Where to Eat in Vaasa: The Best Restaurants and Bars

January 25, 2018 Kiesha Cripe

Vaasa (Finnish pronunciation: [ˈʋɑːsɑ]; Swedish: Vasa, IPA: [ˈvɑːsɑ]) is a city on the west coast of Finland. It received its charter in 1606, during the reign of Charles IX of Sweden and is named after the Royal House of Vasa. Vaasa has a population of 66,876 (31 August 2017) (approximately 120,000 in the Vaasa sub-region), and is the regional capital of Ostrobothnia (Swedish: Österbotten, Finnish: Pohjanmaa).
Things to do in Vaasa

1. Strampen

Rantakatu 6, Vaasa, Finland Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Reservations, Highchairs Available European, Scandinavian, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +358 41 4514512
Excellent
35%
Good
54%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 211 reviews

Strampen

Reviewed By Leif M

I highly recommend this restaurant. They serve us a wonderful there course mead. The staff hade a smile whole evening and make us fel very special. So when you are visiting Vasa do not miss this.

2. Frans & Nicole

Hovioikeudenpuistikko 18, Vaasa 65100, Finland Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol French, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Lunch, Late Night +358 6 2128240
Excellent
22%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
7%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 122 reviews

Frans & Nicole

Reviewed By Krassimira - Mannheim, Germany

The restaurant has a nice ambiance: is spacious and elegant without being too elegant...I had a salad and my colleagues had pork and liver. We all enjoyed the food and the wine! The Deserts are great, too! All in all, this place is absolutely worth a visit while you're in Vaasa.

3. Kaffehuset August

Hovioikeudenpuistikko 13, Vaasa 65100, Finland Seating, Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Waitstaff European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner HK$110 - HK$173 +358 6 3200555
Excellent
23%
Good
53%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
3%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 65 reviews

Kaffehuset August

Reviewed By alx22015 - Auckland, New Zealand

1345Hrs and Very Hungry, this Café, was the first we came upon and Yes, it looked inviting. Table on the Terrace, please.
Tables on the Terrace, still had happy punters, enjoying a late lunch.
So, in we went, ordered and in a very short time, our lunch was served, which was Very Good.
Would we return?
Yes/ Yes / Yes!

4. Gustav Wasa - fine dining & gastropub

Raastuvankatu 24, Vaasa 65100, Finland Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol European, Gastropub, Scandinavian, Pub, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Dinner, Drinks, Late Night HK$118 - HK$542 +358 50 4663208
Excellent
56%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 114 reviews

Gustav Wasa - fine dining & gastropub

Welcome to our ambient cellar to enjoy good food, wine and Finnish craft beers. In our century old bank building we prepare Tasting Menus and Gastropub food with local ingredients and a lot of passion. The restaurant consists of a Fine Dining area and a Gastropub. On both sides we serve an la carte menu. In addition to this the fine dining is dedicated to our "GW7 Tasting Menu", a seven course tasting menu bound to tickle your taste buds, along with a wine pairing for the menu. In the Gastropub you can enjoy beers and ciders from small Breweries in Finland alongside a gastropub menu. We also offer cooking classes for groups in our Kitchen Studio where you can spend an unforgettable evening cooking with Ostrobothnia's top chefs. As most Finns, we also have a sauna on the premises, which can be booked for the evening.

Reviewed By Lievenhx - Antwerp, Belgium

Basically the first restaurant we bumped into when walking around Vaasa. The food was excellent, especially the reindeer steak. Not that impressed with the service as they didn't manage to deliver the main course and side dishes at the same time. Portions are rather small. Fairly expensive as we paid 160+€ for 3 starters and main courses, no aperitifs or wine, just soft drinks

5. Pizzabistro Marco Polo

Hovioikeudenpuistikko 11, Vaasa 65100, Finland Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol Italian, Pizza, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner +358 6 3175922
Excellent
52%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 132 reviews

Pizzabistro Marco Polo

Reviewed By Apulia-Food4Love - Helsinki, Finland

I have been living in Finland for many years, and being an Italian I'm really picky with the food. Finally I found here a pizza that can be called like that. By far this is the best pizza in Finland!

6. Faros

Kalaranta, Vaasa 65100, Finland Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Waitstaff, Accepts Credit Cards European, Scandinavian, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner HK$86 - HK$322 +358 45 1513007
Excellent
37%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 79 reviews

Faros

Reviewed By Bjorn_J73 - Sweden

This is a great resurant. Yes it´s on the pricy side but it´s seriously not epensive. You want something a bit extra then this is a good place to get it. I´m guessing Seating space might be limiting some so book, do book.

7. Seglis

Niemelantie 14 | Vaskiluoto, Vaasa 65170, Finland Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Scandinavian, Pizza, European Drinks, Lunch, Dinner HK$94 - HK$385 +358 10 3203779
Excellent
29%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
7%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 27 reviews

Seglis

Restaurant Seglis - Local food by the Sea We open our season in the beginning of may. Lunch and a la carte restaurant with a wonderful view of the water and an own brewery in the attic. Open daily in the summer and on request in the fall. In December we offer Christmas lunch and dinner.

Reviewed By hanne54 - Vaasa, Finland

Archipelago Tapas ( Saaristolaistapas), an intelligent fusion of mediterranean tapas. Lime marinated whitefish( exellent), salmon, lam, salami,ham, salad with feta ost, olives, local bread.... Nice location with view to the harbor. This is a must for a summer day. SO GOOD :)

8. Bank Food & Wine

Hovioikeudenpuistikko 11 | Hovioikeudenpuistikon Ja Raastuvankadun Kulma, Vaasa 65100, Finland (Formerly Il Banco) Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining European, Scandinavian, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner, Drinks, Lunch, Brunch HK$63 - HK$392 +358 10 3210955
Excellent
20%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
5%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 104 reviews

Bank Food & Wine

Bank Food & Wine provides pure and modern Scandinavian flavors in a glorious former bank property. Bank's historical frames combined with a relaxed atmosphere and warm service create the perfect conditions for a full enjoyment. Welcome!

Reviewed By Lamossella - Arequipa, Peru

I had duck and I loved it. This was my favorite meal during my one week stay in Vaasa. They had good wine too and the service was excellent. The deco was a bit burgundian. The waiters spoke English fluently. I hope to come back again.

9. Magokoro

Rewell Center 201, Vaasa, Finland Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol Japanese, Sushi, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner HK$31 - HK$196 +358 44 2107539
Excellent
50%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 82 reviews

Magokoro

Reviewed By Sinth1 - Vaasa, Finland

Magokoro is always incredibly occupied and popular and getting a table may require waiting outside. But the waiting will be worth it, the sushi here is incredible and you will regret you didn't order more. The vietnamese service is very charming and fast. They offer a wonderful variety of different kind sushis and other asian meals you can taste the freshness in everything they offer. If it wasn't so difficult to get a table here, this would be ones of the best places to go for a light lunch.

10. Kaavya Cuisine

Vaasanpuistikko 17, Vaasa, Finland Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Takeout, Highchairs Available Indian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner +358 6 3170350
Excellent
46%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 62 reviews

Kaavya Cuisine

Reviewed By Vesku_S - Helsinki, Finland

Place was pretty empty on Tuesday evening, so service was quite fast. Menu was extensive. Food was very nice (we had a meal for 4 people) with 2 starters, 3 main courses and desert and chai. Ca 25 €/head. Worth visiting in Vaasa

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