Top Bars in Sweden

Tjoget ★ 4.7 · Stockholm

hornstull · Hornsbruksgatan 24, 117 34 Stockholm

Tjoget on Hornsbruksgatan in Stockholm's Hornstull is the World's 50 Best Bars regular; a metallic-bar room with North African and Middle Eastern influences in the cocktails.

Tip: Three-room marketplace with Linje Tio (dining), Bisou Bisou (champagne) and the cocktail bar; arrive 18:00 to claim a counter seat.

Ego Distillers ★ 4.6 · Gothenburg

Gamlestaden · Vaverigatan 7, 415 11 Goteborg

Ego Distillers occupies a dramatic former engine room at Gamlestadens Fabriker, producing aquavit and gin on-site and serving tastings and cocktails in an industrial setting unlike any other bar in Goteborg.

Stigbergets Bryggan ★ 4.5 · Gothenburg

Ringon · Stalverksgatan 2, 417 07 Goteborg

Stigbergets Bryggan is the riverside tap bar for one of Sweden's finest craft breweries, pouring the full Stigbergets range in a converted industrial space at Ringon overlooking Goteborg's working harbour.

Beerbliotek Taproom ★ 4.5 · Gothenburg

Kungssten · Varholmsgatan 4, 414 74 Goteborg

Beerbliotek's Kungssten taproom on Varholmsgatan pours the brewery's bookish range of IPAs, sours and lagers directly from the source, with rotating guest taps and a standing-room vibe on busy Fridays.

Nefertiti ★ 4.5 · Gothenburg

Centrum · Hvitfeldtsplatsen 6, 411 20 Goteborg

Nefertiti is Gothenburg's legendary jazz club, open since 1988, offering live music almost every night alongside a well-stocked bar in a basement that has hosted Scandinavia's finest jazz and soul performers.

Pharmarium ★ 4.5 · Stockholm

gamla-stan · Stortorget 7, 111 29 Stockholm

Pharmarium on Stortorget in Stockholm's Gamla Stan occupies the city's first public pharmacy from the 17th century; alchemy-themed cocktails served in beakers and bitters.

Tip: Best for the apothecary-themed program; the seated counter is the spot for the bartender-led flight.

Bar Bruno ★ 4.4 · Gothenburg

Centrum · Gotabergsgatan 28, 411 34 Goteborg

Bar Bruno is a Goteborg cocktail favourite on Gotabergsgatan, mixing classic and seasonal drinks with Swedish spirits in a warm interior that draws a stylish after-work crowd from 17:00 onward.

O/O Brewing Taproom ★ 4.4 · Gothenburg

Centrum · Klangfargsgatan 8, 426 52 Goteborg

O/O Brewing is a Gothenburg craft institution, and its taproom pours the full OO range from clean lagers to barrel-aged imperials, with a passionate team that guided the city's craft beer scene from the start.

OT ★ 4.4 · Gothenburg

Centrum · Ostra Larmgatan 14, 411 07 Goteborg

OT on Ostra Larmgatan is a sophisticated Goteborg cocktail bar serving creative seasonal drinks with Nordic ingredients in a minimal interior that feels like the city's answer to a serious London cocktail room.

Akkurat ★ 4.4 · Stockholm

sodermalm · Hornsgatan 18, 118 20 Stockholm

Akkurat on Hornsgatan in Stockholm's Södermalm runs the city's reference beer bar; 30 taps of Belgian, Swedish and American craft, plus a whisky list of 500-plus bottles.

Tip: The Belgian lambic rotation is the standout. Open until 02:00 on weekends.

Tweed Bar ★ 4.4 · Stockholm

gamla-stan · Lilla Nygatan 5, 111 28 Stockholm

Tweed Bar on Lilla Nygatan in Stockholm's Gamla Stan is the wood-panelled cocktail room inside Victory Hotel; Chesterfield armchairs, a 15,000-bottle wine cellar and bar food shipped over from Djuret on the same block.

Tip: Tue-Sat 17:00-01:00, closed Sunday and Monday. Reservation strongly advised; the room is small and they cap by seats.

Sad Robot Brewing ★ 4.3 · Gothenburg

Hisingen · Lindholmspiren 7, 417 56 Goteborg

Sad Robot Brewing occupies a Lindholmen waterfront space on Hisingen, serving its hoppy and experimental range alongside simple food in a laid-back setting popular with the tech-worker neighbourhood.

Kulting ★ 4.3 · Gothenburg

Centrum · Magasinsgatan 3, 411 18 Goteborg

Kulting in Magasinsgatan is a convivial Goteborg bar-restaurant with a kitchen that runs until midnight on weekends, making it one of the better options for late dining alongside natural wine and craft beer.

Bastard Bar ★ 4.3 · Gothenburg

Linne · Tredje Langgatan 6, 413 03 Goteborg

Bastard Bar on Tredje Langgatan is a well-regarded Linne cocktail bar with a creative menu of house originals and classics, and a back-bar stocked with obscure spirits that rewards the adventurous drinker.

Corner Club ★ 4.3 · Stockholm

gamla-stan · Lilla Nygatan 16, 111 28 Stockholm

Corner Club on Lilla Nygatan in Stockholm's Gamla Stan is the Frantzén Group cocktail room behind the Lilla Nygatan facade; classic-leaning drinks, a small bartender-led counter and a tucked-away Old Town address.

Tip: Walk-in friendly. The counter is the bartender-led seat; book ahead on weekends.

Bar Hommage ★ 4.3 · Stockholm

norrmalm · Arsenalsgatan 6, 111 47 Stockholm

Bar Hommage on Arsenalsgatan in Stockholm's Norrmalm is the Bank Hotel cocktail room; an Art Nouveau vault with classics-driven martinis and a quiet bartender-led counter.

Tip: Walk-in friendly during the week. The booth tables book a few days ahead on weekends.

Andrum ★ 4.2 · Gothenburg

Centrum · Ostra Hamngatan 16, 411 09 Goteborg

Andrum is a relaxed Centrum bar with a buffet dinner during the week and a strong drinks program on weekends, serving Swedish craft beer, wine and simple cocktails to a mixed neighbourhood crowd.

Baren pa Grand ★ 4.2 · Gothenburg

Centrum · Sodra Hamngatan 59, 404 24 Goteborg

The bar at Elite Grand Hotel on Sodra Hamngatan is Goteborg's grandest hotel bar, serving expertly mixed classic cocktails beneath a vaulted ceiling in a setting that mixes 19th-century architecture with modern Sweden.

Goteborg Brewing Co Taproom ★ 4.2 · Gothenburg

Majorna · Kungsladugardsgatan 59, 414 73 Goteborg

Goteborg Brewing Co is a small neighbourhood microbrewery in Majorna with a casual taproom pouring fresh lagers, ales and seasonals directly from the tanks alongside simple bar snacks.

Poppels Tasting Room ★ 4.2 · Gothenburg

Centrum · Stora Badhusgatan 18, 411 21 Goteborg

Poppels Tasting Room brings the Swedish craft brewery's full lineup to central Goteborg, offering flights of lagers, IPAs and barrel-aged beers alongside brewery-specific merchandise and snacks.

Stampen ★ 4.2 · Stockholm

gamla-stan · Stora Nygatan 5, 111 27 Stockholm

Stampen on Stora Nygatan in Stockholm's Gamla Stan has run a jazz and blues club in a 17th-century vault since 1968; live music Wednesday through Saturday, walk-in friendly from the Royal Palace.

Tip: No cover Wednesday through Friday before 21:00. Saturdays a small entry. Music starts 20:30.

Bishop Arms ★ 4.1 · Gothenburg

Centrum · Kungsportsavenyn 6, 411 36 Goteborg

Bishop Arms on Avenyn pours one of Gothenburg's largest whisky selections alongside a strong craft beer tap list, in a reliable pub setting that suits everything from a post-work dram to a football match.

Yaki-Da ★ 4.1 · Gothenburg

Centrum · Storgatan 47, 411 38 Goteborg

Yaki-Da spreads a bar, restaurant and nightclub across four floors on Storgatan at the edge of Avenyn, with multiple dance floors and a rooftop terrace that pull a mixed weekend crowd until 04:00 on Saturdays.

Barrique Wine Bar ★ 4.1 · Gothenburg

Centrum · Kungsportsavenyn 8, 411 36 Goteborg

Barrique on Avenyn combines an accessible wine list with classic cocktails in a relaxed ground-floor setting, making it an easy choice for a pre-dinner drink before the Avenyn restaurant strip.

Major Tom ★ 4.1 · Gothenburg

Majorna · Majornagatan 8, 414 58 Goteborg

Major Tom is a laid-back Majorna neighbourhood bar with local craft beers, a dartboard and a weekly quiz night that has made it the social hub of the area for Goteborg's creative community.

Marie Laveau ★ 4.1 · Stockholm

sodermalm · Hornsgatan 66, 118 21 Stockholm

Marie Laveau on Hornsgatan in Stockholm's Södermalm runs a New Orleans-themed bar and basement club; mezcal cocktails, tacos and a soul-and-funk DJ programme below.

Tip: Bar runs upstairs to 01:00; basement club opens 23:00 Thursday to Saturday.

Pub Anchor ★ 4.0 · Gothenburg

Majorna · Stigbergstorget 3, 414 63 Goteborg

Pub Anchor at Stigbergstorget is a classic Majorna neighbourhood pub, drawing a loyal local crowd with reliable pints, live music on weekends and an authentic unglamorous atmosphere that feels genuinely Gothenburg.

Kuggen Bar ★ 4.0 · Gothenburg

Hisingen · Lindholmsplatsen 1, 417 56 Goteborg

Kuggen Bar serves the Chalmers Lindholmen campus on Hisingen with affordable craft beers, Swedish ciders and light bites in a student-friendly setting that opens its terrace to the harbour on summer evenings.

Kvarnen ★ 4.0 · Stockholm

sodermalm · Tjärhovsgatan 4, 116 21 Stockholm

Kvarnen on Tjärhovsgatan in Stockholm's Södermalm has poured beer since 1908; a 200-cover beer hall with the late-night Södermalm crowd and Hammarby supporters on game nights.

Tip: Bar until 03:00 on weekends. The front beer hall fills with Hammarby fans; the back room is calmer.

Side Track ★ 4.0 · Stockholm

sodermalm · Wollmar Yxkullsgatan 7, 118 50 Stockholm

Side Track on Wollmar Yxkullsgatan in Stockholm's Södermalm is the longest-running gay bar in the city; mixed pop and house, leather-and-bear nights and a Mariatorget walk-in counter.

Tip: Closed Monday and Tuesday. Open from 18:00 Wednesday to Sunday; the bear-and-leather nights are the busiest sittings.