Top 10 restaurants in Tahko

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Top 10 restaurants in Tahko

One of the features of Tahko resort is the large selection of cafes, restaurants and bars. Some of them will serve you a great breakfast, others a hearty lunch. There are après-ski parties, and some restaurants are only open in the evening for a gourmet dinner.

Unusually for Finland, there is a nightclub in Tahko where you can dance and listen to concerts.

Top 10 restaurants in Tahko

1. Rehti. It is the closest restaurant of Finnish cuisine to Tahko Hills cottages. Most dishes are made from local products. We recommend you to book a table in advance. The restaurant is also available for takeaway, which is convenient when you stay at Tahko hills cottages.

2. El Monte. This is an atmospheric restaurant of Finnish cuisine. Works since 2007. It is a two level restaurants where can be gathered till 250 guests. It fits perfectly for romantic meetings and for big companies and events. Here you will find a Christmas or New Year's Eve menu. You can not only dine here, but also take part in the masterclass under the guidance of the restaurant's chef Pekka. In the lower hall of the restaurant there are cooking courses for meat steaks (95 euros/person), fish dishes (82 euros/person) or sauces (85 euros/person). During winter season Pekka invites you to taste wines. The minimum group size is 6 people. In the value of the dinner of three courses. The course lasts 3 hours. Sign up in advance.

3. Panorama Bar & Cafe. One of a lovely bar and café at the top of the Tahko hills. From here, you can enjoy a magnificent view of all of Tahko. One of the best après-ski in Tahko is held here. A large terrace, great live music and DJs, delicious food and gorgeous views – this is a skier’s paradise. In the evening, the place turns into a gourmet restaurant with an amazing menu of roasts, smoked salmon or fondue. In the evening, better to take a taxi up to the restaurant.

4. Kotipizza. This is a convenient option if you need a quick meal. There is a wide choice of pizzas on a variety of doughs and toppings, ice cream, snacks and drinks. You can also make your own pizza from the ingredients on offer. You can order with delivery to Tahko hills cottage, pick it up from the restaurant yourself or dine in the pizzeria.

5. Tirol. The restaurant is open since 1981. Very conveniently located between the main lift and the kids slope. It is a great place for après-ski party. It will open at the beginning of December at the same time as the ski season. It is recommended to book a table in advance, especially if you are planning to be with a large group. You can make a pre-order for lunch, so you will not be away from skiing for a long time.

6. Piazza. A restaurant and a nightclub that hosts concerts, discos and various events. It opened in January 2024 after a major renovation. Now there is also a karaoke hall, VIP - hall. It is important to mention that the sound and light equipment in Piazza is better than in the whole Eastern Finland. The hall can accommodate up to 1200 people. See the concert schedule on the website and buy tickets in advance.

7. Pehku Baari. Was open after a major renovation in December 2023. The terrace has expanded and now seats up to 200 people. There is also additional après-ski space.
The unusual “Frozen Arctic Lights” in the courtyard (open from the beginning of the season until the end of March daily from 16.00 to 20.00) will allow you to enjoy the northern lights, even if nature forgot to switch them on. So since now while you are here there is no need to constantly watch the sky.

8. Ukko. Bar & restaurant located in the center of Tahko. Recently opened after renovation. Now there is a great bar on the ground floor and a restaurant on the ground floor, where you can organize an event or just have lunch or dinner. In the winter season, it is open from morning till late evening. Here you can also watch sports broadcasts, play billiards or sing karaoke.

9. Hillside. Restaurant located in the “Sokos Tahko Hotel”. A great place for breakfast and lunch (buffet). You can also order dishes from the menu at any time. Recently also a major renovation has been made.

10. Cervina. Restaurant of the Italian cuisine.

And more restaurants you will find in Kuopio. One of them is located in the tour of Puijo. You will enjoy dinner with breath-taking views on the lakes. In summer get up to the panoramic viewpoint. 
Do you want something unusual? Look at the smallest restaurant in the world Kuappi in the town Iisalmi. The restaurnat can welcome only two guests and in summer two more guests on the terrace. After lunch you will get a certificate of having visited the smallest restaurant in the world. 
The restaurant is open from 15.5 till 31.8 Wed-Sun 12 p.m.-18 p.m. Please book in advance your table.

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