Magari
Vasastaden, Stockholm
Restaurant in Stockholm, Sweden
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Magari is an easy Stockholm option for a low-friction lunch or dinner rather than a destination meal. Book it when convenience and flexibility matter; for a clearer special-occasion signal, compare Etoile, while Lilla Ego gives a more defined value case.
About Magari
Magari is a casual venue in Stockholm with opening hours across the week. It opens from 11 AM Monday to Friday, from noon on Saturday and Sunday, and stays open until 10 PM most nights, with a 10:30 PM close on Friday and Saturday.
Beyond those basics, it is a straightforward Stockholm option to consider when the schedule and casual dress code fit your plans.
Book it for convenience, not ceremony
Magari makes the most sense when timing matters more than ceremony. Its listed hours cover daytime through evening across the week, which gives diners a wide planning window. Monday through Thursday it is open 11 AM–10 PM, Friday 11 AM–10:30 PM, Saturday 12–10:30 PM, and Sunday 12–10 PM.
With no menu details or signature dishes listed, the safest approach is to check the current offering directly with the venue before you go. The dress code is casual, so the practical read is simple: plan for a relaxed meal in Stockholm rather than a highly formal occasion.
Where it fits in a Stockholm shortlist
Use Magari as one casual Stockholm option alongside other dining rooms rather than as a venue with a confirmed specialty or accolade. If you are comparing plans, Etoile and Lilla Ego are natural names to check separately.
For additional comparisons, look at 800 Grader, Macelleria, and THE ITALIAN COUSINS. The useful question is practical: which venue has the timing, location in Stockholm, and current availability that best fits the meal you are planning.
Planning details
- Location
- Sankt Eriksgatan 110, 113 31 Stockholm, Sweden
- Website
- magaripizza.com
- Phone
- +46105558929
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Magari reads as a street-level Italian that pairs deliberate cooking with a lived-in, unassuming room. The writing emphasizes a restaurant that wants to be warm rather than grand: its name is invoked as a tonal cue—'how nice'—and the team deliberately rejects the formality of tasting-counter institutions. Set on Sankt Eriksgatan in a quieter register of the city, Magari feels like a considered, informal stop where the focus is on thoughtful food without the trappings of ceremony. The overall atmosphere is relaxed and warm, oriented toward approachable yet serious dining.
Best For
Magari is best for evenings when you want serious cooking without ritualized service. It sits just beneath the city's tasting-menu apex, so it suits diners who appreciate careful technique and considered plates but prefer a straightforward, seated dinner rather than a single-seating tasting progression. The room and menu share the same informal register, which makes Magari a natural choice for low-key date nights or relaxed dinners with friends. Because the description frames it as a neighbourhood, street-level restaurant, it also works well for those seeking a quieter alternative to Stockholm's more performative districts.
Ordering Tips
The description makes clear that Magari does not follow the long tasting-menu format common at the city's flagships, so expect à la carte choices rather than a fixed multi-course progression. Lean on the kitchen's signatures—Nuvola Cetarese, Mr Ryan and Casareccia are highlighted as standout dishes—to get a quick sense of the house style. Given the restaurant's emphasis on considered, informal cooking, choose a few focused plates to share or pair, and come expecting a composed dinner experience without the formal trappings of high-end tasting rooms.
Venue details
Ambiance
Pleasant and inviting with moss-green walls contrasting light wooden furniture, though can be noisy indoors.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Nuvola Cetarese
- Mr Ryan
- Casareccia
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Sankt Eriksgatan 110, 113 31 Stockholm, Sweden
Planning details
Location
Restaurant context
How Magari compares in Stockholm
Magari is the easy-choice option in this set: useful when the plan needs flexibility and the meal does not need a formal frame. Etoile is the clearer splurge because its contemporary French, creative format and €€€€ tier set expectations before booking. Choose Etoile for a planned dinner; choose Magari when the schedule is looser.
For value, Lilla Ego has the stronger pre-booking signal thanks to its modern cuisine label and €€ tier. Magari is harder to judge on price-to-experience because no price range or cuisine category is listed, so it works better for diners comfortable deciding from the day's offering.
800 Grader, Macelleria, and THE ITALIAN COUSINS are the better cross-shops if the group wants a more specific casual format. Magari's edge is ease; the peers are stronger when their concept better matches the craving.
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Compare Magari
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magari | Stockholm | , | , | No published awards |
| 800 Grader | Stockholm | , | , | No published awards |
| Etoile | Stockholm | Contemporary French, Creative | €€€€ | Star Wine Lists 2026Michelin Guide Nordic Countries 20262026 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Recommended2026 White Guide Nordic Restaurants - Masters Level2026 White Guide Sweden Restaurants - Masters Level2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #5572025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #4132024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Macelleria | Stockholm | , | , | No published awards |
| Lilla Ego | Stockholm | Modern Cuisine | €€ | Star Wine Lists 2026Michelin Guide Nordic Countries 20262026 White Guide Nordic Restaurants - Very Fine Level2026 White Guide Sweden Restaurants - Very Fine Level2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| THE ITALIAN COUSINS | Stockholm | , | , | No published awards |
How Magari Stockholm compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Magari?
Magari opens at 11 AM Monday to Friday and at noon on weekends, with evening hours every day. Friday and Saturday have the latest listed closing time at 10:30 PM. Specific lunch or dinner menus are not confirmed, so check directly with the venue if the menu timing matters.
What should I order at Magari?
No signature dish, cuisine, or menu format is listed. The safest move is to review the current menu with the venue before visiting and choose based on what is offered that day.
What are alternatives to Magari in Stockholm?
For other Stockholm dining options to compare, look at Etoile, 800 Grader, Lilla Ego, Macelleria, and THE ITALIAN COUSINS. Check each venue directly for current hours, menu, pricing, and booking details.
Is Magari good for a special occasion?
Magari has a casual dress code and broad opening hours, which can make it easy to plan around. If you need a venue with a formal format, tasting menu, or specific occasion-focused details, Magari is not the best fit.
Can I eat at the bar at Magari?
Bar seating is not listed. Contact Magari directly before relying on bar dining or any specific seating arrangement.
What should I wear to Magari?
The dress code is casual. Neat, relaxed clothing is an appropriate choice for a visit to Magari in Stockholm.
How far ahead should I book Magari?
A booking policy or typical reservation lead time is not listed. If you are planning for Friday or Saturday evening, when the listed hours run until 10:30 PM, check directly with Magari for availability.
