Gusto (Toompuiestee 8, Tallinn) – this is a modestly-sized family restaurant in Hirvepark at the foot of Toompea Hill — within a stone’s throw from Tall Hermann tower and Liberty Square. Diners can discover its Italian-inspired food and the best of local seasonal culinary delights. During the Summer, Gusto’s terrace cafe offers patrons a meal […]
Golden Dragon (Pikk 37, Old Town, Tallinn) — a long-time favorite of classic Chinese food fans, this welcoming Old Town cellar restaurant offers well over 200 different dishes, from the tangy spring rolls to the fried banana desserts. The interior is just as much a draw as the food. Traditional lanterns, decorated porcelain and soothing […]
Fahle (Tartu mnt 84a, Tallinn) — this respected, gourmet establishment in an old, reclaimed industrial building, is certainly an interesting find. Both its café and restaurant sections offer full meals including salads, soups and pastas, but the restaurant’s fish dishes are worth seeking out. Fahle also prepares its own cakes and pastries, and even has […]
Controvento (Vene 12, Old Town, Tallinn) — this restaurant is located halfway down the famous St Catherine´s Passage in the heart of Tallinn’s Medieval Latin Quarter. It’s long been known in Tallinn for its tasty, traditional Italian food (ranging from linguine alla diavola, to filetto ai porcini freschi) served up in unforgettably charming, centuries-old dining […]
Cha Dao (Suur-Patarei 2, Tallinn) — Cha Dao is a Chinese tea house and restaurant, where you can enjoy a variety of tea and dim sum appetizers, steamed dumplings, bao zi fluffy buns, fried squid, marble eggs and various spring rolls, as well as a traditional Gong Fu Cha tea ceremony. Pork in sweet and sour […]
Café Pushkin (Mere pst 5, Tallinn) — named after Russia’s greatest literary icon, this elegant café/restaurant serves up Russian cuisine that’s more geared towards locals than to the tourist market — from pelmeni (dumplings), to bliny (pancakes), and main courses like cutlets and fillets. During the weekends, there’s even live accordion and piano music.
Bollywood (Pikk 31, Old Town, Tallinn) – Bollywood is a new unique restaurant-lounge, offering a variety of Asian cuisine in the heart of Tallinn’s medieval Old Town. A prime selection of Indian, Thai and Chinese dishes can be enjoyed in a cosy interior with relaxing music and attentive service. Restaurant Bollywood is a melting […]
Statholdergaarden (Rådhusgaten 11, Oslo) — each day chefs Bent Stiansen and Torbjørn Forster create a six-course gourmet menu full of surprises. The menu varies according to the time of the year and they pride themselves on using Norwegian produce when it is at its best. The set menu includes three starters, usually fish and/or shellfish, […]
Sosialen (Møllergata 13, Oslo) – this upscale restaurant’s menu is dominated by Norwegian dishes and ingredients. Every day from 3 pm until 5 pm you can get a daily special for NOK 100. The restaurant closes at 10 pm, but the bar stays open later. In the evenings jazz trios, small bands and other happenings […]
Som Tam Thai Restaurant (Vogts Gate 64, Oslo) — Genuine Thai restaurant with food made by Thai chefs. The food can be enjoyed in the restaurant or as takeaway. In summer the restaurant has outdoor tables, and the food can also be catered. Som Tam is located on the ground floor of “The Culture Castle” […]