Sustainable restaurants in Helsinki

A guide to dining with purpose – from Baltic islands to Michelin stars

Looking to enjoy a great meal in Helsinki while staying true to your values? You’re in the right place. Helsinki is a haven for food lovers who care about what’s on their plate—and the impact it leaves behind.

Helsinki’s sustainable restaurants are not only delicious, they also support small producers, reduce waste, celebrate the seasons, and treat guests with warmth and inclusivity. Whether you’re after a relaxed island experience or a world-class tasting menu, you’ll find something to suit your taste and values.

a person eating food with a fork at sustainable restaurants Lonna
Teemu Lautamies

Island dining with a conscience: Lonna and Adlerfelt

Just a short ferry ride from the city centre, Restaurant Lonna and Restaurant Adlerfelt offer one-of-a-kind experiences that are as thoughtful as they are flavourful. These two restaurants are the first in Helsinki to be certified by Sustainable Travel Finland (STF)—a mark that recognises real commitment to environmental and social responsibility.

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Lonna: A Helsinki summer favourite

Located on a tiny island only 10 minutes from the Market Square, Lonna is a summer-only spot where history meets sustainability. Originally a military site, the island now hosts a seasonal restaurant, bar, and two wood-fired saunas—all operating with STF-certified principles.

Sustainability isn’t a trend for us—it’s in our DNA. It took 60 hours to compile the STF certification materials, but it was mostly documenting what we already do.

-Tanja

Aromäki, Lonna’s sustainability expert

Lonna serves carefully curated dishes made from organic and seasonal ingredients, and the team pays close attention to sourcing—from Finnish farmers to small international wine producers with ethical practices.

Beyond the food, the venue is inclusive and welcoming, with gender-neutral changing rooms in the sauna and a commitment to creating a safe space for all.

Adlerfelt: Year-round dining in Suomenlinna

In summer 2024, the same restaurant group earned STF certification for Restaurant Adlerfelt, located in the 250-year-old Tykistölahden building on Suomenlinna Island.

Open year-round, Adlerfelt brings contemporary flavours to a UNESCO-listed setting—proving that a sea fortress can feel just as cosy and local as any trendy neighbourhood.

We want people to know Suomenlinna isn’t just for summer. It’s a living, breathing part of Helsinki,

-Tanja

Aromäki, Lonna’s sustainability expert

Menus change throughout the year, based on what’s in season and available from sustainable producers. The brand’s focus is clear: high-quality, local-first food with values that extend beyond the kitchen.

Sustainable Travel Finland certified restaurants

Helsinki’s Michelin Green Star restaurants

For those who appreciate exceptional dining with a sustainable edge, Helsinki is home to several Michelin Green Star restaurants. This accolade is awarded to restaurants that go above and beyond in their environmental and ethical practices—while delivering outstanding food.

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a plate of food and wine glasses

Nolla

Finland’s first zero-waste restaurant and a trailblazer in Nordic sustainability. Everything at Nolla—right down to the beer—is made in-house or sourced locally, with total transparency and minimal waste.

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a plate of food on a table

Grön

Inventive, seasonal, and rooted in nature. Grön’s menus highlight vegetables, wild herbs, fermentation, and local craftsmanship. A place where sustainability and fine dining meet.

Natura

A small bistro with a big heart. Natura brings wild food, ethical meat, and foraged ingredients to the forefront, showing how thoughtful sourcing can lead to bold, memorable dishes.

Nokka

Nokka, located in a historic harborside warehouse, is renowned for its Finnish-inspired cuisine and zero-waste approach. The restaurant utilizes every part of its ingredients, turning leftover wine into vinegar and repurposing vegetable scraps into flavorful powders. Their dedication to sustainability was recognized with a MICHELIN Green Star in 2024.

Why dine sustainably in Helsinki?

Helsinki is working to become the most sustainable travel destination in the world, and its food scene is playing a big part. Local restaurants are cutting emissions, fighting food waste, and uplifting their communities—while still delivering unforgettable flavour.

So whether you’re sipping natural wine on a Baltic island, tasting reindeer tartare in a Michelin kitchen, or enjoying wild mushroom risotto in a hidden courtyard—you’re not just eating well. You’re dining for a better future.