Found this restaurant and it was distinctly average. nothing to complain about, but then nothing to make you want to go back either. Fairly basic.

This place is a must if you like traditional food from Finland and Scandinavia. You are also surrounded by interesting paintings on the wall and the interior like stepping back in time. Try for example the mixed fish platter and you are introduced to typical food from the Nordic countries. The resturant is not in downtown but it is only... More

Ok, I love Mika Waltari and perhaps during his time, the food was great but now ... it was indeed disappointing last night when I sampled their pike perch and lamb shoulder dishes (Seahorse does an infinitely better job at cheaper prices!). The lamb portion as a main dish could not satiate an appetite of a 55kg person who would've... More

Place where Finnish artists (e.g. author Mika Waltari) used to dine and having no money pay their meals with their works. Traditional Finnish treats. Lunch a good bargain.

A hidden place in Helsinki. Beautiful interior from 1930's. And the food - just amazing. Friendly, knowledging staff. I recommend the long cooked lamb:-)

A very nice Finnish restaurant with a classy interior and service, and more importantly, very good food. I took a lamb neck and it was delicious. Others ordered fish dishes and kept praising them all the time. The liver was right on, as attested by our food specialist. The creme bruelle was also fantastic. One of the best spots so... More

Elite is one of the most traditional restaurants in Helsinki and for a good reason: the atmosphere is great, food is delicious and the staff extremely nice! Would recommend this for anybody visiting Helsinki!

Elite provides always very good food. The place is one of the rare places which haven't been destroyed by ready-made mail order interiors. Occasional artists can be paparazzied at times.

Tauno Palo style steak is from heaven, worth of tasting!