Best Texas BBQ in Stockholm: 15 Places to Compare

Brisket & Friends brings a Texas-inspired smokehouse concept to Stockholm, with meat cooked slowly at low temperature for deep, smoky flavour. The Årsta setting has an authentic industrial character and works well for a relaxed lunch, casual dinner or quick bite.

Det Arroganta Svinet is a Stockholm barbecue restaurant specialising in American-style, Texas-inspired cooking. Slow-cooked brisket, ribs, pork belly and pulled pork form the centre of the menu, supported by rich sides such as mac and cheese, fresh onions, pickles and other comforting accompaniments.

Brisket & Friends is a Stockholm smokehouse built around long, low-temperature cooking in a Texas-inspired style. Its American barbecue atmosphere suits an informal lunch, dinner or drinks, with brisket, ribs, burnt ends and pork belly among the tempting choices. Pickles and coleslaw provide classic sides, while beer and cocktails broaden the occasion.

The Old Smokehouse is a wood-fired BBQ restaurant in a waterside setting near Stockholm, pairing a warm rustic interior with views across Lännerstasundet. Smoky burgers and BBQ plates are the natural starting points, with well-cooked meat, generous portions and a relaxed atmosphere suited to an unhurried lunch or dinner.

Outdoor seating, small plates, cocktails and a private dining room add flexibility for casual meals, groups and events.

Amida Kolgrill brings the character of a genuine charcoal grill to Stockholm, with Mediterranean-inspired cooking at its centre. Charcoal-grilled lamb, chicken, Adana and mixed grill dishes are especially distinctive, with generous portions and a pronounced smoky flavour.

The welcoming restaurant works for lunch, dinner, a quick bite or a relaxed meal with friends and family. Takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating and catering add flexibility, while complimentary coffee and tea provide a pleasant finishing touch.

Adams Smoke House is a casual Stockholm restaurant centered on smoked meat, with dine-in, takeaway and delivery available for lunch or dinner. Outdoor seating and a friendly, informal atmosphere make it comfortable for both solo meals and relaxed group visits.

Wingz N Thingz is a casual Stockholm restaurant specialising in fresh chicken wings and fries. The focused menu puts the flavours at the centre, from sweet-and-spicy Hot Honey to Tokyo glaze and Texas-style rubs, with a crisp texture that holds up well under the glaze.

Rockin Grill Djurgårdsstaden channels the compact, colourful feel of a classic American diner into a two-floor Stockholm setting. The menu focuses on burgers, shakes and pan pizza, with juicy patties, soft buns, generous fries and seasonal variations creating an easygoing meal.

Lennart & Bror is a relaxed Stockholm restaurant where the cooking is led by carefully prepared meat, particularly juicy skirt and flat steak. Good fries, beer and friendly service complete the straightforward, satisfying format, while vegetarian options keep the menu open to mixed groups.

Ruby is a relaxed restaurant in Stockholm’s Gamla Stan, tucked away on Österlånggatan. Its grill works over open fire, with burgers, well-prepared fries and a calm, welcoming atmosphere that feels refreshingly casual for the historic center.

Sjöstadens Marina sits where Hammarby Sjöstad meets the water, giving lunch and dinner a striking lakeside backdrop. The restaurant and bar lean towards steaks, seafood, pasta and other satisfying grill-led dishes, with outdoor seating adding another way to enjoy the view.

Köttmästarn is a Stockholm meat restaurant and bar centered on grilled dishes, steak, and a lively dinner format. The menu suits lunch, dinner, takeaway, delivery, and late-night dining, with beer, cocktails, and other drinks adding to the evening appeal.

Restaurang Professorn is a relaxed restaurant and bar in Stockholm’s University area, with a sociable student-neighbourhood feel. It is an easy place to meet for lunch, pizza, beer or a simple dinner, and the menu also includes halal food and takeaway options.

Bröderna Olssons Garlic & Shots is an unmistakably rock-focused Stockholm restaurant where garlic is part of the identity, from the menu to the drinks. The setting is deliberately unusual, with music-industry roots, distinctive decoration and a strong metal atmosphere that feels far removed from a conventional dining room.

Presto Grillen Åkermyntan is a casual Stockholm grill built around generous portions and familiar comfort food. Its signature tunnbrödsrullar sit alongside kebab, burgers, sausages, grill dishes and vegetarian options, making the menu easy to navigate for a quick lunch or uncomplicated meal.