TOSTO: A Quiet Treasure on Sturegatan
text Jahwanna Berglund
Some places greet you like an old friend, even on your very first visit. Tosto, discreetly located behind Sperling and Co on Sturegatan 6, is one of them. Max Duhs has crafted a space that does not need to raise its voice. Instead it welcomes you with openness, quiet intention and a sense of care woven into every detail. It feels personal because, in many ways, it is like discovering a secret that was always meant to find you.
The art collection is the first impression. It is curated with the intimacy of a private home but positioned with the confidence of a gallery. Nothing feels decorative. Everything feels chosen. It creates an atmosphere that mirrors the entire concept: personal, warm and quietly ambitious.
Tosto stands with one foot in Italy through ingredients and instinct, and the other reaching confidently into new worlds. The balance is seamless and it makes the dining experience feel alive with intention.
Some highlights from the menu
The octopus salad stood out from the start. Tender octopus, lemon mayo, pecorino and sesame seeds formed a bright and addictive combination that left a clear impression of what they are doing here at Tosto.
This was followed by brisket al brodo with fava beans and gremolata, generous in flavour and impossible not to resist. It tasted like something a nonna would serve at home, cooked with love.
Agnolotti with mushroom veloute brought comfort and elegance in a single bite, silky, earthy, deep and beautifully balanced.
Short rib and oxtail lasagna became the kind of dish that quietly takes over the table. Rich, layered and soulful, it tasted like hours of patience and intention.
Many more dishes filled the table, each thoughtful in its own way, but these were the ones that defined the experience for me. This is a place made for sharing, where ordering a little of everything feels natural and gives you the best of all worlds.
images courtesy of Tosto / Stureplansgruppen
Desserts
Pannacotta with cherry granita
Kalamansi sorbet
Pancake cake Tiramisu
All desserts felt playful and refreshing, each in its own personality. The kalamansi sorbet was a perfect palate cleanser while the pancake tiramisu was a joyful finale that made the table fall silent for a moment.
Tosto delivers something new to the dining experience. A place that feels both new and familiar, confident but never loud, personal yet refined. A fantastic experience from start to finish.
