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Café Nizza
★ 4.0(1 review)Restaurant
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About the Vibe
Café Nizza is the kind of Södermalm corner spot you stumble into once and then can't stop coming back to. Run by the same team behind Babette in Vasastan, it blends French bistro soul with Italian touches and a natural wine program that's earned recognition as one of Sweden's best. The seasonal menu keeps things fresh—go for the oysters, the tartare, or the house-made pasta, and let the staff guide you through the Old World natural wine list.
Why it's worth it
One of Sweden's best natural wine lists paired with French-Italian bistro plates in a warm Södermalm corner spot.
Highlights
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Before you go
Book ahead for weekend evenings — they keep some walk-in space but the wait can be long. Open daily from 17:00, so arriving early on weeknights guarantees a more relaxed experience.
Known For
- •natural wine selection
- •house-made pasta
- •seasonal small plates
- •French-Italian bistro fare
Best For
date nightwine-focused dinnersweekend gatherings with friends
1 review
City InsidersEditorialMarch 31, 2026
A Södermalm Wine Bar Gem
Café Nizza has carved out a real niche for itself on Åsögatan, and it's not hard to see why locals keep coming back. The concept is simple but executed with care: French bistro sensibilities meet Italian touches, all anchored by a natural wine program that's been recognized as one of Sweden's best. The seasonal menu rotates, but you can usually count on standout small plates—fresh oysters, a well-seasoned tartare, and excellent house-made pasta that rivals anything you'll find at dedicated Italian spots in the city.
The wine list is genuinely the star here. If you're into Old World natural wines, you're in for a treat—the selection is deep, thoughtful, and the staff actually knows what they're talking about when it comes to pairings. Don't be shy about asking for recommendations; they'll steer you right. The atmosphere is warm and unpretentious, with a neighborhood feel that works equally well for a casual weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering with friends.
It does get busy, especially on weekend evenings, so booking ahead is smart. They do keep some space for walk-ins, but you might end up waiting. Service can be a bit uneven—some servers are delightful and attentive, others less polished—but the food and wine quality consistently deliver. Open daily from 17:00 to midnight, it's a solid bet for a late dinner or a glass of wine that turns into several.
Lire en français
Café Nizza s'est imposé comme une valeur sûre sur Åsögatan, et l'on comprend vite pourquoi les locaux y reviennent. Le concept est simple mais soigné : sensibilité bistrotique française, touches italiennes, et une carte de vins naturels qui figure parmi les meilleures de Suède. La carte change au fil des saisons, mais on retrouve toujours des assiettes signature — huîtres fraîches, tartare bien assaisonné, et d'excellentes pâtes maison qui tiennent tête à celles des restaurants italiens de la ville.
La carte des vins est véritablement la pièce maîtresse. Si les vins naturels du Vieux Monde vous intéressent, vous êtes au bon endroit — la sélection est profonde, réfléchie, et le personnel sait de quoi il parle en matière d'accords. N'hésitez pas à demander conseil, ils vous orienteront bien. L'ambiance est chaleureuse et sans prétention, avec cette sensation de quartier qui convient aussi bien à un dîner en semaine qu'à un repas entre amis le week-end.
Ça se remplit vite, surtout le week-end, donc mieux vaut réserver. Ils gardent un peu de place pour les walk-ins, mais l'attente peut être longue. Le service peut être inégal — certains serveurs sont adorables et attentionnés, d'autres moins à l'aise — mais la qualité de la cuisine et des vins ne déçoit jamais. Ouvert tous les jours de 17h00 à minuit, c'est une adresse idéale pour un dîner tardif ou un verre qui se transforme en plusieurs.