"Barrier-free" Restaurants in Helsinki
Palace, Finland’s only two-star restaurant, blends French and Nordic techniques with Japonism under chef Eero Vottonen. Helsinki’s finest wine list, stunning views, and informal yet dignified service are offered.
Savoy is a true icon of Helsinki. Led by chef Helena Puolakka, it offers refined haute French cuisine with Finnish inspiration, complemented by one of the city’s most impressive wine lists.
Demo has held its Michelin star since 2007, the longest streak in Helsinki's history. Demo serves a daily changing, creative tasting menu, complemented by a wine cellar featuring over 400 listings.
The focus is on local, seasonal ingredients sourced from small producers. Chef Ari Ruoho personally fishes and hunts. The menu also features berries, mushrooms, wild herbs, and in-house made drinks.
Now led by Mikko Pakola, Olo has retained its one Michelin star since 2011. The restaurant blends Nordic minimalism, refined Scandinavian gastronomy, and a deep respect for high-quality ingredients.
Shii is an ambitious 15-seat omakase and otsumami restaurant in downtown Helsinki, tucked away for privacy. It pairs delicate Japanese-inspired dishes with carefully curated wine and sake selections.
Finnjävel celebrates Finnish food culture, transforming traditional recipes into fine dining. Familiar flavors are reimagined as new experiences, complemented by an excellent selection of wines.
Café Savoy offers robust, rustic yet elegant, heartwarming dishes inspired by Southern France, all in a bright space designed by Joanna Laajisto, and a wide range of excellent wines, also by the glass.
There is a saying in Helsinki: “Ice melts in the spring, the government always betrays, but BasBas never disappoints.” BasBas offers affordable, well-crafted cuisine and one of the city's best wine lists.
Ravintola Jason in Helsinki, led by Michelin-starred chef Jari Vesivalo, offers celebrated Nordic dishes with subtle Asian touches, from seasonal seafood and game to inventive, finely crafted dishes.
Alexanderplats is a brasserie-style restaurant located on Eteläesplanadi. The menu features dishes inspired by Europe’s classic kitchens, an approach reflected throughout the curated wine list.
Bardot is both a bistro and brasserie, offering a lively, informal neighborhood atmosphere. The extensive à la carte menu features brasserie staples, complemented by an easy-going wine list.
At Brasa, open flames and smoke infuse every dish with flavor, while meat and fish are aged in dry cabinets. The wine list combines classic old-world selections with modern natural wines.
Farang, a pioneer of Southeast Asian cuisine in Finland since 2009, serves shared dishes balancing spicy, sour, salty, and sweet flavors, with a cocktail and wine list that complements the dishes.
Osteria dei Mancini is inspired by the vibrant flavors of southern Italy, with seaside charm. The menu features dishes such as truffle pasta, lobster ravioli, saffron risotto, and grilled seafood.
305 in Hakaniemi is divided into a bistro, bar, and Chef's Table, offering bold flavors and playful takes. Alongside individual dishes, it serves an affordable, expertly crafted five-course menu.
Le Coucou Vert, on the Boulevard, brings the heart and flavors of a French bistro. Enjoy classic dishes, drinks, snacks, and a dinner with carefully selected French-focused wines and sparkling wines.
Ravintola Bronda in Helsinki offers a lively, stylish setting paired with a bar known for polished cocktails. The well-executed, Mediterranean-inspired menu is anchored by its renowned burger.
Boon Nam, meaning “good luck,” located at the St. George Hotel, serves flavors from Thailand’s regions. The menu balances spicy, sour, salty, and sweet, with creative cocktails featured throughout.
A stylish, high-end seafood restaurant in Helsinki, where the passion and expertise of the two chef-owners shine through. The quality of the ingredients is showcased in the kitchen’s skillful cooking.