Great mom and pop burger place in Bemböle. Tons of variety, really good burgers, friendly service…read more The best burgers and fries I've eaten for a while.

I visited Cafe Engel for a light breakfast, which was a great spot for doing so as it's located…read moreright across from Senate Square in Helsinki, which is the main square of the city. It's a gathering spot for several people, which is where I was heading after getting some breakfast. Cafe Engel is open all day, but for the earliest part of the day, they have breakfast, along with coffee and tea and pastries. I ordered a drip coffee and a cinnamon bun, which is a must have pastry anywhere in the Nordic world. And this one here at Cafe Engel was solid, and I liked that it was warm, making it extra tasty. For drip coffee, it's unlimited, which you can pour yourself. The cafe itself is a charming space, with many tables and chairs. When I visited, all of the tables by the windows were taken, which are the best spots because they look out to Senate Square. The staff were very nice, and it's the kind of place where you order at the counter and staff brings you your order at the table of your choosing. Casual and welcoming.

Great service followed by a great piece of pie! They have several desserts to choose from.read more

We had an assortment of great food at this relaxing corner restaurant near Helsinki city center…read more The service was excellent, but it was a slow evening, so we had all the attention we needed at the right pace. We had the organic beef Klitch burger with goat cheese and tapenade, with potato wedges that were fried just right. It was very tasty and filling. Also had the tiger prawn avocado salad, which tasted healthy and good, but was a bit light on dressing flavor. My wife had assorted tapas which she really enjoyed. If you are looking for a quality meal in a relaxed setting, this is a great place to go!

Food was fine ..service was terrible ..everything else falls to bits when service is terribleread more

Make him here at the recommendation of a friend who lives in town, based on her love of large…read morecinnamon rolls. Hailing from the US, and specifically the Midwest in the recent past, a big cinnamon roll is literally the size of a dinner plate to us. This was unfortunately not the experience, but nonetheless the cinnamon rolls were lovely! They basically had the same cinnamon rolls that are available at nearly every other bakery, but to be fair, they were slightly larger. They had lots of additional pastries and desserts, which the little dudes loved! Everything we got was very good, presented nicely and priced like we were in Europe! We ended up with a number of pastries, one cinnamon roll and a couple of sandwiches. It was a really nice brunch and a good chance for everybody to rest for a little bit. The caffeinated drinks were also good. I had a simple latte, and it was just fine. My best half had tea and thoroughly enjoyed it. The place definitely has a little more upscale vibe, so coming in with a few kids seemed a bit out of the ordinary, but overall nobody seem to really care that much. And while the cinnamon rolls were not as large as we had hoped, Everything was as delicious as advertised. Definitely a good spot to check out if you're in town!

This lovely restaurant is on the second floor of the café located below. It is a beautiful room…read morewith large windows, tons of light (at 8pm on a June evening), and the warm feel of someone's house. The wait staff was welcoming, even to those of use with ignorant questions about some of the dishes on the menu. They also made some excellent wine suggestions which really hit the spot. Our entire table ordered from the set menu - 3 courses including dessert. It was a choice of some typical Finnish dishes and was an excellent introduction to local cuisine. Toast Skagen (Shrimp salad on toast to us Americans) was terrific and a nice way to start the meal. Not too heavy and with the wait staff suggested dry Riesling it served as a gracious starting off point. Roasted Char was terrific - expertly cooked with crispy skin and perfectly medium on the interior. The potato terrine was very delicious, light, and nicely crunchy on the outside. Finally, the hit of the dinner for me was the Blueberry and Oatmeal crisp with fresh local blueberry's and a surprisingly pleasant sprinkling of salt throughout. This is an excellent place to get away from the crowds and enjoy a pleasant and pleasing meal.

Went here after a quick run from the hotel. Really nice people, very friendly…read more They have a few varieties of berry flavored breakfast tarts that are to die for. Took a lot of self control not to go back from 2nd or 3rds. When I went it was summer, they had live music playing outside and a very comfortable inside and outside area for eating, drinking and conversing with friends. Oh and the Coffee, I've had some strong coffee in my time but whatever they had... good lord was it strong. A solid one cup of that stuff and for like the next two hours I was wide awake. Maybe it was because I had gone on a run right before I dunno but man it was good. Lol been back here three times, it's like a tradition now to visit whenever I'm in the area.

If you don't have any lunch or after work plans you should head to Hernesaari and visit the new…read morecafe and restaurant Birgitta. Located right next to the sand beach Birgitta is the perfect summer hangout. Sit down on the summer terrace, smell the salty sea air and watch the boats entering and leaving the harbor. But it's not only the location that makes Birgitta a great place to be on a warm day. Their offering is as well. To keep a cool head get an iced latte, a cold lonkero or cider or one of their delicious homemade fruit juices. Getting hungry? Go either for some tasty pastry or check out what their food from the grill. A nice burger with potato wedges might fit well with your cold drinks. Birgitta is open daily from 9:00 till 22:00. Between 11:00 and 14:30 they also serve lunch. Check it out and enjoy the wonderful summer day!

This spot was close to my hotel so decided to give them a try on a Wednesday morning around 9…read more You enter to stairs that lead you to the second level where you have an Inviting display of pastries and a mix of seating and cozy atmosphere. Busy with all seating taken with the exception of high top window seats with a view. Ordered my usual cappuccino with lactose free milk. The croissant with raspberry filling caught my eye and it was delicious. Don't see this too often so glad I tried it. Cinnamon roll (Korvapuusti) was also excellent and I enjoyed my cappuccino. Friendly and helpful people behind the counter made for a great experience. Great vibe and coffee with interesting pastries are not to be missed!

Lovely small coffee shop on the second floor of Aleksanterinkatu. The entrance is almost hidden…read morebetween the other shops but once you enter you can instantly feel the lovely atmosphere. The place is pretty and unique and the products are great. We had some apple and caramel cake and a chèvre ciabatta which were both delicious. Great place for a coffee and enjoyment and good views on Aleksanterinkatu. Nice place to go alone as well. Good service.

I'm a fan of Fleuriste! It's a place where sophisticated and romantic Paris meets sleek…read moreScandinavia. Concrete walls and petite wooden furniture go well together in the right environment. The atmosphere is nice and warm - mainly thanks to the lovely owner! I love that their dog and children hang out at the café adding to the cosiness. At the back is a tiny flower shop - what a combo! They serve excellent teas and coffees, as well as light meals like salads and quiches. They also serve brunch on the weekends. I must mention also the cakes: almost everything is self made and absolutely delicious. The ones that are not self made are carefully picked and usually from small local businesses. So why 4 stars instead of 5? The meals are quite light and often some friends with bigger appetite are left a bit hungry. A heftier option would be appreciated.

Living nearby this place is always a great option to take a friend to. I absolutely love how calm…read moreand quiet the small and cozy place is. I specially appreciate the homemade cakes and pastries they bake everyday. If visiting Helsinki this is by far one of my favorites spots to highly recommend :) give it a go !!

Visiting from North Carolina and found this cafe, we were looking for vegan food - there was not…read moremany but good enough for us to feel full. Maybe they can bring some more vegan food in menu. Whatever options we had and tried they were delicious

Coffee bar in a busy shopping center in Helsinki. Coffee is excellent, and sandwiches are tasty. I…read morehad a warm ham and cheese croissant, probably one of the tastiest I have eaten for a very long time. Paris bistro ambient with a touch of Finnish style and local pulla.