Modern Finnish cuisine is coming into its own. Reindeer, Herring, Pike, and wild-berry sauces are just some of the things that you need to try. One of the best places to enjoy this fare is at the unassuming but cavernous Sea Horse which has been in existence since 1934 and probably has changed little since. Baltic herring with mashed potatoes and beetroot is one of the favourites here. For an up-market experience, the Savoy's airy dining room overlooking the Esplanade gardens is hard to beat. Kosmos is a mid-range option.
The other cuisine that is popular here can be loosely called Eastern European. No doubt this comes from Russian and other influences that Helsinki has experienced over the years. An outstanding restaurant show-casing this cuisine is Bellevue, which has been open since 1911.
Many critics acknowledge that Chez Dominique is the premier restaurant in the city. This serves food which can best be described as a Scandinavian - French mix. Pigeon and boiled lobster are two favorites.
For mid-priced Italian food, Raffaello in the heart of the financial district is a good choice. The restaurant with its red-brick walls is cozy and friendly. Grilled salmon fillet is always a good choice here.
Kapteeninkatu 11
Star-studded relic...
14 Eteläesplanadi
Finnish cuisine...
3 Kalevankatu
Upper-class eatery...
3 Rahapajankatu
Old popular Russian restaurant...
3 Ludviginkatu
First-class service...
46 Alexanterinkatu
Something for everyone...
1 Eteläesplanadi
Central, famous café...
12 Luotsikatu
Standing tall!...
Hietalahdenkatu 8, 00180 Helsinki
Nepalese Restaurant Finland Nepalilainen Ravintola...
Hietalahdenkatu 14
Seaside dining...
19 Vuorikatu
The pride of Hotel Arthur...
6 Kaisaniementie
Popular summer restaurant...
3 Kluuvikatu
Always in fashion...
56 Mannerheimintie
Traditional Finnish fare...
10 Eteläranta
Exclusive, in Hotel Palace...
22 Fredrikinkatu
Garlic lovers unite here...
37 Pohjoisesplanadi
Popular Cafe...
13 Uudenmaankatu
Yeah, They Have Pasta...