Laurel Awards
Based on expectations.
We select an expectation level before visiting a restaurant, and we award laurels in five different areas based on the selected expectation.
The total laurels awarded equal the overall score across the five categories.
One laurel
One laurel is given when a restaurant lives up to expectations.
Two laurels
Two laurels are given when a restaurant delivers beyond expectations.
Three laurels
Three laurels are given when a restaurant delivers exceptionally above expectations.
Best restaurants
in Finland
Based on expectations.
Restaurant À La Kämp
Location: Finland
Elegant, French-inspired cuisine rooted in Nordic tradition, delivering timeless dishes crafted with care and served in a refined, historic setting.
Restaurant Nokka
Location: Finland
Nokka is a pioneer of wild and sustainable cuisine, offering innovative dishes made from pure seasonal flavours, wild fish, game and organic local produce.
Restaurant Brasserie Lionne
Location: Finland
Brasserie Lionne brings modern French flair to seasonal ingredients, crafting vibrant classics served in a warm, elegant and effortlessly stylish atmosphere.
Restaurant Bardot
Location: Finland
Bardot offers French-inspired cuisine, fine wines and a chic, intimate atmosphere that captures the elegance and charm of classic Parisian dining.
Restaurant Rue Madame
Location: Finland
Rue Madame serves modern French brasserie classics with vibrant flavors, fine wines and a chic, welcoming atmosphere inspired by the charm of Parisian dining.
Restaurant Vinkkeli
Location: Finland
Vinkkeli offers timeless European flavours with a Finnish touch, fine wines and warm hospitality, all in an elegant yet relaxed brasserie setting.
Restaurant Boon Nam
Location: Finland
Boon Nam in Helsinki offers authentic Thai cuisine with bold flavours, house-made dishes and elegant cocktails, celebrating balance, craft and shared dining.
Restaurant Carl Wilhelm
Location: Finland
Experience seasonal delights at Restaurant Carl Wilhelm, located in the beautiful Vanajanlinna Castle with refined flavours and timeless 1920s charm.
Restaurant Le Coucou Vert
Location: Finland
Le Coucou Vert celebrates French cuisine with a playful twist, serving elegant, seasonal dishes in a lively, relaxed atmosphere full of charm and character.
Restaurant Esmes
Location: Finland
Esmes delights with Nordic flavors and playful creativity, serving vibrant dishes and warm hospitality in a lively, stylish setting on Iso Roobertinkatu.
Restaurant Pompier
Location: Finland
Pompier honors timeless European brasserie traditions with hearty flavors and classic dishes crafted with care, comfort and contemporary charm.
Restaurant Kappeli
Location: Finland
Since 1867, Kappeli has been Helsinki’s heart, a timeless meeting place celebrating Finnish flavors, seasons, and culinary tradition.
Restaurant Farang
Location: Finland
Farang showcases bold Southeast Asian flavors with modern finesse, blending sweet, sour, salty and spicy notes into vibrant dishes made to share.
Restaurant Bronda
Location: Finland
Bronda draws on Spanish, Italian and French flavors, crafting stylish classics with global inspiration, paired with standout wines and rare champagnes.
Restaurant Shelter
Location: Finland
Shelter, located in a historic Kanavaranta warehouse, serves heartfelt Nordic cuisine with seasonal flavours, and warm, genuine hospitality by the sea.
Restaurant Flor
Location: Finland
Flor is a vibrant culinary hideaway where Nordic ingredients meet global inspiration, creating bold, artful dishes in effortlessly stylish setting.
Restaurant Nolla
Location: Finland
Nolla offers innovative zero-waste dining with bold seasonal flavours, local ingredients and a relaxed atmosphere that celebrates sustainability and creativity.
Restaurant Stringberg
Location: Finland
Our second-floor restaurant offers a cozy yet urban setting for lunch or dinner. Enjoy simple Nordic cuisine, fine wines, and international-inspired flavors.
Restaurant Pastis
Location: Finland
Pastis brings Parisian charm to Finnish ingredients, serving classic French flavours, fine wines and warm brasserie hospitality in the heart of the city.
Restaurant Lappi
Location: Finland
Lappi brings the spirit of the North to the table with authentic Lapland flavors, wild ingredients and warm, rustic hospitality rooted in tradition.
Restaurant Savotta
Location: Finland
Savotta celebrates traditional Finnish cuisine with forest- and lake-inspired flavors, serving nostalgic dishes that honor heritage and genuine local craft.
Restaurant Natura
Location: Finland
An intimate restaurant showcasing modern Finnish cuisine, highlighting local game, seasonal vegetables and responsibly sourced seafood with creative flair.
Restaurant Teller
Location: Finland
Teller blends Nordic seasonality with bold, modern flavors, crafting inventive dishes in a lively, welcoming setting where good food and warm energy meet.
Restaurant Aoi
Location: Finland
Aoi serves thoughtful yet carefree contemporary cuisine in Ullanlinna, offering a joyful, ever-changing menu that reflects diverse backgrounds and creativity.
Restaurant 305
Location: Finland
305 offers innovative dishes, great wines and handcrafted cocktails in a cozy, relaxed Hakaniemi setting where you can dine, sip or simply enjoy the atmosphere.
Restaurant Le Ankka
Location: Finland
Le Ankka offers playful French-inspired cuisine made from seasonal ingredients, blending bold flavours, creativity and a relaxed bistro atmosphere.
Restaurant Young Hearts
Location: Finland
A contemporary Töölö restaurant with an Asian twist, serving seasonal dishes full of flavour, texture and balance, with creative tasting menus and wines.
Restaurant Kuurna
Location: Finland
Kuurna is a cozy bistro in Kruununhaka serving pure, seasonal dishes and thoughtful wines from sustainable producers, all in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Restaurant Bona Fide
Location: Finland
Bona Fide celebrates honest cooking with Nordic flavours, seasonal ingredients and a relaxed atmosphere where authenticity and creativity meet on every plate.
Restaurant Savoy
Location: Finland
Savoy overlooks Esplanade Park and blends Finnish-French flavours, honouring tradition with seasonal dishes and an exceptional wine cellar.
Restaurant Muru
Location: Finland
Experience seasonal flavours at Muru, where fine ingredients, warm atmosphere and a love for good wine create a relaxed yet elegant dining experience.
Restaurant Boulevard
Location: Finland
A modern Nordic fish restaurant celebrating seafood in all its forms. Sustainably sourced, expertly crafted dishes served in a relaxed, cozy atmosphere.
Restaurant Gaijin
Location: Finland
Gaijin blends modern Asian flavours from Japan, Korea and Northern China, offering bold dishes, creative cocktails and a sleek, urban atmosphere.
Restaurant Plein
Location: Finland
Plein is a modern neighbourhood gem where Nordic purity meets European elegance, serving artful, seasonal dishes in a calm, effortlessly sophisticated setting.
Restaurant Ego
Location: Finland
Ego combines French bistro classics with Japanese flavours, creating bold and surprising taste pairings driven by curiosity, creativity and constant evolution.
Restaurant Lönkka Bull & Bottle
Location: Finland
Lönkka Bull & Bottle is a relaxed steakhouse open from lunch to late night, serving dry-aged meats, fine wines, and delicious fish and veggie dishes.
Restaurant Ateljé Finne
Location: Finland
Atelje Finne honors Finnish heritage with seasonal ingredients, artistic presentation and warm, soulful flavors served in a charming, historic atelier setting.
