Gaijin
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- Cuisine
- Asian
- Michelin
- selected
- Price
- €€€
- Website
- https://www.gaijin.fi/
- Description
- Gaijin comes with dark, contemporary décor, a buzzing atmosphere, attentive service and an emphasis on sharing. Its experienced owners offer boldly flavoured, skilfully presented modern takes on Japanese, Korean and Northern Chinese recipes. The tasting menus are a great way to sample the different cuisines.
- Review score
- 2.8
- Review count
- 80
- Review summary
- Gaijin in Helsinki offers Asian fusion cuisine with mixed reception. Food quality is polarizing; while some praise the fresh sashimi, soft shell crab, and beef tartare, others criticize thick-cut tuna, overcooked prawns, and small portions. Service varies significantly, ranging from excellent to disappointing due to staff changes, lack of information, or rude attitudes. The stylish atmosphere is often marred by cramped seating, with tables placed uncomfortably close together and high noise levels. Value perceptions differ, with some finding the tasting menus worth the cost, while others consider it expensive for the experience.
- Best for
- Suitable for diners seeking creative Asian cuisine who can tolerate a crowded environment; verify service details beforehand.
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