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Where to eat in the center of Helsinki. Where to eat in Helsinki: cafes and restaurants

The average bill in Helsinki restaurants makes you refuse to mentally convert euros into rubles. The salvation turns out to be multinational street food, which can be found at almost every turn in the Finnish capital. Trying street food in Finland is safe and interesting - here you can find British fish and chips or Berlin döner. "Electronic Finland" collected best places in the city.

Black Grill & Cafe is a place for those who want to eat a burger at night

This black burger van can easily be found in the square in front of the Helsinki train station. The burger shop not only has an excellent location, but also an ingenious opening hours - right up to 5 am, which is very rare by Helsinki standards.. On the night from Friday to Saturday, crowds of capital party-goers flock here for excellent burgers for ten euros. If you pay three euros extra, you can get fries and a drink in addition.

In addition to burgers, the menu includes Caesar salad and sets of chicken wings (8 pieces for 10 euros, 15 wings for 15 euros). For particularly hungry groups, there is a set of 100 chicken wings for 90 euros. They placed a couple of tables in front of the van, so you can eat right there before the burger gets cold.

Quotes from the menu:

  • Signature burger – 13 euros
  • Spicy chili burger – 10 euros
  • Burger with pulled pork – 10 euros
  • Vegetarian burger – 10 euros
  • Caesar salad – 10 euros

Address: Asema-aukio
Opening hours: Mon-Tue: 10:00 – 5:00

Harju Döner – döner in the best Berlin traditions

This stylish döner shop in the bohemian district of Kallio will transport tourists straight to Berlin. The concept of the establishment is built around döner kebab, in other words, shawarma, but in a German way. At Harju Döner, grilled meat is served with a mix of vegetables and herbs, sauce and bread. The laconic menu includes doners with lamb, chicken, pork and seitan (that is, “meat” made from wheat) for vegetarians.

Experts recommend döner with lamb and assure that it is in no way inferior to the best Berlin samples. Döner is served either on a flatbread or on a plate; the second option is larger and, accordingly, more expensive. Döner itself is quite a substitute for lunch, but if you want something more serious, then come here for lunch. Lunch is served at a special price of €10.30 from 10:30 to 15:00. Lunch includes soup, döner on a plate and your choice of drink, tea or coffee. The establishment is very popular among Helsinki residents, who go to Kallio on weekends for the most delicious and cheap food in the city.

Quotes from the menu:

  • Döner with spicy chicken on a plate – 15 euros
  • Döner with veal on a plate – 15 euros
  • Vegetarian doner with seitan on a plate – 15 euros
  • Doner kebab with lamb on flatbread – 9.50 euros

Address: Fleminginkatu 23
Opening hours: Mon-Thu: 10:30 – 22:00; Fri: 10:30 – 23:00; Sat: 12:00 – 23:00; Sun: 13:00 – 20:00

Shopping mall Kauppakeskus Citycenter, Kaivokatu 8
Opening hours: Mon-Thu: 10:30 – 21:00; Fri: 10:30 – 22:00; Sat: 11:00 – 22:00; Sun: 12:00 – 19:00

Kauppatori Grill – fast food with a “fish” twist

Helsinki Market Square seems like a great place to grab a bite to eat. There are always many street food stalls with a national twist here. They mainly offer the famous Finnish cream soup with red fish and fried fish in various variations.

In fact, this place is too touristy and the locals themselves rarely eat here. Therefore, the orange and black Kauppatori Gril stall on the square is a real salvation if you find yourself in the port area and want to have lunch for less than 10 euros. The food is not that outstanding, but the portions are fair and the average bill is modest. You can order a hefty portion of fish and chips with salmon fillet or shrimp tempura with fries, or you can get by with a regular hot dog. A nice bonus is a variety of additives such as pickles, peppers or onions. Add to this a great view right across the bay, photogenic seagulls scurrying here and there, and free Internet.

Quotes from the menu:

  • Hot dog – 3.50 euros
  • Salmon burger – 6.50 euros
  • Double cheeseburger – 6.50 euros
  • Deep-fried squid and fries – 9.50 euros
  • Fish and chips with salmon – 8.50 euros

Address: Eteläranta
Opening hours: Sun-Mon: 9:00 – 21:00; Tue-Thu: 09:00 – 23:00; Fri-Sat: 09:00 – 00:30

Fisu & Ranet – standard fish and chips in an unexpected location

Fisu & Ranet is a great place to grab a bite to eat while waiting for your bus flight. A classic of British street food, fish and chips can be enjoyed unexpected place– the bustling Kamppi shopping complex, where there is an underground bus station. You can find the establishment at the 6k food market food court. Here, in a small area, perhaps the main players in the capital's street food market were gathered. Six restaurants offer food for every taste, from Vietnamese cuisine to fish and chips and gourmet sandwiches. The owners of Fisu & Ranet sacredly honor British traditions and therefore deep-fried fish and French fries are served in a bag made of newspaper. They vouch for the quality of the fish, the portion is decent, and the price is reasonable by Finnish standards.

Quotes from the menu:

  • Fish and chips – 10 euros
  • Fish burger with fries – 10 euros
  • Seitan with fries – 9.50 euros

Address: Salomonkatu 5, Kamppi shopping center
Working hours:

Street Gastro - a premium sandwich shop with an affordable price tag

A pioneer of Finnish street food and an ambitious project of two Finnish chefs who wanted to prove that even gourmets can appreciate street food. The owners of Street Gastro started with a van in Kallio, and now the company has grown to a chain with three locations in Helsinki and one in Espoo. The main components of success are homemade fresh bread, quality ingredients and sauces perfectly selected for each sandwich..

Interesting flavor combinations are invented here, for example, in a “pulled pork” sandwich, coleslaw is mixed with cucumber and apple and dressed with horseradish mayonnaise as a bright detail. The lamb sandwich adds pickled red onion and zucchini, while the chicken version adds pickled carrots, crispy onions, scallions and chili mayonnaise.

The vegan option is a sandwich with house-made seitan, caramelized onions, vegan smoked cheese and BBQ sauce.

Quotes from the menu:

  • Vegetarian sandwich with hummus and curry – 9 euros
  • Sandwich with lamb and zucchini – 9.50 euros
  • Sandwich with pulled pork – 9 euros
  • French fries – 3.90 euros

Address: Vaasankatu 13
Working hours: Mon-Thu: 11:00 – 21:00; Fri: 11:00 – 22:00; Sat: 12:00 – 22:00; Sun: 12:00 – 19:00

Address: Urho Kekkosen Katu 1, Kamppi Shopping Center
Working hours: Mon-Fri: 10:00 – 21:00; Sat: 10:00 – 22:00; Sun: 12:00 – 19:00

Soi Soi – the best vegetarian fast food in the city

There are endless odes to the local tofu and goat cheese burger on Tripadvisor. Another hit on the menu is the sweet potato fries, which cost you just five euros for a generous portion. Both office clerks in suits and fashionable young people come to Kallio specifically for these positions. This is not surprising, because Soi Soi is called the place of power for the capital’s vegetarians. Ignore the, to put it mildly, unpretentious interior - this unassuming place offers the best vegetarian street food in the city. Even meat lovers admit that the place to go for burgers is Soi Soi. The food here is always fresh and tasty, the service is friendly and the prices are equally friendly. Eating for less than 10 euros in Helsinki is an achievement in itself. And another significant plus is that the establishment is open until 23:00.

Quotes from the menu:

  • Tofu burger – 6 euros
  • Burger with smoked cheese – 6.50 euros
  • Kebab with seitan – 9 euros
  • Pita with spicy tofu – 9 euros
  • Burger with goat cheese – 9.50 euros
  • Sweet potato fries – 5 euros

Address: Vaasankatu 9
Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 11:00 – 23:00; Sun: 13:00 – 21:00

Exploring the city on an empty stomach is a decision doomed to failure. And if dinner can be sacrificed in favor of the enemy, then under no circumstances should you skip breakfast and lunch. We have selected places where Helsinki residents enjoy gaining energy in the morning and exchange the latest news over lunch.

Exemplary cupcakes and muffins 10 minutes from Helsinki Central Station. Two tiny rooms with 8 tables, a touching mint-colored rocking chair and a lot of light. Housewives formulate the menu depending on the season and like to surprise with non-trivial items: for example, there is a cupcake with strawberry-caramel-ginger flavor, but the absolute favorite is lime-cream. All baked goods are our own, therefore impeccably fresh and natural. In addition to sweets, they serve excellent homemade breakfasts - fans of healthy eating will definitely like them: rich cereals, natural yoghurts, organic coffee/tea of ​​your choice, and juice squeezed in front of you. For long walks, you can take with you a hearty sandwich with smoked salmon and avocado, the bread for which is baked here.

An excellent restaurant in the heart of Helsinki, close to all the main attractions. The owners of the place dream of turning it into a kind of city living room, where young fashionistas, families with children and elderly people who live in the center and their pets can safely come.

The place opened just recently, but has already become famous for its brunch with fresh oysters, avocado toast, raw cakes and other goodies (on weekends from 10 to 15, 29 euros) and lunch (11-14.30, 10-12 euros).

The cafe opened on the site of a former video salon in 2014 and almost immediately won its fans, largely thanks to the talent of British pastry chef Lloyd Polak. For years now, he has been inspiring the Helsinki gastronomic community to create ethical desserts and baked goods: delicious carrot muffins, banana muffins, spinach tarts, apple pies with orange-vanilla sauce and homemade ice cream. For breakfast (€8.5) you can choose muesli with yogurt, a bagel with mozzarella, porridge and fresh fruit. A full lunch (appetizer, soup, salad, main course) for 9 € will be a reason to come back here. Items on the lunch menu change every day, but always include something from national Finnish cuisine - be it baked salmon or Hernekeitto pea soup. And in the evening at Bergga it’s nice to have a glass of wine or taste a fortified IPA.

The move for the Mexican fusion restaurant to the very heart of Helsinki, to the fashionable Mikonkatu street, had a positive effect: now the cafe-bar, located next to the flashy fashionable Michael's restaurant, can accommodate up to 100 guests. Hence the excellent cocktail menu and improved menu. Basement rooms, cozy light, relaxed atmosphere – and one of the best lunch offers in all of Helsinki. For €10.10, guests are offered soup, a 5-item salad bar and main course - roast beef with parsnip puree, chicken curry and rice, Mexican jambalaya and much more. The gluten-free cornbread comes with tzatziki and creamy guacamole, and your choice of tea/coffee. Make sure there's room for dessert - depending on the day, it could be almond cake with honey and yoghurt, chocolate chilli mousse or lime mango panna cotta.

A new hamburger shop 300 meters from Helsinki Station Square, opened by seven friends who are in love with this non-trivial American dish. Despite the fact that the format is an ordinary diner with set meals, soda and milk shakes, you should not exclude it as a place for lunch. Burgers brought to perfection with the most natural ingredients: Finnish beef, buns baked according to our own recipe, even sweet pickled onions - and they are made right here in the kitchen. For those who are allergic to gluten, there is gluten-free bread and, of course, lactose-free cheese. All combos (burger, potatoes and drink) will cost 11 €, a children's set – 6 €.

Restaurant-bistro with Finnish home cooking. A modest but cozy interior, where the main accent is vintage posters for popular Finnish cinema and melodic national pop classics of the 60s-80s. Plenty of seating and good portions – what more does a hungry traveler need? For 10€ you can try potato soup with leeks, salmon with caper sauce and cabbage rolls with lingonberry jam. The lunch menu changes every day, so you can get an idea of ​​the basics of simple, traditional Finnish cuisine.

Although there are not as many chain sushi bars in Helsinki as, for example, in Russia, they all have the same problem: dry and bland sushi, with overcooked rice and tasteless fish. Therefore, if you find yourself in the Töölö area, then you should come here for proper Japanese cuisine. The Japanese living in Helsinki note that it is in Tokyo 55 that the sushi is most similar to what is served in their homeland. Lunch includes soup, salad and a sushi selection of traditional flavors for maki (salmon, cucumber, avocado and eel) and nigiri (salmon, crab and a signature flavor that changes every day of the week). The sushi buffet will cost 15€, but you can go smart and get a take-away (10 sushi without soup and salad) for 9.90€.

A restaurant serving laconic vegetarian cuisine, hidden from the eyes of passers-by in a secret courtyard. Turning from the busy Annankatu into the courtyard, all you have to do is find a balcony with black forged bars, and you are there. It gets a little crowded during lunch, but there is no delay in serving guests. 5 variations of lunch to suit guests' hunger: soup (8€), salad buffet (11€), soup and salad buffet (12€), hot (10-12€) and hot with salad buffet (14€) . The dishes are rich in ingredients traditional for vegetarian cuisine: cream soups are made from lentils, beets, mushrooms; curry with tofu, seitan, baked vegetables with chickpeas are served as main dishes. Bread, tea/coffee are included in the lunch price.

Options where you can eat inexpensively and deliciously in Helsinki: cafes and restaurants, as well as bars in the city. Addresses, opening hours and prices in establishments.

The Finnish capital is not a cheap city, but here you can find good establishments with affordable prices. Usually the densest tourist flow is in the center, where a large number of attractions, and prices in restaurants and cafes are traditionally high. A full lunch in a good establishment will cost at least 40-50 euros. If you order Finnish delicacies - dishes from Lapland venison, fried whitefish and other delicacies, it will cost even more.

In this article we will tell you where to eat inexpensively and deliciously in Helsinki - we will list the most budget establishments and indicate prices, addresses and opening hours, and also give advice on what to eat in the Finnish capital.

What is a must-try in Helsinki?

Finnish cuisine is hearty and quite high in calories; the harsh climate makes its own demands. When in Helsinki, you should definitely try salmon soup with cream (lohikeitto), fish pie (kalakukko), morel cream soup, and herring appetizers. Delicious dishes here include trout in its own juice, partridge in sour cream, crayfish, venison and elk dishes (Lapland cuisine). Pancakes are especially good to eat in winter: in Finland they are eaten with caviar, goat cheese, even pickles and pickled onions. Blinis are different from Russian ones; here they are thick yeast flatbread with different fillings.

As for alcoholic drinks, it is interesting to try local beer, wonderful wild berry liqueurs and Finnish Kavel champagne made from yellow currants and gooseberries.

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Where to have an inexpensive breakfast in Helsinki

The best way to have breakfast with a cup of coffee and a sandwich is to go to a cafe. A cup of coffee and an airy donut with jam in a roadside cafe can cost only 1.5 euros, while the average price of a cup of Americano in the country is 2.5-3.5 euros. But if you want to visit an atmospheric place and admire the wonderful views, then such a coffee break in the city center will cost at least 6-10 euros.

Robert's Coffee

You can have an inexpensive breakfast in Helsinki at Robert's Coffee. In this chain establishment, a cup of coffee with a croissant costs 5 euros. Cafe address: Kaisaniemenkatu 3. Open: Sat - Sun 10:00 - 00:00, Mon - Fri 08:00 - 00 :00.

Ciao! Caffe

Considering the location of the cafe - near the Cathedral and Senate Square, the prices here are very reasonable: an espresso costs only 1.70 euros, an American - 2.30 euros. In addition to coffee and dessert, there are light snacks: salad bar - 8.5 euros, ciabatta and focaccia for 4.90 euros. Address: Aleksanterinkatu 28. Open: Sun 12:00 - 19:00, Mon - Sat 10:00 - 19:00.

Cafe Ekberg

The oldest café-bakery in the city, operating since 1852. Here you can try the best Napoleon (3.30 euros) in the city. Breakfast is a standard buffet: eggs, omelettes, cereals, muesli, yogurt, cold cuts, vegetables, fruits, pastries, coffee and tea. Cafe address: Bulevardi 9. Open: Sat 08:30 - 17:00, Sun 09:00 - 17:00, Mon - Fri 07:30 - 19:00. You can have an inexpensive breakfast on weekdays - for 11.5 euros (until 10:30), on weekends - for 17.90 euros (until 13:30).

Ursula

A very romantic place on the seashore with wonderful views of the bay and the archipelago. And although the prices here are somewhat high - a serving of salad is 12.5 euros, the cafe is popular in the city. Address: Ehrenstromsvagen 3. Open: Sun - Sat 09:00 - 22:00.

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Where to have an inexpensive lunch in Helsinki

Unicafe Ylioppilasaukio

You can eat inexpensively in Helsinki at the UniCafe bistro chain; one of the establishments is located in the center of the capital near the train station. A set lunch costs 8 euros, for students there are huge discounts, for holders of an international student card, lunch will cost only 2.60 euros. Address: Mannerheimintie 3 B. Opening hours: Mon - Fri 11:00 - 17:00.

Golden Rax Pizza buffet

A popular chain of buffet establishments, any number of approaches is allowed. Soups, pizza, meatballs, salads, sausages, chicken, lasagna, vegetables - everything is very tasty. The cost of the buffet for an adult is 9.95 euros (cheaper on weekdays). Discounts for students. Address: Mikonkatu 8. Opening hours: Mon - Sat - 11:00 - 21:00, Sunday 12:00 - 21:00.

SFC

Fast food lovers can eat cheaply in Helsinki at SFC, one of the establishments is located near the station. On the 1st floor, a set of a hamburger, fries and cola will cost 8-9 euros, on the ground floor there is a pizzeria and a buffet buffet for 7.90 euros. Address: Mannerheimintie 18. Open: daily from 11:00 to 21:00.

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Eerikin Pippuri

Kebab chain in the city. Russian speaking staff, large portions. The average check is 10 euros. Address: Eerikinkatu 17, in the Forum shopping center. In general, there are quite a lot of kebab shops in Helsinki, as well as in other major cities Europe. Their prices are approximately the same, but the quality of food preparation may vary slightly.

Veggie

Vegetarians are sure to love the new lunch café that opened last year. Cozy interior in eco-style, simple menu - vegetable salads, pies with zucchini, feta and spinach, buns, cakes, juice and tea/coffee. The average cost of a salad is 10 euros, a sandwich is 4.50, a latte is 3.50, a cappuccino is 3.30, a juice is 2.50 euros. Address: Munkkiniemen Puistotie 22.

Gran Delicato

Mediterranean restaurant. A portion of salad is 9.5-10.5 euros, ciabatta is 7.50 euros, tea and coffee is 3 euros. A cozy place for a light snack, the interior is somewhat reminiscent of a Greek tavern on the seashore. Address: Kalevankatu 34. Open: Sat 10:00 - 18:00, Mon - Fri 08:00 - 20:00.

Soppakeittio Tapaste oy

Soup restaurant in the Hakaniemi indoor market, specializing in Spanish cuisine, excellent seafood soups (shrimp, salmon, mussels). A good alternative to pizzas and sandwiches. Usually there are 3 soups on the menu, different every day. Huge portions cost from 8 to 9.5 euros, bread and water are included in the price of the dish. Address: Hakaniemen kauppahalli. Open: Sat-Sun 11:00 - 15:00, Mon - Fri 11:00 - 16:00.

Where else can you eat delicious food in Helsinki?

While walking near the Presidential Palace and Esplanadi Park, it’s a good idea to stop by the old market square Kauppatori. Here you can buy souvenirs, groceries and eat on a budget in small street cafes on the market. A portion of creamy salmon soup - 7 euros. There are also sandwiches, meatballs, fish, venison and elk dishes, kebabs and sweet rolls. The market closes at five in the evening and is closed on Sundays in winter. In October there is an annual herring festival, and in December there is a Christmas market. Address: Etelasatama.

And if you want to try gourmet Finnish cuisine, you should visit Ravintola Lasipalatsi, a very popular place among our compatriots, although not cheap. There is a Russian menu. The interior is somewhat reminiscent of the Soviet style of the 80s: red curtains and armchairs, white tablecloths. The signature baked potato with venison is a must try. The average cost of a main course is 28 euros, a dessert is 9-12 euros, but on weekdays there is a buffet for 12 euros. Address: Mannerheimintie 22. Open: Sat 14:00 - 23:00, weekdays 11:00 - 23:00.

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Bars in Helsinki

In the evening, after a busy day, it would be nice to take a walk around the city, drink a couple of beers or a glass of wine, and see nightlife Finnish capital. There are several places in Helsinki where you can have a good holiday for little money. In general, the pricing policy of the city's drinking establishments leaves much to be desired. Even Europeans coming from neighboring countries recognize the high cost, but for the sake of a good mood, you can sometimes afford small expenses.

On The Rocks

Rock bar in the center of the capital near the station, a good place for lovers of heavy music, there are live bands performing. Drinks - 6 - 10 euros, only those over 23 years old are allowed. Address: Mikonkatu 15. Open: 16:00 - 04:00.

Molly Malone's Irish Bar

Irish bar in the center of the capital, not far from the station. Good selection of beers, ales and ciders, prices lower than other places. Interesting interior, plenty of space and live music. Address: Kaisaniemenkatu 1 C. Open: Sun - Thu 12:00 - 03:30, Fri - Sat 10:00 - 03:30.

Rymy-Eetu

An original bar with German, Belgian and Finnish beer, Irish ale and hot snacks. The place has an extremely fun atmosphere with dancing on the tables. Often the program includes live concerts of Finnish and German music. Snacks from 8.5 euros, draft beer (0.5 l) from 7.5 euros. Address: Erottaja 15. Opening hours: Tuesday 15-03, Wed - Sat 15-04.

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It is often difficult to find a place to have a good breakfast in the morning in Helsinki: most places open their doors only from 11 o'clock. In this case, it is worth stopping at the 24-hour S-market supermarket, which has a culinary section with hot and cold dishes by weight. So, you can buy a mixed salad or a full breakfast in one container, which will cost 5 euros.

    Mannerheimintie 9


An excellent cafe, located just two minutes from the central railway station. A set lunch is served for 8 euros. You can take as many salads and side dishes as you want. Quite a cozy and democratic place.

    Mannerheimintie 3


If you are a seafood fan, be sure to check out Soppakeittio Tapaste, located in the Hakaniemi indoor market. The place specializes in Spanish soups. Guests are treated to shrimp, salmon and mussels, the cost of dishes is from 8 to 9.5 euros. A nice bonus is hearty portions and free bread and water with your meal.

    Hakaniemen kauppahalli


A popular place among Russian tourists, ideal for dinner. This establishment provides a buffet, which you can eat until you've had your fill. Salads, meatballs, pizzas, soups, lasagna and more - a full plate will cost 10 euros.

The MOBY SPL ferry company recommends paying attention to these establishments, which operates regular cruises to the capital of Suomi on the comfortable Princess Anastasia ferry, equipped with all amenities, a children's room, a spa area, large Duty Free and a large number of restaurants and cafes. The next departure is scheduled for May 24, ticket prices start from 19.5 euros per person. In June the ferry will depart on the 1st, 7th, 9th, 15th, 21st, 23rd, 29th. You can read more about Moby SPL promotions.

Helsinki is one of the most popular tourist destinations for residents northern capital our vast Motherland! How many travelers from Russia visit this wonderful city every day, but, unfortunately, prices for many goods in Scandinavian countries can slightly shock an unprepared tourist, so the question of where to eat inexpensively in Helsinki becomes extremely relevant.

So, you've planned a trip to the Finnish capital, but now the question of where to eat is tormenting you from the inside? After all, in this country there are so many interesting places for lovers of delicious food, but the average bill there, alas, can exceed as much as 20 euros. Dont be upset! In the article you will get acquainted with the most popular Finnish establishments, where you will be happy to be treated to delicious local cuisine, and very inexpensively in comparison with other places in this region. Well, let's get acquainted!

Where to eat deliciously in Helsinki?

Quite filling and very high in calories, but how could it be otherwise in a harsh climate? Fish dishes are very popular in Finland. For example, when in Helsinki, you should definitely try creamy salmon soup, fish pie or herring cream soup. Interesting?

Many restaurants serve trout in its own juice, crayfish or venison dishes, but all this is quite expensive. Don't despair ahead of time! Helsinki is a tourist city, and the local infrastructure is designed in such a way that it can easily satisfy the needs of both wealthy and budget tourists. In this article we will look at the main places where you can have a tasty and inexpensive meal in the capital of Finland.

Old covered market

If you have the wrong idea about markets in your head, throw them out immediately! The Old Indoor Market is a great place to eat inexpensively and deliciously in Helsinki. It is worth noting in general that similar places in all European countries attract visitors with their unusual architecture, a wide range of various types of products, which are neatly laid out on the shelves. Here you can find traditional European or national Finnish cuisine, Asian sets and much more. In the old indoor market, the menu changes every week, so if you are a frequent visitor to Finland, you can try many interesting and different dishes. The average price for a lunch menu starts from 10 euros, which is quite cheap for Scandinavian countries. This is where the famous Roberts Coffee, famous for its affordable prices, is located, as well as the Scandinavian Cafe, where you can have a good snack with sandwiches and similar fast food. In general, when it comes to where to eat inexpensively and tasty in Helsinki, head straight to the indoor market.

The Old Market can be found at: Eteläranta

RaxBuffer

If you find yourself in the capital of Finland and want not just to have a snack, but to eat until you drop, then Rax Buffet is your place! This is an excellent restaurant-type establishment where tourists are offered a choice of both independent individual orders and full meals on an all-inclusive basis. You only need to pay 11 euros, which by European standards is a rather ridiculous amount. At the all-inclusive rate, your choice includes any salads, several types of pizza, lasagna, meatballs, grilled sausages, potatoes with mushrooms, all types of sparkling water, boiled eggs, olives, cabbage, tomatoes and other salad bar - all this and in huge quantities.

The restaurant is located at: Aleksanterinkatu, 11, m. Kaisaniemen Metroasema (next to the city Cathedral).

Cafe MOMOTOKO

This establishment specializes in Japanese cuisine. This is not only a place of attraction for Asian tourists, but also for all those who are not willing to pay over 12 euros for lunch.

The restaurant has an excellent location in the vicinity of the University of Helsinki and the Athenaeum Museum. By the way, this is exactly the place where you can eat inexpensively in the center of Helsinki. The lunch menu at MOMOTOKO is available every weekday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The average bill for business lunches ranges from 10-12 euros, but if you decide to devote most of your time to sightseeing and don’t have time for lunch during busy hours, don’t be upset. This establishment is ready to offer absolutely the same items from 14 to 17 hours at a fixed price of 12 euros.

Location of cafe MOMOTOKO: Yliopistonkatu, 5

If in the previous establishment more attention was paid to Japanese cuisine, then in the VAPIANO cafe there is an exclusively Italian menu. In addition, this establishment belongs to a large international chain, which cannot but influence the corresponding service. If you are an exquisite culinary connoisseur and are looking exclusively for a place where you can eat real Italian pasta, risotto or pizza cheaply in Helsinki, then VAPIANO is for you. The average bill for hot dishes here starts from 9 euros per person, for first courses - 6 euros, and for drinks - from 2.5 euros.

Separately, I would like to note the fact that the service at VAPIANO can surprise even the most experienced travelers. At the entrance to the restaurant, the waiter gives visitors a certain card, on which all the ordered dishes will be recorded in the future, then the visitor simply moves from one culinary station to another, choosing between appetizers, desserts and the main menu.

The restaurant has several different menus - in Finnish, English and even Russian. And since the establishment is very popular not only in Helsinki, but in Baku and even Bonn, the waiting time for an order sometimes reaches 20 minutes.

You can find a restaurant in Helsinki at the following address: Mikonkatu 15.

Cafe Bar No 9

“Cafe-bar No. 9” is famous not only for its humane prices, but also for its large portions. This real paradise hungry tourist, because after visiting this establishment you will definitely remain full.

For the Finnish capital, the average bill in a restaurant is considered more or less decent and does not exceed 16 euros. About “Cafe-bar No. 9” we can say that this is the place where you can eat inexpensively in Helsinki, but nothing more. The interior of the establishment is not particularly conducive to romantic dates; rather, it is more suitable for a quick lunch or dinner in the vicinity of Vanha Kirka and Eslanda Park. The cafe area is a little cramped, since this place is loved not only by thrifty tourists, but also local residents. The most important feature of the cafe is its opening hours. Cafe-bar No. 9 is open from 11 am to 2 am, which is very atypical for Finland. This is an ideal place for lovers of evening walks and a cup of hot, invigorating coffee.

Address: Undenmaankatu, 9.

Cafe LaTorrefazione

Do you feel those soothing notes characteristic of Italy in the name of the establishment? This Finnish establishment with an Italian accent is perfect for a business meeting or a regular coffee break between the train and the way to the airport. Lovers of quality coffee and various spices will especially enjoy this place. It is also worth noting that all the sweets are prepared in the establishment itself. If a coffee break doesn’t seem enough, you can always order the main menu for an average bill of 10-13 euros. Naturally, the dishes will be typical of Italian cuisine: pasta, risotto or pizza.

Location of the cafe La Torrefazione: Aleksanterinkatu, 50.

Department store Stockmann

If you have ever visited Helsinki and do not know the Stockmann department store, then you have not been to Finland! It's famous throughout the country shopping mall, which is able to please visitors with an abundance of different clothes, shoes, delicacies and much more. On the eighth floor of Stockman there is a real gastronomic paradise. In this place you can find an establishment to suit your taste: from budget fast food to gourmet restaurants. Many establishments also have prime hours, where you can grab a set lunch at an attractive price, but, as a rule, such promotions start from 10-11 am and last until 14-15 pm.

The department store also houses the Moomin Cafe, which is very interesting with its interior, where you can meet various characters from Moomin stories. The child will definitely find it interesting here!

La Familia Restaurant, also located inside the department store, boasts its hearty Italian-style dining experience. Here again there is risotto, spaghetti, real Italian pizza, vegetables to choose from and many more interesting lunches. Between 11:00 and 14:30, any lunch option is offered at a fixed price of 10-20 euros, which is very modest for an establishment of this level.

The Stockmann department store is located in the central part of the city at Aleksanterinkatu, 52.

Cafe Ursula

This establishment is in great demand due to its territorial location. Ursula always has a romantic atmosphere with wonderful views of the bay and the archipelago. As a rule, you have to pay a little extra for everything beautiful, so the prices here may not appeal to thrifty travelers. For a portion of salad and a cup of aromatic coffee you will have to pay about 12 euros per person, but it is definitely worth it. Café Ursula will especially appeal to young couples who want to spend time in a secluded and relaxed atmosphere on the seashore.

Sometimes it happens that just sitting in good company with a glass of strong whiskey is much more interesting than simply spending money on a set lunch. Therefore, information about where to eat inexpensively in Helsinki, but also where to drink something strong, will definitely not hurt a budget-conscious tourist.

Not far from the station, in the very heart of the city, there is a bar called On the Rocks, where you can order a good drink for 6-8 euros. You can also look into Molly Malone's Irish Bar and Rymy-Eetu, but in any case, it is worth keeping in mind that the pricing policy in bars in Helsinki still leaves much to be desired.

Conclusion

Helsinki is not only the business center of Finland, but also a wonderful city for recreation and tourism. Local architecture, museums, Scandinavian climate - all this attracts travelers from all over the world. If you come to this wonderful country on a budget, then you should definitely know where to eat inexpensively in Helsinki!

Food is an important financial factor, and by wisely saving on it, you can open up additional opportunities in exploring the city itself. We hope that this article was useful not only to beginners in the field of tourism, but also to experienced, seasoned researchers. Have a nice trip and new discoveries! Good luck!