Helsinki offers many places to eat well, but few of them combine fine food, stunning views, and a genuine atmosphere into one complete experience. If you’re looking for something out of the ordinary, rooftop terrace dining in Helsinki is an experience that will stay with you for a long time.
Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner, a corporate event, or simply want to enjoy a quality lunch in magnificent surroundings, a rooftop terrace restaurant offers something that street-level venues cannot: a perspective that transforms the entire atmosphere of a meal.
Helsinki’s most beautiful rooftop terrace awaits you
Located on the ninth floor of the Lyyra block in Hakaniemi, our rooftop terrace opens up views that speak for themselves. The city spreads out below you, the sky feels close, and the atmosphere is something entirely different from an ordinary restaurant. This is the kind of place you visit once and want to return to again and again.
The rooftop terrace is perfectly suited to all kinds of occasions. Whether you want to enjoy an à la carte dinner in the fresh open air, spend a cocktail moment at sunset, or host a private event in unforgettable surroundings, the terrace creates the perfect setting for it. The elevated location makes every meal special, whether it’s an everyday lunch or one of life’s most important celebrations.
For us, the rooftop terrace is not just an outdoor space, but an essential part of the experience we want to offer you. Views and flavours meet here in a way that makes every visit worth remembering.
Franco-Nordic cuisine from the finest seasonal ingredients
A great view alone is not enough — the food must be equally worthy of it. That is why our kitchen is built on a combination of French bistro culture and Nordic culinary philosophy, where the season determines what ends up on your plate.
Crafted from quality ingredients
Every dish is prepared by hand, with particular attention paid to domestic meats, fish, and vegetables carefully selected according to the season. This means the menu evolves and renews itself with the rhythm of the seasons, and nothing on your plate will ever be anything less than at its very best right now.
From the open kitchen, you can watch the chefs at work directly, making dining a visual experience as well. You can see how your dish is created, and this adds a sense of connection to the food and the people who make it.
Wines that complete the meal
Our wine list focuses on European wines, including naturally produced options. The wine pairings assembled for our menus always include a rare find from our wine cellar, so every meal can surprise you in the glass as well. Lunch is served on weekdays, and in the evenings and on Saturdays the à la carte menu is full of the season’s finest flavours.
Lunch here is not merely a quick break from the day. It is a complete culinary experience, served directly to your table alongside a salad buffet and freshly baked breads from the morning. A small detail that says a great deal about how we approach food and our guests.
Reserve a table or host an unforgettable event
The rooftop terrace is equally well suited to an evening for two as it is to a larger group. If you have a special occasion in mind, we are happy to help tailor it to your exact wishes.
We are delighted to arrange private dinners, weddings, and corporate events. The Hakaniemi rooftop terrace provides a setting for occasions that is hard to find anywhere else in Helsinki. At our Ainoa Food Garden location in Tapiola, you can book the entire restaurant or its front section for your private event, so the right solution is available regardless of the size of your group or the nature of the occasion.
Every event is different, and we approach each one with fresh eyes. You don’t need to fit your event into a ready-made mould — simply tell us your wishes, and we will build the whole experience around them.
Bistro O Mat welcomes you at either our Hakaniemi rooftop restaurant or at Ainoa in Tapiola. Reserve your table and come and experience what it is like to enjoy quality bistro food above the rooftops of Helsinki.
