City dining guide

Best restaurants in Turku

2 guide-listed restaurants — Michelin, Bib Gourmand, Black Pearl, Must-Eat List, World's 50 Best and more. Reference quality signals; never ranked by commission, no in-app checkout.

Michelin-starred 1

Kaskis

★ Michelin€€€€Modern Cuisine

Following the short walk up the hill, it’s time to sit back and enjoy the jovial atmosphere at this intimate restaurant. From the chefs preparing the dishes in front of your eyes to the sommelier’s well-selected pairings, everything runs like clockwork here. Chef Eric Mansikka’s surprise tasting menu features powerful flavours and colours, yet a delicate, very detailed touch, with the ingredients either foraged (such as the herbs, mushrooms and flowers) or sourced from local farmers, fishermen and hunters. In a fun touch, their empty beer bottles are blown into uniquely designed water glasses.

TripAdvisor review sample · 4.4/5 · 100 reviews

Located in Turku, Kaskis is a modern cuisine restaurant holding one Michelin star. Based on 80 reviews averaging 4.5/5, guests frequently praise the high-quality, fresh ingredients, creative presentation, and specific dishes like goose and dumplings. Service is generally described as friendly and professional, with an intimate atmosphere. However, some negative feedback highlights issues with meal pacing, bland or overly salty flavors, cramped space, and debates over value. While many consider it an exceptional experience, others find it overhyped or technically inconsistent.

Suitable for diners seeking innovative modern cuisine and a refined experience; book early and manage expectations regarding value.

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Other guide picks 1

Smör

€€€€Modern Cuisine

There’s a well-executed fusion of the old and the new at this charming city centre restaurant located opposite Turku Cathedral (the only medieval basilica in Finland). Stylish, contemporary décor is brought into the vaulted cellar of a 19th-century riverside merchant's house, while the cooking combines traditional techniques with modern presentation. The finest Nordic ingredients run through the creative dishes, with the combinations offering memorable contrasts of flavours and textures. The kitchen team serve many of the dishes themselves, and the sommelier offers some interesting wine pairin

TripAdvisor review sample · 4.4/5 · 80 reviews

Located in a cellar by the Aura River, Smör offers modern Nordic cuisine in a warm, intimate setting. Based on 80 reviews averaging 4.4/5, guests frequently praise the high food quality, particularly the Signature Menu and specific dishes like zander, alongside attentive service. Negative feedback highlights issues with meal pacing, limited vegetarian options, restrictive wine packages, and occasional service lapses. While some critics note concerns regarding value and windowless private rooms, the consensus remains positive for those seeking a refined dining experience.

Ideal for diners seeking high-quality modern Nordic cuisine and a private atmosphere; booking in advance and selecting your own wines is recommended.

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