Finding a good place, where to eat, in Tartu might unexpectedly turn into quite a challenge. As a big part of Tartu's population are university students, who would rather invest their money in a beer than a meal, there aren't actually…Open the full description
Finding a good place, where to eat, in Tartu might unexpectedly turn into quite a challenge. As a big part of Tartu's population are university students, who would rather invest their money in a beer than a meal, there aren't actually that many restaurants (ones that are worth visiting anyway). So if you're not really digging the idea of buying a couple of packages of those one-minute noodles and sitting in your hostel/hotel boiling them, you will hopefully find our little guide useful. Our picks for you include cosy cafes, cheap late night bites and even fancier restaurants to take your partner to (you know, as Tartu is quite a romantic little town, why not try and take the full use of it). Bon Appétit!
Werner Cafe & Lounge
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12
Werner is an important part of the university town having been the meeting place for professors, students, artists, poets and writers since 1882. The cafe serves the biggest cappuccinos in town and don't even bother trying to ignore the cake stand...
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Crepp
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19
1
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According to the owner Crepp is a nice place for nice people. And they've certainly succeeded in that.
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Kalev Chocolate Shop
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14
1
If you ever ask an Estonian about their national dishes, you'll at first be met with an empty and confused stare. After some time they might come up with two things. One is black bread and the other is Kalev chocolate.
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Püssirohukelder
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15
4
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The second you walk into this pub you'll notice a couple of things. Firstly, it's busy. Secondly, it's high. Like, really high. Seriously, an 11-metre-ceiling high. The reason why the place is so spacious is that it used to be a massive storage space for gunpowder.
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La Dolce Vita
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11
3
The moment you step in La Dolce Vita you forget your daily worries, first world problems and stuff that has been bothering you for ages. The warmhearted waitresses welcome you to the kind and sunny piece of Italy. Owned by true Italians, you know that no-one will mess with your food.
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Illegaard
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18
1
Bit of a legend on the Tartu pub scene. Over 20 years old, known as place with free minded atmosphere and good service. Full of local students and other townies, more like creative-kind gem, but welcomes everybody.
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Metro
Budget Meals
10
0
Choose bread. Choose meat. Pay a couple of euros while it’s being grilled. Choose dressing. Choose veggies. And voilà – a sandwich or a wrap made exactly according to your taste. Locals claim that the sandwiches might be a magical cure for those nasty hangovers.
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Cafe Anna Edasi
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10
1
Driven by the love for her great grandmother and her cooking, the warmhearted hostess of this cozy cafe seeks to keep her memory alive by letting everyone in on the childhood pastry recipes. The movie and literature nights make it a popular place among the local bohemians, but it’s oh-so-totally worth to discover this hidden gem yourself.
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Vilde Restaurant
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16
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The writers Wilde and Vilde would have gladly stepped into this restaurant. Excellent food, nice atmosphere, rich history and great service make a killer combo. Wilde has definitely got it all plus a beautiful summer terrace.
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Krempel
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10
4
A charming café by cute young people, it is one of the best places in Tartu that has quickly proven itself in a town full of cafés. Krempel is cosy, with excellent service and lots of culinary fantasy. Amongst all kinds of goodness from breakfast to dinner, Krempel's main forté is its fantastic cake shelf.
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Chez André
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6
1
Chez André is a restaurant that despite its elegant interior very much carries some of that special Tartu spirit. You can't help not to drool by just reading the menu, but wait until you actually see the food. Dishes are creative and not only beautifully served, but also delicious.
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Säde
Budget Meals
8
2
Decorated with cosy wooden accents and books to keep you entertained (if the people-watching isn't enough), it's a welcoming place to be. During school sessions, the place is a firm favourite of (journalism) students and internationals, so you know you're in good company! It's the hip coffee-shop to be in
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Pierre
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6
1
The Tallinn-based Cafe Pierre family is well known amongst the local chocolate fans, but their Tartu front has found itself a niche of its own. Housed in a spacious Baroque setting, they seek to (successfully) impress with a proper menu.
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Lokaal Pirogov
Budget Meals
6
0
It's a good place to have quick lunch or grab a drink with friends. Also, it has good music: interesting, pleasant and not too loud so you can have a chat. And there is excellent service.
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Mandel
Budget Meals
6
2
There's no place quite as legendary for a good cake as Tartu's historic café Werner, but Mandel does offer some very tough competition. It looks like a countryside home, a visit to your grandparents – with cake and coffee already waiting. The pastries vary every day and also feature a few gluten and dairy free options.
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