Babette

Babette is a small, lively neighbourhood restaurant on Roslagsgatan in Vasastan, and it has become one of the most popular casual places to eat in this part of the city. The Michelin Guide Sweden 2026 awards it a Bib Gourmand, the distinction for good food at good value, and describes a relaxed atmosphere with good music, tight seating and two chefs cooking in a very small kitchen. It works as a restaurant and a wine bar at the same time.

The menu is short and changes often. Most tables order the pizza of the day, which is the dish Babette is best known for, alongside a changing selection of small plates designed for sharing. Examples mentioned by the Michelin Guide include ricotta with mushrooms and potatoes, and veal tartare with colatura and parmesan.

The room is compact and the tables are close together, so it is not the place for a quiet, private conversation, but the buzz is a big part of the appeal. Counter seats are available, and there is a terrace in the warmer months. Pets are welcome throughout, according to the Michelin Guide.

Babette suits couples, small groups of friends and solo diners who enjoy eating at a counter. It is open every day from 17:00 to 01:00, so it is a good choice for an early dinner or a late bite. Arriving at opening time gives the best chance of a table without a booking, while later in the evening the room is at its busiest. Book a table through the restaurant's website, especially at weekends, as the dining room fills quickly; reservations are handled by the restaurant itself. Prices are moderate by Stockholm standards, which helps explain its popularity with locals. If you arrive without a booking, try early in the evening, when it is easier to find a seat at the counter, and order a pizza to share alongside two or three small plates.

Roslagsgatan is in the eastern part of Vasastan, a short walk from Tekniska högskolan metro station on the red line and from Odenplan. The neighbourhood is mainly residential, with good cafés and bars on the surrounding streets, and Vasaparken and the Stockholm Public Library on Sveavägen are within walking distance.