Restaurant Salutorget
An elegant Helsinki institution in a former bank, serving classic Finnish and Scandinavian dishes with impeccable service. A must-visit for its ambian...
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Restaurant Salutorget
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An elegant Helsinki institution in a former bank, serving classic Finnish and Scandinavian dishes with impeccable service. A must-visit for its ambiance and cuisine.
"A beautiful restaurant with elegant design and amazing food."
Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended to ensure a table, especially for popular times like lunch and afternoon tea.
Don't Miss the Classics
Try signature dishes like Toast Skagen and pan-fried Baltic herring, highly recommended by reviewers and locals.
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Cuisine
Finnish, Scandinavian, European
Price
$$$
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Elegant Ambiance in Historic Setting
Dine within an elegant 1910s Art Nouveau bank building, featuring marble columns and rich wood panels for a luxurious feel.
Traditional Finnish Delicacies
Savor authentic Finnish cuisine, with standouts like tender reindeer steak and perfectly pan-fried Baltic herring.
Exquisite Afternoon Tea Experience
Indulge in a traditional Afternoon Tea featuring a delightful array of homemade cakes, pastries, and finger sandwiches.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended to ensure a table, especially for popular times like lunch and afternoon tea.
Don't Miss the Classics
Try signature dishes like Toast Skagen and pan-fried Baltic herring, highly recommended by reviewers and locals.
Embrace the Vault
Visit the restrooms located in the former bank vault for a unique and memorable architectural detail.
Patience is a Virtue
Be prepared for potential waiting times between dishes during busy periods.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended to ensure a table, especially for popular times like lunch and afternoon tea.
Don't Miss the Classics
Try signature dishes like Toast Skagen and pan-fried Baltic herring, highly recommended by reviewers and locals.
Embrace the Vault
Visit the restrooms located in the former bank vault for a unique and memorable architectural detail.
Patience is a Virtue
Be prepared for potential waiting times between dishes during busy periods.
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Reviews Summary
Restaurant Salutorget offers a memorable dining experience with its elegant ambiance, drawing praise for its traditional Finnish cuisine and excellent service. Guests rave about classic dishes like reindeer steak and Toast Skagen, as well as the delightful afternoon tea. While most reviews are glowing, some diners note that wait times between courses can be extended during peak hours.
"Perfect place to have afternoon tea in Helsinki! Very cozy restaurant. Staff and service is excellent! Most of the food was really good (exept sandwich with cucumber, that one is just really sad one 🙈 ). All in all, it's a place i definitely recommended!"
Kristina Vaeting
"I was looking for a high-end spot to celebrate a special birthday lunch, and Salutorget in Helsinki was absolutely perfect! The restaurant has a colorful upscale design and comfortable seating that exudes a relaxed yet elegant vibe. It feels a bit like you're stepping into Alice in Wonderland. The food was fantastic! The French onion soup, burrata, and oysters were over the top in size and flavor and were some of the best I’ve ever had. Drinks were top-notch, and the service was cheerful and attentive throughout the meal. If you’re looking for a memorable lunch or dinner experience in Helsinki, Salutorget is the place to go!"
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"Very fancy and tasty restaurant experience next to ”Salutorget” aka Kauppatori. This place has very long waiting time between dishes, so be prepared for waiting for each dish atleast 30 mins.
I like the historical, fusion and Helsinki’s local vibe there 🙌🏻 🔥"
Fangda “1andonlyconnoisseur” Chen
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, reservations are highly recommended, especially for lunch, dinner, and afternoon tea, to secure your preferred time and table.
Popular signature dishes include Toast Skagen, pan-fried Baltic herring, and reindeer steak. The traditional Afternoon Tea is also a highlight.
Yes, Salutorget offers a traditional Afternoon Tea with a selection of homemade delicacies, which is very popular.
The restaurant boasts a cozy and elegant atmosphere within a former 1910s Art Nouveau bank building, featuring marble columns and rich wood panels.
While allergens may not be explicitly marked, the staff is knowledgeable and helpful in accommodating dietary needs, including gluten-free options.
The restaurant is housed in a historic bank building, and the restrooms are uniquely located in the former bank vault.
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Right beside city hall and a handy place to take a break from shopping in Market Square, this building retains marble columns and deep wood panels that harken back to the days when it was a bank rather than an elegant restaurant, fitted as it is today with very plush and luxurious furniture. Toast Skagen, a Nordic classic, is a good bet—it's shrimp, mayo, and chives on toasted bread, topped with a generous dollop of whitefish roe. Pan-fried Baltic herring is another classic.
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The stunningly beautiful Salutorget restaurant in the heart of historic Helsinki offers the perfect setting for a lovely lunch or wonderful dining experience. Set in a former 1910´s Art Noveau | Jugend bank building, Salutorget comprises a dining room known for its pared-down elegance, a stylish bar and a cosy outdoor terrace with views of Helsinki’s bustling seafront market. Restaurant also serves rare treat at Helsinki, traditional Afternoon Tea with homemade delicacies.
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Kauppatorin laidalla sijaitsevan Salutorgetin iltapäivätee on suosittu niin paikallisten kuin matkailijoiden keskuudessa. Kaikki teekattauksella tarjoiltavat herkut valmistetaan ravintolassa käsityönä. Iltapäiväteemenu on melko perinteinen voileipineen ja skonsseineen, ja siihen tehdään muutoksia pari kertaa vuodessa.
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Restaurant Salutorget serves classic Scandinavian cuisine next to the scenic Helsinki Market Square, right at the heart of the historic center of the city. Formerly a bank, our main dining area... Accepts DinnerBooking gift card
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Salutorget – fancy Finnish cuisine with a lunch menu of the day. Whilst allergens aren’t marked on the menu, the staff are clued up and ready to help. It is very easily adaptable and a real up-market treat if you fancy.
Finnish restaurants show their class
Salutorget, on the north side of Helsinki's Market Square, occupies a former bank, an architectural treasure containing dark mahogany furnishings and ornate stained-glass windows. Photo: Young Rascal Inc/Salutorget
5 x Afternoon Tea – herkutteluhetki Helsingissä
Salutorgetissa on tarjolla perinteinen afternoon tea skonsseineen ja sormivoileipineen. Makeanhimon tyydyttävät omat hillot ja pikkumakeat. Skonssi on skotlantilaisperäinen teeleipä, ns.
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