Murasaki | A cheap Japanese restaurant with a hidden and full
đŁ Hidden Japanese Gem in Helka Hotel: Fresh Sashimi & Cozy Vibes in Helsinki Tucked inside Helka Hotel, this sushi spot had been on my bucket list for agesâfinally scored a reservation in late 2023! Heads up: Reservations require a credit card, and no-shows get charged âŹ10. Worth the prep, trust me. đ Location & Vibe Address: Pohjoinen Rautatiekatu 23, 00100 Helsinki Inside Helka Hotel; follow signs from the lobby. Open kitchen lets you watch chefs work their magicâso satisfying. đ° Price & Set Menu Deets Weekends = weekdays pricing : 1 main + 2 sides or 5 sides + rice + miso soup. âŹ15-25 sets, rice refills free. Perfect for solo diners or low-key dates. đ Must-Order Dishes Sashimi Platter (âŹ25) âď¸âď¸âď¸âď¸âď¸ Freshness overload! All fish melts in your mouth. If youâre a salmon fiend, get the 9-piece thick-cut salmon sashimi (âŹ18)âso worth it. Teriyaki Chicken Wings (friendâs order) Generous portion, sticky-sweet glaze, fall-off-the-bone tender. Perfect for comfort food cravings. 𼢠Side Dishes: Small Bites, Big Flavors Potato Salad: Creamy mix of potatoes, cucumber, carrotsâclassic comfort. Grilled Eggplant & Green Peppers: Smoky, slightly sweetâmy personal fave. Sweet Omelette: Fluffy, subtly sweetâgreat with rice. Sesame Tofu âď¸âď¸âď¸âď¸: Nutty, creamy, but richâmight be too much for some (friend wasnât a fan). đ¨ Desserts: Sweet Endings Coffee Jelly (âŹ4): Bitter coffee jelly + sweet creamâI needed 4x milk to cut the bitterness (my bad, not the dessertâs!). Matcha Pudding (âŹ5) âď¸âď¸âď¸âď¸: Smooth, earthy matcha flavorâzero bitterness, perfect finish. đĄ Pro Tips for First-Timers Reserve Ahead: Book via their site, donât risk the âŹ10 fee. Watch the Kitchen: Open kitchen adds to the experienceâfun to see sushi being rolled. Rice Lovers: Free refills, so load up! đ Final Verdict: Worth the Hype (and Reservation Hassle) Freshness, cozy vibes, and reasonable prices (for Helsinki!) make this a must-try. Just remember to show up on timeâand order the matcha pudding. #HelsinkiSushi #JapaneseCuisine #HiddenGem #HelkaHotelEats