Where To Eat in Rovaniemi

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Restaurants in Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi offers a wide choice when it comes to food. It goes from snack options to a tasty evening out. Find your favourite option from this list!

Arctic restaurant

The Arctic restaurant serves Arctic Flavours such as wild berries, herbs and vegetables from the Forest and fish and seafood from the Lappish lakes and the Arctic Ocean. Seasonal ingredients are used in the kitchenmenu, which is changing every season.

articboulevard@articlighthotel.fi
+358 20 171 0100
Valtakatu 18, 96200 Rovaniemi

Gustav Kitchen & Bar

Gustav Kitchen & Bar opened in August 2020 their doors for customers and describes their kitchen to be food that is prepared with simple but high-quality ingredients is fashionable, always and everywhere. You can pay a visit for the restaurant, but it’s also possible to take a seat at the bar and treat yourself with a drink such as their unique cocktails or a glass of wine.

info@gustavkitchenbar.fi

+358 40 0421 244
Koskikatu 12, 96200 Rovaniemi

Himo

This is Finland’s northernmost restaurant that is specialized in Asian flavours and sushi, you can choose between the grand selection of sushis, woks, dimsums, soups and springrolls. At Himo, you can eat at the restaurant or just order take away.

myynti@ravintolahimo.fi
+358 40 508 8282
Valtakatu 23, 96200 Rovaniemi

Käyrämön keidas

Käyrämön keidas, also known as Panda Restaurant, is Finland’s northernmost Chinese restaurant where you have choices from Chinese food to Lappish food. The food is served a la carte, or as lunch. If you come with a bigger group, a buffet table will be provided.

contact@pandakeidas.com
+358 40 035 0735
Sodankyläntie 6789, 97540 Tiainen

Aitta restaurant – apukka resort

In the past, Apukka was a breadbasket that included rich fishing waters and a forest full with mushrooms and berries. Now, restaurant Aitto wants to keep this old tradition alive and is serving the typical Nordic cuisine and only use local produced ingredients. A stone fireplace with oven is located in the middle of the restaurant, which creates a cosy environment to cater up 200 persons.

sales@apukkarestort.fi
+358 29 370 0269
Tutkijantie 28, 96900 Rovaniemi

Amarillo

Amarillo describes themselves as a uncomplicated and bold Mexican-style environment to have some food, drinks and a relaxed party atmosphere. The location is found at the Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna on Koskikatu.

Vaakuna.rovaniemi@sokoshotels.fi
+358 44 405 0211
Koskikatu 4, 96200 Rovaniemi

Arktikum café and restaurant

The place you have to be if you are discovering the exhibitions or events in Arktikum itself. In the Arktikum café, you can relax and choose between a selection of specialty coffees and sweet delicacies. A lunch buffet with local ingredients is offered during the week from 11h until 14h. The location is also available for meetings, private events or seminars.

sales@arktikum.fi
+358 16 322 3260
Pohjoisranta 4, 96200 Rovaniemi

Bull bar & grill

An American decorated bar & grill in the city centre of Rovaniemi will serve you cool drinks, hot ribs or burgers and good music.

hotel@cityhotel.fi
+358 16 33 00 455
Pekankatu 9, 96200 Rovaniemi
www.bullbar.fi

Buusti lounge & deli

Next to the bowling alley of Santasport, you can find Buusti lounge & deli, which offers different options for a daily lunch or some snacks. Choices can variate from salads, to burgers, or a soup or sandwich. The perfect option if you are doing with a day of sports.

info@santasport.fi
+358 20 798 4202
Hiihtomajantie 2, 96400 Rovaniemi
www.santasport.fi

Café & bar 21

Located in the city centre, Café & Bar 21 can be seen as a relax coffee place, but also as a Cocktail Bar for a relaxing evening. They offer sweet waffles, big salads, ice-creams or a wine and cocktail list. Customers can use the iPad for free at the place.

info@cafebar21.fi
+358 40 811 7037
Rovakatu 21, 96200 Rovaniemi
www.cafebar21.fi

Café Rovaniemi

A typical Finnish cafe where you can get yourself some coffee and also serves salads, toasts, soups and rolls, but also an option for lunch. The food is mainly vegetarian or vegan den completely gluten free.

caferovaniemi@gmail.com
+358 45 116 2829
Rovakatu 26, 96200 Rovaniemi
www.caferovaniemi.net

Christmas house restaurant & coffee bar

After a visit to the Village of Santa Claus, you can have some drinks and food at the Christmas house restaurant & coffee bar!

restaurant@schv.fi
+358 400 306 718
Tähtikuja 2, 96930 Napapiiri
www.santaclausholidayvillage.fi

Frans & chérie bistro

A French orientated bistro that offers food a la carte or lunch, but you also just go for drinks at the bar. They provide the opportunity to have dinner or meetings for bigger groups.

+358 44 4050 216
Koskikatu 4, 96200 Rovaniemi
www.raflaamo.fi

Glass Resort restaurant

This unique construction is inspired by the kota, a teepee-shaped hut used by the indigenous Sámi population of Lapland. The focus of the Glass Resort Restaurant is on the Lappish authentic food culture, the reindeer meat comes from the local herder in Muonio and berries come from Lapland forests. The nature produces its distinct qualities: pure flavour and excellent nutritional value.

sales@glassresort.fi
+358 40 159 4444
Tähtikuja 16, 96930 Rovaniemi

Gustav Kitchen & Bar

Gustav Kitchen & Bar opened in August 2020 their doors for customers and describes their kitchen to be food that is prepared with simple but high-quality ingredients is fashionable, always and everywhere. You can pay a visit for the restaurant, but it’s also possible to take a seat at the bar and treat yourself with a drink such as their unique cocktails or a glass of wine.

info@gustavkitchenbar.fi

+358 40 0421 244
Koskikatu 12, 96200 Rovaniemi

Himo

This is Finland’s northernmost restaurant that is specialized in Asian flavours and sushi, you can choose between the grand selection of sushis, woks, dimsums, soups and springrolls. At Himo, you can eat at the restaurant or just order take away.

myynti@ravintolahimo.fi
+358 40 508 8282
Valtakatu 23, 96200 Rovaniemi

Käyrämön keidas

Käyrämön keidas, also known as Panda Restaurant, is Finland’s northernmost Chinese restaurant where you have choices from Chinese food to Lappish food. The food is served a la carte, or as lunch. If you come with a bigger group, a buffet table will be provided.

contact@pandakeidas.com
+358 40 035 0735
Sodankyläntie 6789, 97540 Tiainen

Kesärafla sauna

This is the summer restaurant in Rovaniemi, where you can find tasty foods from charcoal grill and order some refreshing drinks. Optional to bathe in the traditional Finnish sauna and take a dip in the river located beside the Kemijoki river. It is available from mid-June until mid-August.

ounasvaarachalets@laplandhotels.com
+358 40 374 2696
Pallarintie 17, 96600 Rovaniemi

 

Korundi kitchen & café

Besides being the House of Culture, Korundi also prevides a fresh lunch restaurant, where you can enjoy a fresh culture buffet during weekdays or have a beverage at the art café.

sales@korundi.fi
+358 16 322 2822
Lapinkävijäntie 4, 96100 Rovaniemi

 

Hostel Café Koti

The café that is located in the city centre of Rovaniemi, is known for their big windows that makes the place full of light, even during the darkest months of the year. You have the option to grab some breakfast, brunch or even go for a tasty lunch.

+358 44 7961333
Valtakatu 21, 96200 Rovaniemi

Lapland restaurant Kotahovi

Located at Santa Claus Village, you can find this Lappish-style restaurant that is owned by the Körkkö family, a reindeer herder family that has been active since the 19th century. The name Kota, is referring to the Finnish name for this construction of a Lappish hut. The restaurant offers 40 seats and serve typical Finnish and Lappish dishes in a more modern kitchen.

contact@laplandrestaurant.fi
+358 40 833 9818
Joulumaantie, 96930 Rovaniemi

Monte Rosa

You can find Monte Rosa in the Arctic City Hotel and have a relax time to taste the Arctic cuisine that offers fine local flavors spiced up with an international touch.

monterosa@cityhotel.fi
+358 16 330 0400
Pekankatu 9, 96200 Rovaniemi

Restaurant Nabo

Restaurant Nabo is leading the way towards zero-waste. The menu changes with the season and they emphasize vegetarian and seasonality food, truly highlights sustainability in every process. The interior design is described as: reuses and recycles building’s old decoration. Even the shirts of the employees shirts are from Pure Waste’s (Finish clothing that uses material that would go waste). When they buy their products, they always purchase from farmers with same values, prefer small business owners.

info@restaurantnabo.fi
+358 20 730 4720
Valtakatu 21, 96200 Rovaniemi
www.restaurantnabo.fi

Nest

Restaurant Nest is the little sister of Restaurant Nili. Nest is unique for his delicious buffet menu that is served in a wooden boat, including a broad option between crispy delicacies of Lapland and the Ocean.

restaruant@nili.fi
+358 400 369 669
Valtakatu 23, 96200 Rovaniemi

 

Nova Skyland hotel and restaurant

Nova Skyland serves their customers a combination between Lappish and Asian plates combined with local ingredients. Depending on the season, they sometimes offer specialities, such as bear filet.

restaurant@novaskyland.com
+358 40 560 3809
Tähtikuja 6, 96300 Arctic Circle

www.novaskylandrestaurant.com

 

Nili

Restaurant Nili is a family owned restaurant that offers typical Lappish flavors prepared from fresh Arctic ingredients. Also the furnishing, Lappish wood, reindeer horns and reindeer leather is Lappish handicraft. In 2012, Nili was rewarded by the best Taste of Finland restaurant and as the best restaurant in Rovaniemi by Trip Advisor.

restaruant@nili.fi
+358 400 369 669
Valtakatu 23, 96200 Rovaniemi

Pohjanhovi

Restaurant Pohjanhovi offers you an à la carte option wih Lappish specialities and european food while you are looking at the Kemijoki river from the windows.

pohjanhovi@scandichotels.com
+358 16 465 4014
Pohjanpuistikko 2, 96200 Rovaniemi

 

Rakas restaurant & bar

Rakas restaurant & bar is found in the Arctic TreeHouse Hotel and has a Scandinavian Bistro menu that consists of local cuisine of Lapland but also continental cuisine.

rakas@rakasrestaurant.com
+358 50 517 6909
Tarvantie 3, 96930 Arctic Circle
www.rakasrestaurant.com

 

Restaurant bord

Located in Scandic Rovaniemi, you can enjoy a meal in Restaurant Bord, on the menu you can choose Nordic local and classics, casual street food. However, when the season is changing, the menu is changing along with it to offer the ingredients and flavors of that season.

rovaniemicity@scandichotels.com
+358 16 460 6000
Koskikatu 23, 96200 Rovaniemi
www.scandichotels.com

 

Roka

Roka is offering combination food with origins from the United Sates, Italy and Finnish Lapland, served in a bistro-style and street food. The place is located in the heart of Rovaniemi and offers place for 25 seats. They propose to give a costumer the best of both worlds: delicious and unique dishes that will tantalize your taste buds and fill your tummy.

+358 50 311 6411
Ainonkatu 3LH2, 96200 Rovaniemi
ravintolaroka.fi

 

Roka kitchen & wine bar

In Roka kitchen & wine bar you can treat yourself with a cuisine of Northern Finland mixed with European flavours, together with a glass of wine or a cocktail.

info@rokawinebar.fi
+358 50 301 2288
Koskikatu 8, 96200 Rovaniemi

 

Rosso

Italian kitchen in served in Ristorante Rosso to offer the typical italian pizza, steak meals and pasta. Also people with special diets will find something suitable to their wishes.

+358 44 788 5751
Maakuntakatu 30, 96200 Rovaniemi
www.raflaamo.fi

 

Saigon noodle bar

Behind the Saigon Noodle Bar, you will find a group of student entrepreneurs who offer a fresh, green, authentic saigon taste. They offer a wide option of noodles, but also handmade bubble tea or milk tea.

Saigonnoodlebar26@gmail.com
+358 46 954 8568
Rovakatu 26, 96200 Rovaniemi

 

Santa’s igloos arctic circle restaurant arctic eye

Located in the arctic circle, santa’s igloos offers you an opportunity to explore the pure flavours of Finnish Lapland, combined with spicy nuances of the Orient.

Arctic.circle@santashotels.fi
+358 400 102 181
Joulumaankuja 8, 96930 Arctic Circle

 

Santa’s pizza & burger

If you are looking for a fast food restaurant that is selling delicious pizzas and special recipe hamburgers, you can choose to have a meal at Santa’s pizza & burger. Or choose a dessert such as vodka ice-cream for adults.

info@santaspizzaburger.fi
+358 50 320 1241
Pukinpolku 6, 96930 Napapiiri

 

Sky kitchen & view

With a beautfiul panoramic view, Lapland Hotel presents Sky kitchen & view, serving culinary pleasures. They are famous for being one of the best restaurants in entire Finland.

kitchensky@laplandhotels.com
+358 16 323 400
Juhannuskalliontie, 96400 Rovaniemi
www.laplandhotels.com

Snowman World Ice Restaurant

If you are looking for having a meal on a unique location, check out Snowland Restaurant with a capacity of 26 persons. They offer bowls of delicious hot soup, or exotic cuisine with taste experiences of Snowland’s unique menu.

sales@snowland.fi
+358 40 762 5744
Kajaanintie 1, 96400 Rovaniemi
www.snowland.fi

 

Three elves restaurant (santa claus village)

If you find yourself visiting Santa Claus village, you can pay a visit to the Three elves restaurant to taste the Lappish cuisine.

threeelves@schv.fi
+358 40 750 3891
Tähtikuja 2, 96930 Napapiiri
www.santaclousholidayvillage.fi

 

Thulia

Local Lappish dishes are served in Restaurant Thulia, where you can enjoy your meal next to an open fireplace which creates a cosy and unique environment.

ounasvaarachalets@laplandhotels.com
+358 16 323 4100
Antinmukka 4, 96600 Rovaniemi

Tsar

The Russion cuisine is presented in Restaurant Star, with a unique decorated milieu, hospitality and high quality food to experience a unique moment. The long term owners behind the restaurants are Anne Tainio, Poolo Huttunen and Sakke Tainio.

+358 40 060 6847
Valtakatu 23, 96200 Rovaniemi
www.ravintolatsar.fi

 

Valdemari

Throughout the year, Valdemari is a local restaurant that can welcome 200 guests in the restaurant or 300 on the summer terrace. It is a good place to be when it is midsummer time when they are organizing live outdoor music or open-air theater. The location is near the riverside and provides buffet with local delicacies.

info@valdemari.fi
+358 40 727 2754
Jäämerentie 9, 96200 Rovaniemi

Yuca

If you are in a Mexican mood, don’t hesitate too long and pay a visit to Yuca, a small business and authentic restaurant located in the city centre. Since 2017, a chef and from Tulum in Mexico started offering unique and typical Mexican flavours.

info@yuca.fi
+358 400 998 754
Rovakatu 21, 96200 Rovaniemi

 

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