Café Esplanad in Helsinki: photos, reviews

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Café Esplanad is a charming spot in Helsinki where you can enjoy budget-friendly meals with a touch of French flair. Known for its aromatic coffee and fantastic sandwiches, it's a favored haunt for breakfast, brunch, and lunch. The menu features delightful options like hot chocolate, salmon, and soup, alongside a selection of desserts and beverages, including beer, wine, and cocktails.

The café also caters to fans of sports, offering free Wi-Fi for those wanting to stream or relax online. Seating is flexible with both dine-in and takeaway options, and there's a pleasant terrace for enjoying meals outdoors. While the place can get busy, making service a bit slow during peak times, the overall experience is well-loved by visitors.

Price

$$$$ 5 - 10 EUR

Meals

Breakfast, Branch, Lunch

Services

Takeaway, Outdoor seating, Dine-in

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee

Payment

Payment by credit card

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

4.2

based on 2,467 reviews

Google

4.2/5 1,980 reviews

Facebook

4.3/5 487 reviews

Evangelia Kontele

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Φοβερός καφές! Το chocolate cake ασυναγώνιστο!

Giedrė G

Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3

Yes, crowded, slow moving queue, interior still outdated despite renovation, tea cup is modestly sized as opposed to a proper mug... But OMG THOSE CINNAMON BUNS!!!

Kevät2020

Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4

Oikein kiva paikka pysähtyä kahville, viinille tai oluelle. Enemmän olisin kaivannut leivosmaisia makeita mutta löytyi hyvä hedelmäinen torteletti. Suolaiset näytti herkullisilta. Viini maistui vähän väljähtyneeltä mutta pyysin palan jäätä. Kiva paikka.

What is the address of Café Esplanad?
Café Esplanad is located at Pohjoisesplanadi 37, 00100, Helsinki, Finland.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Erottaja (142 m walk)
- Tram stop Ylioppilastalo (152 m walk)
- Tram stop Mikonkatu (258 m walk)
- Tram stop Aleksanterinkatu (180 m walk)
How is Café Esplanad rated by visitors?
Café Esplanad has an average rating of 4.2 based on 2,467 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
What is the average price for a meal at Café Esplanad?
The average price for a meal is 5 - 10 EUR (it is cheap - $).
Does the venue have outdoor seating?
Yes, outdoor seating is available, making it ideal during warm weather.

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Café Esplanad in Helsinki