch (Sundays only). The menu includes French classics as well as dishes from the restaurant’s own rotisserie – always well prepared with good ingredients. During lunchtime, the plat du jour (dish of the day) is served plus an à la carte menu, and in the evening, an à la carte menu with a wide range of tasty starters, main courses, and desserts. Delicious, relaxed, and enjoyable – what more could you ask for? An art experience perhaps? Then you should check out the fantastic art on the restaurant’s walls.

Centralplan 25, Norrmalm/City

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Cassi

No guide to the Swedish capital’s French restaurants is complete without Cassi. This veteran and institution in Stockholm’s French restaurant world has been serving French food since 1954. Many Stockholmers have had their first French fries and their first taste of béarnaise sauce within these walls. The restaurant is still run by the same French family in the same location, and both the 1970s decor and the friendly neighborhood restaurant vibe are intact. The fact that so little has changed over the years makes Cassi unique – in an ever-changing world, there are few places like this left.

The art of French cooking reigns in the kitchen, and the menu offers a wide range of classic dishes in true bistro spirit. Steak Minute with béarnaise sauce, brochette de boeuf au thym, veal piccata with rice, and calf’s liver Anglais are some examples. On the lunch menu, the French can sometimes be joined by Swedish home cooking. If you’re in the mood for something sweet after dinner or something good with your coffee, there are also several delicious desserts. Serving on a tray is the rule, but that’s a part of the charm somehow. Cassi may not be for everyone, but those who like it here are happy to return, and the place has gained many regulars over the years.

Narvavägen 30, Östermalm

Enjoy food and drink at Stockholm’s best French restaurants


There you have our guide to the best French restaurants in Stockholm. Whether you’re looking to treat your partner to a cozy date with Parisian vibes, celebrate the family Francophile with a grand birthday dinner, or just don’t want to cook tonight, we hope you find a place that suits you. The city’s fantastic French restaurant scene is waiting for you. Bienvenue!

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