Ever since I arrived in Sweden, everything has suddenly become very quiet. My battling thoughts have calmed to the sweet sounds of wind and birds. Could it be the clean streets, the early bedtimes, the baby epidemic, and the lack of loitering, drinking, and smoking on the streets? All replaced by the smell of forest trees and socialism.

But Stockholm, Sweden, is a calm and beautiful place but is it a coqueta’s home? That is the question I’ve been pondering for the past six months. What does a coqueta do in this city? Where does she go? Is there space for her never-ending desire for hot spots?

Well, if the coqueta wants to party, not really. But when it comes to eating, there’s plenty.

Appetite

Brasserie Astoria

A delightful French brasserie. Pricey, but worth it. Gorgeous interior and great service. The mushroom pasta is to die for.

Omaka

Creative beers, and just for the bread and butter, it’s worth the trip. You must have the Amalfi beer—it’s so good. It tastes like an orange-vanilla creamsicle.

Chelas

The best Mexican food I’ve had in Europe. And I know Mexican.

Xiang Yue

An under-the-radar Chinese spot that’s only open half the week. A hot spot for the hotties. You must go for the dinner menu. Get the aubergine.

Kouthoofd Familie Winkel

Good wine and great food.

Gazza

Very good Italian food. It’s all about the appetizers. All the waiters sing to you if it’s your birthday.

Café Nizza

Very good, chic Italian food, but expensive.

Goose Alley Pizza Kiosk

Perfect for a sunny day in the Old Town. Pizza by the slice. Get the jalapeño pizza.

Eatnam

There are a couple of these Vietnamese spots around the city, and they’re a classic. Yummy, clean, and fresh. Also gluten-free.

Ta’ameya Falafel

Well-made, crispy falafel with fluffy, fresh pita.

Bulgarian Falafel & Grill

So cheap and so good. Also has the most kitschy red couches.

Bleck

Yummy outdoor lunch spot for a sunny day! Don’t forget a Bloody Mary.

Älskade Traditioner

Super kitschy. Great sweet and salty waffles. Very ’50s diner-inspired.

Skålen

Delicious, very filling salads with every topping you could ever ask for.

Francesco

Cute Italian café. Well-made pasta and pastries.

Studio Canteen

It’s tucked inside a mall, which isn’t exactly the most favorable setting, but don’t let that stop you. The matcha is amazing, and the drinks are interesting. I had never had a kimchi lemonade until I came here. The menu changes every day.

Matchaverket

Best matcha in town. Get an iced banana-bread matcha with almond milk and a warm matcha cookie. You won’t regret it.

Lilla Espresso Bar

Very cute and very cheap. Great glassware.

Drop Coffee Roasters

Fancy little hipster coffee spot.

Volca Coffee

South American café. Get the pan de queso. Not Tequeño-approved.

Svedjan Bageri

Best cinnamon roll of my life

Party

Crum Heaven

Great Negronis and eclectic art. I’ve heard the lunch is cheap and yummy.

Alba Vinbar, Nytorget

Nice little natural wine bar.

Bar Ninja

Very cute wine spot with all types of natural wines and candlelight.

Twang

A bar with a vintage, eclectic twang.

Volta

The hottest bar/club in Stockholm. Super intimate, good DJs, and well-made drinks. Also very hidden.

Spice 99

A classic spot. Always check the event calendar. Great live artists and DJs. Super-crisp sour tequila sodas. The stickiest floors in the world. Do not wear designer shoes.

Enrichment

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Yasuragi Spa Hotel

A relaxing Japanese spa hotel. You can take the ferry about 40 minutes from Stockholm. Delightful food and beautiful indoor and outdoor pools.

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Artipelag

Cute art museum about 20 minutes outside of Stockholm.

Artificial Beach Galma Stan

I loved going to this artificial beach in galma stan and having a tan.

Besitos A