Must-see restaurants in Åland Archipelago

  • Pub Niska

    Mariehamn

    Star chef Michael 'Micke' Björklund of Smakbyn is the brains behind this plåtbröd (Åland-style pizza) restaurant in the maritime quarter. Toppings are…

  • Smakbyn

    Åland Archipelago

    The brainchild of award-winning chef Michael 'Micke' Björklund, this 'taste village' incorporates a farm shop, cookery courses and a distillery (tours and…

  • Café Kvarnen

    Åland Archipelago

    It's worth a special trip to tiny Jurmo to sample the organic steak at wonderful Café Kvarnen, near the pier. The steak is sourced from local long-haired…

  • Indigo

    Mariehamn

    The building might be historic brick and timber, but the menu is contemporary, with expertly cooked dishes like grilled Åland beef with Béarnaise sauce…

  • Bodegan

    Åland Archipelago

    Right on the pier, this delightful spot is perfect for a drink or a meal while watching the seagulls soar above the creaking red boathouses. The classic…

  • Nautical

    Mariehamn

    Taking its cue from its maritime-museum location, this spiffy marine-blue restaurant overlooking the western harbour and Pommern is decked out with a ship…

  • Bagarstugan Cafe & Vin

    Mariehamn

    This sweet cafe is set in a cosy house crowded with bookshelves, chandeliers and tile stoves. It's a charming backdrop for homemade soups, salads, quiches…

  • Kvarter 5

    Mariehamn

    This popular spot has received rave reviews for its sophisticated Nordic cuisine, featuring local ingredients and everything made from scratch. The…

  • Soltuna Restaurang

    Åland Archipelago

    The food is tasty, the service is friendly…but the view! Soltuna claims to be Åland's highest restaurant, and it makes the most of its superior location,…

  • Kumlinge Stugor & Restaurang Kastören

    Åland Archipelago

    The hotel facing the harbour in Kumlinge is a decent place to stay, but the highlight is the on-site Restaurang Kastören – a cosy place offering terrace…

  • ÅSS Paviljongen

    Mariehamn

    Listen to boat masts clinking in Åland's yacht-club marina while you dine on creatively prepared local fare: Åland cod with smoked shrimp and horseradish,…

  • Tsarevna

    Åland Archipelago

    With tables spilling into the courtyard of the historic Post och Tullhuset, Tsarevna is much loved for its spectacular homemade cakes, well-stuffed…

  • Ångbåts Bryggan

    Mariehamn

    In a prime harbourside location, this is a semi-swanky place with glass walls and marvellous sea views. The grill gets a workout, with starters and mains…

  • Restaurang Seagram

    Åland Archipelago

    Seagram is famous for its seafood buffet – a smörgåsbord of grilled and smoked fish, prawns, beef and game. Local produce and wild mushrooms and berries…

  • Lumparby Ollas

    Åland Archipelago

    In a traditional red country house, this summer cafe is a sweet spot to take a break. Homemade quiche, sandwiches and pastries are on the menu, along with…

  • Café Uffe på Berget

    Åland Archipelago

    If the creaking wooden observation tower causes you some trepidation, the views from the adjoining cafe alone are gorgeous. There's usually one lunch…

  • Restaurang Galeasen

    Åland Archipelago

    If you're on the island of Lappo, you'll likely to find your way to Restaurang Galeasen, a welcoming spot with a sunny terrace overlooking the guest…

  • FP von Knorring

    Mariehamn

    Now permanently moored, the grand old 1928 passenger steamship MS Jan-Nieveen retains gleaming brass fittings. Food is rather overpriced and unexciting,…

  • Kantarellen

    Mariehamn

    Åland’s biggest supermarket is 2km north of town on the road to Godby.