Many tourists converge on the Town Hall Square after finishing their activities and fan out to the surrounding restaurants. This is a mistake, as you'll most likely be overcharged. Instead, try digging a little deeper to get to the...Open the full description
Many tourists converge on the Town Hall Square after finishing their activities and fan out to the surrounding restaurants. This is a mistake, as you'll most likely be overcharged. Instead, try digging a little deeper to get to the real gems. Trust us, you needn't go far.
The twisting streets of the Old Town hold many culinary delights, from fashionable fringe restaurants to traditional Estonian experiences and world cuisines. Even if you're looking for a quick and simple fix you'll be glad to know Tallinn offers excellent and infinitely healthier alternatives to McDonald's, often at a lower cost.
Rewards are for those who seek them, and Tallinn's size makes seeking shamefully easy. Nothing's ever too far in this small city, so don't be afraid to push to and beyond the old walls in search of that perfect meal.
Must Puudel
Cafes
77
9
A very popular cafe among the locals, Must Puudel started the trend of combining cool nostalgic details as well as design elements from the Soviet era with the urban vibes of Tallinn. Charming service and vegan food available.
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Lounge 24
Nightlife
23
1
The selection of drinks is excellent so there's no need to run downstairs for a six pack. Oh and did we mention the open-air terrace? It's classy, so turning up in a torn T-shirt with a vicious hangover from last night's tour of the city's underbelly is probably in bad taste.
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Local Experience
Tallinn Food & Bike Tour
Prices from
55
EUR
Duration
4 h
Languages
Estonian, English
Reval Cafe & Restaurant
Cafes
25
2
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It's a well known brand among locals and there are several locations around the city. The most famous and best atmosphere is on Müürivahe street. It's a place for a quick coffee stop or takeaway, lunch meetings, a romantic dinner in the restaurant part – you name it. We like it cause we know what to expect.
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Komeet
Cafes
37
7
You can get a healthy meal here but curiously, this is the one cafe where the owners actually encourage you to just go with a simple coffee and a pastry instead. Maybe they oppose gluttony, or maybe they just want people to relax, but we quite like not being pressured into going crazy.
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NOP Cafe and Shop
Food & Supplies
25
5
This homely cafe and eco-shop is a popular meeting point for Kadriorg's eco-friendly folk. The selection here is good too. Be it fresh vegetables from small Estonian farms to organic farm milk to Mediterranean sardines and Asian noodle sauces. It's more than a cornerstore – the cafe works hard every day to provide a tasty organic lunch.
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Chocolaterie Pierre
Cafes
24
4
A bit pricier than your average local cafe Pierre makes you feel like you're in 1920s Paris. In summer it's one of the most amazing places to sit and watch the world go by, or take a break from a walk in the Old Town during a cold winter's day.
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Local Experience
Tallinn Food & Bike Tour
Prices from
55
EUR
Duration
4 h
Languages
Estonian, English
Kohvik AUGUST
Cafes
22
4
As you're walking by cafe August you'll see those really comfortable-looking colorful pillows on their deep window sill and you can't help but to step inside. This little retro-style cafe offers high-quality coffee and a cosy environment. They also have a simple yet tasty menu and delicious lunch specials on weekdays for only €4–5.
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Boheem
Cafes
44
3
Away from the busy centre you'll be able to enjoy a quiet afternoon and dive deep into the slow pace of the neighbourhood. Soak up the vibe right here. We suggest you get yourself a pancake, be it sweet or savory, and brace yourself for a day of exploration in one of Tallinn's more curious areas.
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Sesoon
Cafes
33
6
The quality of the food that you get in this café is unheard of for such little money, even rivalling the standards of a fine dining restaurant. They have moved to a different location, but it's still as good as ever.
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Von Krahl
Cafes
44
3
Not everybody is content with Tallinn's mainstream club scene, and those people have long held Von Krahl in high regard. Technically the place is a theatre bar attracting local art patrons and other colourful characters with their tasty menu and short-but-sweet beer selection.
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Bibi Pagar
Cafes
12
1
It's the perfect place for your breakfast rolls and buns as they open already at 7.45am on weekdays and 9am on Saturdays. Plus they will light up you morning with their friendly faces. There's not much room to eat in, but you can easily grab everything to go.
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Koogel Moogel
Cafes
12
1
It's like stepping into a family room of warm and welcoming people who live and breathe theatre. It's also the only cheap place to eat in the upper town with daily specials at only €2 (soup) and €3.50.
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Energia Cafe
Cafes
18
3
The bartender might pick his nose while serving you. It's pretty 1979. We're sure that people who are looking for an exotic experience won't be disappointed, but bear in mind that just because this is a "Soviet cafe“, it doesn't mean Lenin's portraits are lining its walls and that all the workers are wearing red uniforms.
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Local Experience
Soviet lifestyle tour with a coffee break in a Soviet-style cafe
Prices from
3
EUR
Duration
2 h
Languages
English, Italian, Russian
Mamo
Cafes
13
2
They use fresh produce and offer healthy dishes: the menu includes lactose and gluten free foods, also there are many options for vegetarians. The menu changes a little every day, so check out their webpage where you'll find what they offer each day. Mamo also serves breakfast, great smoothies, salads and sandwiches, both warm and cold.
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Vesivärava Kohvik
Cafes
9
3
Located in the pleasant, family-friendly district of Kadriorg, Vesivärava Kohvik is a time-tested favorite of neighborhood locals. Some of the best pastries in the city are to be found here, baked lovingly by the hands of the two sweet older women overseeing the business.
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