Best places to try Finnish food in the Jyväskylä Region

Finnish food is inspired by seasonality, nature, and local ingredients. Look for fish, game, root vegetables, mushrooms, and berries on the menu to experience the authentic local flavors. In the Jyväskylä Region, you can try Finnish cuisine in various restaurants and cafes.

Serviets placed at the tables in Sataman Viilu

Photo: Venla Kauppinen

À la carte

Dive into the world of local flavors in the region’s top à la carte restaurants offering Finnish cuisine.

Enjoy delicious food made from local and fresh ingredients at Harmooni and Verso in the Jyväskylä city centre. You can also dine at the idyllic Kuokkala Manor in Jyväskylä or at Restaurant Patapirtti in Jämsä.

With strong roots in Jyväskylä, the restaurants Kissanviikset , Sohwi and Pöllöwaari know what locals like. Or maybe you want to enjoy Finnish delicacies with a lake view at Viilu and Alba.

Get to know Nordic flavors at the Viking-themed restaurant Harald in the heart of Jyväskylä or at Bistro & Pub Hilpeä Hirvi in Jämsä.

At Hirvikartano in Jämsä, you can taste local delicacies and even kiss a moose—all in the same location. Please note that Hirvikartano may be closed to visitors for short periods throughout the year.

Many à la carte restaurants offer lunch during the weekdays.

Salad portions and drinking glasses at the cafe table.

Photo: Miriam’s Oy

Cafe & lunch

Looking for a place to enjoy a typical Finnish lunch or maybe some sweets made from local ingredients? Here are the top cafes and lunch restaurants in the region.

Cafe Valkoinen Puu at the Toivola Old Courtyard and Café Pullapiste offer traditional Finnish lunch from Monday to Friday in the Jyväskylä city centre. Cafe Satumaa offers homemade lunch in a cozy atmosphere in the centre of Keuruu.

A local favorite, Café Miriam’s offers freshly baked goods made from local ingredients. The café has a good variety of options for special diets and allergies. You can also enjoy a salad lunch from Monday to Friday.

What’s a better way to warm up than with freshly made soup and a hot cup of tea? Teeleidi in Jyväskylä serves soup lunch from Tuesday to Friday.

If you are looking for freshly baked bread made from local ingredients head to Jyväs Pakari.

Many à la carte restaurants offer lunch as well during the weekdays.

Photo: Hirvikartano

Charter Restaurants

Planning an event or a smaller gathering with family and friends in the Jyväskylä Region? Here are a few tips for charter restaurants offering Finnish delicacies for your event.

Enjoy delicious food and beautiful lake views at Savutuvan Apaja and Vehryt Nouka near Jyväskylä. Ränssin Kievari and Riihon Majatalo are idyllic locations in a peaceful countryside setting.

Get the whole experience at Hirvikartano, where you can pet a moose and enjoy local food. Tupaswilla offers the opportunity to relax in Finland’s largest smoke sauna, along with delicious menu options.