The 20 best spots for ramen in Helsinki

Surprisingly charming dumpling spot with great service Hill’s Dumplings really impressed us. From the outside you might not expect much, but inside it’s cozy, lively, and clearly popular — we were glad we booked ahead. We tried the pan-fried chicken dumplings, chicken satay dumplings, a pork bao bun, plus rice and salad on the side. Everything was delicious and exactly what you hope for from a place like this, in the best way possible. Portions were just right and the food came out quickly. Staff were incredibly friendly, spoke great English, and stayed attentive without pushing tips or hovering. It can get a bit busy and tables are close together, so expect a lively, medium-noise vibe rather than a quiet dinner. Overall, great food, amazing service, and definitely worth a visit.

Very flavourful food and the price-quality is insanely good. Definitely the best place I have eaten at while in Helsinki. The service is also fast and the location’s nice

We booked hills for a large bachelorette party. We had different eating restrictions and allergies that we asked to be catered for, and hills delivered above and beyond! They were incredibly attentive, supportive and great hosts! I can not recommend them enough! Thank you so much to the whole team that helped make the night amazing for the bride and the group!

My wife and I specifically targeted Hills Dumplings based on some recommendations and were wildly impressed! With a sort of fresh-ish take on a traditional dumpling house, the shop is nestled just a short flight of stairs off the street. Pop by the counter and place an order during lunch- we swung by around 1300 on a Thursday afternoon and while the place had several groups, there was no wait for a table. I highly recommend their dumpling lunch combination; my wife and I tried all 3 varieties of theirs and were surprised to find it hard to pick a single favourite- the satay was particularly interesting if you're down to try something new; but I'm a traditionalist and loved their good 'ole fashioned pan fried dumplings. Their pork bao is great too! For the price this is one of the more impressive little hidden gems of wildly high quality food and quick service you can find on a trip through the city. The first round of dumplings was more than sufficient but we found ourselves ordering another lunch order to share just because we were THAT impressed and wanted to try everything! Can't recommend it enough if you're in the area (or even if you're not- worth a trip out of your way for a great lunch).

Hungry before the show I b-lined to here. Unfortunately as I approached a lot of other people seemed to have the same idea. Which is a good sign if the locals eat here but I backed out of the stairwell feeling overwhelmed. Bracing myself I re entered and in all fairness was rapidly seen to and miraculously a table found for me. I was sat to the right side where it was actually pretty chilled and cosy. As you can imagine they mostly serve dumplings here. I chose the duck gyoza style in satay and the fish curry dumplings. To drink I had this tasty cocktail of sorts which tasted nice and strong. I am not exaggerating when I say these are some of the best dumplings I've ever consumed. They were the perfect texture, flavour and just wow. The service was very attentive and approachable. Would highly recommend and perhaps book to be on the safe side.

Great dumpling spot for sitting outside on patio. The dumplings come served up your way steam, fried, or brothed. Very tasty. We had the chicken steamed. Also got the pork bao buns. Very large in side and good flavor, but a little to dense and to much dough for my liking. Beer was delicious but hard to mess up.

Average portion of dumpling is quite small to adult so consider take ALL-IN portion. Nice food, nice staffs and good atmosphere.

The take-away ramen is surprisingly good! I expected that the take-away noodle would be more or less sticky; however, it was still very bouncy and solid when the delivery arrived. The meat broth is literately "fat"😋, it goes so well with noodle, portk belly, egg and the shredded leeks. Dining outdoor at in summer time is even better!

Staff were friendly and helpful. Dishes were a good idea but lacked something to really bring the wow factor from other ramen restaurants. The buns were tiny and undercooked (buns were still doughy), the pumpkin potstickers was flavorful but not as effective as an overall dish as I would have hoped, the ramen (one tofu and the other mushroom) had very salty broth which was too heavy to finish. Also the portion is much smaller than other ramen restaurants. Good selection of vegetarian / vegan options but they just need to tweak the overall end result a bit to bring about a truly magical dining experience. But overall a good attempt.

Went there after reading reviews and was a bit disappointed. Didn't like the taste of neither broth nor noodles, (the meet was good though), but the whole combination of broth, noodles, meat, egg and greens didn't taste good to me at all. My guess is wether you like their ramen or not mainly depends on personal taste. I prefer ramen in another place, where I enjoy dishes every visit. I gave 3 starts because the staff is friendly, meat was good, but there was awful smell in the place of pork being cooked. To conclude, go there and try their food, maybe this ramen is for your taste and this place will become your favorite.

Very welcoming staff, delicious worth the price Ramen (I guess there were other items on the menu too), non-wheelchair accessible. Bear in mind t’s a bit warm sitting on the second floor in summer.

As a disclaimer I've got to say I usually eat chicken ramen with a different broth elsewhere, and this was my second time ever with tonkotsu. I was disappointed, as I expected a richly flavored broth as a result of the workload this meal requires (broth especially). Aside from being fatt yas the broth should be, any actual discernable flavor (at least to my palate) was absent. I tasted my companion's tofu ramen, which was far more flavorful. The spicy pork ramen variant would have had more contents along with just the marinated egg this meal had. I'll need more experience to say whether the tonkotsu broth here is actually what it is supposed to taste like, but I hope I'm wrong. Next time I visit I'll have to try the salmon or chilled umami ramen. The service and the place were nice, I just may have had way too high expectations for the meal here.

Nice cosy setting, good tasty ramen, generous amounts of meat. Enjoyed our 2 ramen selections of Smokey Duck & the house special (Fat Ramen). Pork bun was good too.

Cozy restaurant located at the Market Hall. Highly recommended!! Simple service, staff friendly and the atmosphere at the place is so pleasant and relaxed. The ramen is so delicious, reasonable prices. Vegan options are available.

Restored fish market (I am assuming) that now houses individual food stalls. We were there pretty early so it wasn't busy. There are free toilets in the back. We bought a delicious lingonberry mini pie. It's right on the water, near the ferry that takes you to Suomenlinna, a popular tourist destination. I imagine that the hall is jam packed during the day. There are hot prepared, packaged, and to go options available.

The Old Market Hall is a fantastic place to explore and experience Helsinki’s local flavors. The hall is full of character, with plenty of stalls offering fresh produce, fish, baked goods, and traditional Finnish treats. The atmosphere is lively but not overwhelming, and it’s a great spot to grab a snack or just soak in the local culture. A must-visit for food lovers and anyone who wants a taste of authentic Helsinki!

The Old Market Hall is a gem in Helsinki — full of charm, history, and flavor. The atmosphere inside is warm and inviting, with beautiful old architecture and rows of stalls offering everything from fresh seafood and pastries to Finnish delicacies and local treats. It’s a perfect spot to wander and sample traditional foods. A great mix of authentic culture and everyday life, and a must-visit when exploring the city.

I visited the Old Market Hall (Vanha Kauppahalli) in Helsinki this August, and it quickly became one of my favorite stops in the city. The market is small but full of character, with a warm atmosphere that blends history and local flavor. Walking through the wooden stalls, I found an incredible selection of fresh fish, seafood, cheeses, baked goods, and other Finnish specialties. One highlight I absolutely have to mention is the traditional Finnish salmon soup (lohikeitto). It’s rich, creamy, and comforting – exactly the kind of dish that makes you feel like you’ve tasted something truly local. Sitting down with a bowl while watching the bustle of the market felt like stepping into the heart of Helsinki’s food culture. Whether you’re after a quick bite, unique local products, or simply a cozy place to explore, the Old Market Hall is a must-visit. It’s the perfect spot to experience authentic Finnish flavors right by the harbor.

Beautiful historic market with a great atmosphere. Nice place to try Finnish specialties like smoked salmon, reindeer meat, and pastries. A bit small and prices can be high, but worth visiting for the experience.

This hall was so cute! From cafes, quick bites, fresh meat, caviar, and bathrooms. What more could you ask for. We tried the popcorn coffee which was amazing and a stuffed baked potato. One of the highlight locations on our trip.

Must visit when in Helsinki! Definitely try the Eriksson fish stall for the best salmon and lobster soup and their amazing fish tapas. 🦞 Great souvenirs as well such a reindeer jerky, caviar and licorice. There are some good coffee spots too! ☕️

We visited Gaijin as part of a credit card dining offer. We arrived on a Sunday at 15:00, just when they opened. It took about 20 min to get the menu and another 20 min to get the drinks. The starter arrived at 16:15. Starters were ok but nothing particularly special. The mains were tasty, especially the ribs. However, the amount of lettuce felt a bit too little for the dish. We had to cancel a drink that hadn't arrived by the time that we had finished the food, and the cherry on the cake was a hair in the food. Restaurant was not exactly busy, and there was sufficient staff. Yet, service was very lacking, and it ruined the experience and fond memories that we had of the place. Overall, the food was good but not worth waiting an hour for, and the flavour was not enough to compensate getting the dish cold. Probably not going back.

Restaurant Gaijin in Helsinki is one of those rare places where the food is so transportive, you forget you meant to document it. I had full intentions of snapping pictures of each course—beautiful plating, vibrant colors, you know the drill—but that plan evaporated by bite two. When the food’s this good, your camera can wait. The cuisine is modern Asian with Nordic finesse—Japanese, Korean, and a touch of Chinese, filtered through Helsinki cool. We went with the tasting menu, which I’d strongly recommend. It’s generous in portion and beautifully paced. Every dish felt deliberate but never fussy, with unexpected flavor combinations that worked: smoky and sweet, tangy and umami, spicy but in balance. Think marinated black cod that melts into the chopsticks, beef tartare with just the right amount of fire, and dumplings you want to live inside. There was a bit of a communication hiccup involving sake. We ordered one carafe, two appeared. At first, we thought, “How generous!” and then realized it was an error. But the staff handled it gracefully, crediting the second with a quiet smile and zero fuss. The space is moody and chic, with a sleek palette and soft lighting that makes every table feel intimate. It’s stylish without being sterile, and the service, while brisk, was polished and professional. In short: go hungry, order the tasting menu, and leave your phone in your pocket. Gaijin isn’t a place to perform your dinner—it’s a place to devour it.

Delicious food with generous portions and so many amazing flavours. Ama also really enjoyed her mocktail. A bit on the expensive side, but worth it.

We came here for the Michelin guide recommendation, however we were utterly disappointed. We waited more than an hour for our main courses. When the time came for them to come to the table, the waiter came up to us and just said “I took the wrong order” and apologized. We had a pregnant person in our party and the mistaken order was raw fish. The pregnant family member had to wait for more than two hours just to get something to eat. When the food came, it was only okay. Most of the orders came cold anyway.

Great idea, some what dissapointing execution Waguy beef excellent, octopus not suitable for individual bbq at all. Rice was completely destroyed, not even a porridge, but more like smashed. The people seated next to us kept complaining about the bbq as they did NOT do the bbq themselves, but were placed to sit there. Such an awful noise that we were unable to discuss – at all. Great flavours and structures in the starters, but the entire menu – which looked very good on paper – was just too much and some dished raised eyebrows, like why serve a full size portion of noodles with heavy sauce in the middle of the bbq when that alone was enough to fill tummies. Plates were not changed (e.g. between fish and meet) unless we asked to do so. Wet wipes would have been useful. The marinade in one meat was just bad with way too much garlic; why spoil a perfectly good meat with a forced marinade. Service started slow, first meet for bbq after 1 hour, but then in the end we were rushed to finish our eating. We hope that the menu is revised and that the idea will fly one day.

We ordered the mini tasting menu and it did not disappoint. The waitress recommended Wakayama Lover as a cocktail, I can tell you it was the most delicious cocktail I have ever had and was suprised it was Aperol based!! The food was delicious, a bit longer wait in between the dishes but we didn’t mind at all. The Bulgogi and shrimp was outstanding - so I highly recommend those dishes. The only downside was the noisy atmosphere, which made it harder to have a proper conversation, but it is a very cozy and intimate atmosphere overall. So just be aware if you don’t like louder restaurants.

We ordered a set menu (79€/person) plus we added their wine pairing set which made our dining experience extra special. 🙂 It was absolutely delicious! Thinking about the price of the menu, I think its a reasonable price with the variety of dishes you’ve get. Given already that Finland is an expensive country to begin with. But, the quality of the food and overall experience- Its total worth it! 💛 The staff are all friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. They were attentive to us despite that the restaurant was very busy. I never felt rushed eating which I appreciate very much. I like how they pay attention to us, they offered to refill our rice, change the plates, etc.. 🙂 Just a downside, is the space. Its a bit too crowded. Nonetheless, we would definitely recommend to try this restaurant 💛

We won’t be back. The mystery and uniqueness are gone, replaced by an industrial operation mode. The food is good, but no longer represent a fine dining experience by any standards. There is no service, instead there is a supply chain of waiters lacking competence/interest and observation ability: e.g. cutlery is missing - no one notices unless you say so; or you have sauce on the plate from the previous dish, plate has to be changed, but it doesn’t happen without specifically requesting; while waiting for the rice, the main course got cold - we returned it to the kitchen by ourselves. No initiative. Additionally, there was an odd element inside the meat (pork) - either a VEIN full of blood or a WORM - we never heard back what it was, no one came to tell us. And certainly no one suggested to replace the 50% of the portion we returned due to that element. No information, no talking, nor replacement, the whole episode just vanished. We left wondering… 🤔 Service is limping right from the beginning. The head waitress doesn't look the arriving customer in the eye, doesn't smile. Then, at the table, a waitress came to ask if we were ready to order, I said we would be ready in exactly one minute. She continued her shift, but never came to serve us again, nor did she pass on the information to colleagues. The order was taken by a new waitress, who arrived about 10-15 minutes later. In this kaleidoscope of bad service, one professional person stood out. We were lucky when our table was on her route. She is interested in the customers, creating the experience, she shares knowledge, makes contact, keeps conversation flowing and smiles, she is not just on duty, but works for people and represents her workplace with pride. Thank you, Tien, you were the only professional and saved the dinner! You should be the head waitress in that place to make it better.

The place was really nice. My partner and I arrived in the afternoon, so it wasn’t very busy on a weekday. We went through Amex Dining, and the food was delicious and well-made. The portions were quite small for two, but we ordered a few extra dishes and were satisfied. Overall, very tasty!

Really international vibe in this place! We really enjoyed the classic menu here, and the service was marvelous. Probably best asian food I’ve had.

Great restaurant, very high quality and great tastes. We reserved a table for two and used the dining by amex experience. Opted for the amex tasting menu with three courses. Our waitress convinced us to take apertivos wich I personally liked. We had to wait a bit too long but our waitress picked that up and offered the apertivos on the house. Great job from her on sensing our situation and atmosphere. The food was amazing. South-east-asian food with lots of taste. Our main dish: lamb red curry had so many layers of taste and the meat was very good. Waitress knew what she was doing, very professional service. Everytime we needed something we got service without callinf for it. I asked for recommendation for a wine with the dessert. I got two different wines to taste and to chose from. Both were totally different from another but still went great with the dessert. This was very good because they acknowledged that people like different tastes. Overall our experience dining at Farang was great and we were very happy with every aspect of our night.

Mixed feeling after leaving. Not really an experience that we expected. First off about the customer service: we had our reservation through Amex dining experience. The first Asian waitress (didn’t ask for her name) came to our table and explained the menu and drinks, all cold, awkward and emotionless, with no eye contact, like I wondered “what was up on the ceiling that she kept looking at when talking to me?”, all that with her arms folded and loosely leaned to the table nearby. No smile, not even a friendly facial expression that one could expect from a professional waitress. And just like that she immediately left our table after explaining about all the options. We felt so unwelcome and was wondering if we were the customers to her. It’s a common sense in the customer service, who does this? One could say that’s her style, right, keep that on other tables, but not while serving my table and on my watch. I didn’t ask or confront her at all because it’s not worth it. I came directly to the shift leader and asked to change the person who waited on my table. That was unacceptable. I paid for the service, I did not ask for free food. I have been to most of the fine dining restaurants in Helsinki and this was the first time that I encountered such customer service with an attitude. I once was a waiter myself and I never did that to any customers ever! I gave the feedback to the shift leader and the other waitress afterwards. And BIG thanks to the second lady who waited on my table instead. Things were so much better and less awkward. About food: We had the tasting menu for Amex plus 2 extra dishes that I also ordered. Had to say, everything was good to my taste, the famed crispy pork was a little too sweet but ok. I forgot to take picture of the last chicken curry and the dessert, probably not in the mood 😅. Overall we were satisfied with those 4 dishes. It was our first time here but not really sure we would come back next time. Hope my review could make some difference ☺️

Probably the best restaurant in Helsinki. Amazing food, incredibly helpful staff and a very pleasant atmosphere. I have a severe peanut allergy but the waitress was very understanding and changed the menu a little bit so I could eat everything. The only minus I can find is that the last main course was really heavy and could have been a bit earlier.

If being honest, I would rate this restaurant 3.5/5. The food itself was delicious, and the staff were very friendly, welcoming, and helpful when it came to recommending dishes. However, considering the price level of the restaurant, our overall experience didn’t fully meet our expectations. The service felt a little slow, especially as the restaurant was not very busy and there seemed to be enough staff available. We ordered one starter to share, two main dishes, and one dessert to share. There may have been a misunderstanding, but our starter was served at the same time as one of the mains, leaving one of us waiting for their dish. Around ten minutes later, the second main arrived, but it was served together with the dessert, which felt a bit confusing. The staff did kindly apologise, but the timing of the courses affected the flow of the meal.

The place was pretty empty when we went there so the atmosphere was quiet. We had to order at the bar and the food came pretty quickly. My friend got the caesar salad and i got the kill bill wokit. The food itself was pretty good but my food tasted like there was absolutely no salt added to it. I had to add salt every 2 bites. But it could be just my taste 🤷‍♀️. Prices were good. The portions were huge for us (and i usually can eat a lot). Overall a nice experience.

Had a great experience at Cafe Bar 9 in Helsinki! I ordered the pasta pesto with fresh spinach, it was absolutely delicious. The staff were super friendly, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. A bit better air conditioning would make it even more comfortable, but overall it’s a lovely spot. Definitely recommended!

Super glad I found this place!! Tried the traditional salmon soup and it was SO YUM! The price is also so much lesser than a restaurant. Staff are very friendly and great atmosphere inside.

This places feels like a canteen, where people on a low budget would go to or students etc. The decor was uninspiring and sad. The one bar man was super busy but quite friendly, he needs more help with taking food/ drink orders and serving drinks. Food service was slow but I’ll try and be positive, that this was because everything was freshly made to order. They do a meal deal, didn’t try it myself. Salmon soup with bread was very good, but the lemon chicken pasta was terrible. Prices were too high when considering the surroundings and food quality

Such good food in Helsinki. Definitely a local gem! We ate there pretty late 9:30pm~ summer sun had messed up our hunger/timing. Salmon soup and salmon pasta were divine. Service was great. Art was cool. Loved it!

Second time visiting and limoncello pasta is maybe one of the best dishes I have eaten. The staff is great and friendly. Only problem with this place (property) is, that when the restaurant is crowded, the noise level goes way too high. Both of the times I visited it felt like my eardrums were going to explode.

A nice, small, and casual restaurant specializing in pasta and noodles. I went there to try the Pollo Limonello pasta — it was delicious with a creamy, tangy flavor, but a bit on the heavier side. The portion was generous, and I couldn’t quite finish it, but I really enjoyed the taste!

As an Asian, this was terribly underwhelming 😂 Still a great hot soup fix in winter, but the soup was rather bland - spicy soup was at a 0% spice level, and the meat was wayyyyyy too salty. The egg was really good though!

Decent ramens, friendly service, average prices, clean restaurant. They were out of Miso, so I took the pork belly Tonkotsu; the pork belly was excellent. They also serve beer, but it's quite expensive. Slow cuisine during peak hours.

Superb tonkotsu soup. Thick and probably boiled forever. Loved the pork belly that came with the ramen coz it’s grilled over before serving. The bamboo shoots were well marinated. They tasted sweet and crunchy. Good ramen overall.

Very average taste. Just a little curry sauce, cold toppings. I didn't feel the Japanese hospitality. Staff is not Japanese though.

Pretty impressive ramen I would say. We enjoyed our lunch here. The yuzu Ramen was really delicious.

You can eat hot noodle soup in the cold winter. It's really delicious.If you have an Asian stomach and need hot noodle soup, I recommend this restaurant. Gyoza also is recommended. 👍 The service attitude is very friendly.

Wonderful service, ok prices, relaxing ambiance, and absolutely amazing ramen. I especially enjoy the tofu curry ramen...with its rich and deep flavours and tasty vegan ingredients. Also opt for their lunch specials on the weekdays (until 14:00) to get significant discounts on regular prices. My go to place every time I'm in Helsinki! 😊

Mei Lin Sichuan in Helsinki is unassuming—plain decor, calm atmosphere, soft ethnic music—but the food speaks loud. I’m no expert in Sichuan cuisine, but the flavors here hit just right. A touch of heat, deep umami, and generous portions make it a solid lunch spot. The eggplant and tofu Sichuan style? A must. No pretense, just damn good food.

Delicious food and generous portions! We tried several dishes: udon noodles, Sichuan-style eggplant and tofu, mapo tofu, and sweet-and-sour chicken, and every one of them was very tasty. Totally recomended.

Located in a nice neighbourhood area. Pretty close to city centre. Walking distance from stockmann mall. We ordered a few dishes and all turned out to be disappointing. Just dont taste authentic chinese sichuan style. The pork they use for thr dish i ordered is the wrong part of the pork. And taste is off too. So not recommend if you like authentic Sichuan flavour.

One of the best Chinese restaurant in Helsinki. Pork dumplings were soft and good. Sweet and sour chicken with rice is tasty. Will visit again !

Went here for dinner on a weekday without reservation and we were able to get a table right away. The taste was a proper Sichuan flavor and a good level of asian spiciness. We ordered the chicken chili congqing style, dumpling with chili oil and bakchoy with garlic. Dumplings and bakchoy were delicious!! The chicken however, it was a bit difficult to eat it as there were small pieces of bones everywhere. The flavor was good and tasty, but in the end we didn’t enjoy the chicken as much due to the small bones. The restaurant itself was pretty standard looking, nothing too fancy, leaning towards simple decor but it was totally fine. The service was good, the staff were friendly too.

The best Szechuan food I’ve ever had. It’s great for vegetarians, we had the eggplant, mapo tofu and udon noodles. Everything was incredible. The team is very kind to accommodate dietary requests and restrictions. Can’t wait to eat here again.

Authentic chinese food .. pls request less oil … price still acceptable .. worth to come back

Amazing sushi with guaranteed freshness! The drinks menu was varied from tasty cocktails to teas. They also offered different bowl and pocket options for hungrier humans. My main reason for subtracting a star boils down to some minor stuff like the early closing time, slightly aloof service and lack of desserts. The atmosphere is very artsy chic and the servers carried that same vibe well. Test it out!

Fast and friendly service. Enjoyed my Greens set that had some coriander on some of the pieces. The edamame is a big starter that serves two well.

Very nice place to have sushi and wine together. It’s slightly expensive but the quality is definitely a step up compared to sushi buffet.

I had my first sushi in Finland here and what an experience! After my first sushi try in somewhere else I promised myself not to try it ever. However this place change my mind totally. Staff? Super kind Location? Easy access by tram Cleanliness? 10/10 Food quality? Mammamìa! Price? Totally worth it Time in queue? Not that much We started with the soup, the ingredients were fresh and the taste was perfect. Then I continued with California Maki👌🏻 I strongly recommend everyone who hesitate to try Sushi to start from this place.

I love Sushibar+wine in any case. I love the environment. The staff was a group of beautiful women who accommodate alternative cocktail options for us. I think the pricing and portions are fine for people with small appetites for a budget friendly experience. It’s in a busy stop so it gets fully booked in the evenings but we were there last minute and the staff was nice enough to give us a table.

We went there twice in 4 days! Great Sushi, Great sashimi, we loved their seaweed salad and the mega miso soup. It’s all organic and Home made, good selection of organic wine’s and other Drinks!

Had dinner here recently and was super impressed with the freshness and quality of the seafood sushi. Service was friendly and prompt and the restaurant has nice calm vibes!

The food was delicious, and I highly recommend trying the Houjicha tea—it has a beautifully balanced and light flavor. The atmosphere was pleasant, and the service was impressively fast. We asked for the bill, and the staff brought it over within 15 seconds, which was a nice touch. 😊

The food was edible. But to my taste buds did not taste like anything. I don't really understand why it is so popular. We tried both the 5 course tasting menu and ordered 6 dishes from the menu, and we did not particularly like anything. There is plenty of other Izakayas near by with much more tasty food. Service was friendly and the atmosphere nice.

Deserves an extra star for atmosphere. I got the 10-course dinner for my birthday. Each portion size was small, which is good for being able to taste many different dishes without stuffing yourself. The courses took about 1.5 hours to come out, so don't get it if you're in a rush. Take your time, relax, and enjoy the calm ambient piano music. The umeshu sampler was also worth it, with 8 distinct varieties unique in taste and texture. This Izakaya takes the cake for authentic Japanese vibes in Helsinki. It's easy to see why the clientele is mostly Japanese.

Kamome is a true gem for anyone who genuinely wants to experience authentic Japanese cuisine! The prices here are very reasonable and significantly lower than in most Japanese restaurants in Helsinki. The food is simply amazing — fresh ingredients, generous portions, and an authentic taste that brings the atmosphere of Japan to life. I especially recommend trying the onigiri and buns, and for those unfamiliar with Japanese culture, I highly suggest watching the film Kamome. The restaurant’s interior is also worth mentioning — cozy, with pleasant music, making the experience even more comfortable and atmospheric. Be sure to visit for a true taste of Japan 🇯🇵

Decent place to eat overall and chicken curry was great, but tempura shrimp was terrible - dry and tasteless

Yummy salmon😋 €16 We couldn’t finish our lunch, but they gave me a box! Thanks🙏 Nice place👍

Amazing experience at Ravintola Kamome. We couldn’t fault anything We had the five courses and the food was delicious and so fresh. We also had the wasabi potatoes (following another review we read) which were amazing and the tempura veg. The service was excellent too. Highly recommended and would definitely come back if we were staying here longer.

Stumbled across this place on my first stroll - located inside the food market! Highly recommend, their food is incredibly good, served fresh and fast. I had the noodles with salmon (very good portion, lots of fish) and the chicken dumplings. Definitely worth a visit!

We went to this restaurant because it was highly recommended. We ordered a dish with salmon and noodles. The dish basically consisted of a lot of noodles, mayonnaise and a small piece of salmon. It wasn't bad, but paying 15 euros for 90% noodles was a mistake. For this reason, I don't recommend it and I won't go back to this restaurant. Since we went late in the day, I even thought there were no more ingredients.

Great food, really flavourful. Definitely recommend the salmon soup.

I came late afternoon, almost no ppl round. Ordered salmon ramen To my surprise, the soup is also salmon soup.In Japan , normally they do pork or chicken soup. It is my very first time to have Salmon soup ramen, and it taste good. Must try if you love ramen

We had vegan dumplings and vegan noodels and it was amazing! Recommend!

Excellent food. Prices were reasonable. Everything made fresh to order.

I had Teriyaki salmon noodle Food : Too oily soup (It could be half). Noodles absorb this oily soup.. If it's not enough to cover noodles with soup, just try to make starched sauce plz. I regret to finish it as my stomach is hurting due to too much oil. Staff : Normal (not bad but it's really normal)

Good sushi and fish salad (fish salad set), boring miso soup with almost no ingredients. Well, what can you expect for 1€? The service only told me that there is free green tea with the lunch menu, after I ordered a coke. The free tea although was also nothing special. Order at the counter.

Food is fantastic! The Vietnamese servers talk too much shit about their customers. Restaurant is 30 degrees hotter than the outdoors. If you have a heat sensibility disability and need to cool yourself down in anyway, expect to be judged. If I could tip, they'd get none.

Came here in on a Saturday evening close to closing time. The cocktails were perfectly made and all the food delicious. We ordered a sharing board for 2 plus a few extras. Each bite was so good.

They forgot/did not add extras (avocado) they charged for. As I just wanted a quick takeaway, I could not find the chance to check on the spot, wish I did.

all marimekko plateware and even design concept of the ravintola. sushi were amazing. the only thing i would improve is the miso soup. the taste is there but texture and ingredient can be better.

Very basic and clean. It has some fun features, like the loo being hidden behind a wall sized sliding door and a half mirrored backing wall to the toilet. Single unit Paper towels Toothpicks in the toilet (and the bar)!

Very nice place and good sushi, not great 😃 service is great as well. Many veggie options'

Nice small food café with home style cooking. Ate the pho as it is always different in every place. Had a very fresh and nice taste. Happy that Kruununhaka has this place as there aren’t too many options for eating out.

This place is a hidden gem - great tasting and authentic Vietnamese food, with super friendly staff! I ordered the No. 4, stir-fried beef with rice noodles, which was a very well seasoned and generous portion. The staff even offered free coffee, tea, and bread with my meal. Highly recommend for a quick bite in Helsinki!

Recommend if you are visiting the Old market, Market square, Uspenski Cathedral. Try having a nice 7 mins walk to this family run Vietnamese restuarant to fill your stomach. It offers free coffee, tea and nice bread if you order dine in or take out. Quality dishes👍

Been to many Vietnamese restaurants in Helsinki. This restaurant has the best pho soup in town and service is superb. Really recommend this place to anyone who likes Vietnamese food.

Exquisite and very tasty food, I come every once in a while for the vegan portion!

Pho was great with fresh vegetables and staff was nice and helpful

Excellent delivery lunch. Swift, accurate, tasty, fresh, perfectly seasoned and the summer rolls, the best I've had in Helsinki. Moderately priced.

We walked into this restaurant hoping we'd have a good warm soup/stew on a cold day. All I can say is that it was the best decision we made. The food was extraordinarily tasty. The menu is quite short but there's enough variety as all main dishes can be ordered with a different sources of protein (beef, shrimp, chicken, tofu, pork). Some dishes also come in 3 different spice levels. We had the 2/3 spiciness level and it was more than enough. The restaurant is rather small but the service is really quick. Our waiters were really friendly. Water in a jug was on the house.

Review based on one visit. Absolutely amazing place! The food at Noodle Master is delicious, fresh, and served super fast. The portions are generous, so you definitely leave full and satisfied. Prices are more than reasonable, especially considering the quality and portion size. The staff is genuinely kind and caring. You really feel welcomed from the moment you walk in. One of the best casual dining spots in Helsinki. Highly recommended!

Amazing handpulled noodle place in Helsinki! Delicious flavor, friendly service, big portion price/quantity/quality ratio is great! The fried dry noodle was the best! The dumplings were delicious too. If you can handle spicy food well, I’d suggest getting the level 3 spiciness. It’s not too spicy that you’d sweat even though it’s the most spicy level. Would come again when we visit Helsinki next time.

My first decent meal in finland! Everything was delicious, tasty, hot and fresh! Highly recommend! The pho broth was perfectly balanced! Thank you!

Great atmosphere, service and noodles 🍜 My dish was the braised beef noodle soup. The broth was flavourful, the noodles were soft yet not overcooked. I chose the rice noodles as a gluten free option. And the beef was soft as well as the proper beef type for the dish. My friends had the DanDan dish with pork with the regular egg noodles. Which was also very tasty and rich. We orderd various side dishes and my faves were the cucumber with chilli oil, and the black fungus. The ambience of the Restaurant is inviting, colorful. With mural paintings in the walls and interesting decor details. It has become now one of my favourite places to go to for a delicious noodle soup meal.

Kind staff that served up authentic and delicious beef tripe and beef noodles!! Loved the extra touch of free salad, fruit, tea and coffee. Can't wait to come back 🥹

My colleagues and I decided to stop by Noodle Master the first day we arrived to Helsinki and I have to say the noodle was soooo good that it totally blown us away!! I got the pork dan dan noodle and it’s super delicious and authentic. I went back again and got another pork dan dan noodle fix before departing Helsinki the next day. I wish I will have a chance to eat at Noodle Master again!

Amazing fusion restaurant with a truly creative menu! Every dish is an original creation by the chef you won’t find these anywhere else. The cuisine blends different styles and ingredients in surprising but delicious ways. The waiter was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. He explained the concept behind each dish, including how to eat it properly to get the best flavors. It made the experience really special and interactive.

Cozy and tastefully decorated Asian fusion restaurant in Punavuori. Loved the attention to detail to make guests feel welcome. The food was absolutely delicious and so innovative - I loved every dish! The flavours of some of the Vietnamese fusion dishes were nostalgic of flavours I grew up with, but elevated in a creative style. Excellent service as well - the staff were so friendly, kind, and attentive. I can't wait to come back!

Absolutely loved this place! The cocktails were next level, especially the Dir-Tea, which was perfectly crafted and dangerously good. The food is a real fusion experience… bold flavors, beautifully balanced, and clearly made with creativity and care. There were plenty of vegan and gluten free options. Can’t wait to come back!

Creative & caring team. Returned 2nd time and absolutely happy about the food and the surprise taste experience. Chefs and team deserve more recognition.

Izakaya is a place where people come together to share good food and conversation, and this spot delivers exactly that. The kitchen sends out beautifully crafted dishes with vibrant colors and bold flavors—some familiar, others pleasantly unexpected. Each bite sparks curiosity, making you wonder about the ingredients and techniques behind it. If you ask, you’ll find the answers, but half the fun is in guessing. It’s a well-balanced mix of flavors and textures that keeps things interesting. Don’t miss their creative cocktails either. Karppi is a place for those who enjoy exploring new tastes and a little surprise on their plate.

An exceptional experience. Tasty, fresh ingredients, new twists and innovations, combined to a really friendly and attentative service. With decent prices. Highly recommended. Special thanks for the informative and funny menu.

Cute and delicious Asian fusion restaurant in the design district! The service was amazing, each dish was described as they were served and the flavours of each dish were unique but delicious. Can’t wait to come back and try all the other dishes!

Delicious French and Finnish cuisined dishes 🤌🏻🇫🇷🇫🇮

The bistro inside offers amazing food and beer. We tried the Catch of The Day (salmon) and Butcher’s Corner, and both (also the potatoes) taste crazily good!

Biggest variety of fresh breads I've seen in finland. Modern and easy to navigate grocery store for all daily needs.

We bought lunch at the restaurant. It cost 13.70 euros and had two options, 1 a vegetarian meal the other meat. It icluded soup, bread, salad and coffee or tea. Delicious and good value.

Try the fish soup at bistro. Slightly under 10 euros and super tasty. Same price as the ones in the tents near the pier but so much tastier. Staff are super friendly too. There isn’t an English menu but they translated everything so kindly!

Hidden Bistro gem at basement 1. Salmon soup comes in 2 sizes and the large size was sufficient for my family of three to share. Had the pork and we enjoyed watching the chef prepare the dish from slicing the apples to mixing the salad. Staff were fast, efficient and friendly.

Gorgeous fish soup at the bistro! Super friendly staff, generous amount of seafood, amazingly fresh taste. Love it!

After 9 yearly holidays in Japan, I consider myself a connoisseur. Came here with my company, and I absolutely loved it. The food is really good, simple and fusion. Sake was excellent. We were a large group so we privatized the whole place. It's pretty small so it got very noisy. But the food and sake made up for that. Ps: koshihikari could have been fluffier. Well done!

Drinks: We tried a few sakes and cocktails, but unfortunately, the setup was far from professional. There isn’t even a proper bar—drinks were prepared by the waitress in a corner of the shop using ice from grocery store bags. If you’re expecting a real bar experience, you’ll likely be disappointed. Food: The flavors were very basic. While the portion sizes follow typical Izakaya standards (small sharing plates), the prices are close to what you’d expect at a fine dining restaurant—without the quality, ambiance, or even a proper restaurant license to justify it. Overall: Not recommended, especially if you’re looking for an authentic Izakaya dining experience.

A cozy izakaya bar with a selection of small dishes. The prices are on the higher side, making it more suitable for those looking to enjoy drinks with a light bite rather than a full meal. Nice spot for a casual night out and chat!

Absolutely adorable and cute little Izakaya. It is like a trip to Japan. Excellent food, for a proper dinner I would not recommend leas than the 10-course meal and of course pair it with sake. Meeting Sergey the sake-fish is a must ;)

Really lovely small place, with great sake and food. Very cozy and nice atmosphere, with friendly and helpful staff. And huge plus, we could get the food vegetarian and glutenfree. The Okonomiaki was on on point!

Excellent place! The food is absolutely delicious, and they have a huge selection of sake. I highly recommend trying the fruity sake — it’s amazing!

We got the dinner 7 course menu, it was delightful. Each dish has a different flavour combination and we especially liked the chicken and tuna tartar. It is a small, cozy restaurant with great service and very interesting sake cocktails. We will be back!

such a perfect ramen place. please open it again, I really want to eat more.

The Vegan Bao is fantastic and would rate it 5 stars along with the service and restaurant layout. Music is at a good volume and place super clean. The vegetarian Miso ramen was salty AF so couldn’t drink the broth but the fillings were delicious.

Great ramen. Lots of flavor and good portion size. Very nice interior. Also great testing signature beer made by micro brewery from Finland.

I really appreciate how the menu designed, it really helps me to order the food. The taste is awesome and the price is reasonable! I like it a lot!

Good customer service. Got greeted with smile, instant plus. Tea and coffee free serving, also extra plus. Noting like a green tea after some ramen. As for ramen itself, this is why I had to give 3 stars. I ordered tantanmen. The meat is exellent. Flavourful and juicy. It's the broth that made me tilt my head. I expected something a bit more spicy, as the broth colour red suggests. It was also bland for my taste. Needed more salt. But hey, healtheir for you I guess.

One of the most delicious ramens in the city. Huge portion and great service. 🤤 The restaurant is already at 3 locations in Helsinki city centre. If you order the chili ramen, expect a really spicy one, it's awesome!

Service was quick and friendly. The food is delicious and inexpensive. Inside the restaurant was very calm and the decor was beautiful.

Musubi is somewhat overrated. It’s a nice little café, but there are a few things to keep in mind. Although it’s open from 10 AM to 6 PM, most items are usually sold out by 2 PM, so if you want to try their onigiri, you’ll have to keep an eye on their Instagram and time your visit right. When I walked in, the owner completely ignored me, even though there were only three other customers inside whom he was actively serving. He didn’t even say hello, which left a bad impression. I had read a lot of good things about this place and was really looking forward to trying the onigiri, but by 1 PM, only two out of ten flavors were left. The price - €6 per piece - seems a bit steep. Maybe that’s just the reality of Helsinki, but I think €4 would have been much more reasonable. The onigiri tasted like simple homemade ones- fresh and made with good ingredients, but nothing exceptional. I had planned to sit inside and try the miso soup as well, but there were no available seats, so I had to leave. Overall, I wouldn’t make a special trip here just for the onigiri, unless you really want to support this small business.

The onigiris are amazing and so fresh! The service is amazing with lovely patient staff. I usually take my onigiris to go, but there is plenty of seating at the restaurant even though it is small.

A lovely lunch that keep you full! We ordered 4 different options to try and they were all very good. The place is quite small, so it might be a good idea to avoid peak lunchtime. We came around 13, which was perfect

Super fresh onigiris at really decent prices! We got free green tea which was such a nice (and refreshing) surprise. The owners are absolutely lovely too, making the whole experience even better. Can’t wait to come back for lunch sometime!

Very nice! We went for the miso+2onigiri set for each of us and it was very tasty. Would 100% recommend

Musubi is a small, charming spot with just a few seats inside. The onigiris were absolutely delicious! Fresh, well-seasoned, and just like the ones you'd find in Japan. The staff was also very friendly. A hidden gem worth stopping by for a quick, tasty bite!

Amazing fresh onigiris. Super awesome that they have vegan options. I loved the pickled plum onigiri. Very popular, so there's a wait sometimes. Well worth it though!

The restaurant has a funky odour inside so I always prefer take away. Foods are below average. Taste is not the best and portion is quite small for the price. Curry sauce is too watery, probably because they didn't use enough coconut milk to thicken it. Phad thai tastes just like a regular wok noodles meal.

Super delicious food for good price. Just the beer was not really tasty :-(

(Translated by Google) I really like it. It's a Thai restaurant in Helsinki. delicious food It's Thai food. You can order any type you like. We've eaten here 2 times already. And if there is a chance, will definitely come to eat again. The price is very affordable. Warm and comfortable atmosphere (Original) ชอบมาก เป็นร้านอาหารไทยในเมืองเฮลซิงกิ อาหารรสชาติอร่อย เป็นอาหารไทยๆ ชอบแบบไหนสั่งได้ เรามาทานที่นี่2ครั้งแล้ว และถ้ามีโอกาสจะมากินอีกแน่นอน ราคาไม่แพงมาก บรรยากาศอบอุ่นสบายๆ

(Translated by Google) Very good food. I'm really going to visit many times to taste the entire menu. I've tried it about eight times now and it always works just for fun! (Original) Erittäin hyvää ruokaa. Todellakin aion käydä useasti maistelemassa koko ruokalistan annokset läpi. Nyt about kahdeksan kertaa käynyt maistelemassa ja aina se vain toimii huvin!

(Translated by Google) Very good. I've tasted the whole list. My favorite Pad Cha duck. When I found a favorite, I only ate it. Well, sometimes fish cakes. (Original) Erittäin hyvä. Olen maistanut koko listan. Oma suosikkini Pad Cha ankka. Kun suosikki löytyi olen syönyt vain sitä. No aina välillä kalakakut.

(Translated by Google) Very delicious..you can order spicy Thai style. The lady who owns the shop is from the South, kind, friendly and smiling 👍 (Original) อร่อยมาก..สั่งเผ็ดแบบไทยได้เลย พี่ผู้หญิงเจ้าของร้านเป็นคนใต้ ใจดี เป็นกันเองยิ้มแย้ม 👍

(Translated by Google) I moved into the same house today, this will be my base, the first visit already confirmed it. (Original) Muutin tänään samaan taloon, tästä tulee kantapaikkani, ensivisiitti sen jo vahvisti.