Easter doesn’t get nearly enough recognition as a foodie occasion, if you ask us. Not only is it the one time of year when chocolate and hot cross bun consumption has no caloric impact on our bodies (we don’t make the rules), but for those who have the joy of living in a place with distinct seasonal changes, the holiday marks a transitional period in how we collectively eat. With longer, warmer days becoming more frequent, produce has started to reach its peak in flavour and nutritional value. As a result, home kitchens and restaurant menus begin to usurp the rich, hearty comfort food that got us through winter, making way for lighter, more vibrant dishes that celebrate the freshness of spring. If you’re spending Easter in Stockholm, you’ll find no shortage of restaurants serving up seasonal delights – here’s where to go.
Bakfickan
Part of the Mälarpaviljongen family, Bakfickan Bar & Bistro is where you go for a relaxed yet stylish Easter meal that leans into the joys of meze-style dining. Their seasonal menu is built for sharing, making it the perfect spot for a long, leisurely lunch with friends or family.
With dishes like marinated beets, silky burrata, and fresh-baked bread begging to be torn apart and dipped into house-made hummus, Bakfickan fully embraces the spirit of communal eating. Their shakshuka – a warming, spiced tomato dish with poached eggs – is a fitting nod to Easter, while the truffle risotto is pure heaven. After dinner, be sure to swing by Mälarpaviljongen – Stockholm’s best queer hangout by the water.
Restaurang J
Dining by the sea is always a treat, but there’s something about spring – the shifting light, the first real hints of warmth – that makes it feel that extra bit magical. That is why many Stockholmers like to get out into the archipelago and stop by Restaurant J for their Eastertime dinner.
A short boat ride from central Stockholm, this maritime brasserie in Nacka Strand fully embraces its aquatic setting, with a menu centred around fresh seafood and classic Swedish flavours. You’ll find favourites like Maine lobster, oysters and Toast Skagen on the à la carte menu, alongside beautifully prepared fish dishes (perfect for Good Friday) that taste like the very essence of spring. If you’re in a group, we recommend grabbing a table on the sun-lit terrace and going for one of the shareable seafood platters.
Café Klotet
There’s something refreshing about a restaurant that knows exactly what it wants to be. Café Klotet is one of those places. It serves food without pretense – dishes that are simple, satisfying, and full of flavour, making a solid choice of restaurant for those spending their Easter in Stockholm.
The menu here is all about rustic, no-fuss cooking: crab stew with buttered toast, rooster curry with pilau rice, and fish balls with creamy mashed potato are just a few of the dishes on offer, beside a variety of delicious snacks perfect for a more casual, drink-focused visit. And speaking of drinks, Café Klotet boasts a hefty wine list so you’ll have plenty of options in that department. If the weather permits, grab a seat on the terrace and soak in the city views.
Ett Hem Kitchen
True to its name – Ett Hem translates to ‘a home’ in Swedish – this luxury hotel offers a dining experience that feels more like a gathering of old friends than a restaurant reservation, making it especially suited to solo travellers and couples staying in Stockholm for Easter.
The daily-changing menu is a celebration of seasonal ingredients, prepared with heart and soul. One evening might bring a delicate herb-laced fish dish, another a perfectly roasted spring lamb with brightly coloured vegetables. Whether you’re seated in the greenhouse, by the kitchen’s farm table, or out in the courtyard, Ett Hem fosters a rare kind of dining experience – one where the food, the company, and the setting blend seamlessly into something deeply personal. If Easter is about togetherness, Ett Hem Kitchen is where you’ll feel it most.