Lillan Kök Tampere
Best dinner in town
In many cities, the best restaurants are neither on the main street nor in the heart of the city. Lillan kök is not an exception to this rule.
In Viinikka suburb, a few kilometers from the railway station, there is an utmost gem of a restaurant. There is also a lovely unique boutique hotel in this charming blue wooden villa.
The deco of this quite small restaurant is planned with the heart. The service is excellent. And the Finnish-French style food from the local ingredients (e.g. pike, pike-perch, reindeer...) is more than amazing.
There are two 5-course menus available, and one of them is vegetarian. From my experience, I can tell you that the starters will blow your mind, as will the main course. Even I was very pleased with the dessert, although I don't usually consider myself a sweet tooth.
If you like a unique and delicious food experience, this is the place to go to. I have visited many times all the fine dining and also the more casual restaurants in Tampere and in Tampere region, and now I have found the ultimate winner, Lillan kök. Now I'm waiting for the Michelin Guide to mention this secret gem!
I have also heard various rumours that the brunch in Lillan kök is excellent. So I'm planning to test it soon.
Remember to book weeks in advance!
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