Fish and shellfish from cold sea waters, mushrooms and game from spruce forests, vegetables from local producers, potatoes, herbs and roots, Finnish berries, bread baked from grain grown in a local village. Raw materials and flavours from all over the Nordic countries. Separately and combined. That’s what Emo is all about.

We focus on flavours. We choose our raw materials carefully and have high requirements. We never compromise on the best quality.

We want to offer dishes that reflect excellence and an artisan approach. Flavours that you can’t find anywhere else – but that are still somehow wonderfully familiar.

“Dining is about more than just food – it’s about sharing the moment. That’s why we’ve created a space where good company and great meals come together naturally. For us, the ethics of food is important; we care about what’s on the plate. Our focus is on Nordic, organically grown seasonal ingredients that support biodiversity and respect nature. When food is honest and full of flavor, it leaves you feeling good. Mother Earth is the true chef — we’re simply here to showcase her finest ingredients.”
Jouni Toivanen, Head Chef

“At Emo, taking care of our guests is what we do best. We serve clean, flavorful food and carefully curated drinks, all in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Our down-to-earth atmosphere and genuine hospitality are part of what makes dining with us special. You’ll find us right in central Helsinki, between Eteläesplanadi and Kasarmitori. Whether you’re celebrating something big or enjoying a quiet dinner for two, our beautifully designed space fits the occasion.”
Riia Manninen, Restaurant Manager

At Emo, you can book a table, a private room or the whole dining room.

In addition to our beautiful dining room (72 seats), we have two cosy private rooms (each for 10 people), a small dining room (30 seats) and Foodolo, our product development kitchen (10 seats).

All our facilities are easily adaptable for different events, and you can even book our whole restaurant for your event.