- 🕑 Today working hours: 11:30-00:00
Established in 2012, Nokka specializes in updating classic Finnish recipes using seasonal produce, wild game, fish, unusual grains, and foraged goods from small producers around the country. The restaurant resides in a historic brick warehouse in the scenic Katajanokka neighborhood with a view across Helsinki harbor. While the interior exudes casual elegance, the outdoor patio offers al fresco dining in the summer months.
Trivia
- 🦌 Known for game dishes like reindeer and elk
- 🌾 Emphasizes lesser-known Nordic grains
- 🍄 Uses wild Finnish mushrooms and berries
- 🐟 Sources Arctic char, vendace, herring from local waters
- 🏺 Offers tasting menu paired with natural wines
- ⭐ Former head chef opened own Michelin-starred restaurant
- 🥣 Started first as intimate soup lunch pop-up
Why Choose Ravintola Nokka
For diners keen to taste Finland's natural bounty, Nokka provides a journey across the landscape in every thoughtfully composed bite. Beyond the usual salmon and dill, dishes surprise with unexpected flavors like forest mushroom broth accented by emmer wheat berries or velvety reindeer carpaccio topped with tart lingonberries. While indulging in the rustic chic ambiance, patrons can gaze out upon 19th century ships along Helsinki's harbor as savor contemporary cuisine shaped by centuries of culinary traditions.
Best Food & Drinks
- Reindeer Tartare: Dressed with foraged lingonberries
- Root Vegetable Soup: Parsnip, beetroot, caraway rye croutons
- Pan-Fried Arctic Char: Buttery fish from local waters
- Porcini Potstickers: Stuffed with wild mushroom filling
- Cloudberry Parfait: Sweet tarts with birch ice cream
- House Aquavit: Caraway-infused Finnish spirit
- Natural Wine Pairings: Funky orange wines or bubbly pet-nats
Place Features
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Atmosphere:
- ✓ Casual
- ✓ Cosy
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Accepted Payment Methods:
- ✓ Accepts credit cards
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What offers?:
- ✓ Serves spirits
- ✓ Cocktails
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The Crowd:
- ✓ Good for groups
FAQs About Ravintola Nokka
Can you accommodate special diets?
Yes, our kitchen happily adjusts dishes to be vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free. Please inform your server of any dietary restrictions.
Do you offer takeaway or delivery orders?
Unfortunately no takeaway or delivery is available. We focus on providing the best fine dining experience served fresh in-house.
How often does the menu change?
Menus evolve with the seasons to feature the freshest regional ingredients. New dishes are introduced frequently while some classics remain.
Is this Finnish restaurant open now?
No, it is closed since Thursday, 23:00. This Finnish restaurant will re-open at Friday 11:30. Check opening hours
⏰ Opening Hours
The days and hours that Ravintola Nokka is open:
| Day | Working Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday May 13 | 17:00-23:00 |
| Tuesday May 14 | 17:00-23:00 |
| Wednesday May 15 | 17:00-23:00 |
| Thursday May 16 | 17:00-23:00 |
| Friday May 17 | 11:30-00:00 |
| Saturday May 18 | 17:00-00:00 |
| Sunday May 19 | Closed |
🚩Ravintola Nokka Contact
✉ Address: Kanavaranta 7 F, 00160 Helsinki, Finland 📍 map
✆ Phone: (896) 128-5600
🌍 Web Site: www.nokkahelsinki.fi
📍 Location
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