I arrived on a Friday for lunch not knowing what to expect and was surprised by a buffet with…read moreNordic food, very interesting and large accommodations, and a quiet beer garden in back. I'm sure your mileage may vary depending on when you come and whether this buffet is consistent or rotational, but regardless, I think the venue is well worth a visit if you have time.

First evening visiting Turku and my wife and I were looking for place to eat that also served local…read moreor regional beer. Found this brewpub and it looked like a neat place. The building has an old antique feel with lots of dark wood. Plenty of tables and booths spread across multiple rooms, it appears this place could hold a lot of people. It was mostly empty when we were here, but that was on a Monday evening. I imagine on the weekend it can get pretty busy with so much room for people. We ordered a ribs and a hamburger and they were huge portions. We could have easily ordered one meal and shared it. The burger was a pretty good standard burger with a big patty and lots of vegetable on it, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle. The ribs were a big, lots of meat, and better than the burger. Neither was the best in its respective category, but both were satisfying and good. No complaints. They both came with potatoes that were like a cross between chips and fries. They were awesome! I have never had fries like this before. They were wide and flat, thinner than fries but thicker than chips so that they still had some soft potato inside but were nice and crispy at the same time. I would come back just for the fries, some of the best I have eaten. The beer was okay, but in the world of craft beer there is definitely room for improvement. The Kakolan Kalpea pale ale was decent but not as flavorful as I prefer. The Lehtori lager had a strange, bad taste and I really did not like it all. It tasted skunky as if it had gone bad or was old. The Vehnä wheat beer was the best I beer I drank here. It tasted like a traditional German hefeweizen with the banana and clove flavors clearly noticeable and was very enjoyable to drink. I would visit again for the wheat beer and fries.

Four-course menu was really delicious. The seafood was really fresh and all cooked perfectly, as…read morewere accompanying vegetables. Ice cream had the clearest fresh milk taste I've ever encountered. In the four-course menu, things can taste a bit repetitive. A lot of the dishes, we realized, are highly reminiscent of traditional Finnish salmon soup. That is, they're based on big pieces of seafood placed under a big white broth. To be fair, this definitely means it's a spin on classic Finnish cuisine, with perfectly cooked seafood and the like. But for a cohesive four-course menu, it might have been nice to have something else. There's more to Finnish food than salmon soup. Another thing: bread was a bit weird. The portions were small and they seemed to compensate with the biggest pieces of bread I've ever seen, which looked more like American white bread than like anything Finnish. That was rather bizarre and confusing. But, still delicious food, prepared at a very consistent high level, and it really takes a Finnish spin on New Nordic.

Fantastic food. I took their 6 course dinner, two starters, two main courses and two desserts, and…read moreeach course was an amazing taste experience. Amazing food, good wine and good service!

Great restaurant in Turku. Apparently it's pretty popular and well known among locals as well. We…read morehad the steak plate and the pizza with the strawberries, goat cheese, and pistachios. Both dishes were really good. The pizza crust was good and surprisingly the toppings worked well together and didn't feel like a dessert pizza. The steak was well cooked and everything that came with it worked well. Our server was really friendly and overall we had a positive experience. There is also a nice view of the water out front. We sat inside and the vibes were good.

Super yummy! Unlike most restaurants in Turku they're open on Sundays, so we made a reservation,…read morewhich I highly recommend doing. My group split a few pizzas, a bottle of wine, and dessert. Everything was excellent. In addition to what's on the menu they also have a revolving selection of desserts each day--I wound up ordering a piece of off menu white chocolate cheesecake. We dined indoors, but they also have outdoor seating with a beautiful view of the river. Definitely recommend this place, especially if it's a Sunday and you're lacking in good options.

I visited Pub Niska on a sunny Saturday in September with my family. We picked a seat on the patio…read more(terassi) and ordered some peltileipä (thin bread crust as a base for a pizza) and enjoyed the views. We thought the pizzas were tasty though they left us hungry. The patio furniture were very nice and original - or at least I haven't seen similar tables and chairs elsewhere. The views of course were great too since the place is next to the Aura river. For some reason, there were some seriously annoying bees flying around everywhere that day and they just would not leave our pizzas alone. It was really infuriating. This of course was not the fault of the restaurant but definitely lowered our enthusiasm although we otherwise enjoyed our visit. Pub Niska (niska = neck) is a pub that's famous for the pizzas. I don't know how famous it is for good beer etc. Most people seemed to be drinking beer - probably Lapin Kulta or Karhu. I can only imagine how popular the patio is during the summer as even in September it was nearly packed by the time we left. I'd come again for the views and to chill with a drink.

From the owner: Pub Niska tarjoaa hilpeitä herkutteluhetkiä tunnelmallisessa Aurajokirannassa. Pub Niska Turku on…read moreahvenanmaalaiskokki Michael Björklundin kehittämän ravintolakonseptin ensimmäinen franchising-ravintola. Ideamme on tarjota ravintolassamme korkealaatuisista raaka-aineista tuotettua lähiruokaa tunnelmallisessa miljöössä. Ympäri vuoden auki olevasta ravintolastamme saat Pub Niskan maittavat peltileivät. Peltileipä eli pizza ahvenanmaalaisittain on valmistettu tuoreista ja korkealaatuisista, pääosin ahvenanmaalaisista raaka-aineista. Listaltamme löytyy lisäksi ruokaisia salaatteja, maukkaita jälkiruokia ja monipuolinen juomavalikoima. Ravintolaa sisustettaessa syntyi ajatus kietoa ravintolan teema salakuljettaja Algoth Niskaan. Algoth Niskan tarina elää Pub Niskassa merihenkisen sisustuksen, istuimina toimivien rahtilaatikoiden ja menusta löytyvien peltileipien nimien hengessä. Tervetuloa Pub Niskaan nauttimaan laadukkaasta lähiruoasta, viihtyisästä tunnelmasta sekä ystävällisestä asiakaspalvelusta!

This small restaurant had only a dozen tables, with quaint residential kitchen decor - drying…read moreherbs, pickling jars - and was, on my crowded weekday holiday dinner visit, unfortunately, a bit louder than expected. Probably because of reflective ceiling panels. And half of the restaurant walls are sound-reflecting windows. But, the servers seem very attentive and quick. The chefs, in their t-shirts, baseball caps and aprons, are quite visible, working in the partially open kitchen, and assisting the servers with plate présentation. The chefs spent a lot of time in front of us, perfecting each dish with tweezers. Because, about a third of the presentations had a very meticulous, but specifically geometric, plating. Such as perfect circles of 40 circles, or teardrops, or ellipses. Personally, I encourage each Chef to execute and present their individual vision. But, maybe limit the number of plates that appear to be assembled with a protractor and compass. The scallop, cucumber and buttermilk dish was excellent, as was the 64th version (so far) of their signature "Fish Circle," of crab, whitefish, apple and beurre blanc. I was also pleased with the local beef, sweetbreads and summer truffle plate. In any event, I enjoyed myself, and will have to return. 2025 05 01. M1. 242.

The best dinner I've had in Turku by a margin. Got a table for two on the patio by chance when a no…read moreshow spot opened up exactly when we arrived. They did four or six courses and I regret we didn't go for six. ;) The ingredients get to speak for themselves and I will definitely secure a reservation the next time I'm in Turku. Book well in advance. The premium wine pairing was not available due to supply problems but the regular worked really well.

Delicious, fresh Finnish food for a bargain. Especially their fish is to die for. There is a wait…read morefor a outside table but it's worth it.

Confession: I heart Mami. It's one of my favorite restaurants in Turku. I've had lunch here (at…read moreleast) 3 times in the past 10 days. I think the wait staff is starting to recognize me. Lunch: - Choose from a soup, salad, meat, or fish course. (small/large portions for soups & salads) - One dessert option. Never disappointing. - Comes with tea/coffee. (choices include a cappuccino or cafe latte ... not only your typical brewed/drip coffee.) - Don't want to wait? Avoid the crowds and come after 12:30. (They're open until 15:00). Clarification: Soups & salads are Nothing like your boring watered-down chicken noodle soup (or whatever the equivalent is in Finland) and uninspired wilted greens. It's much more elevated than that. Think: celery soup with salmon tartare, goat cheese & cashew salad. I'm not a big salad person, but find myself diving into a bowl of crisp lettuce more often than not. And the portions are very generous. I'm usually good with a small soup/salad plus dessert. Which sets me back only 10-11€... such a bargain! If coming for dinner, make reservations!! A little pricey but totally worth it. Kiitos!

$$$Excellent meal and worth the price! Fresh ingredients prepared by awesome chefs! I will be…read morecoming back the next time I visit Turku!

From the owner: Roster Turku is a vibrant restaurant and bar, situated right next to Turku Cathedral. Stripping…read moreaway the formalities of fine dining, the restaurant focuses on providing food prepared from the finest ingredients as well as excellent service and a wonderful atmosphere. Spread over two floors, Roster is also a great spot for various events and occasions.

Best pepper steak in the world! I mean it! I have lived near this place most of my life and tried…read moremany pepper steaks in my life but I have yet to find a better one. Most, but not all my friends agree with me. Staff is friendly and professional. Atmosphere is relaxed.

Restaurant Pippurimylly has been in business over five decades. This was my first visit,…read morerecommended by my local friends, and I can well understand why. I ordered a house steak which comes with creamy peppercorn sauce and croquets. Also a basic salad buffet is included. The steak was fantastic, and it came prepared to perfection, medium rare, exactly as I wanted. The house wine, Garzon Reserva Tannot from Uruguay paired with the steak excellently. The serving had a nice upscale feeling, yet it was decently priced. Friendly, precise service and italian espresso complemented the experience.

This restaurant was the best surprise during my trip to Finland. The food here is truly amazing and…read morefresh. Everything is made from scratch and the women working everytime I went were absolutely fantastic! The prices are great, as well.

Unexpectedly delicious burritos are to be found here in Turku! Everything is made to order to your…read moreexact specifications, and they don't charge extra for things like guacamole as a topping or tortilla chips as a side. The chicken part of my chicken burrito had been stewed, seasoned, and shredded, and was totally tender and tasty (although a bit drippy during the consumption, so make sure you have ample napkins). The staff could not have been friendlier, the La Loteria wall decor is fun, and the prices are very reasonable for this part of town, especially for the quantity and quality of food that you get (I think that my burrito + can of Coke was around 11 or 12 Euro?). I would happily visit again, especially if I am in the mood for something casual and extremely filling.

Our favourite asian restaurant in Turku. Place is really nice and clean. Service is great and food…read moreis amazing.

This place is fantastic, some of the best Asian food we've eaten in our lives, especially the Thai…read morefood. Fresh, flavorful, nice presentation. We can highly recommend this place. (and for the love of god, don't go to Yummy Kyoto Dish across from the Radisson, see my review. This place is literally a million times better.)