Summer cafés and restaurants in the Jyväskylä Region
Jyväskylä Region is beautiful in the summertime, and what is better than to enjoy a delicious lunch, dinner or a cup of coffee at the best summer cafés and restaurants in the region? Check out the various summer selections below, from the authentic country atmosphere to the refreshing cityscapes, fall in love with the garden atmosphere, enjoy the summer breeze by the waters, admire the authenticity of the rustic places or find some purchases during a coffee break!
Experience the authentic countryside
Marjoniementila
You can find a unique and idyllic atmosphere at Marjoniementila in Uurainen. In the Old Vicarage’s summer café, dating back to the 19th century, delightful homemade pastries and Pappila lemonade, among other hot beverages, are served. You can also spend a beautiful summer day with charming Icelandic horses or kayaking on Lake Sääkspää.
Address: Marjoniementie 91, 41230 Uurainen
Read more about Marjoniementila.
Haanpää Summer Café
Haanpää Summer Café is a cozy spot where you can enjoy a coffee break surrounded by alpacas and sheep. The café offers pastries, burgers, and hot drinks. Various alpaca products and cards are also available for purchase.
Address: Painaantie 60, 41800 Korpilahti
Read more about Haanpää Summer Café.
Café Meijerinliiteri
At Café Meijerinliiteri in Joutsa, you can enjoy rhubarb juice made from local ingredients, fresh coffee, and seasonal pastries. Besides dining, you can relish the tranquility of the countryside.
Address: Kangasniementie 1052, 19650 Joutsa
Find more info about Cafe Meijerinliiteri.
Navettaravintola (Barn Restaurant)
Navettaravintola is part of the charming Varjola travel Resort, located in Laukaa. The summer restaurant serves food made from ingredients sourced from local producers, and it also operates as a café.
Address: Vilppulantie 51, 41370 Kuusa
Read more about Navettaravintola.
Letkaliiteri
In the beautiful summer café at Letkaliiteri, you can enjoy a delightful countryside atmosphere. Besides the summer café, there is a dance floor, and you can also buy local products.
Address: Koskelantie 56, 41710 Rutalahti
Read more about Letkaliiteri.
Café Amalia
At Cafe Amalia, located within the Rautio organic strawberry farm, you can enjoy homemade delicacies in a stunning rural setting that is over a hundred years old.
Address: Rautionmäentie 506, 44280 Äänekoski
Learn more about Café Amalia.
Admire the views in the city
Hotel Alba
The Lake view restaurant at Hotel Alba offers a rich selection of flavours from both their lunch and à la carte menu. Sit back, relax and enjoy the breathtaking lake scenery of Jyväsjärvi from their beautiful summer terrace.
Address: Ahlmaninkatu 4, 40100 Jyväskylä
Read more about Hotel Alba.
Vesilinna
Stop around for coffee from Harju’s jogging trails, have lunch, or enjoy dinner in good company in the cozy café-restaurant Vesilinna. The almost 100-seat terrace of the magnificent landscape restaurant offers the best setting to admire the beautiful Jyväskylä above the rooftops!
Address: Ihantolantie 5, 40720 Jyväskylä
Read more about Vesilinna.
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At Teeleidi, you can savor top-quality tea in a cozy setting. While tasting tea, you can also sample pastries available in the shop. Cafe Miriam’s offers fresh salad lunches, and the patisserie provides pastries and coffee. At Bistro Kirkkopuisto, you can enjoy a coffee break from morning to evening. The bistro’s light roast coffee and pastries ensure a delightful treat, and there’s also a lunch option available.
Fall in love with idyllic garden atmosphere
Harmooni
You can enjoy Harmooni’s summer menu on the restaurant’s terrace or in the cellar restaurant. In the summer, it is also possible to enjoy garden brunches on the terrace. The terrace can be rented for private use.
Address: Hannikaisenkatu 39, 40100 Jyväskylä
Read more about Harmooni.
Perttula Café
Perttula Café is located at rustic Perttula farm in Laukaa, where you can experience long traditions and interesting history. Have coffee, tea, sweet and salty treats in their café, or order a picnic basket filled with delicacies in advance which can be enjoyed in their beautiful garden, on the beach, or any other place you would like. The café also offers sauna experiences and sauna menus.
Address: Vaajakoskentie 113, 41310 Leppävesi, Laukaa
Read more about Perttula Café.
Villa Rana
Located in the beautiful Seminaarinmäki campus area of Jyväskylä, the culture house Villa Rana includes a restaurant where you can find sweet and savory pastries as well as cold and hot drinks. You can also enjoy the delicacies of the café on the terrace, which overlooks the Botanical Garden of the University of Jyväskylä.
Address: Seminaarinkatu 13, Jyväskylä
Read more about Villa Rana. (In Finnish)
Pappila’s Barn Café
Grab a blanket and delicious sweet or savory café treats from the café, and head to Pappila’s Barn Café’s park-like yard for a picnic.
Address: Kangasmannilantie 2, 42700 Keuruu
Read more about Pappila’s Barn Café.
Enjoy the summer breeze by the waters
Sataman Viilu
Located in Jyväskylä’s Lutakko harbor, the restaurant Sataman Viilu offers a stunning lakeside view, providing a great setting for dining and enjoying refreshments. Viilu’s services also include three different saunas, perfect for relaxing with friends.
Address: Satamakatu 10, 40100 Jyväskylä
Read more about Sataman Viilu.
Laukaa Harbour Café
Have breakfast, lunch or enjoy an ice cream at Laukaa Harbour Café. The sun terrace offers a fireplace and grills as well as several events and live music during the summer. If you are longing for an even more relaxing day, you can request to have your meal served in the sauna.
Address: Satamatie 3, 41340 Laukaa
Read more about the Laukaa Harbour Café.
Morton
Morton Container Restaurant is exactly what it sounds like – a restaurant in a shipping container. You can find this popular spot by the harbour, where you can have a delicious burger or salad while admiring the beautiful view of the lake. This is the perfect place to enjoy a nice meal on a sunny day!
Address: Satamakatu 2, 40100 Jyväskylä
Read more about Morton.
Juurikkasaari
The charming Juurikkasaari beach terrace in Jyväskylä’s Säynätsalo harbour has been chosen as the winner of the summer terrace vote organised by Suur-Jyväskylä magazine in summer 2023. On the Juurikkasaari beach terrace you can enjoy a burger or bask in the summer sunshine with Art Gelato ice creams.
Address: Juurikantie 5, 40900 Säynätsalo
Read more about Juurikkasaari.
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You can also enjoy a lunch or a cup of coffee by the water at Café Rantapuisto in Äänekoski. The Häyrylänranta harbor area in Konnevesi is a charming stop where you can enjoy delicious food as well.
Admire the authenticity of rustic places
Lemettilä Farm
The magnificent old farm setting of Lemettilä Farm invites you to enjoy a historical atmosphere in Petäjävesi. Located right next to the old church of Petäjävesi, at Lemettilä Farm, you can indulge in the delicacies of the granary café inside a stone barn.
Address: Siltatie 23, 41900 Petäjävesi
Read more about Lemettilä Farm.
Karoliinan Kestikievari
Karoliinan Kestikievari is a charming, rustic café that offers a rich selection of homemade cakes and fresh pastries as well as different lunch options. Bring the lunch outside to the lovely terrace and enjoy the summer day in Joutsa!
Address: Kuusirinne 11, 41770 Leivonmäki
Read more about Karoliinan Kestikievari (in Finnish).
Manor Restaurant Karlvik
The atmospheric and historical setting of Manor Restaurant Karlvik is an excellent place to enjoy lunch, have an afternoon coffee, or stop for dinner during the golf rounds or just for no reason.
Address: Valkolantie 68, 41350 Laukaa
Read more about Manor Restaurant Karlvik (in Finnish).
Other places worth to visit
You can also admire the rustic atmosphere at Café Melli-Elli in Hankasalmi and at Valkoinen Puu in Jyväskylä. Villa Klubiranta in Jämsä invites you to stop for a cup of coffee and pastries. In the old vicarage of Toivola Yard, there is a summer bistro offering not only delicious foods but also summery drinks. The vicarage area can also host various celebrations and events.
Find souvenirs while enjoying a coffee
Sesonkipuoti Selma
Sesonkipuoti Selma (Seasonal shop Selma) located in Uurainen, is a shop established by local artisans. At the seasonal shop Selma, you can buy everything wonderful handmade, and the shop also has a café.
Address: Virastotie 2, Uurainen
Read more about Sesonkipuoti Selma.
Suoramyynti Heinähattu
The rustic craft shop and café Suoramyynti Heinähattu can be found just a 20 minute walk from the Petäjävesi Old Church. Enjoy sweet and savory homemade pastries and explore the shop for great discoveries such as crafts from nearby producers and entrepreneurs. There is also a flea market here.
Address: Karikontie 1, 41900 Petäjävesi
Read more about Suoramyynti Heinähattu.
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