Number One (N1) — Stortorget café, coworking and casual bistro

A civic café with flexible purpose

Number One occupies a prominent corner on Stortorget, presenting itself as part café, part coworking hub and part bistro. The space reads as intentionally multi-functional: chairs and tables arranged for both solo laptop sessions and sociable dining, a counter with display of baked goods, and an easygoing service approach that flows between coffee orders and plated lunches.

Design and light that invite lingering

The interior favours practical Scandinavian sensibilities — clean lines, wooden surfaces and large windows that admit northern light and frame the town square outside. Communal seating encourages conversation and working alongside strangers, while smaller tables let you tuck into a sandwich or soup in relative privacy. In summer the façade and nearby square spill with daylight, making the space feel especially airy.

Food, drink and working culture

Menus at Number One focus on crowd-pleasing café fare: open-faced sandwiches, salads, simple warm plates and pastries, with a selection of coffee, soft drinks and a modest wine list available for afternoon or early-evening service. The venue’s working-friendly hours, reliable Wi‑Fi and accessible power points mark it as a place where freelancers and visitors mix with locals taking a leisurely lunch.

Character and local role

N1 sits at the intersection of civic life and everyday routine in Östersund. It functions as a meeting place for quick business catch-ups, informal study sessions and casual social time. The tone of the venue is welcoming rather than formal — staff approachability and pragmatic service keep the focus on simple, well-made offerings rather than elaborate gastronomy.

Sensory notes and seasonal shifts

Listen for low murmurings of conversation, the hiss of espresso machines and the occasional clink of cutlery; smell fresh coffee, warm bread and the faint briny note of late‑afternoon fish or smoked toppings on open sandwiches. In winter the interior becomes a cosy refuge from the cold, while in the warmer months the square outside lends a sunny, communal terrace feel.

Practical expectations for visitors

Expect a casual dress code and an easy pace: mornings bring quieter laptop work sessions, midday offers steady lunch service, and weekends are more relaxed with brunch-style menus. Seating is a mix of flexible communal benches and smaller tables; accessibility is typical for an urban café setting. The venue’s mixed role as a cafeteria, restaurant and coworking spot makes it a useful stop for short work stints and light meals.