Heading to Helsinki and its wonderful restaurants? We've made choosing a restaurant easier by listing our favorites in Helsinki. Whether you're looking for fine dining, casual bistro fare, the best pub, or the sunniest terrace, our list has options for you. Bon appétit!
Garden Terrace, Mariankatu 23 The kitchen at Garden Terrace combines French-inspired brasserie-style dishes with Finnish ingredients in an elegant and relaxed setting. The unique terrace area in the heart of Helsinki, with a sun-filled courtyard in summer, is perfect for enjoying long summer days.
Ravintola Lilja, Mariankatu 23 At the fine dining restaurant Lilja, enjoy delicious and picturesque dishes in an elegant atmosphere. The menu features wild fish from local fishermen, Finnish berries, reindeer from Sodankylä, and French caviar, presenting the best of Finnish and European seasonal ingredients for new and diverse taste experiences.
Pompier, Eteläesplanadi 8 Pompier Espa is a charming 50-seat restaurant in a prime location on the Esplanade. Dishes are made from the best seasonal ingredients and paired with carefully selected wines. Pompier serves both lunch and à la carte dinner.
Sue Ellen, Eteläranta 16 Sue Ellen offers the city’s best seafood dishes in stunning surroundings by the sea. The restaurant is open for private groups from Monday to Sunday.
Ravintola Muru, Fredrikinkatu 41 Muru has become a Helsinki classic over the years, known for its great food, excellent wines, and uncompromising passion for customer service. The most popular option is the four-course Daily Menu (59 €), emphasizing seasonal ingredients.
Pastis, Pieni Roobertinkatu 2 A little piece of Paris in the heart of Helsinki – that’s Pastis! The authentic rustic French kitchen and atmosphere, along with attentive service, make Pastis in the Kaarti district an unforgettable experience. The sommelier’s selected wines complete the culinary journey to France, offering an interesting selection for even the most discerning tastes.
Ristorante Fiasco?, Eteläranta 16 The perfect choice for Italian food fans! Ristorante Fiasco? combines great local ingredients with authentic Italian flavors. The kitchen’s philosophy is to maintain high quality and local food principles while striving to create the most authentic Italian dishes possible.
Manala, Dagmarinkatu 2 Located in the traditional Ostrobotnia building, Manala is a devilishly good restaurant and bar. The menu includes both small sins and big passions, offering honest food and the city’s tastiest pizzas! The bar side features cold drinks and hot live music.
Dagmar Bistro & Wine Bar, Dagmarinkatu 4 Stop by for lunch, linger over a glass, or lose track of time enjoying the evening at the relaxed neighborhood bistro and wine bar Dagmar. The extensive wine list, favorite dishes from around the world, and cozy decor make this restaurant gem irresistible.
Bangkok 9, Kaivokatu 8 Located in the Citycenter shopping mall, this restaurant offers fresh and authentic Thai street food and fusion dishes, full of flavors. So simple and so good, just like in Bangkok.
Thai Orchid Villa, Urho Kekkosen katu 1 The cozy Thai Orchid Villa is easily found in the Kamppi shopping center. The menu features authentic Thai dishes made from high-quality, often local ingredients.
Gastro Cafe Kallio, Fleminginkatu 7 Gastro Cafe Kallio is a bistro restaurant and micro bakery on Fleminginkatu in the heart of Kallio. The restaurant selects the best ingredients daily, using a lot of organic and local small farm products in the kitchen.
Bistro le Coin, Siltasaarenkatu 10 Located in Hakaniemi, Helsinki, with convenient transport connections, Bistro Le Coin offers French-style cuisine with a touch of flavors from other parts of Europe. The food is honest and straightforward, and the drink selection is carefully considered, with the wine cellar mainly consisting of European wines.
Ragu, Ludviginkatu 3 Ragu is inspired by the purity and creativity of Scandinavian cuisine, with a passion for Italian food traditions, wines, and excellent ingredients. The cozy and stylish restaurant Ragu is located near Helsinki’s Esplanade on Ludviginkatu.
Finnjävel Sali, Ainonkatu 3 Finnjävel Sali offers the soul landscape of Finland with pure flavors and experiences from forests, lakes, fells, and fields. The restaurant revives forgotten Finnish delicacies and interprets Finnish food heritage in a modern and sophisticated way, so familiar tastes and dishes surprise.
Treffi Verkkosaari, Capellanranta 3 A new restaurant gem by the sea – Treffi Verkkosaari! Close to the metro but far from the hustle and bustle. Relax by the sea and let the flavors take you away! You can also reach Treffi Verkkosaari by boat.
Hansa Café Bar & Brasserie, Mannerheimintie 5 Hansa Café Bar & Brasserie is located in the heart of Helsinki in a building where city dwellers, artists, cultural figures, and decision-makers have enjoyed quality food and good company since the early 1900s. The restaurant honors the building’s history as an ambassador of French-influenced cuisine, with proud roots in Finnish culture.
Gastro Hub, Unioninkatu 30 Gastro Hub brings the exciting flavors of Georgian cuisine to the heart of Helsinki. The family-owned restaurant offers delicious food combining tradition and warmth in a green and relaxed environment. The dishes use the best ingredients: tender meat, artisanal cheeses, sun-ripened tomatoes, and delightfully crunchy walnuts.
Faselli, Helsinginkatu 21 Ravintola Faselli is a small family business dedicated to conveying the owners’ passion for Italian cuisine on every plate. The restaurant offers a cozy and warm atmosphere where you can enjoy moments with art, music, and freshly made food. All guests are welcome – young and old, families, children, and even furry friends.
St. Urho’s Pub, Museokatu 10 Familiarly known as Urkki, this traditional beer pub was founded in 1973 and stands firmly on the side of good beer! The menu relies on traditional pub food but also includes a tasty liver dish and the city’s most delicious pizzas.
Wino, Fleminginkatu 11 Wino is a restaurant and natural wine bar located near Karhupuisto in the heart of Kallio. Wino combines a relaxed atmosphere with a unique wine selection and delicious bistro food.
Box Tuohi, John Stenbergin ranta 6 Attention burger lovers! Box Tuohi serves delicious premium meat burgers, as well as chicken, fish, and veggie burgers. The menu also includes ribs, wings, and salads.
Terrace gem: Thirsty Scholar, Fabianinkatu 37 Located near the University of Helsinki campus, Thirsty Scholar is like a hidden oasis in the middle of the city. The restaurant’s high arched ceiling and sheltered courtyard terrace in a small grove create a great setting to escape the city hustle and relax alone with a glass of wine or with friends, tasting beers and playing board games.
Wine bar: Winest, Unioninkatu 30 New Georgian wine bar Winest in Helsinki offers a unique experience of Georgian wine culture and snacks that pair well with wines. The selection includes over 30 different wines.
