Helsinki

Vegetarian friends, here's an address to cherish! In the heart of Helsinki, a stone's throw from the Esplanade, this little restaurant serves up succulent, spicy vegetable dishes every day of the week, for a culinary journey you'll come away delighted with. The menu changes daily, and the friendly owner takes the time to explain what each dish consists of on the hearty plate that awaits you. Everyone then settles into one of the two small, cosy rooms for a lunch on the go that's well worth the detour.

The Hakaniemi market hall, in the heart of the Kallio district, is THE place to go for fresh, high-quality produce (meat, fish, fruit and vegetables), Finnish specialties, a cup of coffee or, if you feel like it, a gift from a local craftsman (upstairs). So, without hurrying or stressing, take your time to explore the aisles of this authentic, local indoor market, which makes you want to taste and buy everything!

Are you looking for vegan cuisine fused with Asian recipes? If so, head straight for Loving Hut! We're proudly vegan, and it shows right down to the plate. The culinary delights on offer (eat-in, takeaway or delivery) include fried rice, recipes in which tofu reigns supreme, Pho, eggplant, as well as beautiful curries guaranteed to be multi-colored (thanks to the presence of vegetables). Special mention for the Pad Thaï, as generous as it is delicious!

Want to eat delicious vegan food in Helsinki without sacrificing quality? If so, head to L'Hippopotame Vert! This local chain (which has three locations in the capital) offers a fine selection of dishes, whether for lunch, breakfast or dinner. Choose from tofu bowls, avocado pasta, an epic kale dish or beet hummus toast. In the evening, you can compose your own customized menu from the à la carte menu.

Created by Akseli Herlevi (the first Finnish chef to win the Top Chef cooking show), the Naughty BRGR chain (for Burger, of course) has found its place in the hearts of the public! With quality products, rather sophisticated burgers (with Indian, Cuban and halloumi variations) and an improbable range of fries (five different types: there's even a variant with truffled mayonnaise), the results are more than good, for a price that's not exorbitant in Helsinki. In short: we recommend it!

Just a stone's throw from Helsinki Central Station, upstairs at the crossroads of two streets, this is a great place to enjoy a good burger without the hassle! The menu offers a fine selection of beef and chicken burgers, as well as four rare vegetarian options (and more anecdotal salads). For those who are really, really hungry, it's possible to indulge in "combos" from which you may find it hard to recover! An address much frequented by locals, friends and family alike: a guarantee of quality!