7 lunch places for kids in Helsinki
Adventures with kids can quickly work up an appetite. Here are some great lunch spots in Helsinki that are perfect for families. These child-friendly restaurants offer amenities like high chairs and baby-changing facilities, ensuring a pleasant dining experience for all.
Pompier Albertinkatu – Helsinki’s most child-friendly lunch spot!
Tucked away behind an unassuming gate in Kamppi, Pompier Albertinkatu is a hidden gem. Open only for lunch, this restaurant serves simple yet delicious buffet meals made from quality ingredients. Children are warmly welcomed, with staff happy to assist with high chairs or heating baby food. The restaurant accommodates strollers by the entrance hall or just outside the restaurant, and there are plenty of high chairs available. And what’s especially delightful for kids? The restaurant is housed in an old voluntary fire brigade building, complete with fire engines and other firefighting-themed decorations. Pompier is popular, so expect a short wait during peak hours.
Hietalahti Market Hall restaurants – A great variety of lunch options
Hietalahti Market Hall features several small eateries, making it an easy stop with kids. The space is stroller-friendly largely and accessible. A highlight for little ones is the Skidimarket Deli play booth, created by the trailblazing Skidit children’s culture collective.
City Hall Restaurant / Ravintola Helsinki – Relaxed lunch in the city centre
Situated in the courtyard of the historic Torikorttelit blocks, the City Hall’s restaurant is open to all and serves buffet lunches and daily specials on weekdays, alongside café items and sweet treats. The spacious layout and amenities like high chairs and baby changing facilities make it a family favourite. In summer, enjoy outdoor dining on the courtyard terrace. Grandparents and grandchildren alike will appreciate the welcoming atmosphere!
Dylan Marmoripiha – Spacious and convenient for families
Dylan Marmoripiha serves buffet lunches on weekdays and Saturdays, featuring many kid-friendly favourites. The spacious interior accommodates strollers, and thoughtful touches ensure a stress-free family meal.
Ravintola Kaarti – Lunch and play in Töölö
Set in a beautifully restored former military barracks in Töölö, Ravintola Kaarti offers weekday lunches and weekend brunches. The lunch buffet is well-suited for families, and the atmosphere is particularly child-friendly. There’s even a small play area for kids and ample room for strollers.
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Restaurant Elm, Kaivopuisto – Fine dining and secret hideaways
Housed in the wooden villa Puistokatu 4 – “a space for science and hope” – at the edge of Kaivopuisto Park, Restaurant Elm offers fine dining-style lunches alongside casual café options. The beautifully renovated, fully accessible vintage space caters well to families, with thoughtful amenities for children’s needs. Families can even dine in the library, where kids can discover a secret hideaway of their own. The relaxed and unhurried atmosphere makes Elm a delightful experience for all.
Maritori, Herttoniemi – Lunch and stylish tableware
Located in the legendary textile and design house’s very own Marimekko House, nestled in Herttoniemi’s industrial zone and just a short walk from the metro station, Maritori serves delicious buffet lunches on weekdays. Thewelcoiming, child-friendly atmosphere and thoughtful consideration of little ones’ needs make it a great family spot. The minimalist interior is complemented by Marimekko’s iconic tableware, and the nearby Marimekko outlet offers the perfect post-lunch activity.
