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    4.4 (55 reviews)
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    Norman W.

    Well worth a visit even if you don't want to buy anything. Wonderful architecture with wonderful wooden 'cubicles', inside, selling fish, chutneys etc etc. Seating areas with national delicacies to taste. An eye opener of the old world that our ancestors enjoyed. Of course, there was the inevitable reindeer skins and antlers for sale. A very interesting hour or so

    Alisa J.

    The best market hall I've been to. The food was incredible. The smoked salmon toast I had was so fresh and some of the best smoked fish I've ever had. The smoked reindeer meat pie was super delicious as well. All the people we interacted with at the stores we went to were friendly and so helpful. Found some great souvenirs and really enjoyed all the food. Don't miss this place when visiting Helsinki.

    Ci H.

    I have mixed feelings about this place. Pros: I got to try reindeer meat, elk, cloudberry jam... essentially things difficult to find out of Finland. Also I did all these under 35 Euros since you can buy tasting portions. Cons: None of the food blew me away. The Runeberg tart is a must try. Delicious. It's the shop on your way out that sells deserts. Avoid the fried fish.

    Story café (in the very middle of the hall)
    Sylvia K.

    This was my favorite place to eat when I was in Helsinki! I love public markets and foodhalls because of the variety of food and products and the Old Market Hall did not disappoint! It's housed in this gorgeous old building and has been operating since 1889. It's not huge and the two main aisles on either side are a bit narrow but I found it incredibly charming. There are a bunch of vendors, including a Robert's Coffee (which was always busy every time i went), a cheese shop, two caviar shops, seafood vendors, a gelato place, a soup place, a vietnamese place, a bakery, and a couple others. At the middle of the foodhall was a cafe called Story that had a lot of seating and was also really popular. I did my own little food tour the first time I was at the foodhall. I got a sampler thing of traditional finnish cheese (leipajuusto) that came with cloudberry jam (i loved this) from the cheese shop. I did a caviar tasting at one of the caviar shops (it was €5 for a small spoonful) and it was really fun to try it for the first time. I sampled reindeer jerky or sausage (not 100% sure lol) from the shop that was selling arctic/northern finnish/sami stuff. And I got a graavilohi/cold smoked salmon on top of rye bread from Eriksson's seafood booth (THIS WAS SOOOOO GOOD!!!). And all the merchants were so nice. And everyone took credit card. I really wanted to buy a jar of cloudberry jam to take home but i didn't want to check in a bag for the flight home. So i bought some cloudberry candies instead from another vendor. I came back to the foodhall another day and ordered a lohikeitto (creamy salmon soup) from Story Cafe and it was delicious and perfect for a rainy day. The bread it came with was also delicious! Also got another graavilohi afterwards! I absolutely recommend this place if you are in Helsinki. It's great for trying some local Finnish things. Some of the shops have their own limited seating, but others don't. There are some benches near the entrance or you could take it outside and eat it on the steps looking out at the water. There were also some tables outside of the foodhall but it wasn't clear if they belonged to a vendor that was closed for the day/season. There are also restrooms but they are suuuuuper cramped and tiny. Enjoy! Kiitos Helsinki!!!

    Victoria E.

    I liked this old market hall which is walkable from the ferry terminal. This being the last remaining Scandinavian country I've not visited I was a little leery for a bit because I was under the impression that Finland is no where as cool as Sweden and Norway which are top four most favorite countries in the world (the other two being Germany and France), but I was really taken away right away by the old market. The salmon here is amazing and fish sandwiches served open face is a huge attraction. I loved the stalls that sold the herring. It reminded me just like Stockholm. The guy saw me earlier at a different stall and was happy that I came back to him. He offered to make me a mixed plate with different herrings and also a cod sandwich. I paid only 15 euro for a large plate which was very satisfying. If you are visiting Helsinki, definitely don't forget to visit this place. I loved how everything is so accessible and in Finland they take Euros which makes it so much easier for us to shop!

    Helen H.

    The Old Market Hall has been opened since 1889, which is quite impressive. We came early, and not all the vendors were opened. The only thing I ended up purchasing were reindeer chips. I was shocked to discover they were 8 euros.

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    Bruce K.

    Not as large as some indoor public markets (Porto's Bolhão, for example) but they have a nice variety of shops here. The aisle is a little narrow, but we managed to make do as we started our food tour here. It is completely indoor, so you'll enjoy the air conditioning and heating. Wine and beer and spirits, meat, seafood, more seafood, fresh vegetables. Soup, sandwiches, bakery with pastries, all sorts of yummy stuff already prepared. Free wifi was a nice touch, too. [Review 10067 overall, 1652 of 2018.]

    Curt C.

    Old Market Hall This is one of the most exceptional food halls I've ever been to! Want a crash course in Finnish cuisine? This is the place to learn about it. They have a huge variety of different food sellers in here, selling everything you could ever imagine as far as seafood, sweets, breads- high end, high quality food. The hall is divided into two rows. Each booth is about 4-10 meters long, depending on the amount of inventory they have. They sell food from across the globe- but they focus mainly on seafood. If salmon is your thing, you'll be enchanted by this food hall. I had no idea that salmon was so versatile, with so many different ways to prepare it, flavor it, and serve it. The list of fish available was quite extensive, with most of the fish having been caught semi-locally or around Scandinavia. The best approach is to try a little something from each booth- as each one seems to have its own specialty. This is a great place to get souvenirs or strange foods to take home. It's not all seafood, they have canned bear meat, elk meat, reindeer jerky available to take home. This place doesn't seem to be just for the tourists either. I spotted several locals buying raw fish to take home with them for supper. You can eat your food on the spot- there's a section in the middle of the food hall under a giant mirror where you are free to sit and eat at the tables without having to order from the restaurant co-located there. Beer & wine to pair with your meal is available at the Alko at the north end of the hall. There's restrooms located in the north end of the hall, but I found those to be cramped with a long line. There's a public restroom right outside the doors by the harbor, which was empty when I went. This cool old market hall is completely worth checking out. I'm so glad that I did, and had various fish in over a half dozen ways. Tasting all the delicious Finnish seafood cuisine was certainly a highlight of the trip!

    Random photo from one of many shops within the market.
    Easy C.

    One review? Whats up? Just a stones throw from the main open market area near the Helsinki coast this is another fun place to stop in. Essentially a collection of food shops under one roof. Plenty of good options. We like to have sandwiches, coffees, and a few chocolates prepared to take to the nearby park. The walking areas can get a bit tight so watch your wallets and purses (not that we had any issues). People are moving slow, perusing the offerings, often making several passes before making a decision. Meat shops, vegetarian, cafes, high end candy, bread, and of course the Scandinavian staples - seafood. You will also find some novelty food items, like canned bear and jams, that could make for interesting souvenirs or gifts. See photos for details.

    Amanda M.

    This place is absolutely lovely. It is filled with different cafes and specialty shops. I wanted to come here to try some of the traditional Finnish food and take some treats back to my friends. They have everything from fresh meats and fish, to piping hot coffee, jams, desserts, and delicious ready to eat meals such as fish stew. I was so excited to try so many things and I even took some tasty liquorice home as a souvenir. Definitely come here if you're interested in trying some of the local fare! Also, it's right on the water and next to the Helsinki Market Square with more shops.

    Anthony G.

    Great market to come to when visiting Helsinki to sample some local cuisine and grab a quick, cheap lunch. The vendors are all willing to help and are very friendly. Bought some delicious sweet licorice here and only paid €2,70 for a nice sized bag. It does get crowded and walking through it could be a challenge but it's worth it for a visit. Come grab lunch here and eat out by the harbor (weather permitting).

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    Amazing market / tons of local flavor / awesome Samples and restaurants. Save a meal for here! The soup place is not to be missed!

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    I love public markets and foodhalls because of the variety of food and products and the Old Market Hall did not disappoint!

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    Hietalahden Kauppahalli

    4.0(7 reviews)
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    When Jamie W. and I ventured to Helsinki this past year, we had no idea where to stroll as we…read morebraced ourselves for the brisk Nordic climate. The irony is that it's genuinely easy to traverse the city center. The Yelp app plus the city's enormously efficient public transit certainly helped us to get to some interesting spots like this food hall which has a distinctly American vibe to it. Of course, my bias probably comes from being an American, but it did remind me of Chelsea Market in NYC, Pike Place Market in Seattle, and as Autumn mentioned, the Ferry Building in San Francisco. It's full of mostly culinary vendors reflecting how diverse the Finnish palate is. It wasn't crowded when we entered the hall, but you could tell the most popular spots among the locals were Street Gastro where they serve up specialty sandwiches, Stadin Herkut with their Mediterranean and Middle Eastern delicacies (photo: http://bit.ly/2kDMSTD), Robert's Coffee (photo: http://bit.ly/2jSR79e), and Fat Ramen where we ended up for lunch (review: http://bit.ly/2ldBlqC). The atmospheric hall opened in 1903, although it went through several iterations before becoming a food hall just five years ago. Definitely worth a stop.

    This is Helsinki's answer to The Ferry Building in my native SF. Much like my condo location in SF,…read moreI live just near here on Bulevardi. I frequent the flea market because I'm cheap like that. I buy my produce at the Kauppahalli because I'm not cheap like that. The produce is beautiful, there is a huge array of sweets, treats, and food stalls/cafes. The cupcake lady, the Spanish delicacy stand, and the juice bar are favorites. Robert's coffee is not. But that's my bone to pick and I'll review where a review is due: on their Yelp page. I have it on good authority that Roslun makes the best burgers in town (I'm a vegetarian) and that the ramen shop is pretty good too. I can vouch for the French Cafe and the classic Finnish cafeteria in the back. They are the only place that has baby seats. That's good to know if you have a kid who needs one of those. This is the perfect place to go as a local (for the staples and some treats or a quick lunch/snack out with friends away from the city center) or tourists (it is teeming with them in the Summer). It's a go-to for friends visiting from out of town; flea market then market hall = a good 3 hours of your day knocked out in one small space. Highly recommend the fresh fruits and veggies, meats, fish, cheese, breads, pastries, and sweets. The kitschy tourist-y stuff can be good too. I really like the olive oil soaps that one of the stalls sells. Overall, I am really thankful they're here and so close to home. Because a girl can live on cucumber, tomatoes, and apples from S Market for only so long ;)

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    Hietalahden kirpputori

    Hietalahden kirpputori

    4.5(12 reviews)
    1.3 kmKamppi

    I really like flea markets. And secondhand stores. My mom is a treasure hunter and antiques lover…read more I grew up scouring American flea markets and thrift shops as a child and the love of the hunt has stayed with me. This is a great flea market in a beautiful location next to the seaside. The new market hall here is wonderful for foods ranging from ready-made to fresh produce, meats and fish, and sweets and coffee. The flea market itself is huge by city standards and heavy on womens' clothing, handbags, and knick-knacks. I have never seen many large items like furniture here but household goods abound. Comic books, records, jewelry, antique dishware...you name it, it's probably here. This is my favorite flea market: open air (fresh, seaside open air), great location, easy to get to by transit or foot, and rooted by a great place for food and drink. This is an activity that is easy to make a whole afternoon out of. Today's finds included baby clothes for .20 a piece, games for my classroom at around €2 apiece, and very expensive barely-used infant gear for about 1/20 of the retail price. There are a lot of great handbag deals on genuine and knock-off designer pieces if you're into that sort of thing. And I'm not talking about Chinatown type of stuff. I'm talking about the real deal.

    Fun to watch but not to buy. Good range of Finnish design and inside the building Roslund serves…read morethe best burgers in Finland. Period.

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