Here are three of Södermalm’s most popular cafés, offering everything from specialty coffee to classic waffles and all-day breakfast.
Pom & Flora
Pom & Flora opened on Bondegatan in 2013 and quickly became one of the neighborhood’s most talked-about breakfast spots. The concept is simple, but it works: all-day breakfast, carefully selected ingredients, and a genuine focus on quality. The menu features açaí bowls, avocado toast, scrambled eggs, and porridge, while the long weekend queues speak for themselves.
We always order their avocado toast with eggs. It may sound simple, but it’s one of the best in Stockholm. Perfectly seasoned, made with care, and served on bread that actually holds together. During the summer, the outdoor seating is a major highlight, especially in the evening sun after a walk through Vitabergsparken.
Address: Bondegatan 64, 116 33 Stockholm
Phone: +46 76 030 32 80
Website: pomochflora.se
Opening hours: Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, Saturday–Sunday 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Johan & Nyström
If you take coffee seriously—and want to understand the difference between expertly roasted specialty coffee and everything else—Johan & Nyström on Swedenborgsgatan is the place to visit. It’s where Södermalm’s biggest coffee enthusiasts gather, and for good reason.
Johan & Nyström began as a coffee roastery, and it shows. The coffee selection is always fresh and seasonal, the beans are carefully sourced, and the baristas know exactly what they’re doing. Alongside the coffee, you’ll find a small selection of pastries and sandwiches, but it’s the espresso that people come for. In summer, the outdoor benches along Swedenborgsgatan are packed with customers, and it’s easy to see why.
Our go-to order is the flat white—smooth, perfectly balanced, and strong enough to power you through the rest of the morning.
Address: Swedenborgsgatan 7, 118 48 Stockholm
Phone: +46 8 670 22 40
Website: johanochnystrom.se
Opening hours: Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–7:30 PM, Saturday–Sunday 8:00 AM–7:00 PM
Älskade Traditioner
Then there’s Älskade Traditioner, a café unlike any other. Located opposite Greta Garbo Square on Södermannagatan, this charming spot is furnished with vintage furniture and porcelain inherited from the owner’s grandmother and great-grandmother. Walking inside feels like stepping into the 1950s—but with better coffee and a menu that ranges from traditional Swedish crispy waffles to their own creation: the Wraffle—a waffle wrapped like a burrito and filled with everything from shrimp salad to falafel.
This is the place to visit if you’re looking for something a little different. There are no factory-made pastries behind glass counters and no chain café atmosphere. Everything is homemade, and you can taste the difference. Their ice cream drinks are a local favorite, the milkshakes are wonderfully generous, and the halloumi waffle is what we always order.
Address: Södermannagatan 42, 116 40 Stockholm
Website: alskadetraditioner.se
Opening hours: Tuesday–Friday 11:00 AM–7:00 PM, Saturday–Sunday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Why So Many People Want to Live on Södermalm
Södermalm is more than just a district—it’s a lifestyle. Artists mingle with architects, expats with families, and remote workers with office professionals who cycle into the city every morning. The neighborhood’s abundance of cafés, independent shops, and green parks makes everyday life feel just a little more special.
For anyone looking to rent an apartment in Stockholm, Södermalm consistently ranks among the city’s most desirable areas. Its proximity to the city center, strong sense of community, and walkable streets make it one of Stockholm’s most attractive places to live—whether you’re new to the city or simply looking to upgrade your home.
Renting Out an Apartment on Södermalm
Södermalm is also one of Stockholm’s most sought-after neighborhoods for rental properties. Demand for apartments is consistently high, driven by international tenants, corporate clients, and expats looking for a comfortable home in one of the city’s most vibrant districts.
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