Experience the Flavors of Finland at Viking Restaurant Harald

Established in 2008, Viking Restaurant Harald brings Finland's Viking heritage to life through food, decor and hospitality. The expansive two-story restaurant fuses modernity with medieval charm. Handcrafted furnishings, artifacts and fixtures transport diners to the age of warriors, mead halls and Norse mythology. Costumed servers stay true to character, answering to Old Norse names like Sigurd or Freya. An impressive collection of themed beverages includes unique house-brewed beers and warming drinks featuring foraged cloudberries. The essence of Finland resides on the menu featuring locally sourced ingredients like forest mushrooms, northern berries, root vegetables, fresh fish and wild game meats popular with early settlers of the region. With a repast fit for exploring seafarers and a designated play area to occupy youngsters, Viking Restaurant Harald entices visitors of all ages.

Trivia

• The hearty Kuninkaan Kestit multi-course tasting menu offers the royal treatment with an array of signature dishes and sides
• Quench your thirst with the exclusive house-brewed Harald Honey Beer featuring Finnish meadowsweet honey from local purveyors
• Fuel up on Finnish delicacies like reindeer, elk, smoked salmon and forest berries
• Diners seeking gluten-free, lactose-free or vegetarian options have no fear - the kitchen happily caters to special diets
• Kids receive their own newspaper activity sheet and access to a designated children's area - parents can dine in peace!
• Bring home a souvenir drinking horn, cookbook or t-shirt from the second floor gift shop
• Convenient central location near top Helsinki attractions like Senate Square, Cathedral and Market Square

Why Choose Viking Restaurant Harald

Immerse yourself in Helsinki’s Viking roots with a one-of-a-kind dining experience at Viking Restaurant Harald. First-rate hospitality, delectable dishes prepared with care and a stylish medieval setting provide an unforgettable atmosphere ideal for special occasions or everyday meals with a twist. Groups small and large will relish bench-style seating amid wooden tables strewn with fur throws transported from lands once traversed by Norse adventurers and traders. Costumed servers intrigue diners with tales from Finnish history over the clinking horns of mead. Kids delight at their very own specially-designed corner furnished with books, toys and activities. Adults find no shortage of tempting libations ranging from warming spiced wine to the namesake Harald honey beer brewed in-house.

Savor high quality traditional cuisine packed with local ingredients at affordable prices. Wild game meats like reindeer and elk appeal to carnivorous appetites while vegetarian, gluten-free and lactose-free selections satisfy special dietary needs. Finish on a sweet note with cardamom-infused Finnish rice pudding or try your luck with tar-flavored ice cream, an adventurous offering incorporating sap from native birch trees. With a flexible, ever-evolving menu rooted in simple preparation techniques true to Finland’s ancient culinary customs, Viking Restaurant Harald promises a fulfilling feast and fascinating glimpse into the country's history. Book your table today for an unforgettable dining experience accessible to foodies of all walks.

Reviews

This is truly something different. The food is amazing, very fresh tasting. Recommended for bigger groups.

If you ever visit Helsinki, you must visit this restaurant. Staff is very nice and polite. Food is delicious and restaurant decorated beautifully in Viking style.

From the forest mushroom soup to the roasted Muscovy duck, everything we tried from their menu (we were a table of 7) was ABSOLUTELY delicious!

Great medieval atmosphere. Menu has gluten-free, lactose-free and vegetarian options. Server explained all dishes and ingredients. Will definitely be back!