Skiffer fits nicely in the category of hip and trendy restaurants that focus on doing one thing and very well and not trying to be great in everything: here they focus on pizza...and let me tell you, their focus pays off and I can say I've had one of the tastiest pizzas in a long time. I arrived at Skiffer after doing some research here on Yelp. I saw that it had a number of English reviews, which helped me understand it better, but it was also right next to my hotel (Klaus K) and so I decided to simply show up. It was just me, so I was hoping they had some kind of bar area where I could sit down and continue reading my intoxicating novel while sipping on a glass of wine and waiting for the food. And they did - yay! I'd read about the Fisherman's Friend pizza and although I'm typically not the person that would opt for fish, I did go ahead and ordered it nevertheless. Truth be told, the different kinds of fish on one single pizza did worry me a little, but in the end I was amazed on how well they complemented each other; the poached egg and the shaved fennel were simply the icing of the cake! The reason why I'm not giving 5 stars is because of the service. I know, I know, I hear it all the time: Finnish service isn't great, so don't expect anything else. But I don't know...I just don't think the two waiters were attentive. I understand they had a lot of hungry customers to feed, but being a single customer, I would have enjoyed a little extra attention. (This is at least what I've been taught, when I learned how to be a good waiter back in the days...) In other words, I just didn't feel like they cared about me as a customer. Nevertheless, the delicious pizza was a hit and in a way tamed me ;-) read more

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When the days get shorter again and the first cold wind arrives at the coast of Helsinki Skiffer at Liuskasaari closes its summer terrace to open again in spring. This is not just sad because it is a sign that winter is close at hand but also because there is no place to get Liuska (their pizza) for several months. But the good news is that a new Skiffer opened in the center of Helsinki at Erottaja. Here you can now get all the amazing Liuskas you know from Luiskasaari and some more all winter through. And the team did their best to also give you some of the summer and sea atmosphere indoors at their new place. Skiffer Ravintola Erottaja is definitely worth a visit. Try for example the FG with duck liver, figs, duck filet and mustard seeds or Fishermen's Friend with small fish, smoked salmon, fish roe and egg. Enjoy! It's definitely the best pizza in town! read more

Skiffer Erottaja - view from inside - Pizza Near Me - Helsinki, 18

First night in Helsinki and we went for pizza! Don't worry, pizza here is not that traditional kind you would find in any restaurant, they are very specific and talented in what they have to offer. Menu in English, not a problem. But while my menu had one page, my friend's menu in Finnish had 6 or 7 (a lot of drink options I guess). I ordered the Soign (maybe it's spelled wrong) pizza with goat cheese, nuts and strawberry, it was covered in basil which I liked a lot. My friend got one with sausage and that was covered in coriander (not my favorite). To drink I got a Long Drink, something very traditionally Finnish. Pizza is enormous, I don't know how I could eat that. Flavors were great and very surprising, I wouldn't normally order pizza with strawberries unless is a desert pizza covered in chocolate. Service was great, the girl even have me the whole explanation on the Long Drink story (designed during the Summer Olympics some time ago). read more

The pizza was amazing! The crust was very thin, just the way I like and not over sauced. I had the smoked salmon and smoked trout pizza with arugula and it was fantastic. Very unique and flavorful. read more

Skiffer Erottaja - Pizza Near Me - Helsinki, 18

Went here based on other reviews and it was fantastic!!! My daughter got the margarita pizza, my son got the CCCP (think taco on a pizza), and I got the KAA which was ham, pineapple and blue cheese. All three were delicious and we loved the thin crunchy crust! The goat cheese salad was also amazing, it was very large and could easily be shared, or a meal by itself. We are in Helsinki for two nights but have been in Finland for over a week. We love Scandinavian food but needed a change and were very happy with Skiff. Highly recommend!! read more

Enjoyed my dinner experience and my Margarita Liuska very much. It was near closing time, so, I was seated right away. My server was super nice and very helpful. The food came out quickly. I am a classic Margarita pizza lover, so, trying the liuska was taking a bit of a risk. Happily to report I was not disappointed. Just know, the crust is on the super duper thin side, but, not like a flatbread. The one con for me was the basil they offered was mixed in with arugula making it not a true Margarita. Bonus: I had my dog with me, who was invited inside and sat next to me on one of the benches. read more

Skiffer Erottaja - Pizza Near Me - Helsinki, 18

Great place with tasty thin crust pizza! I was initially disappointed that they didn't have the duck liver variety mentioned in some of the reviews, but my pizza (the daily special, which was bacon, red onions, spinach and mushrooms) was really delicious! My son had the surf & turf, which was sausage, crayfish, spicy peppers and lime. My son initially laughed at the lime on top, but then tried it and said, "wow, you haven't had pizza until you've had lime on your pizza!" The service was good - they even gave us an English menu - and the price reasonable. Would definitely return! read more

Skiffer Erottaja - Pizza Near Me - Helsinki, 18

Sat down for 15 minutes, no one took our order. Staff was more interested on looking at their laptop. I hear the pizza is good, but service was awful. read more

Excellent thin Italian pizza, with a proper pizza oven. Very social/pleasant service. Fully booked this evening, so book ahead if possible. Dined alone in the bar, but enjoyed several conversations. Good selection of beers. Free wi-fi. read more

Skiffer Erottaja - Great atmosphere - Pizza Near Me - Helsinki, 18

Artisanal and really great pizza. The lime on top of the pizza was a new and tasty touch. Cozy atmosphere.

Excellent choice for lunch, with a daily salad and multiple creative pizzas. NOT closed on Mondays. read more

Skiffer Erottaja - Pizza Near Me - Helsinki, 18

I'm still suprised to find pizza this good in Helsinki. Damn unexpected. I will be back. My pizza had icecream on top AND IT TASTED LIKE HEAVEN. This place made me proud of the Helsinki food scene. read more

You take a hundred meter ferry ride out to the dock/island where the restaurant is located. Once there it is a free for all to get tables. The pizza is reasonable and the atmosphere is very chill. The pizza is very thin, and not something my NYC pizza tastes are used to. Either way you'll go there for the cool things, and to have pizza not the other way around. read more

Terrific casual pizza meal. Fun and young clientele. Service was prompt and polite. The local Stallhagen beer was a recommended treat. I had the cheese pizza with all the fixings. Delightful and relaxing experience. read more

Very good restaurant the grilled steak was just very good grilled and very nice decorative wells I like this place.

Skiffer has some of the best pizza in Helsinki, with real locals (and reasonable prices).

Might be the best pizza I've ever had. Nice thin crust, excellent sauce, unique toppings. It was perfect food after our flight to helsinki. I wanted to go back again the next day for more pizza! read more

Skiffer has definitely the best pizzas, or as they call them "liuskas", in Helsinki. It's a perfect place for an easy, cozy dinner with friends. The pizzas are not the traditional type pizzas we can get from any corner pizzeria but innovative with surprising combinations. Also the lunch salads have best price-quality ratio in Helsinki. read more

Excellent and unique pizza! Definitely worth it. I tried the pizza with strawberries, pine nuts, goat cheese and arugula along with a glass of red wine. Perfect way to end the day! read more

Skiffer Erottaja - Pizza Near Me - Helsinki, 18

Cosy, tiny place with good service! Yummy - I had not have such a delicious pizza since a long time!! Enjoyed it, Kiitos!

Skiffer is definitely the place to go if you want a good and a little bit more inventive pizza than in all those god-awful kebab places all around Helsinki. It's not perfect, but there are many positives to say about Skiffer; the decor is trendy and contemporary, the service is friendly (for the most part), the location of the restaurant is perfect - but the most important is of course the food! I'm impressed by their menu choices and ingredients, but I do wish they would pay more attention to the actual quality and seasonality of the food. I have been there twice in one year and the menu has stayed the same. I feel like they could really have fun with it since they only have 7 things (pizzas) on the menu... Or even make a special pizza every once and a while. Go with the seasons people! Also the pizza I had last time was pretty good in flavor, but it had clearly been sitting in the window for a while.... that's a shame. In any case I like the atmosphere and I absolutely love that they have Anchor Steam Beer (from San Francisco) in the beer selection, so I give Skiffer a four star rating. Ps. also try the Skiffer in Liuskaluoto for a more nautical and exotic experience! read more

A cosy new place on Erottaja. Very tasty pizza, with some unusual options in the mix for adventurous people :) We had the Surf&Turf which was excellent. Good service. read more

Hands down the best pizza I've ever had. We tried the duck confit and foie gras pizza and the Fisherman's Friend (salmon, anchovies, roe, pickled fennel, and a poached egg), both were excellent. The service was also friendly and helpful and the location is charming. read more

This is the best thin crust pizza I've ever had... possibly the best pizza (though I tend to prefer thick, pan, deepdish pizzas). Not only that, it was reasonably cheap. read more