“kahvihammasta kolottaa” : “the coffee tooth is aching”
NORTH (Hakaniemi, Kallio, Kalasatamaa, Vallilla, etc)
Kaarlenkatu 15
Highlights: creative rotating menu, latte flavor diversity, barista banter, close to tram/metro
Nearby: take in the lustrous views on the rocks near Linnanmäki, join the sidewalk steamers at Kotiharjun Sauna, sample traditional Finnish treats at Avikainen bakery
Aleksis Kiven katu 12
Highlights: cosy, baked goods, pleasant ambiance
Nearby: catch a cinematic masterpiece at the marvelously moody Riviera cinema, buy some sexy old boots at the summer flea markets in the park
Helsingin Kahvipaatimo–Teurastamo
Työpajankatu 2a R11
Highlights: mellow, good music, barista banter
Nearby: Grab a coffee and stroll through the delightfully forested Mustikkamaa, have a mysterious cocktail at HuuHaa Astro Bar, volunteer making bouquets with local reuse group FloweRescue, immerse yourself in science/art at Solu
Porthaninkatu 13
Highlights: great for small meetings and quiet work, outlets
Nearby: Treat yourself to a divine almond croissant from Way bakery, do some laps at public pool Kallio Urheiluhallit, get dolled up for a show at Kulttuuritalo
SOUTH(City Center, Punavouri, Kruununhaka, etc)
Heritage Cafe
Fredrikinkatu 61A
Highlights: beautiful renovated space, roomy art gallery, close to tram/metro
Nearby: Hunt for previously-loved fashionable digs at PréPorté, watch the chocolatiers craft edible magic (and maybe sample a bite–or 5!) at Xocolab, keep the dead some company at lovely Vanha Kirkkopuisto
Enchanté Café
Eerikinkatu 9
Highlights: hip vibrant atmosphere, barista banter, pastry, strong coffee
Nearby: pick up a new hobby (or even just some art supplies) from Diverse or Arteljee, catch a local or foreign flick at indie cinema Orion, make friends out of strangers at Cafe Boardgame (may require reservations)
Maneesikatu 1-3
Highlights: rotating art, vegan options
Nearby: Peruse ancient tomes and secret art galleries at Lanterna Magica, forage for gently-worn fashion at fabulous Urbaani Legenda, try a pulla from Piirakkaleipomo Räty and meander across the “Long” Bridge
EAST (Herttoniemi, Roihuvouri, Itakeskus, etc)
Roihuvuorentie 9
Highlights: dog-friendly, cosy, outdoor seating
Nearby: Sip your bev along the pleasant stroll to the nearest beach at Marjaniemen uimaranta, walk/cycle/bus on over to Itakeskus for some beautiful fresh produce, check out at an exhibition or event at STOA
Kiviparintie 2
Highlights: warm and eclectic, nice local spot in Myllypuro
Nearby: Grab a beer and jump into a game at Bowling Myllypuro
WEST (Punavouri, Lahpinlahti, Töölö)
Museokatu 9
Highlights: tasty small eats, good music, barista banter
Nearby: Take in the watery sights or have a picnic (and avoid piles of goose poop) around Töölö Bay, visit women-owned Antikvariaatti Vilho highlighting women authors, check out a summer market or year-round exhibition/take a class at Lapinlahden Lähde
Heldrinki 