Järnet Bar & Restaurant — Restaurant in Stockholm

A hidden gem in Old Town. I’ve been living here for over 20 years and can tell the difference between the tourist oriented restaurants that survive a year or two, and the actual good restaurants where the locals go (and keep returning to). This place is great for after work drinks in the bar, as well as for dinner (sharing plates). Atmosphere is great, staff is friendly, the food/snacks is more creative than one would think from just reading the menu. There’s an attention to details which is surprising and delightful. Also check out Pastis and Corvina Enoteca for similar...

They managed to fit us in despite being so very busy. We were looking for small plates. Ordered: Deep Fried Artichoke - pickled- half artichoke in batter - light batter, crispy thin shell Mini Scallops - a very tiny scallop but so very tasty Tuna Tartare - good but slightly too salty - but well balanced on some bread Beef Tartare - the roasted rice took this to another level Baked Pointy Cabbage - well prepared dish with subtle flavours

Over glasses of wine, it was a thoroughly enjoyable meal. Great friendly service. Food served promptly....

Food was good, but not blown away. Definitely on the pricey side imo. Our group ordered small plates to share (2-3 per person), we were all still a bit hungry at the end but didn’t want to order more based on the cost to taste ratio. Restaurant setting and decor was nice, but atmosphere felt a bit empty. Weather has been on and off so the patio furniture was not set out. Our server was very nice, but seemed a bit inexperienced. She told us splitting the bill in Sweden was not common, but it’s quite common from...