A historical atmosphere and colour on the plate – try the brunches in Torikorttelit and Helsinki’s market halls

You can enjoy a leisurely weekend in good company over brunch. A brunch is a lovely way to celebrate special occasions and spend time with friends and family. Helsinki’s brunch offering is growing year by year, but the historical sites in the city centre offer a truly special experience, combining delicious food with a stunning setting.

In the heart of Torikorttelit, you can head to the brunch tables at Café Engel and Restaurant Sunn – both now considered classics – or try out the newcomer, Restaurant Marga. Café Story in the Old Market Hall offers a unique setting and a fresh breakfast set, while Restaurant Piilo, located at one end of Hietalahti Market Hall, charms visitors with its generous buffet. If you want a culinary experience served at the table, you should take your brunch at Restaurant Lohtu on the second floor of Hakaniemi Market Hall.

Torikorttelit

Restaurant Marga
At the recently opened Restaurant Marga, you can start your day in the glow of the chandeliers in the elegant neoclassical premises. Brunch is served on Saturdays from 11.00 to 15.00. It includes cold starters, one choice of hot main course, a smoothie, a hot drink and a selection of desserts.  

Brunch €32
Sparkling wine brunch €38
Children under 2 eat for free, and children aged 3–10 eat at half price

Restaurant Sunn
Restaurant Sunn’s brunch offers a generous buffet that combines traditional brunch delicacies with modern Scandinavian flavours. Among other things, the menu includes fish, salads, pastries and vegetarian options. The brunch experience is completed by the restaurant’s historical setting and magnificent views of Senate Square, which make the moment a truly memorable one. Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10.00 to 16.00.

Brunch €30
Brunch with a glass of juice €33
Brunch with a glass of sparkling wine €37.50
Brunch with juice and sparkling wine €39.50

Café Engel
At Café Engel, situated at the edge of Senate Square, you can enjoy delicious food while taking in the city’s views and the atmosphere. Breakfast is served until 12.00 on weekdays and until 17.00 at weekends. The various breakfast sets available include a vegetarian option, a French breakfast, organic porridge and house muesli, among other things. 

Breakfast set €18.20

Hietalahti Market Hall

Restaurant Piilo
Located at the curved end of the market hall, Restaurant Piilo offers a delicious buffet brunch featuring classics and a changing selection of new dishes. Seating is also available upstairs, next to the beautiful, wide windows.  At Piilo, brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10.00 to 15.00.

Brunch €29.50
Brunch and a glass of sparkling wine €37

Hakaniemi Market Hall

Restaurant Lohtu
Every Saturday, Restaurant Lohtu serves up a colourful and generous brunch platter, complete with dessert. The varied culinary delights available at brunch, which change on a weekly basis, are served on a single plate directly to your table. Dessert and coffee or tea are included in the price. At Lohtu, brunch is served on Saturdays from 11.00 to 15.30.

Brunch €25

Old Market Hall

Café Story
Located in the central section of the Old Market Hall, Café Story charms visitors with its brightness and bubbling atmosphere. The breakfast set includes a sandwich, a side dish such as chia pudding or yoghurt and granola, as well as juice and coffee or tea. Breakfast is served from 8.00 to 10.30 on weekdays, and brunch is served from 8.00 to 14.30 on Saturdays.

Breakfast set €21.90