Salve

Helsinki


Down by the water in the west of town, this 1897-founded establishment has long been a favourite of sailors, and has an appropriately high-seas decor, with paintings of noble ships on the walls. Great Finnish comfort food includes meatballs, fried Baltic herring and steaks in substantial quantities. The atmosphere is warm and the service kindly.


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