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PrinsenvsOperakallaren
Both restaurants are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Operakallaren is preferred by most reviewers compared to Prinsen. Operakallaren scores 87 with approval from 6 sources such as Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure.
Prinsen
Fodor's
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
BlackBook
Time Out
Michelin Guide
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Mastersamuelsgatan 4, Stockholm, Sweden
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Fodor's "Still in the same location as when it opened in 1897, the Prince serves both traditional and modern Swedish cuisine, but it's the traditional that brings most people here." Full review
Frommer's "Since 1897, this restaurant, a 2-minute walk from Stureplan, has been a favorite haunt of artists." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Prinsen restaurant near the Stureplan and Birger Jarlsgatan was established in 1897 and maintains its 19th-century decor with dark wood-paneled walls." Full review
BlackBook "Dark wood, mirrored walls, staff with bow tie. Paintings and graphic art everywhere, it’s said to have been payments from cleaned-out artists feasting on fine food and wine."
Time Out "The Prince' can be relied upon to offer atmosphere and an excellent range of classic Swedish husmanskost." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Characterful and bustling bistro-style eatery with a large basement bar and a private dining room."
DK Eyewitness "Fun but traditional restaurant with wood-panelled walls and attractive paintings, not to mention good food, which is mostly Swedish."
Rough Guide "A long-standing haunt of artists, musicians and writers enchanted by its soft lighting, glass panelling and wall etchings."
Operakallaren Frommer's Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
Gayot Time Out DK Eyewitness Michelin Guide
Karl XII Torg, Stockholm SE-111 86, Sweden
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Frommer's "Opposite the Royal Palace, this is the most famous and unashamedly luxurious restaurant in Sweden." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located in the city's 19th-century opera house, this Art Nouveau–style restaurant is beautifully appointed with leather chesterfield seats and a stunning stained-glass ceiling." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Housed in the 1895 building behind the Opera House, Operakallaren contains four restaurants, a cocktail bar, and event rooms." Full review
Gayot16.0
"Cuisine that's fit for a king at one of Sweden's most famous restaurants." Full review
Time Out "Operabaren is one of the city's true gems - and perhaps the finest place to come for traditional Swedish meatballs. " Full review
DK Eyewitness "The capital’s temple of gastronomy sports a coveted Michelin star."
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Sweden's most opulent restaurant sits within the historic Opera House, and the stunning, high-ceilinged room boasts original gilt panelling decorated with frescoes and carvings." Full review
