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Red wooden house that is a home to the Villa Lilla Restaurant from the outside while covered in a bit of snow.
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Extraordinary Places to Eat: Espoo’s Most Unique Restaurants

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Dining by the coast or in the middle of the woods? Espoo got it all! If you are the type of tourist who loves to explore destinations through delicious food, breathtaking views, and an unbeatable atmosphere, you have chosen the right place! 

Finland in miniature is the nickname that Espoo received, and it's 100% true. The destination, as well as the cuisine, covers from stunning seaside over fast city options to nature on a plate, served in the heart of the local Nuuksio National Park. What's more, these places are located in both typical and not-so-typical, yet still exceptional, locations.

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Villa Lilla Restaurant

A typical red wooden Finnish house is the home of Villa Lilla restaurant. The restaurant changes its menu every week, so you can keep exploring new fascinating combinations. Next to a full belly and satisfied taste buds, you may also take the most typical photo from Nordics - with the old wooden house!

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Red wooden house in a bit of snow cover that is a home to Villa Lilla Restaurant. The photo is taken from the outside and showcase the entry to the restaurant.
Photo: Visit Espoo / Kathrin Deter

Restaurant Haltia 

If you are a nature lover or seeking enhancement for your well-being from nature. Restaurant Haltia is your place to be! The famous' nature on a plate' lunch just tells it all without any extra explanation needed. Besides that, the location is perfect if you want to slow down, reconnect with local nature, or maybe try out Wine in the Woods - a wine tasting experience organized in the forest!

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Restaurant Haltia interier with buffer table and terrasse in distance

Restaurant Lucy in the Sky 

All rooftop view hunters are more than welcome to enjoy coastal cuisine, literally, in the sky! Restaurant Lucy in the Sky offers stunning views of Espoo and Helsinki's neighborhoods, complemented by honest, delicious food that embodies the restaurant's signature and unique style.

Tip from us - come to enjoy a drink or dinner during the sunset 'golden' hour!

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Rooftop Restaurant view
Photo: Visit Espoo / Antti Rastivo

Hero Image: Visit Espoo / Kathrin Deter