My favourite neighbourhood restaurant is called Lilla Ego, in Vasastan (mains from £23; lillaego.com). It’s Swedish food without all the fatty parts, and not expensive. They do a daily menu of improvised cooking that’s seasonal and fresh – things such as tuna with wasabi, coconut and cauliflower or reindeer with mushroom, pea and pepper.

Lilla Ego is led by two award-winning chefs, Daniel Räms and Tom Sjöstedt, who focus on creating innovative Swedish dishes with a twist. It has paid off – Sjöstedt has created the Nobel Prize banquet dinner two years in a row. The tiny dining room has an open view of the kitchen, and the evening’s menu is handwritten on big white sheets.

It's often nice to have dinner company, but sometimes it makes a nice change to eat out alone – and considering how tricky it can be to get a table at Lilla Ego, it's actually an advantage to come here on your own. This popular neighbourhood restaurant, run by Tom Sjöstedt and Daniel Räms, always has a couple of spots available at the kitchen counter for walk-in guests, where you can enjoy beautifully crafted dishes while watching the chefs at work in the kitchen. Now doesn't that sound like an evening to remember?

Exposed red brickwork, low-hanging metal lampshades, and daily specials scrawled on paper posters set the tone for this understated neighborhood restaurant in the Vasastan district. There is a short seasonal menu with a strong focus on Nordic root vegetables, fish and seafood, like lobster with celery and ginger, slow-cooked pork accompanied by cauliflower, or chanterelle mushrooms with elder and buttered turbot.

Lilla Ego, a Michelin-recognized gem in Stockholm, serves as a canvas for Chefs Tom Sjöstedt and Daniel Räms’s culinary artistry. The atmosphere is a deliberate contrast: a laid-back, almost informal vibe sets the stage for sophisticated dishes that draw from traditional Swedish fare with innovative twists. Amidst brick walls and handwritten menus, diners are treated to a front-row seat in the open kitchen.

Lilla Ego is a neighborhood bistro in Vasastan, known for its relaxed atmosphere and professional service. It offers an a la carte menu with dishes crafted with a keen eye for flavor and texture, including vegetarian options. Despite its popularity leading to sometimes challenging table reservations, Lilla Ego ensures availability for walk-ins with eight bar counter seats and room for larger groups.

Lilla Ego, nestled in Stockholm’s Vasastan, offers a unique blend of Swedish culinary tradition and innovation. Run by two award-winning chefs, this neighborhood gem serves up luxurious yet affordable dishes in a cozy, informal setting. Its popularity is evident, with a lively atmosphere and a chance to watch the magic happen from counter seats overlooking the kitchen.

Star chefs Daniel Räms and Tom Sjöstedt’s unpretentious bistro (the chefs painted the walls themselves) is at the forefront of the city’s current trend for serious cooking in laid-back surroundings. Vegetables take centre stage – one of the most popular dishes, grönsakskärlek (literally ‘vegetable love’), is a culinary poem to all things green and good.

At this boho-chic restaurant in Vasastan, owned by two award-winning chefs, it’s all about ‘gastro-lux’ Swedish food at reasonable prices. The menu changes frequently on the wall- mounted chalkboard, but some of their classics can be found on the regular menu as well. Sample the matjessill with egg yolk, a true test even for well-travelled taste buds.

If you’re looking for a neighborhood restaurant serving rustic Swedish dishes in an unpretentious setting, then Lilla Ego is your spot. Chef Tom Sjöstedt has created somewhat of an institution in the district of Vasastan. With a Bib Gourmand in the Michelin Guide for many years and a reputation among foodies, bookings can be hard to secure.

Lilla Ego is well known for being run by three Chefs of the Year in Sweden and for being fully booked. However, you can come early and wait around for one of the drop in seats to be free, you will not be alone, nor disappointed. Although people come for the food, we also like to go there for the wine and relaxed ambiance.

Stockholm's most up-to-date restaurant is the Lilla Ego in the Vasastan district. Owners Daniel Rams and Tom Sjöstedt offer creative Swedish cuisine in a small venue with exposed brick walls, which is chic without being pretentious. Order the cod with cabbage, cauliflower and grapefruit (31 Euros), paired with craft beer.

Stripped back, bare, rugged yet cosy Lilla Ego is a new restaurant in the trendy residential district of Vasastan from a pair of award-winning chefs, Tom Sjöstedt and Daniel Räms. Small yet very well-formed, Lilla Ego offers high end dishes at seriously good value with an emphasis on seasonality.

Lilla Ego is a culinary gem in Stockholm, offering innovative Nordic cuisine with a modern twist. Chefs Daniel Räms and Tom Sjöstedt, both with Michelin-star experience, helm this intimate restaurant. The menu changes frequently, showcasing seasonal ingredients and creative techniques.

Lilla Ego is a recently opened neighborhood restaurant in Vasastan, just off Odenplan, where the love for Swedish food shines through in every dish. The two owners are award-winning chefs who serve luxurious food, at a very decent price level and in a cosy and informal environment.

Photo credit: liilaegokrog on instagram (taken from the Michelin guide’s website). Among the top 1% of restaurants in Stockholm, this homey little spot serving Swedish classics is Michelin-starred for a reason. Often fully booked for months, you better plan in advance.

Lilla Ego, which translates to ‘small ego,’ perfectly describes this Vasastan neighbourhood gem. With its compact size, exposed brick walls, and vintage furniture, the modest yet homely space lets the food speak for itself. And boy, does the food deliver.

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A popular spot among locals, Lilla Ego offers a menu that changes with the seasons, ensuring fresh and innovative dishes. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Lilla Ego (@lillaegokrog)

On the very high end, Lilla Ego, Aloë, Matbaren, Tak or Eksted will leave you absolutely inspired by the pan European approach to truly fantastic Nordic food. Just bring a healthy wallet.

Lilla Ego, Solen, Michelin two-starred Aira, the vegan Hermans and Sturehof are hailed for the quality of their food as well as their sustainable credentials.

Small, but packing that all-important proverbial punch, Lilla Ego is one of the best restaurants in Stockholm for dinner thanks to its acclaimed reputation.