Bar in Stockholm, Sweden
19 Glas Bar & Matsal
100ptsGamla Stan drinks bar, easy to book.
About 19 Glas Bar & Matsal
19 Glas Bar & Matsal occupies a prime Gamla Stan address on Stora Nygatan and positions itself as a drinks-first bar with a dining room component — a rarer combination in Stockholm's Old Town. Booking is easy by Stockholm standards, making it a low-friction option for an evening in the neighbourhood. Check current hours and the drinks list directly before visiting.
Is 19 Glas Bar & Matsal worth visiting in Stockholm?
Yes — if you're in Gamla Stan and want a bar that takes its drinks seriously without requiring a reservation weeks in advance. 19 Glas Bar & Matsal sits on Stora Nygatan 19 in Stockholm's Old Town, and the address alone tells you something: this is one of the most walkable, historically dense corners of the city, where most venues lean tourist-facing. 19 Glas does not. The name translates loosely to 19 Glass Bar & Dining Room, and the dual identity — drinks program plus food , is worth paying attention to when deciding whether to book.
What the Drinks Program Tells You
A bar that calls itself a glas bar is signalling something specific: the glass is the point. That framing suggests a cocktail or wine list built around intentional pours rather than volume throughput. In Stockholm's bar scene, that places 19 Glas in a different tier from the tourist-adjacent options that populate Gamla Stan's main drag. For context, the city's most cocktail-serious venues , including Tjoget on Södermalm and Lucy's Flower Shop , have built reputations on exactly this kind of drinks-first positioning. Whether 19 Glas operates at that level of program depth is something current venue data doesn't confirm, but the format and location suggest a bar aimed at guests who want to linger over something considered rather than fast-track to a nightcap.
The dining room component matters for your booking decision. A bar-restaurant hybrid in this part of Stockholm typically means you can anchor an evening here rather than treating it as a one-stop drink. That's useful if you're planning a night in Gamla Stan without wanting to move between venues. It also means the kitchen's output is worth assessing alongside the drinks , though specific menu details aren't available to confirm here.
Booking and Timing
Booking difficulty is rated easy, which is a genuine advantage over Stockholm's harder-to-secure spots. You're unlikely to need more than a few days' notice for most evenings. For weekend visits or larger groups, a reservation is still the sensible move , Gamla Stan fills up, and a room with a dining component will prioritise tables over walk-in bar seats on busy nights. Check the venue directly for current hours and availability.
Quick reference: Gamla Stan address, easy to book, bar-dining hybrid format, walkable from Stockholm's central areas. See our full Stockholm bars guide for alternatives across the city.
Compare 19 Glas Bar & Matsal
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Booking Difficulty | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Glas Bar & Matsal | Easy | — | |||
| Röda Huset | World's 50 Best | Unknown | — | ||
| Lucy's Flower Shop | World's 50 Best | Unknown | — | ||
| Tjoget | World's 50 Best | Unknown | — | ||
| A Bar Called Gemma | Unknown | — | |||
| Alba Vinbar | Unknown | — |
A quick look at how 19 Glas Bar & Matsal measures up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 19 Glas Bar & Matsal good for groups?
Manageable for small groups of 3–5, but less suited to larger parties. Gamla Stan venues at Stora Nygatan 19 tend toward compact formats, and a drinks-focused bar is better served by an intimate headcount. For bigger groups needing dedicated space, Tjoget on Hornsgatan has more room to work with.
Is the food good at 19 Glas Bar & Matsal?
The 'matsal' in the name signals that food is part of the offer, not an afterthought — but the bar side leads. Expect a menu built to complement the drinks program rather than compete with a full-service restaurant. If you're coming primarily to eat, set expectations accordingly and treat the food as considered bar snacks or small plates rather than a destination dining experience.
Does 19 Glas Bar & Matsal have outdoor seating?
Outdoor seating is not confirmed in available information. Gamla Stan streets are narrow and atmospheric, but pavement space is limited across the neighbourhood. Check directly with the venue before visiting if a terrace seat matters to your booking decision.
Does 19 Glas Bar & Matsal have happy hour deals?
No happy hour details are documented for 19 Glas. Stockholm bars at this level generally don't lead with discount promotions — the draw is the drinks program itself. If price-led deals are the priority, this probably isn't the right fit.
Is 19 Glas Bar & Matsal good for a date?
Yes, it works well for a date. A glass-focused bar in Gamla Stan at Stora Nygatan 19 gives you an intimate setting without the pressure of a full tasting-menu commitment. Booking is rated easy, so you're not locked into planning weeks ahead — a genuine advantage over Stockholm spots where securing a table requires far more lead time.
Do I need a reservation at 19 Glas Bar & Matsal?
Booking difficulty is rated easy, which means a few days' notice is typically enough rather than weeks. Walk-ins are likely viable on quieter weeknights, but for a weekend visit or a specific table preference, booking ahead removes the risk. It's one of the more accessible options in Stockholm's otherwise competitive bar scene.
What's the crowd like at 19 Glas Bar & Matsal?
The crowd skews toward people who care about what's in the glass — wine-literate locals, off-duty hospitality workers, and visitors who've done their research on Stockholm's Old Town. It's not a tourist trap despite the Gamla Stan address, and it's not a see-and-be-seen venue. The name alone filters for a certain kind of customer.
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