Restaurant Saaga

Great location, nice arrangement inside, food delicious and my waitress was so polite and helpful. Def great place to go for reindeer. Price is worth every bite!

- Amelia Misztal -

A gentleman who is a Helsinki local whom I met while on a plane recommended this restaurant to me. I was blown away by the quality of the dishes and the unique flavors of the food. The butter fried pancakes were so delicious that we ordered a second serving. The service was just as excellent as the food. I highly recommend dining at this cozy restaurant.

- Jinyun Zhang -

Such a lovely Finnish meal at Saaga. We were pleasantly surprised by the Christmas Menu, which consisted of an appetiser buffet, a set main course, and a dessert buffet. We couldn’t believe our luck! The appetisers were so fresh and delicious (salmon, brined herring, canapes and salads) and the malted pumpkin bread with whipped butter was amazing. We had stewed reindeer with mash and lingonberries for main, which was delightful and hearty. The dessert buffet did not disappoint - a standout lingonberry crumble (wow!) and an apple pie cinnamon bun tiramisu - dessert of dreams! Plus cheese, teas and coffees. Quite pricey, but considering the buffets were unlimited, we’d say it was worth it. We booked a table same day.

- Sophie Aitchison -

Amazing Service. The best part was super energetic team they have to welcome all of their guests.

- Imran Nazir -

A beautifully designed restaurant with a strong Finnish character. From skis on the walls to fishing nets as décor, everything is arranged so tastefully and stylishly that just being inside already feels like an experience. We tried the Campfire Feast ( skewered reindeer fawn sirloin, reindeer sausage, fire-baked potato, onion compote, and a butter sauce) The flavors were excellent – the meat was very tender and carefully prepared, with sauces that matched perfectly. The only thing that left me a bit disappointed was the portion size, which I expected to be larger. I also ordered the house Finnish berry wine and absolutely loved it. If you enjoy slightly sweet wines, I highly recommend giving it a try. So, for two people, our total bill came to €120 (including tips and a 15% discount we had). It’s definitely on the expensive side, but considering the atmosphere and the chance to try authentic Finnish cuisine, I would still say it’s worth visiting at least once when you’re in Helsinki. Judging by how many guests were there, the place is clearly popular and well appreciated. Pros: stylish interior, authentic Finnish atmosphere, delicious food, excellent berry wine, friendly vibe. Cons: small portion sizes, high prices.

- Daria Yemtsova -

Nice place where we came to try bear meat which is not so common. We had traditional salmon soup with bread basket, bear meat and reindeer steaks with reindeer sausage. All food was tasty, waiter was patient :-)

- Braniq -

Absolutely delicious. We were here for the Christmas menu. The appetizers were all very tasty, the main dish (reindeer) and the desserts were great. Very authentic Finnish meals with lovely service and comfy atmosphere.

- Sascha Günther -

Lovely restaurant with traditional Finnish cuisine. Food was absolutely delicious, best we have had in Finland. In particular would recommend the Elk meatballs. Atmosphere was great, quiet and relaxed but with a good amount of ambiance. Decor was very tasteful with the antlers and nice lighting. The wait staff were extremely welcoming, friendly and polite. Very happy to tell you what was in each dish. It is pricey, but not more than other similar places in Helsinki, and quality was good. Will be coming back next time I'm in town.

- Pippa Harding -