Helsinki: A Food Lover’s Guided Walk with a Local
Stroll through bustling markets, visit authentic food spots, and taste traditional dishes. From street food to treats, this tour will introduce you to the culinary her...
CuisineJapanese
Price€€
Neighborhoodpunavuori
HoursTue-Fri 11:00-15:00, 17:00-20:00; Sat 12:00-20:00
Phone+358449615735
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Why locals love it: A six-seat Japanese counter in Punavuori serving a short menu of clean, umami-led rice bowls and soups, easy to walk past and hard to book.
Tip: Walk-ins at lunch, bookings for the dinner sets; with only six seats it fills fast, so plan around it.
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Location
Address: Uudenmaankatu 13, 00120 Helsinki
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