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Mälarpaviljongen

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Visitors praise Mälarpaviljongen for its beautiful waterfront location and relaxing atmosphere, calling it a quintessential Stockholm summer experience. However, common complaints include disappointing food quality, with some finding burgers chewy and dry and salads small for the price, and issues with bird droppings on seating areas.

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Söder Mälarstrand 31, 118 25 Stockholm
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malarpaviljongen.se
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About this place Mälarpaviljongen

Mälarpaviljongen is a waterfront venue located on Söder Mälarstrand in Stockholm's vibrant Södermalm neighbourhood, one of the city's most lively and welcoming districts. Situated directly along the water with views of Lake Mälaren, this is the kind of place where you can enjoy a meal or drinks while taking in Stockholm's beautiful natural surroundings. The venue caters to a diverse clientele and hosts various events throughout the year, making it a social hub for locals and visitors alike. Stockholm's Södermalm has a well-established LGBTQ+ scene, and waterfront venues like this one are popular gathering spots, particularly during the warmer months when outdoor seating becomes especially appealing. Whether you're looking for a casual meal, drinks with friends, or to catch a special event, this type of venue offers a relaxed atmosphere with good views. The location is accessible and well-connected to the rest of the city. For current information about opening hours, specific events, menus, and what's on during your visit, check their website at malarpaviljongen.se. It's worth planning ahead during peak season, as popular waterfront venues can get busy, especially on weekends and during Stockholm's summer months.

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Bernadette C
Jun 2026
★★★★★

Sat very well in the pavilion but we were disappointed… not a single organic red or white wine and when I asked why I got a nonchalant answer that there was no demand. I hope they soon reconsider and offer it! My partner's burger was chewy and dry, one of the worst he had eaten he said. My Caesar salad, however, was very good.

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BeainSthlm
Jun 2026
★★★★★

If you want to know what summer in Stockholm feels like, this is it. As soon as the sun is out, we Stockholmers are out. Mälarpaviljongen is basically a few small terraces floating on the water. You might need to wait a bit, but once you’re in… it’s hard to leave. Lunch, dinner or AW, you can’t go wrong here. And if you feel like it, you can sip your bubbles while dipping your feet in the water. This is Stockholm for you.

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Nebrink
Jun 2026
★★★★

Excellent for a glass of cold sauvignon blanc on a hot summer day. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, the cooking has never been in a single year when we have visited it.

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TRAVELLING MATT🌴🌍🌎🌏
Jun 2026
★★★★★

Great stop fantastic location great coffee will come back beautiful views of the water and very relaxing. We went on a cloudy day still nice

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Max Headroom
Jun 2026
★★★★

Beautiful exclusive and yet relaxed place to stay, among other things, on continuous floats directly on/on the water. But the Mood also has its drawbacks - this year there were especially many sparrows and therefore also unmissable bird dirt on the chairs. Unfortunately, this is a point that has deteriorated over the last few years despite the installation of a movable roof, etc. The food remains consistently good, but the wine list and thus the selection of wines has shrunk recently. Unfortunately, we also lack the availability of all necessary ingredients for the cocktail. Dogs are so welcome that they are unfortunately very often kept on the seats of guests. Overall, you should look very carefully at where you sit or lean.

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Caroline
Jun 2026
★★★★★

Incredibly nice environment by the water. But I am very disappointed with the food. A Caesar salad with shrimp costs 265kr. It's a price we don't often see on a salad even though it's in Stockholm. The salad was small and there was minimal shrimp. I told the place that I did not think this was ok, got a few more shrimp but no more salad. I expect a salad that is significantly better, the one served is in the 160-krona class.

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marfak
Jun 2026
★★★★

This place has a great view. You order at the kitchen and they bring the food to your table. Limited menu. It was a beautiful, (rare) sunny day so sitting there was a delight. The food was very good and the portions were generous. I had the fried herring which was very tasty. Recommended.

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danniee
Jun 2026
★★★★

Arrogant bartender who refused to serve me because I was on the ”wrong side” of the bar haha. He couldn't turn around and take a step and I had to walk around instead. He ignored me completely and served other guests who came after me. Absurd. Have been here many times and spent a lot of money on food and drink but this was the last time. Being treated like air is not pleasant. Have already found other cozy places to hang out at the far north mälarstrand with far better treatment. The food is mediocre, by the way. Certainly not something I'm going to come crawling back for.

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Smilla F
Jun 2026
★★★★★

Cozy location and fresh. A little overpriced food wise but for the location they will be worth it. Good beer and drinks. Perfect amount of dressing on the salad that did not take over the pours.

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BeainSthlm
Jun 2026
★★★★

Fantastic cozy environment. If it is warm and sunny, it can only be good. The service is quite non-existent, and the food is good but not exactly memorable. You simply come here to enjoy the view and company.

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