Helsinki
The Best Vegetarian Spots in Helsinki
Your guide to finding the best vegetarian meals in Helsinki.
Helsinki's restaurant scene includes many options for plant-based cuisine to choose from. In this curated guide, we highlight some of the best vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Helsinki, each one recommended by World of Mouth experts, like Helena Puolakka, Niklas Ekstedt, and David J Constable. From the zero-waste restaurant Nolla to the vibrant and colorful cuisine at Restaurant Yes Yes Yes and the Michelin-starred restaurant Demo, these places promise the greatest vegetarian and vegan meals in the city. Whether you're a local or a visitor, these are the best spots in town for vegetarian food.
Ravintola Nolla
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Fredrikinkatu 22
Fredrikinkatu 22, 00120 Helsinki, Finland
Ravintola Nolla in Helsinki follows a zero-waste approach and has its own on-site microbrewery. The team works with seasonal ingredients in a relaxed setting, creating playful combinations without being fussy. Their focus on sustainability makes it a welcoming spot for anyone looking for good food and a cheerful atmosphere.
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Casual zero waste restaurant, seasonal bistro food and microbrewery.A casual restaurant based on zero waste. It's been around for nearly five years now. The exciting thing is that they are still there. I pay huge respect to the owners of Nolla that they were ahead of their time when they opened the restaurant. They serve bistro food, simple and very seasonal. And the zero-waste thinking is always there. They brew their own beer on-site. The service is exquisite, really friendly. Always a nice place to go.
Canvas Canteen
Pursimiehenkatu 21
Pursimiehenkatu 21, 00150 Helsinki, Finland
Canvas Canteen sits in a corner of a 150-year-old pink building in Helsinki, offering a small and cozy space for weekday lunches and private dinners. They serve a daily changing menu built around fresh, seasonal ingredients in an open kitchen. The setting feels more like a welcoming home than a traditional restaurant, keeping things simple and relaxed.
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Canvas is located in Punavuori, Helsinki, in the corner of a 150-year-old building. The restaurant offers daily changing dishes and drinks from lunch to late afternoon, all set in a small and homey setting. On the menu you’ll find simple dishes, built on seasonal and high-quality products, “the whole world as a source of inspiration,” as they say. Expect fresh, vibrant salads, lamb neck and lentils, homemade pies and Nordic fruit/berry-based desserts.
Restaurant Demo
Itämerenkatu 25
Itämerenkatu 25, Helsinki, 00180, Finland
Restaurant Demo in Helsinki has maintained its Michelin star for over 16 years, offering a relaxed and intimate atmosphere with a modern French influence. The restaurant features a carefully chosen wine cellar and attentive service. Its long-standing reputation continues to draw diners seeking quality and consistency.
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A Helsinki Michelin-star-classic with an understated bohemian contemporary cool ambiance. (Only) tasting menus with a creative modern French tone. Excellent wine list and pairing choices.
Restaurant Chéri
Eteläesplanadi 22
Eteläesplanadi 22, 00130 Helsinki, Finland
Restaurant Chéri in Helsinki offers an imaginative, contemporary take on French-style dining, with vegetarian, fish, and meat options. Its bright two-floor setting and large windows create a comfortable backdrop for casual meetups or lively evenings. Drawing on the spirit of its vegetarian roots, the restaurant brings fresh ideas while keeping the atmosphere relaxed and welcoming.
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Vegetary fun A vegetary focused novelty by the founders of the pioneering vegetarian restaurant YesYesYes - except that Cheri also serves some fish and meat. An imaginative contemporary cuisine. If you like a ”Sex and the City” - ladies night out, this casual institution in two stories and large windows right to the center of Helsinki might appeal you.
Ravintola Nolita
Kankurinkatu 6
Kankurinkatu 6, 00150 Helsinki, Finland
Nolita is a neighborhood restaurant in Helsinki run by a team with diverse backgrounds from Nolla and Elm. It has a cozy setting and a laid-back feel, making it a comfortable spot at any time of day. Occasional pop-up events add a bit of variety, bringing both locals and visitors back to see what’s new.
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Restaurant Bona Fide
Vironkatu 8
Vironkatu 8, 00170 Helsinki, Finland
Restaurant Bona Fide is a small, cozy place in Helsinki that highlights fresh, modern Finnish cooking with a focus on sustainably sourced fish and vegetables. The menu evolves often to make use of local, seasonal ingredients, and there’s a thoughtfully chosen list of mostly natural wines. The atmosphere is laid-back and welcoming, making it a comfortable spot for a relaxed meal.
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Small and cosey Helsinki restaurant with a tight-knit menu, usually a main course centred around fish and the catch of the day. Chefs are Ilpo Vainonen and Eeli Kaasinen. Set course suggested with extras and cheese available. Plus lots of Nordic berries. Excellent wine list, complied by the sommelier Johan Borgar, with good natural wines and a very affordable and competitively priced champagne list.
Mei Lin Sichuan Restaurant
Annankatu 29
Annankatu 29, 00100 Helsinki, Finland
Mei Lin Sichuan & Vegetarian Restaurant in Helsinki serves a range of authentic Sichuan specialties alongside vegetarian options. The staff’s warm approach and genuine interest in helping you choose what to eat make the experience relaxed and welcoming. It’s a good spot if you’re looking for flavorful, comforting food in the city.
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Great authentic taste. True value for money. Ask for recommendations. Small clean setup for approximately 20 customers.
Restaurant Yes Yes Yes
Iso Roobertinkatu 1
Iso Roobertinkatu 1, 00120 Helsinki, Finland
Restaurant Yes Yes Yes is a bustling vegetarian spot in Helsinki, known for its lively bar atmosphere and ever-changing menu. The team uses fresh, local ingredients to create plant-based options that aren’t tied to any single cuisine. It’s a relaxed place where everything is made from scratch and everyone can feel welcome.
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Had a great vegetarian food experience at Yes Yes Yes!When you think of vegetarian restaurants you might not think of Finland. Neither did I and on my trip to the Finnish capital. We were shooting a series all about meat and fire so when I asked my friend in Helsinki if there were any vegetarian restaurants he said yes yes yes. And after enjoying a couple of days of great Finnish meat and dairy products it was very refreshing having a great vegetarian food experience at Yes Yes Yes.
Albina Ravintola & Viinibaari
Aleksis Kiven katu 23
Aleksis Kiven katu 23, 00510 Helsinki, Finland
Albina Restaurant & Wine Bar is a casual Italian-French bistro set in Helsinki’s old red brick industrial area, led by chef Teemu Aura and his team. They use local ingredients and keep a relaxed atmosphere, offering a broad selection of interesting wines from Italian and French producers. It’s a comfortable spot to enjoy honest cooking and the neighborhood’s unique setting.
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Casual Italian French bistro using local ingredients, located in an old red brick industrial area. An Italian French casual bistro using local ingredients - created by much liked chef Teemu Aura and his team. Lovely relaxed ambience in the middle of an old red brick industrial area. Extensive wine list consisting of less known but interesting Italian and French producers.
Ravintola Maukku
Hämeentie 26, 00530 Helsinki, Finland
Ravintola Maukku in Helsinki offers a playful take on modern French-influenced cooking with a laid-back, welcoming vibe. Guests can pick from ever-changing menus or an à la carte list, and there’s a well-stocked wine cellar to explore downstairs. It’s a relaxed place to share a meal at your own pace and enjoy the friendly atmosphere.
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