The restaurant and cafe culture in Helsinki has absolutely flourished in the last few years and the central suburbs are developing a gastronomical scene to rival the trendiest of international cities. Helsinki is gaining its fair sha…Open the full description
The restaurant and cafe culture in Helsinki has absolutely flourished in the last few years and the central suburbs are developing a gastronomical scene to rival the trendiest of international cities. Helsinki is gaining its fair share of Michelin star restaurants but it's the wonderful, community-minded and ethically oriented cafes, lunch places and internationally themed (and run) restaurants that are popping up like mushrooms in the rain.
The Finns’ love for simplicity, quality and organic ingredients leads to excellent cuisine, without the pomp and self-congratulation of the more renowned southern European kitchen. Meanwhile, American, Latin, African and Asian kitchens are becoming established here, bringing fabulous new influences and ideas. Former Italian Prime Minister Berlusconi infamously slammed Finnish food a few years back and since then Finland has made it its mission to prove him wrong.
Hietalahti Market Hall
Eating
28
4
If you're interested in high quality food, this market hall is your place. In addition to ingredients, the market hall is also a perfect place for lunch. You can enjoy tasty soup in Soppakeittiö, fresh shrimps at Räken, perfect burgers ar Roslund and delicious fish dishes at Marja Nätti.
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Sandro (Kallio)
Eating
17
2
You must try their food! They have amazing vegetarian options, so I'd suggest you to try those, but they also have meat options available. The place is cosy and suitable for every situation.
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Local Experience
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Prices from
30
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Duration
3 h
Languages
English
Linnanmäki
Eating
24
4
It's quite expensive to go to the rides, but entrance is totally free. There's even one ride Panoraama for free. It's not very intense, but lifts you up to the air and shows the sight of Helsinki from high up. If you want to pay to go to one ride, choose the wooden roller coaster.
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Ravintola Ilves
Budget Meals
12
1
They serve very nice Finnish food. If you're not that hungry, try the Finnish "tapas" or then just choose one of the big portions and you'll hunger is only a bad dream.
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Putte's Bar & Pizza
Eating
24
4
They don't take table reservations for groups under 10 people, so you'll normally find a seat. The pizza here is made with love and thought, so it's worth trying for. Check their Facebook page for events and join the party!
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Korjaamo
Nightlife
13
1
Their programme is definitely worth checking out while you’re in Helsinki: www.korjaamo.fi/en. There’s even a nice restaurant/café/ bar for lunch and breakfast on weekdays and brunch on weekends. They also offer drinks and snacks every night.
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Duration
3 h
Languages
English
Old Market Hall
Eating
25
1
It's very close to the Market Square so it's a good option to see part of Finnish food culture if the weather is bad. There are also different alternatives for lunch as well as good options to try typical Finnish specialities.
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Cafe Bar no 9
Eating
35
8
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You can also linger for a few beers - if you can handle the hopeful gazes of hungry onlookers waiting for your table. As the evening wears on the kitchen closes and the atmosphere becomes more intimate. And more beery. Meals from €10.
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Pihlajasaari
Restaurants
18
2
Pack your swimming gear and sun lotion, along with snacks and a picnic lunch. There's also a restaurant on the island which serves lovely smoked fish from their own smokery and freshly baked Finnish doughnuts. You can also camp on the island (€15/ tent/ night).
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Silvoplee
Restaurants
14
3
There's a buffet and you pay according to the weight of your portion. The selection is big, tasty and for sure healthy. You seldom get vegetarian food prepared with so much thought than in here. Their raw cakes are a good dessert.
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Tokyo 55
Restaurants
9
1
Perfect for lunch! Their sushi is fresh and miso soup tasty. It can get a bit crowded though and the best place to go is at 11 am before the 12 am rush hour starts. In the evenings the place quiets down and the atmosphere changes.
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Eeron Keittiö
Restaurants
10
2
The key word here is ‘unpretentious’ and you’ll often be served your seasonally tailored dishes by Eero himself in this cosy, yet professional restaurant. They take gastronomy seriously, but are not so head-in-the-clouds that they can’t see the beauty of a well prepared potato.
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Skiffer
Restaurants
9
1
Enjoy your meal in the maritime surrounds of Liuskaluoto (a small island near Helsinki, or in their other restaurant located in the city centre. You can easily get to Liuskaluoto by boat that leaves from Merisatamanranta.
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Teurastamo
Restaurants
10
1
Pile some organic ingredients into your hemp satchel at the market or listen to a lecture on architecture. It was once an abattoir it’s that funky. Fresh past, ice cream, lunch.. you name it. Check www.teurastamo.com.
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Friends & Brgrs
Budget Meals
9
3
The restaurant is quite cozy, with a Nordic-themed interior (lots of wood). The service is friendly and quick. The prices are normal for Helsinki, and the value is great. In my opinion, the Cheese & Onion Brgr is the best.
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