Restaurant Operakällaren

"If you're celebrating a special occasion, then you've come to the right place. Sweden's most opulent restaurant sits within the historic Opera House, and the stunning, high-ceilinged room comes bedecked with chandeliers, paintings and original gilded oak panelling decorated with carvings. Chef Viktor Westerlind uses superb Nordic produce in light, elegantly styled French dishes that are expertly executed." - Michelin Inspector

"From the ornate 1895 interior and traditional trolleys delivering aperitifs and cheeses, you might think Operakällaren is stuck in the past. But take a closer look and you’ll recognize modern updates in the dining room like giant, free-standing, angled mirrors. Traditional French and Swedish dishes, such as fried pigeon with green pepper sauce or seared foie gras with almond cream, are bolstered by seasonal Nordic ingredients and leading gastronomic technique. At Operakällaren, you can travel back in time with flambé and silver-plated trolleys without sacrificing modern tastes. [$$$$]" - Per Styregård

"Bengtsson’s experience is vast, working in many of Sweden’s acclaimed restaurants, externing at the now-defunct Edsbacka Krog in nearby Sollentuna, the historic Restaurant Prinsen and Operakällaren located inside Stockholm’s Opera House." - Abbe Baker

"Operakällaren is a historic restaurant in Stockholm, Sweden, known for its fine dining experience. Located inside Stockholm’s Opera House, it was one of the notable places where Emma Bengtsson honed her culinary skills before joining Aquavit." - Abbe Baker