Stockholm · Norrmalm & City Centre

Östermalms Saluhall

Stockholm's grandest food hall from 1888, recently restored to its original ornate glory with brick and ironwork.

About Östermalms Saluhall

Stockholm's grandest food hall from 1888, recently restored to its original ornate glory with brick and ironwork. The permanent vendors include Lisa Elmqvist for seafood (toast Skagen is essential), Tysta Mari for game meats, and multiple cheese counters with Swedish artisanal producers. This is where Östermalm residents shop daily and where chefs source ingredients.

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The place

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Address

Östermalmstorg, 114 39 Stockholm, Sweden

Neighborhood

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Good to know

Tips, answered

Arrive before 11am to see the market at its most authentic before the lunch crowds, and order directly at the counter at Lisa Elmqvist to avoid the sit-down restaurant markup.

Plan for about 1h 30m.

Östermalms Saluhall is in the Norrmalm & City Centre neighborhood of Stockholm. The address is Östermalmstorg, 114 39 Stockholm, Sweden. The area is well-served by metro.

This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.

Closed on Sunday. Check the official website for holiday closures and special hours.

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