Peaceful studio with desk & free parking near city center

The latest opening from the Siigur restaurant group sits within the bustling Rotermann Quarter. One of the hottest tickets in town, it’s a big, bold, blingy space complete with colourful furnishings and an open kitchen, at the heart of which is the Vulcano Gres Grill, where the dancing flames add not just flavour but also to the atmosphere. The extensive menu offers a good choice of Mediterranean-inspired dishes but, of course, it’s the meats and grills cooked over the fire that are the stars of the show. Lunch is good value, and the capable team cater as well for large groups as they do table

Above the Fotografiska photo gallery sits an equally striking restaurant offering picture-perfect views out across the Old Town; be sure to make the most of this by either starting or ending your night with cocktails in the rooftop bar. A ‘leaf-to-root, nose-to-tail’ ethos leads the way, with each ingredient used to the maximum – be that in the dishes themselves or as a garnish in one of the drinks – and the highly original cooking could include the likes of rabbit agnolotti or apple pie with chanterelle ice cream. On summer Sundays they offer a themed brunch.

A residential neighbourhood just outside the city centre plays host to this sweet little house with light turquoise clapboard walls and a bright red roof. Its name means ‘mantel and chimney’ and, fittingly, a green-tiled fireplace and mantel take centre stage in a room furnished with striking wallpapers and bold soft furnishings. Flavoursome dishes have an honest heart and could include goat’s cheese with beer chutney, beetroot and orange or gnocchi with chorizo, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts and bechamel sauce. The well-chosen wines have an organic and biodynamic bias, and service is endearin

This brightly decorated neighbourhood bistro is the younger sister of Rado in Tallinn’s Old Town, and comes with a slightly more casual feel. The dinner menu is short but appealing, so you might still find it hard to choose, and the well-priced modern dishes include something for everyone. Weekdays also see a straightforward ‘lunchtime plate’, while at the weekends you’re encouraged to linger longer over a leisurely brunch. The ingredient-led cooking is wholesome and satisfying, and the wine list is equally attractive in both content and price. The super friendly team only add to the experienc

VÕIVÕI sits within a modern office building, and its upper level is home to a smart cocktail bar and lounge – the perfect spot to either start or end your evening. Fire and butter lead the way on the boldly flavoured menus, with fish, meat and game all cooked over wood to impart a smokey flavour, and a ‘butter index’ illustrating the quantities used within each dish (which could include the likes of pikeperch with carrot cream and beurre blanc). Don’t miss the dumplings prepared according to the chef's grandma's special recipe, with each one folded by Mama Djatšuk herself using a masterful tec

From the owners of Lore Bistroo comes UMA, situated in a waterside warehouse where they once built submarines for the Russian navy and now boasting a superb harbourside terrace. An on-trend spot, it’s name stands for ‘Unorthodox Modern Asian’, and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. The great value menu mixes small and large plates – all designed for sharing – and keeps recognisable flavours such as satay and sweet & sour to the fore. The freshly cooked coconut flatbread is a must, while the ‘UMA Experience’ offers a little of everything, with the dishes served on stands akin to those used f

A modern redevelopment on the edge of the Old Town plays host to this contemporary restaurant with dark, moody décor. Estonian chef Martin Meikas offers a menu informed not only by his own heritage but also by his love of Nordic cuisine, and he enjoys throwing the occasional Asian touch in too. The cooking is hearty, with bold flavours and a refined edge. Lunchtime sees a great value weekly changing special for those in a hurry, while if you prefer to linger longer, there’s the curved chef’s table in front of the open kitchen where you can settle in to watch the chefs at work.