Tallinn: Food and History Walking Tour
Discover the vibrant culinary scene of Tallinn on a guided foodie walking tour. Enjoy 6/7 food and drink stops throughout the Old Town and Kalamaja quarter.
What to order at Vesta
- Must order
- Whatever the counter sends; the menu is intuitive and changes with what arrives at the door.
- Signature dishes
- Seafood ceviche, Daily counter menu
- Editor tip
- Closed Sunday and Monday. Sit at the counter to watch the kitchen work.
CuisineModern European
Price€€€
Neighborhoodkalamaja
HoursTue-Thu 17:00-23:00; Fri-Sat 17:00-00:00; Sun-Mon closed
Phone+372 5353 3576
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Signature dishes: Seafood ceviche, Daily counter menu
Must order: Whatever the counter sends; the menu is intuitive and changes with what arrives at the door.
Tip: Closed Sunday and Monday. Sit at the counter to watch the kitchen work.
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