Helsinki's Favorite Bistro Keeps Getting Better 🔝

Going through my photos, I realized I forgot to write about a bistro I visited in Helsinki. Their menu changes frequently with the seasons. The restaurant is called Elm, and it's an all-day neighborhood restaurant. 🏡 Overall, the ambiance, quality control, and the novelty of the dishes all meet my expectations for a cozy bistro. The prices are reasonable, and it's perfect for grabbing a few friends for a delightful meal on a cozy weekend, followed by some good conversation over drinks. I can't even imagine how amazing it would be in the summer! 🌞 We ordered four dishes for two people and left completely satisfied. 🍽️ 1️⃣ Cocktail 🥃 The Amaretto Stone Sour was a perfect blend of orange juice and Amaretto liqueur. The sweet and tangy flavors danced on my taste buds, awakening my palate. 🍊 2️⃣ Beef Tartare 🍖 The beef was incredibly fresh and seasoned just right. Paired with crispy chips and mayo on top, each spoonful was incredibly tender and smooth. It was heavenly! 🥩 3️⃣ Grilled Octopus 🐙 Fresh back from the Mediterranean, I was craving some octopus. Their method of grilling left the octopus moist and tender, with a slightly charred exterior. The fresh herb sauce added a burst of flavor. It was absolutely delicious! 🌿 4️⃣ Red Wine Sauce Steak 🍖 The steak was thick and juicy, not the usual flat cut. The cooking technique was softer, preserving a more tender texture. The red wine sauce added another layer of flavor that I absolutely loved. 🍷 5️⃣ Perch Fish 🐟 We visited in winter, and they were serving perch. The fish had a beautifully crispy skin from the Maillard reaction, while the flesh underneath was tender and juicy. The white sauce at the bottom added just the right amount of flavor. I could have eaten two plates! They also served a side of sautéed beans with onions, which was a great accompaniment for drinks. 🥦 Just go for it! 🚀 #Finland #FoodieAdventures #Helsinki #HelsinkiFoodie #HelsinkiTravel #HelsinkiLife #HelsinkiExplore #FinlandTravel #FinlandLife #FinlandFood #Bistro #GrilledOctopus #PerchFish #Steak