Where to have a drink in Helsinki?

Did you know that we Finnish people are world champions when it comes to coffee drinking? Yes, we drink more coffee than any other nation in the world (per capita). An average Finn drinks over 10kg of coffee per year. This means that it is not difficult to find good quality and cool coffee shops in Helsinki. Check out below my tips to enjoy freshly roasted coffee in Helsinki.

Helsingin Kahvipaahtimo

Translates as "Helsinki Coffee Roastery", the name tells it all. This is a local coffee roastery and a coffee shop in the trendy Teurastamo district. Always freshly roasted coffee and professional baristas who will serve you perfect espressos, aeropress, pour-overs, you name it. Atmospheric little bar and a nice sunny terrace to enjoy during the summer.

https://www.helsinginkahvipaahtimo.fi/

Kaffa Roastery

Another very cool coffee shop & roastery. This one is located in the heart of the Design District, in Southern Helsinki. They roast their coffees at the same location, and you might see the roasting in action. Kaffa has a little shop as well for you to buy their coffees to bring home.

Cafe Pequeño

This little coffee shop & wine bar is located on one of Kallio's main bar streets, Vaasankatu. Cafe Pequeño has good wines, awesome coffee and delicious Argentinian empanadas. The place itself is cosy, perfect stop while discovering Kallio neighborhood.

Cafe Regatta

This one is more touristic, but I'd still consider Regatta a must-see in Helsinki. Cute little coffee place by the sea, right next to the Sibelius Monument. Outdoor fireplace and a large terrace. There's no indoor seating, so only terrace! Best cinnamon rolls of Helsinki!