There are many great Italian restaurants in Stockholm. Some have that one signature dish everyone recommends, while the rest of the menu can feel just okay. But at BASTA ร hlรฉns, everything is consistently well-made and tasty. Even without a standout “must-order” dish, and even without affogato as dessert on the menu, it’s somehow become the Italian restaurant we visit most often.
๐ Why do we keep coming back?
๐ Location
First of all, the location.
It’s located on top of ร hlรฉns City, the department store where I do most of my shopping. Whenever I get tired after shopping, it somehow feels natural to end up having a meal here.
๐ฎ๐น Italian Atmosphere
The colorful and cheerful Italian-style interior is simply adorable! The atmosphere makes you forget for a moment that you’re in Sweden. It’s also a great place to meet friends for lunch.
๐ฅ Staff
The staff are always friendly, and even their aprons look stylish with their leather straps.
๐ Cute Details
Everything from the condiment holders to the napkins is thoughtfully designed. I love how much attention they pay to the small details and overall atmosphere.
โฑ๏ธ Terrace
The terrace is a huge bonus during summer. You can enjoy the sunshine while taking in views of Stockholm.
๐ท Bar
Another thing worth mentioning is the stylish bar, perfect for a date night or simply stopping by for a drink on your own.
๐๐๐ด Food
The menu offers enough variety that it never gets boring, and everything I’ve tried has been genuinely good. So far, I’ve never been disappointed.
๐ Pizza
From simple classics to richer and more indulgent options, there’s something for every mood. I also love how fluffy and airy the pizza crusts are. Apparently, the raised edge of a pizza is called a “cornicione” in Italian.
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๐ Pasta
Many Italian restaurants seem to focus mainly on either pizza or pasta, but BASTA does both well.
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๐๐ปโโ๏ธ๐๐ปโโ๏ธ If we had to choose our favorites…
๐๐ปโโ๏ธ Anders
๐ NAPOLETANA โ 255 SEK
San Marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, prosciutto, arugula, Parmigiano Reggiano, pine nuts and balsamic vinegar.
๐ BIG BOY MANZO โ 265 SEK
Creamy pasta with beef tenderloin, mushrooms, fresh herbs, spinach, Parmigiano Reggiano and chili flakes.
๐๐ปโโ๏ธ Me
๐ SALAME DIAVOLO โ 239 SEK
San Marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, spicy salami, fresh chili and mascarpone.
๐ PARADISO POLLO โ 235 SEK
Chicken breast, spinach and pine nuts tossed in a creamy lemon sauce with chili flakes.
๐จ Dessert
I’m not very adventurous when it comes to desserts. If there’s no affogato, I usually don’t pay much attention to the dessert menu. However, if I had to recommend one, it would be the TIRAMISU (125 SEK). It’s generously sized and simply delicious.
The BLACK MAMBA (135 SEK) on the right comes with warm chocolate poured over it, which makes for a fun and romantic presentation. Personally, though, I would have preferred the ice cream to be a bit richer and creamier.
๐ค Price
In my opinion, it’s not the kind of place you’d casually visit every single day, but it’s not overly expensive either. Considering the location, food quality and service, I think it’s fairly priced.
๐ฝ๏ธ Restaurant Information
Restaurant: BASTA ร hlรฉns
๐ Address
Mรคster Samuelsgatan 59, 111 21 Stockholm
๐ Website
https://www.restaurangbasta.se
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Since ร hlรฉns City is also a great place to shop for Swedish souvenirs, I highly recommend stopping by for a meal during your visit to Stockholm!
๐๐ปโโ๏ธ The information in this article was accurate at the time of my visit. Opening hours, menus, prices and services may change, so please check the latest information before your visit.
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