Restaurants in Helsinki

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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 s...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.

Cafe Bar no 9

Budget Meals 33 8

A reliable choice

Cafe Bar no 9

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A waft of steamy air laden with the scent of stir-fry, pasta dishes and salads, greets you as you enter this popular and affordable lunch and dinner hang-out. Its wholesome and tasty plates and the slightly down-to-heel and laid back atmosphere make it a local favourite. Read more ›

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Hietalahti Market Hall

Things To Do 28 4

Lunch with locals

Hietalahti Market Hall

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Hietalahti Market Hall (in Finnish Hietalahden kauppahalli) used to be an antique hall but was returned back to a market hall in 2012 and locals welcomed it warmly when it opened. Outside the market hall there's a rather popular flea market daily in the summer time. Read more ›

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Taste of Helsinki and Suomenlinna

Taste of Helsinki and Suomenlinna

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This Tour begins with the basics of Helsinki and Finland, takes you to taste the fresh local ingredients and ends at the beautiful fortress right in front of Helsinki. The Taste of Helsinki & Suomenlinna Tour includes many of those must-to-dos of Helsinki.

Prices from

50 EUR

Duration

3.5 h

Languages

English, Swedish, German, Russian

Old Market Hall

Restaurants 24 1

Let's go to market!

Old Market Hall

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The Old Market Hall was recently renovated and it's now better than ever! This market hall has served customers since 1889, so it's good that it's is being taken care of. They sell fish, meat, bread, pastries, cheese, coffee, spices.. you name it. Read more ›

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Putte's Bar & Pizza

Pizza & beer

Putte's Bar & Pizza

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During the daytime Putte's offers lunch, and at other hours they serve great pizza. After dinnertime Putte's transforms into a relaxed bar perfect for hanging out or partying. Occasionally they even screen live sports. Read more ›

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Linnanmäki

Things To Do 22 3

Helsinki <3 Amusement park

Linnanmäki

22

Amusement park in the heart of Helsinki. This is the place where Helsinkians have screamed in the haunted house as a kid, had their first dates in the legendary wooden roller coaster and eaten cotton candy in ferris wheel when retired. There's also nice restaurant area called Kattila. Contemporary meatball bar Kuula is recommended. Read more ›

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Pihlajasaari

Things To Do 16 2

Getaway island

Pihlajasaari

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Pihlajasaari is an island located just 10 minutes by boat from the mainland, accessible from both Merisatama and Ruoholahti (€6/ €3,50). It’s a popular getaway from busy city life for many locals. There's a beach on the island as well as beautiful rocks to sunbath or have a picnic. Read more ›

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Taste of Helsinki and Suomenlinna

Taste of Helsinki and Suomenlinna

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This Tour begins with the basics of Helsinki and Finland, takes you to taste the fresh local ingredients and ends at the beautiful fortress right in front of Helsinki. The Taste of Helsinki & Suomenlinna Tour includes many of those must-to-dos of Helsinki.

Prices from

50 EUR

Duration

3.5 h

Languages

English, Swedish, German, Russian

Sandro (Kallio)

Party, eat, drink, brunch

Sandro (Kallio)

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The whole Helsinki is heading to Sandro at the moment. Their Sunday brunch is considered to be the best in town at the moment so you'll better make your reservation early if you want to try this modern African fusion feast. They also serve lunch, dinner, cocktails and other drinks, so the place is suitable for an evening hang around as well. Read more ›

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Silvoplee

Restaurants 13 2

Vegetarian, organic, raw and local

Silvoplee

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Silvoplee is a popular vegetarian restaurant where the focus is on organic, raw and local produce. It's so popular (even amongst devoted meat eaters) that it recently had to move to a larger premises to make room for raw food lovers. Read more ›

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Korjaamo

Restaurants 12 1

The cultural heart of Töölö

Korjaamo

12

Helsinki has a vibrant culture life if you know where to look for it. The culture hotspot Korjaamo offers interesting music shows, art exhibitions, stand-up, plays, talks... you name it! They also have their own art gallery. Read more ›

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Hoku

Restaurants 11 2

Hawaiiain-Japanese fusion

Hoku

11

This small no-fuss corner restaurant serves amazing Hawaiiain-Japanese fusion cuisine from a minimalistic and simple menu, both lunch and dinner. Their salmon teriyaki is known all over town among the local foodies. Read more ›

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Teurastamo

Things To Do 10 1

It was once an abattoir it’s that funky

Teurastamo

10

There’s a scent of hipster in the air and we LIKE IT! This part of town is becoming so exciting that we’re ready to crank up the Arcade Fire, jump on our fixies and ride out to discover whatever awesome events might be happening. Read more ›

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Ravintola Ilves

Restaurants 10 0

Finnish food before the gig

Ravintola Ilves

10

Traditionally more of a no-frills fuelling-up point before going to a gig at Tavastia next door, the vibe here is changing a little of late. Their fancier new menu seems to be bringing in more of a lunch crowd. Read more ›

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Eeron Keittiö

Restaurants 10 2

Eero's kitchen is your kitchen

Eeron Keittiö

10

A truly loved local favourite, founded in 2001, this restaurant offers friendly and personal service, carefully prepared Finnish food sourced from local producers and great value for money lunch specials. A sound, traditional Finnish attitude seasoned with a modern love for flair and flavour. Read more ›

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Helsinki Design District Walking Tour

Helsinki Design District Walking Tour

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Dive deep into Helsinki’s Design District on a 2-hour walking tour with a happy local guide. Learn how design has become a lifestyle for the Finns, visit classic design stores, including Artek and Marimekko, meet up-and-coming local designers, and more!

Prices from

25 EUR

Duration

2 h

Languages

English

Friends & Brgrs

Restaurants 9 3

Great Burgers & Fries

Friends & Brgrs

9

Amazing burger place close to the city center. The burgers are freshly made and delicious. The fries are triple cooked and taste amazing. The restaurant is often busy, but you don't have to wait long for a table. Read more ›

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B-Smokery

Restaurants 9 2

Super tasty pulled pork!

B-Smokery

9

Amazing food! Their lunch menu changes every day, although they'll always serve baby ribs and a veggie option. Weekend is the time for pulled pork, briskets, pulled pork burgers and other mouth melting meat options. Open during lunch, and again for evenings. Read more ›

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Kuja Bar & Bistro

Restaurants 9 1

Come and hang out on the Alley!

Kuja Bar & Bistro

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As its name implies, Kuja (“Alley”) is a laid-back oasis where you can escape the busy streets and relax with a burger and a beer. This laid-back atmosphere attracts customers to return to Kuja. Also their lunch is popular. Read more ›

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Tokyo 55

Restaurants 9 1

Wow, a sushi buffet

Tokyo 55

9

If you see hungry-looking people wandering around in Töölö with sushi cravings in their eyes, they’re most likely on their way to Tokyo 55. Here they offer a very popular lunch buffet Mon–Fri for €15, and their evening menu is also worth a try. Read more ›

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BLINIt

Budget Meals 9 1

Cheap pancakes -need we say more?

BLINIt

9

A nice and cheap Russian restaurant mainly sellng... well... blinis. A blini, for the uninitiated, is basically a thin Russian version of a pancake served with sweet or savoury fillings. Cheap pancakes. Mmmmmmmm... need we say more? Read more ›

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Skiffer

Restaurants 8 1

Unique pizza experience

Skiffer

8

Ever tried pizza with strawberries or freshwater fish? Skiffer is famous for their gourmet pizzas (“liuska”)that are baked in a peel oven and topped with peculiar ingredients. Their wine list includes carefully chosen organic wines. Read more ›

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Muru

Restaurants 8 4

Up for fine dining?

Muru

8

In Muru (in Finnish: Crumble) you can enjoy meals made from seasonal ingredients in a bistro atmosphere. The menu of the day with matching wines is recommended. Friendly staff really knows their food and the wines. Read more ›

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Historical Walking Tour in the Old Centre of Helsinki

Historical Walking Tour in the Old Centre of Helsinki

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We’d like to offer you the opportunity to book a private tour of Helsinki’s historical centre. The tour is generally flexible and can be adapted to suit your interests. You’re welcome to leave us a message if you have a specific idea in mind! We’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Prices from

40 EUR

Duration

2 h

Languages

English

Ravintola Tori

Restaurants 7 2

Comfy food, yes please.

Ravintola Tori

7

Their specialty is meatballs with mashed potatoes and Finnish brandy sauce. The vegetarian hamburger with avocado is great, as is the salmon soup. The sister restaurant of Tori, Alppilan Tori, is located in Vallila. Read more ›

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Gaijin

Restaurants 7 0

Mix of various Asian kitchens

Gaijin

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A real food experience. Gaijin is a mixture of different Asian cuisines. Their chefs are extremely good and the mixture they have going on works really well. Waiters and waitresses are also attentive and really helpful. Read more ›

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Patrona

Restaurants 7 0

Mexican food love affair

Patrona

7

The food. Oh my god, the food. It's fresh, zingy, authentic and crafted with love and real sensitivity to the tastebuds. It's just amazing. The menu isn't huge, but it's great quality and really well thought out. You can have the 'street food' options and keep the cost quite low, even at dinner time, a rarity in Helsinki. Read more ›

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Zucchini

Restaurants 7 1

Vegetarian Café

Zucchini

7

Zucchini is a great place in the city centre to have a vegetarian lunch or a snack. You can choose from a big hot meal or a soup, salad or pizza slice. All dishes are affordable (a pizza slice with salad and bread is around 6€) and will surely fill your belly. Read more ›

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Kannas

Restaurants 6 1

Sailor wants a burger!

Kannas

6

Very laid-back atmosphere which have saved many winter evenings.The burgers are huge and the fish portions are tasty. You never leave Kannas hungry! Read more ›

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Cargo Coffee & Kitchen

Budget Meals 5 3

Fresh vegetarian and vegan

Cargo Coffee & Kitchen

5

In the morning: vegetarian breakfast combo keeps you fueled up for long. Nice light soup lunch (vegan of course). After work burgers and dinner. You don't need to be vegetarian to enjoy your meal, it is great. Also: juices, raw sweets, sandwiches, salads (take-away also). Read more ›

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Juuri

Finnish tapas aka sapas

Juuri

5

Prepare youre taste buds and try a Finnish tapas, called ”sapas”. These fellas come in different sizes and flavours, if you are really hungry it is recommended to take 5-7 sets and for smaller appetite 3-5 sets is enough. Everything they serve is either locally produced or organic. Real food, real flavours. Read more ›

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Helsinki Shore Excursion

Helsinki Shore Excursion

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Helsinki is a charming and attractive city with lots of interesting sights to enjoy. We offer an affordable and high-quality shore excursion for cruisers.

Prices from

85 EUR

Duration

4 h

Languages

English, Spanish, German

Pastis

Restaurants 4 0

One of the best restaurants in Helsinki

Pastis

4

Many locals goes here again and again when there's a moment to celebrate something over a fancy dinner! Really amazing french cuisine restaurant, you can also find it from Michelin Guide. Atmosphere is welcoming and no tourists around. Read more ›

Ravintola Bellevue

Restaurants 4 0

More Russian than Russia

Ravintola Bellevue

4

It's the real deal. Not like the fancy schmancy modern food that doesn't make a dent in your hunger - come here and you know you've been fed. Read more ›

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Lemon Grass

Restaurants 4 1

Tasty Thai

Lemon Grass

4

A good location, hearty portions and they're not afraid to spice it up. They do an excellent Thai beef salad, but the chilli factor is not for the faint-hearted. Read more ›

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Pastor

Mix of Peruvian and Japanese flavors

Pastor

3

Great location, great food, great cocktails, great music! Pastor's inspiration is Peruvian cuisine with a Japanese Nikkei twist. Sharing is caring so all of Pastor's dishes are meant to be shared. You can come for a couple of cocktails, order some snacks or few shareble portions of ceviche, or take a 6 course chef's surprise menu :) Read more ›

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Kuurna

Restaurants 3 1

Local dinner at cozy atmosphere

Kuurna

3

Amazing dinner place that locals love– food is tasty and local, paired with good wines. Price is reasonable for three course meal – 44 euros. Atmosphere is moody and beautiful, you will enjoy your stay here! Get cozy while eating finnish cuisine! Read more ›

Sävel

Restaurants 3 0

Cool beer and hot food

Sävel

3

This laid-back restaurant offers lunch on weekdays, brunch on Saturdays or then you can order from the menu. They have also nice selection of beers. It's not unusual that you come for a Sunday snack with friends but end up spending the whole day in the comforting embrace of Sävel. Read more ›

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Ravintola Hoshito

Restaurants 3 0

Japan comes to Finland

Ravintola Hoshito

3

Hoshito is a perfect example of the new wave of global cuisine that’s blossomed in Helsinki in the last five years or so. We're proud that the city is finally getting multicultural - and starting to do it rather well! Read more ›

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Helsinki Highlights Walking Tour

Helsinki Highlights Walking Tour

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Our Helsinki highlights walk is the perfect introduction to the city: its history, public transportation, food, and much more. We visit some of the most popular sights and share tons of great tips for the rest of your stay.

Prices from

50 EUR

Duration

3 h

Languages

English

Grotesk

Restaurants 3 0

Special treat

Grotesk

3

It's got a big reputation, but it's not at all up it's own bottom, so to speak. The experience here is about the food, the service and the atmosphere, not about trying to impress people with microscopic portions, haughty waiters and your own fanciness. They're just excited to be sharing their passion with you. Read more ›

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Casa Italia

Budget Meals 2 0

Locals favourite Italian

Casa Italia

2

Place is always full! Locals who appreciate authentic italian food and products come here. This place goes to many occasions – You can have a great lunch here, or have a fantastic dinner. You can enjoy really good wines and coffee for reasonable price or pick a amazing panini to go. Also you can buy amazing cheese, meat or other italian products! Read more ›

Ateljé Finne

Restaurants 2 2

Local food, local favourite

Ateljé Finne

2

A classic! Amazing Finnish cuisine and fresh ingredients! The name comes from Johan Gunnar Finne, a Finnish sculptor who used to have a studio at the same address. His statues decorate the restaurant and make the atmosphere unique and beautiful. Read more ›

Taqueria El Rey

Restaurants 2 0

Best Mexican in Helsinki

Taqueria El Rey

2

Best tacos in Helsinki. Authentic food and atmosphere. Cozy and casual style, and you will have an amazing dinner here for sho! Locals fave place to get great mexican food (there's so many bad ones in Helsinki) and have a good time. Read more ›

Penny

Restaurants 2 0

One of my favourites in Helsinki

Penny

2

This cozy New York-style restaurant keeps it simple and delicious. One of my favourite places in Helsinki when you want to have a really good 3-course-dinner for good price (in Helsinki's sense). Place filled with locals, if you're planning to go Fri-Sat night, remember to book a table early! First courses 10e, main courses 20e, and desserts 5e. Read more ›

Nanking

Restaurants 2 0

Up for Chinese?

Nanking

2

Some say this is the best Chinese restaurant in Helsinki and they might just be right The atmosphere and menu are quite typical, but the food is carefully made and the service is friendly. It's a local favourite on evenings when one's too lazy to cook. Read more ›

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Ravintola AlppiTori

Restaurants 2 0

Comfy food, yes please.

Ravintola AlppiTori

2

Very laid back place where you can get comfort food when you feel down or where you can celebrate your successes with friends. So have a seat, order beer and food and just relax. Perfect for those particular Sundays when the weekend has been too rough on you. Read more ›

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Porvoo Day Tour From Helsinki

Porvoo Day Tour From Helsinki

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Visit the charming medieval city of Porvoo, located just 45 minutes from Helsinki, and see the Finnish countryside on a fascinating day tour with a local guide.

Prices from

90 EUR

Duration

6 h

Languages

English, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, French, Japanese, Swedish

The Boom Room

Budget Meals 2 0

Your living room in town

The Boom Room

2

Forget sloppily made coffee and enjoy the perfect cappuccino or a healthy smoothie in this tiny local living room where the owner always greets you with a big smile. Read more ›

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Kortteliravintola Lungi

Budget Meals 2 0

Kortteliravintola Lungi

Kortteliravintola Lungi

2

Casual and trendy local restaurant at the heart of Ullanlinna district. A good place for relaxing and chatting with friends - or with the staff, who are really fun and outgoing. We fully believe that working shouldn't be taken too seriously and we think these guys would agree. Local musicians often pop in to play here. Read more ›

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Ravintola No. 11

Restaurants 2 2

Eat like Kaurismäki

Ravintola No. 11

2

A classic Helsinki eatery that's popular with working people keen to get a hefty feed in their lunchbreak. Read more ›

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Ravintola Makuja

Restaurants 1 1

Vegan friendly sushi restaurant

Ravintola Makuja

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Ravintola Makuja is a small sushi restaurant in central Helsinki, right next to Kamppi. It hosts a sushi buffet throughout the day, every day, with a lot of variety. What I love about Makuja is the emphasis on organic food (no additives etc) and an impressive vegan selection. Plus its quite affordable. Highly recommended, especially in lunch time! Read more ›

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Pobre

Restaurants 1 1

Amazing restaurant. Hard to get a table.

Pobre

1

Great ambiance, and amazing cuisine. One of a kind in Helsinki. Only a few tables available. Would be extremely lucky to reserve a table. One of the most talked about restaurants in the city. The menu is well thought, also vegetarian options available. Read more ›

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DATE + KALE

Restaurants 1 0

Simple healthy food

DATE + KALE

1

This restaurant at the 5th floor of the Kamppi shopping center, offers wholesome, plant-rich and sustainable foods, such as bowls, beverage and cakes, perfect for vegetarians and vegans, breakfast, brunch, lunch, snacks. Read more ›

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Piece 'n' Love

Really good local pizza

Piece 'n' Love

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Local people are loving this one! It's one of the newest pizzerias in Helsinki. They serve pizza with white sauce, not tomato sauce – and it's delicious! There is pizzas with toppings like snail, salmon and duck. Yummmm Read more ›

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Private Custom Tour

Private Custom Tour

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Our private custom-made walking tour is a modern way to experience the city of Helsinki. It includes everything you need to know about Finnish culture and history, with a particular focus on our unique way of life.

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11.58 EUR

Duration

2 h

Languages

English, Swedish, German, Russian

Sandro (Kamppi)

Restaurants 1 0

Middle East in a snowball

Sandro (Kamppi)

1

Sandro (with all 3 locations) is a must-go lunch place because of a big variety of dishes that are perfectly spiced, they taste great and look great! It's my favourite place to eat in the whole city and it has something for everyone. Although it's not labeled vegan or vegetarian, this place is friendly to both and the food is super tasty. Read more ›

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Ravintola Mantra

Restaurants 0 0

Nepalese delicacies

Ravintola Mantra

0

If you want a culinary experience and eat extremely diverse and extraordinarily good food away of the rush of the center: eat in this nepalese restaurant! For all ages and diets. Price range a little above average Read more ›

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Aleksanterinkatu

Budget Meals 0 0

The Capital's shopping street

Aleksanterinkatu

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Great variety in shops, cafes and restaurants. You can find jewellery, clothes, food, souvenirs and more here. Also a great opportunity for any tourists interested in photography. Aleksanterinkatu is really close to Tuomiokirkko and the harbor nearby. Read more ›

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Budarexpress

Budget Meals 0 0

Venezuelan coffee shop in Helsinki

Budarexpress

0

They sell the best organic coffee in Helsinki. And for all food lovers, they have the best arepas in town (venezuelan traditional food). They also offer different cakes and also soup. The design of the place is also super cute. The people working there is always smiling and friendly. Read more ›

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Kokomo Tikibar & Room

Budget Meals 0 0

Pacific cocktails and atmosphere!

Kokomo Tikibar & Room

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They serve pacific-style food in a setting to match. Starters are from €3-10 euros and mains are from 12 to 28 euros, so it's got something for most budgets. It's also located right in the centre of some of the best alternative nightlife in the city. Read more ›

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