Stockholm's Most Romantic Restaurants

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If you’re looking for romantic restaurants in Stockholm, you won’t have to look far. But if you don’t want just any restaurant but want one that offers that extra special bit of romance, we’ve picked out the real gems. Because whether it’s Valentine’s Day or an ordinary Friday in October, you want to give your date an evening to remember.
Last updated: April 16, 2025
From Södermalm to Östermalm, from Vasastan to Kungsholmen, and everything in between – wherever you are in Stockholm, you’ll find great restaurants for a lovely date with your partner or a new acquaintance. You’ll find everything from romantic settings deluxe with candlelight, white tablecloths, and soft music to more relaxed date environments that combine food and activities.

To help you navigate the city’s restaurant scene next time it’s time for a date, we’ve put together a guide to Stockholm’s best romantic restaurants. Just book a table and have a cozy evening.

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Dolce Vita

Dolce Vita in Kungsholmen is a great option if you want to have your date in an authentic Italian setting
Few dating environments are more romantic than the classic Italian setting. And that’s exactly what you and your date get at Dolce Vita in Kungsholmen. Checkered tablecloths, candlelight, dimmed lighting, and everything else that goes with it. In other words, a true Lady and the Tramp atmosphere. This romantic restaurant in Stockholm has been around since 1984, and over the years, many couples have had wonderful times here. Whether it’s your first date or you’re celebrating a 20th wedding anniversary with your partner, you’re guaranteed to have a great evening.

The menu at Dolce Vita has something for everyone who loves Italian cuisine. Meat, fish, vegetarian – and, of course, pasta and pizza. All prepared with love and fresh, quality ingredients. With your meal, you can share a bottle of Italian wine from the well-stocked wine cellar, and the perfect ending is one of the delicious desserts. The friendly staff deliver excellent service and make sure you have a great time in every way. Here, as the name tells, it’s all about the good life – perfect for a date.

Kungsholmsgatan 16, Kungsholmen

Allegrine

Allegrine Stockholm
Treat your loved one to a five-star French dinner experience at Allegrine

Top-notch food from the French kitchen in a cozy setting made for romance – does that sound like a good setup for Valentine’s Day? Then take your favorite person to Allegrine, which is located in the middle of town by the little square on Kammakargatan, a cross street from Sveavägen. This romantic restaurant in Stockholm is run by well-respected restaurateurs who have many top restaurants on their resumes. Here you and your date can enjoy delicious food and impeccable service, and the friendly atmosphere is the icing on the cake.

Allegrine is named after one of the owner’s grandmother, and the restaurant’s main source of inspiration is childhood memories from her kitchen in France. It’s all about straightforward, simple French food made from quality ingredients that follow the seasons, and the menu features a wide range of delicious dishes. Guinea fowl, red shrimp, Linderöds pig, cod, rooster, and Iberico are just a few examples. Book early, the tables fill up quickly, and prepare for a French dining experience at its best. A better Valentine’s evening is hard to find.

Kammakargatan 22, Norrmalm/City

Da Peppe

Romantic restaurant in the heart of Old Town
When it comes to romantic experiences, nothing beats an authentic Italian restaurant. That’s exactly what you’ll find at Da Peppe in Gamla Stan. Their own description captures it well – an Italian kitchen in the heart of Stockholm. Here you can enjoy a cozy atmosphere, fast and friendly service and of course really good food and drinks.

As for the menu, it is classically Italian and at the same time varied. There’s something for everyone, including vegetarians, vegans and those who need something gluten-free. In addition to pizza, there is a range of delicious pasta dishes to choose from. When it comes to meat, there’s Black Angus entrecote, rack of lamb – or why not beef medallions? From the sea, there are perfectly sautéed giant prawns, grilled salmon loin and fried sea bass on Mediterranean ice.

Da Peppe is a restaurant as perfect for a first date or Valentine’s Day surprise as it is for a wedding anniversary celebration. It’s definitely worth a visit.

Stora Nygatan 3, Old Town

Il Tempo

Best restaurants for Valentine's Day in Stockholm

Cozy and romantic atmosphere in Il Tempo

Il Tempo is a charming Italian restaurant and bar on Södermalm in Stockholm. The cozy room with its timeless decor and fantastic zebra wallpaper is a bit dark, perfect for a romantic dinner. The atmosphere is personal and relaxed and the Italian food, with influences from New York, is a culinary experience. Handmade pasta, wood-fired pizzas, meat, and fish are on the menu and there is guaranteed to be something for everyone. Or why not choose one of the restaurant’s menus “per due”, for two, then you’ll get to taste a few different dishes. The wine list is both extensive and of high quality. Finish with a yummy dessert or maybe the house’s signature after-dinner cocktail – an espresso martini.

Högbergsgatan 40, Södermalm

Elie’s

Elie's - Lebanese restaurant
Is delicious small Lebanese dishes your recipe for Valentine’s Day? Then Elie’s is the place to be

Take your Valentine to Elie’s in Södermalm and enjoy authentic Lebanese food at its best. At this intimate and beautifully decorated Lebanese restaurant, you can enjoy delicious and flavorsome meze prepared with love according to all the tricks of the trade. Perfect for a cozy Valentine’s Day date, in other words. The family-run restaurant has been around for over 25 years and knows how to deliver a dining experience beyond the ordinary.

Elie’s Valentine’s Day menu includes 13 delicious mezes – cold and hot, classics and more modern touches – that’ll take you on a fantastic culinary journey through a thousand-year-old food culture. Fattouch, hummus, baba ghanouge, fatayer, and falafel are just some of the Lebanese delights served. With your meal, you can toast with a glass of local Lebanese wine from the Bekaa Valley, further enhancing the flavors. Book a table and get ready for an evening to remember.

Katarina Bangata 71, Södermalm

Michelangelo

Michelangelo

Candlelight and well-cooked Italian food – the perfect recipe for a romantic night out

A perfect Valentine’s Day dinner is served at Michelangelo Trattoria in Old Town. In a Lady and the Tramp atmosphere with candlelight and pleasant music, well-cooked Italian food is served. Stroll through Stockholm’s oldest district, Old Town, to maximize the romantic experience. The food is prepared from the ground up, with love for Italian cuisine.

Västerlånggatan 62, Old Town

Florentine

Have a romantic date in a fabulous environment at Florentine
If you’re looking for a romantic evening in a setting reminiscent of a glamorous Italian movie classic from the 70s, book a table at Florentine. It’s a perfect date spot for Valentine’s Day (and any other day). This modern and exclusive trattoria, located at Medborgarplatsen in Södermalm, has been inspired by Italian disco culture, and the atmosphere is always on point. The 500-square-meter venue has an extraordinary interior, including handmade chandeliers, historic hand-carved marble statues, a beautifully striped marble floor, a theatrical open kitchen, and more.

The food is of the same high standard as the decor, and you can enjoy handmade pasta, Neapolitan pizza with fresh toppings, and many other Italian classics, including several main courses with meat and fish. Whichever dish you choose, the focus is on high-quality ingredients and genuine craftsmanship. The drinks menu is also of a high standard, and before dinner, don’t miss a pre-dinner drink at the magnificent 360-degree cocktail bar with an impressive range of homemade cocktails. Romance and Italy are a match made in heaven, so a date at Florentine can only be a success.

Three days before Valentine’s Day, on February 11, Florentine also celebrates Galentine’s, a global celebration of women’s friendship. Bring your girls for an unforgettable evening of glitz and glamor, plus great food and drink.

Folkungagatan 44, Södermalm

Verandan Grand Hôtel

Verandan Grand Hotel

Stockholm’s romantic Verandan at Grand Hôtel – Photo: © Grand Hôtel

The recently renovated Verandan (The Veranda) at Grand Hôtel boasts sweeping views of the water and the Royal Palace but the real star here is the menu, which while firmly Swedish is not shy about trying new things using only the finest ingredients. Veranden rightfully boasts one of the best wine menus in town and is known for the impeccable and discreet service – and there’s always the option of booking a room for the night.
Södra Blasieholmshamnen 8, Norrmalm/City

Golfbaren

Treat your date to a night out at Golfbaren with mini golf, great food and drinks

Looking for a fun and relaxed date activity in Stockholm? Then Golfbaren is the perfect choice. Combining mini golf with great food, lovely surroundings, and a relaxed atmosphere, this is a complete evening activity for two. Choose between two unique indoor facilities. At Swing by Golfbaren in Vasastan, you step straight into 1930s America, where atmospheric decor meets exciting miniature golf courses, good food, and elegant cocktails. In Golfbaren Sundbyberg, an industrial-chic atmosphere awaits, with focus on both the joy of playing and culinary experiences.

During the summer, you can choose to take the date outdoors. Golfbaren Aspudden offers a lush oasis with a botanical theme, Kristineberg attracts with its charming course in a leafy castle park, and Nacka Strand offers a maritime environment by the water with views of the archipelago. Whichever venue you choose, you’re in for an experience where laughter, competitive spirit, and savoury breaks go hand in hand – perfect for a date to remember.

Surbrunnsgatan 46, Vasastan
Sundbybergs torg 1, Sundbyberg

Stadshuskällaren

Romantic restaurants in Stockholm

Enjoy delicious food at Stadshuskällaren in Stockholm’s City Hall – Photo: © Stadshuskällaren

Sometimes called the ‘Nobel Restaurant’ (this is where the annual Nobel Prize dinner is held) Stadshuskällaren is both intimate and historical, and Chef Magnus Santesson serves up dishes inspired by the wildlife of Sweden, with a strong respect for Swedish tradition. The brick walls flicker with candlelight and the location (at Stockholm’s City Hall) means a romantic walk along the water is definitely on the cards.
Stockholms Stadshus, Hantverkargatan 1, Kungsholmen

Have a wonderful night at Stockholm’s romantic restaurants


We wish you a fabulous date, filled with love and delicious food at Stockholm’s most romantic restaurants!

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