The Top 10 Brunch Spots In Södermalm, Sweden

Chokladkoppen

Located in a charming square in Södermalm is the colorful Chokladkoppen, a busy brunch spot renowned for its rich and creamy hot chocolate and laid-back atmosphere. The outdoor tables are packed here during the summer and provide a great setting in which to people watch and enjoy a glass of wine, and in the winter the chic interior invites guests to come in and indulge in some white chocolate cheesecake or a black forest gateau.

Address and Telephone: Chokladkoppen, Stortorget 18, Stockholm, Sweden +46 (0)20 31 70

White chocolate cheesecake I © Austin Matherne/Flickr

This Bistro/Grill is unlike any other culinary destination in town. Think Parisian bistro meets Texan grill and you’ll get an idea of what it’s about, a fusion of two cultures which results in enormous portions of seriously good food. Mediterranean and modern French fare here is served in an American style, with top brunch picks being the shrimps in dill and mayonnaise, and the Jerusalem artichoke soup with toast.
Address and Telephone: Bistro Ruby & Grill Ruby, Österlånggatan 14, Stockholm, Sweden/60 15

Gildas Rum

Gildas Rum is one of Södermalm’s most frequented cafés, a place attracting a trendy crowd of urban hipsters and students who come to drink coffee in the chic surroundings. The typically Scandanavian decor, incorporating clean lines and patterned floor tiles, forms an appealing setting in which to enjoy an array of sandwiches, yoghurts and smoothies. There is also a variety of sweet pastries available, and the raspberry and orange juice blend is refreshing and tasty.
Address and Telephone: Gildas Rum, Skånegatan 79, Stockholm, Sweden +46 (0)714 77 98

Spring blossoms in Sodermalm I © Let Ideas Compete/Flickr

Café String

Eclectic and quirky are two words which well describe Café String. The former furniture shop remembers its roots and still sells a range of charming handmade furnishings, whilst now simultaneously offering amazing breakfast buffets and snack options, perfect for a quick brunch bite in Södermalm. Top menu picks here include the hot chicken and pesto sandwich, the halloumi salad and the homemade raspberry pie.
Address and Telephone: Café String, Nytorgsgatan 38, Stockholm, Sweden +46 (0)714 85 14

Kaffebar

Kaffebar is a neighborhood hangout oozing with Swedish charm, and the brunch spot where patrons can expect dark coffee, buttery pastries and a lively atmosphere. The outdoor seating here is a great place to sit and enjoy a plate of food during balmy Södermalm summers, and its central location means it’s a great starting point for an exploration of the old city.
Address and Telephone: Kaffebar, Bysistorget 6, 11821 Stockholm, Sweden +46 (0)76 875 29 92

Snickarbacken 7

Snickarbacken 7 combines a café and art gallery to create a unique and artistic brunch experience. Vintage and creative decor here encompass diners as they sit on sleek tables, and the seasonal menu on offer describes top-quality Swedish fare made using only the freshest ingredients. A speciality dish worth trying here is the räksallad, a tasty plate comprised of fluffy eggs, avocado and prawns.

Address and Telephone: Snickarbacken 7, Stockholm, Sweden +46 (0)8 684 290 09

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